Our 8-year-old Regency I3100 L has some cracks on the front plate, on top left and right of door opening. Could these be repaired by welding, or do we need to start shopping for a new stove? We noticed the cracks midway through season last year, they seem to have grown a bit. They are still covered by the door.
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