New stove opinions

[jtb51b]

I am considering replacing my Buck 21 for a larger stove... I really like the lopi republic 1750 or the lopi endeavor but the door opens backwards from what I need. What do you guys suggest as an alternative?? I would consider a CAT stove after watching my grandfathers earth stove in operation.. Has to have a 6" flue, and would prefer 2.5 CF or larger firebox, also needs to have the ability to run a blower for optimum heating.. Thanks in advance for the replies.

Jason

 

[SolarAndWood]

I would consider a CAT stove after watching my grandfathers earth stove in operation.. Has to have a 6" flue, and would prefer 2.5 CF or larger firebox, also needs to have the ability to run a blower for optimum heating.

That sounds like a BK Princess.

 

[begreen]

Maybe a Buck 74/81/85 or in cat, the 80? Or a Quadrafire 4300?

 

[Bigg_Redd]

PE Summit

 

[jtb51b]

Thanks for the suggestions, I'll do some research on them tonight.. I do like the buck brand stoves, and the 80 looks great but they show it to have an 8" flue.. There is a large hearth dealer about 100 miles away that stocks and shows several brands and probably 60 stoves on the floor. I should go have a look in person, probably easier.

Keep the suggestions coming,

Jason

 

[Mr. Kelly]

PE Summit

Unfortunately, the PE Summit opens from left to right, which is the same way the aforementioned Lopi stoves do. I have the Summit, and it's been working out great! Big box for less money that looks good, works well, and heats like the sun. How can you go wrong?

 

[jtb51b]

Called a blaze king dealer today, they recommended a buck 74 instead. Seems that they believe a BK is a bit much for my climate and heating needs.. I'm not sure, I'm going to do a LOT more research before I jump in.. I was given a price of around 2700 for the princess ultra, is that a fair price? Seems high for a steel stove, can't I get a soapstone stove for that kind of money?

Jason

 

[SolarAndWood]

Sounds like you called a Buck dealer.

 

[jtb51b]

Sound right, I called 4 different BK listed dealers and this was the ONLY one that answered the phone (at 9am Central time).. They sold buck and bk, not sure what else. Maybe I should try again? There are NO BK dealers in alabama (that I can find) so I'll have to have it shipped in either way. Does anyone know of a competent BK dealer that could talk me out of my money?

Jason