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    Quadrafire Grand Voyager Cracked + Warped Steel

    I purchased a Quadrafire Grand Voyager in 2018 and have been heating with it ever since. I was always happy with the insert and it had always put off a very good amount of heat. To my absolute horror, I just discovered this insane crack and warping of the steel-welded air channel at the front...
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    Regency Hi300 over firing

    I have a 1 year old Regency Hi300 insert. It is a replacement for a 18 year old unit that ultimately developed a split in the seem on the top of the firebox. (Manufacturer said lifespan was 15-20 years) The first year with the unit was fine. Able to load and run like my last one. Fill up at...