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    Newbie running a old Defiant and Intrepid II

    That's a Defiant 2 that desperately needs a fireback kit, and is WAY too bis for 1200 sq. feet of living space. You won't build up much creosote...
    Post by: defiant3, Apr 26, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Defiant Encore 0028 New Gasket Issue

    This is an annoying foeble of Encores, there's really no door adjustment you can make. 5/16 medium should do it. Try doing the door w/ the handle...
    Post by: defiant3, Mar 12, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    1977 Vigilant wood stove assembly and gasket advice needed!? thanks

    Cement joints then assemble stove, clean up after. It should set up after 72 hr.s or so, then have a few small break in fires to finish curing. No...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 17, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    1984 Vermont Castings Resolute with Coal Kit Installed

    Well you CAN burn wood in a coal stove, but it's not ideal.
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 17, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    1984 Vermont Castings Resolute with Coal Kit Installed

    the RIGHT INSERT, LEFT INSERT, and ASHFETTLE are removed from the firebox to accomodate the coal kit, so if ya' don't have them you'll need them....
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 16, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Vermont Castings Defiant

    When the EPA reg.s went into effect in the 80's, V.C. andf most everyone else had to redesign their products or fold up shop. So Castings built it's...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 14, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vermont Castings Defiant

    Oh boy, apples and oranges. From a Toyota to a Jaguar. If you run it alot, burn like 3 cords or more, be ready for potentially hefty maintainence...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 9, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Vigilant 1977 damper issue

    There are 2 things that can make this not worth doing: 1 look carefully to be SURE there isn't a crack in the bottom. It's a thing that happens...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 3, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Vigilant 1977 damper issue

    That fireback kit comes with everything you need, including tie rods and cement. And yes, when it'sover and the dust clears, you'll have a damper...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 3, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Vigilant 1977 damper issue

    Unfortunately, this is a classic case of warped fireback. Replacing it could be fairly minor,or require major surgery depending on whether it's a 1...
    Post by: defiant3, Feb 1, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    VC Resolute Acclaim - 1988

    THe 0041 didn't have firebricks, but it did have endless problems. IF you do anything, get the parts kit that converts it to be like the currently...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 27, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Jotul Oslo air tube replacement

    Holy cow! The thing was torched! the draft control was stuck open, and they just kept running it!
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 24, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    VC Encore broken pieces

    Only if it's broken. One thing often overlooked is the 2ndary air probe, which should be inspected and likely replaced with the catalyst. Good...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 24, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Newbee with VC Vigilant questions.

    By the way, that's a 1 piece fireback.. Might need to know that one day...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 23, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Newbee with VC Vigilant questions.

    You CAN use standard 5/16 rope for doors and griddle too. The metal stuff lasts longer, but not to worry. That piece on the top is the primary air...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 23, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    My Hearthstone I

    Those things ROCK! Who cares about todays standards? THAT is an awesome heater. I'm about to rebuild one for a customer, all the cast parts and...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 23, 2013 in forum: Classic Wood Stove Forums Pre-EPA (prior to 1988)
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    Resolute Gaskets

    5/16" for door. The griddle depends: If it's a"raised griddle", that is it doen't sit flush w/ the top, then use the same 5/16". If it's a flush...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 23, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    Vermont 0028 rattle

    More likely the 2ndary air flap, located behind a cover plate in the lower middle of the back of the stove. Tighten it bend it do whatever, but be...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 22, 2013 in forum: Vermont Castings & CDW Dutchwest Pre-EPA Models
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    VC Encore 2550 - Rebuild Question

    The only thing is, because it's such a nusiance to get that upper back in, I always ended up smooshing the gaskets out of place SO: either gasket...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 22, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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    Jotul Oslo air tube replacement

    Thanx, got it! This is for a customer, who says they're burned out. He used to have an old Defiant in there, and quite frankly I don't think the...
    Post by: defiant3, Jan 22, 2013 in forum: The Hearth Room - Wood Stoves and Fireplaces
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