Weber 3741001 Genesis E-310 Propane Gas Grill, Black

After using the new Weber E-310 Propane grill this entire summer, I have to say I'm disappointed. My last Weber grill was superb and a real workhorse. This one has gas-flow problems which appear randomly. Full gas on all burners and it barely puts out 200 degrees. If I turn off the gas, wait a few seconds, turn it all back on again, then the flow is putting out major heat. This is very odd to me and it happens all the time so it's not some temporary clog.

Also, the knobs on this unit are horrible. They're flimsy and cheap feeling and sit WAY above the control panel unnecessarily. I expected more for 700.00 particularly since my last Weber grill which cost half the price felt solid as a rock.

Also the propane measuring doo-hicky isn't very accurate. It's a cheap spring-loaded haunch that frequently "sticks" and is semi-accurate at best. It's best to feel the side of the tank since this thing is useless.

The assembly would be a challenge for most since the instructions aren't particularly clear sometimes. The instructions include options for other grills which you just "have to ignore", and the drawings aren't clear about when to use the metal washers and vinyl ones (which is very important because of heat distribution). The washers seems to have the same color in the instruction pictures.

Things I love are the porcelain grates (the entire reason I bought this grill by the way), the electric start, and the large surface cooking area.

I have owned many gas grills over the years and this is by far the best grill I have ever owned. It heats up fast and evenly, was easy to put together and is sharp and attractive in appearence. The price was a little high but well worth it. I rate it an A++++++++

Weber has been around for a long time for good reason. They have definitely created a refined grilling machine with the Genesis. Very pleased with this purchase.

This grill is so nice. Operates so easily with the touch of a button and looks nice on our deck too.

The Weber went togeather as shown in the plans. It took me about two hours to unpack and totally assemble. We have used the grill a few times now and I am really impressed at how fast it heats up and cooks. We have an electric grill but we think the meat taste better from the Weber. We looked at other grills that had more curb appeal but I'm sure glad we choose the Weber.