Jotul F500 Oslo
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mol1jb
Feeling the Heat
In my recent search for a used stove, which has been for about a month, I have seen several used Jotul about that size, price ranging from 2k to 800. If it is good condition I think that would be a good price.
Toploader
Burning Hunk
It's a good deal if it's in good shape. Check for cracks especially on the base around the ash grate and check the baffle and burn tubes. These stoves are pretty bullet proof if not abused.
Good suggestion about the ash grate area. Unfortunately it's not uncommon to find abuse by owners using the ash pan door as an air intake to start fires. Clean out the base of the firebox completely so that you can inspect this area carefully. This is what you're looking for. The repair means a complete base replacement and rebuild.
Bring a shop vac if you go to look at it. Be thorough with your inspection.
firefighterjake
Minister of Fire
Not a bad price . . . as mentioned look at the grate to see if it is warped or cracked. I might also suggest taking a flashlight and seeing if you can see the light inside the stove from outside. Check out the baffle board and insulation for holes or if it is missing . . . although these should be relatively cheap fixes.
On a side note . . . I can never figure out why folks selling stuff -- whether it be a woodstove, refrigerator, car, ATV, etc. don't take the time to clean it up a bit.
On a side note . . . I can never figure out why folks selling stuff -- whether it be a woodstove, refrigerator, car, ATV, etc. don't take the time to clean it up a bit.
Toploader
Burning Hunk
On a side note . . . I can never figure out why folks selling stuff -- whether it be a woodstove, refrigerator, car, ATV, etc. don't take the time to clean it up a bit.[/QUOTE]
I couldn't agree more, it always boggles my mind. I'm thinking it's mental and physical laziness maybe.
I couldn't agree more, it always boggles my mind. I'm thinking it's mental and physical laziness maybe.
Simonkenton
Minister of Fire
I paid $2500 for an Oslo last August so yes, that is a hell of a price. Can be VERY dicey buying a used stove.
Caveat Emptor.
Caveat Emptor.
heavy hammer
Minister of Fire
I live in California, prices for wood stoves are in the thousands. Looking at a used jotul 500 for $500. Owner says the manual is stamped with 2002 date. Wood stove is located in the bay area where home fireplaces are rarely used.
Good buy?? terms that will help lower buying price?
when moving it, shall I be concerned about possible cracking when transporting?
Good buy?? terms that will help lower buying price?
when moving it, shall I be concerned about possible cracking when transporting?
The price is good if the stove is in good condition and not overfired. Besides looking for signs of abuse and for cracks, especially check around the flue collar and inside the stove in the base area around the grate. Also check the baffle for warpage.
A used Oslo for 500 is a good deal if not cracked externally or baseplate as many have said. I will tell you, 1999 to 2003 Oslos came with cast iron baffle plates and changed to a ceramic vermiculite baffle in 2003. If it has cast baffles, and if they are warped, it is approved from Jotul to replace with the vermiculite even though the cast baffles are still available.
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