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Had My wsm over a week now.just opened it Up to find a lot of water in bottom below charcoal grate.the cause of rain leaking in at lid.why have Weber not got a weep hole in bottom.
So you need to have a cover over it when wet. I have read this is a issue.what's the point if you can't display it.
Disappointed

Close the top vent and you won't have the problem

Top closed .that's why Weber supply cover with new purchase,
In My opinion.there is a issue with this. Read Into this online
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Mine has sat outside uncovered in all weather for the last 4 years and still looks fine. I don't use the cover for the WSM as i found it grows mould really quickly if using it.

Yes the bottom fills with water, but it's easy enough to pour the water away before loading it up with charcoal.

i don't use the cover for the WSM as i found it grows mould really quickly if using it

Thanks for your advice.