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The Pimp My Grill Tactical Stainless Folding Front Shelf gives your RecTeq RT-700 or RT-680 a serious work surface upgrade right away. You get a wider, deeper prep area that sits at a comfortable standing height instead of bending over every time you stage meat. The shelf mounts securely using your existing leg bolts, so you never have to cut or drill into your grill body. It folds up perfectly flat when you're done cooking, keeping your grill cover safe while adding room for tools, trays, and your afternoon drink.
Why You'll Love It- Near 14-Inch Depth: You get a massive landing zone at nearly 14 inches deep, making plenty of room for briskets, rub bins, and thermometer probes without food crowding the edge.
- Ergonomic Standing Height: The shelf raises your workstation to 30 inches off the ground, which saves your back during long sessions compared to the standard 26-inch factory ledge.
- Rust-Proof Build: Constructed from premium 304 stainless steel, the surface resists heat, moisture, and weather damage so it looks good year after year.
- Modular Accessories: Mount left or right storage trays with a beverage holder, add a utensil hanger, or install a paper towel holder with an easy-tear edge to organize your cook station.
- Zero-Drill Installation: The bracket slides onto your pre-existing leg bolt holes for a tight fit that requires no special tools or permanent modifications to your grill.
- Foldaway Design: Flip the shelf up when the cook is finished to store extra space, and enjoy the peace of mind knowing it won't block your grill cover when closed.
- Staging multiple proteins during large family gatherings or holiday meals.
- Restoring grills that still have the thin, wobbly stock shelf attached.
- Cooks who want to run a modular accessory system across their outdoor kitchen setup.
- Long smoke sessions where keeping knives, foil, and sauces on hand makes a difference.
- Customizing your RecTeq workflow with external paper and tool holders.
- Position Your Trays: Pick a side for your storage tray based on your throwing hand; mounting the beverage holder away from your grill handles prevents bumping them open.
- Match Accessories to Menu: If you wrap most meats, load the paper towel or foil holder first; keep the utensil bar clear for tongs and forks during active flipping moments.
- Secure the Mount Early: Align the bracket with the leg bolts while the grill is cool; the slots usually take some initial patience to line up, but the result locks the shelf firmly in place once tightened.
- Fold Before Transport: Always fold the front shelf upward whenever you move the RecTeq cart; the extended metal adds drag and can catch on doorways or uneven pavement.
- RecTeq RT-700 and RT-680 owners who feel cramped by the original factory shelf width.
- Pitmasters upgrading their smoker setup to support external tool and paper holders.
- Backyard cooks tired of setting up a separate table for staging ingredients and seasonings.
- Users planning to expand their grill accessories later via the Pimp My Grill modular lineup.
- Anyone looking for a durable, made-in-the-U.S.A. replacement that installs without modifying the frame.
- Compatibility: Designed for RecTeq RT-700 and RT-680 models.
- Shelf Dimensions: Measures 33 7/8 inches wide by 13 3/4 inches deep.
- Working Height: Tops out at 30 inches from the ground (compared to 26 inches stock).
- Material: Heavy-duty 304 stainless steel construction.
- Mounting Method: Installs via existing leg bolt locations; no drilling required.
- Movement: Fully folding design that clears space when stored.
- Cover Fit: Compatible operation allows the grill cover to close over the unit when folded.
- Origin: Made in the USA.
This front shelf is engineered specifically for the RecTeq RT-680 and RT-700 models.
Do I need to drill new holes to install this shelf?No, the upgrade mounts directly to the existing leg bolt locations on your grill frame.
Does the shelf interfere with the standard RecTeq cover?The shelf folds up completely when not in use, allowing you to slide your grill cover over the unit without obstruction.
Can I attach Pimp My Grill accessories to this shelf?Yes, the Tactical design supports all PMG modular additions, including left or right storage trays, tool hangers, and paper towel dispensers.
How much taller is this than the stock shelf?This shelf sits 30 inches off the ground, giving you a 4-inch height increase over the approximate 26-inch factory shelf position.
Is 304 stainless rust-resistant?Yes, 304 grade stainless steel is designed to withstand outdoor moisture and grease spatter far better than standard grade metals.
How difficult is the assembly?Installation takes minutes using the hardware you already have; simply align the brackets with the leg bolts and tighten for a solid hold.
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With over 35 years of smoking experience, we started DDR BBQ Supply with a simple goal: to help others cook better barbecue. We've spent decades learning what works and what doesn't, and we apply that knowledge to every product we carry. From high-performance grills and smokers to carefully selected rubs, sauces, and tools, everything we offer is something we believe in and use ourselves. We don’t believe in cutting corners or selling gear we wouldn’t rely on during our own backyard cooks and when we compete in BBQ competitions.