On 24 Jun 2006 04:38:02 -0700, Lena wrote:

If one is careful to keep a spare handy, running out of gas is only a
temporary thing, and then other factors like price, quality and
mobility predominate.

And backup. Your gas supply network could be attacked or have an accident.
The propane fueled grill could then serve as a backup (if you use natural
gas for your stove).

BTW, if one tried to convert a propane grill to use natural gas,
wouldn't the orifices on each burner have to be changed?

Yes.

Are these
orifices commonly available where grills are sold? At Home Cheapo?

Certainly from the manufacturer.

Don www.donwiss.com (e-mail link at home page bottom).