"Ed Pawlowski" > wrote in message
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> "Kent" > wrote
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>> My experience with Weber Customer Service has been very positive. That
>> alone would make Weber a good choice if you are thinking about shifting
>> your gas source. Also, I would think Weber has done the proper homework
>> about the propane to natural gas shift. This may be more than just
>> putting in bigger jets. I don't think methane burns at the same
>> temperature as propane.
>>
>> Kent
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> Jets and regulator. 30,000 Btu is 30,000 Btu. You just need the right
> flow.
>
The question is, I think, is the infrared output from a propane flame the
same as from a the methane flame? Is there a difference in infrared heat
between a methane heat source and a propane heat source? Charing of meat at
a high temperature requires infrared radiation to sear, or char the steak.
That's why charcoal sears better than propane. It has more infrared heat.

Kent