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    Installation advice for Intrepid (1982)

    Was gifted a VC Intrepid (1982 back plate) with the intent to use in my 1915-1920s two story house. The house has a central fireplace that I haven't used before, but I've been on the roof, looked down the chimney and the tile appears clean and in good condition (from the top). Looking for...
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    Intrepid fire bricks

    I was recently given an old Intrepid I that appears to be in very good condition. My other VC stoves (Encore, Aspen ) all have fire brick on the walls. But this Intrepid I does not. Is it missing side fire bricks, or are just the 3 fire bricks at the fire back all that are required?