Firepot condition - Mt Vernon

[jlar]

Hello,

I have an older Mt Vernon standalone pellet stove. It has a firepot that has seen better years and is in need of TLC. It is gradually getting worse on the edge as shown in the picture. I know it needs repair or swapping out but was wondering how excited I needed to be about getting it done. It appears to be solid with the exception of the top front edge so I am just looking for opinions on whether you all think I can squeeze by for another year as is. I believe I have heard that swapping it out is not too difficult, but I was hoping not to put money that direction right now. I also considered using one of the epoxies designed for stoves and just "rebuilding" the rim. Again, the rest of the pot seems fairly solid ... but the stove is pushing 18 years old I think!

Thanks for any input,

Jim L.

 

[johneh]

Yes, it has seen better days, but still usable
I would look for a good deal on a new one and order it .
Then, when doing a full cleaning, replace it
I don't think it owes you anything . I do not
feel it is a get-it-done-now situation

 

[jlar]

Thanks for the reply! The stove has been pretty good to us over the years and hopefully will continue to be. It, of course, has its troubles now and then, but probably most of them are due to some neglect or another ...

 

[silverfox103]

Agree with "johneh", for the most part. I would get the part and have it on hand. I'm reluctant to tear into my stoves during the heating season (Murphy's Law).

Just looked at it again, appears there is quite a bit of deterioration. I guess if it's stable, just keep an eye on it. Or, if it's an easy swap, change it.

Just noticed we're NH neighbors, so to speak.

Tom
Littleton NH

 

[jlar]

Hey Tom,

thanks for the reply. I don't think it is going anywhere if I am careful with it. As you know from my other post, they stove is getting old and probably needs a replacement or at least an overhaul/inspection. Just can't afford too much at the moment

As for being a neighbor .. so to speak ....

Jim
Littleton NH