Rollinon - Sorry for your trouble! Your post is not typical here, at all. How long ago did you order the cord hanger? Steve is very good about getting back with customers, so I'm wondering if it was during their move from Ohio to Michigan. At any rate, I've contacted Steve on this. If you would please PM me your contact info (other than screen name), I'll do what I can to get your issue resolved!
By the way, the covers are no longer vinyl. The new camo covers are much better than the older versions, too.
Glad to hear you like the smoker - these are small issues that can be easily fixed!