Insert boot adapter - Cast Iron or Stainless?

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I am about to install an insert and it looks like I will need a boot with about a 30 degree angle to connect to my liner. Will it make any difference if I go with cast or stainless boot? Is one recommended over the other? ps. if anyone has a 6" boot for sale let me know!
 
I am about to install an insert and it looks like I will need a boot with about a 30 degree angle to connect to my liner. Will it make any difference if I go with cast or stainless boot? Is one recommended over the other? ps. if anyone has a 6" boot for sale let me know!
What insert is it?
 
The High Valley 2500 is a big baby. Is there an 8" to 6" reducer on the flue collar? Can you post a basic sketch of the problem you are trying to solve?
 
The High Valley 2500 is a big baby. Is there an 8" to 6" reducer on the flue collar? Can you post a basic sketch of the problem you are trying to solve?

I can post a sketch this evening. I bought an 8 to 6 reducer, but it sits too high for an elbow to work, and too far forward for the liner to go straight in.
 
See if you can find the Otis Ring Reducer from HV. You might be able to get it from Appalachian's part store found here: (broken link removed)

Part #1510-6000

Pics of it:
 
See if you can find the Otis Ring Reducer from HV. You might be able to get it from Appalachian's part store found here: (broken link removed)
Part #1510-6000
Pics of it:
That's a good suggestion. I just found this one too:
(broken link removed to https://www.ebay.com/itm/6-to-8-Stainless-Steel-Stove-Pipe-Reducer-/182169982649)
 
I am about to install an insert and it looks like I will need a boot with about a 30 degree angle to connect to my liner. Will it make any difference if I go with cast or stainless boot? Is one recommended over the other? ps. if anyone has a 6" boot for sale let me know!
Just found out mine doesn’t have a liner or an adapter any thoughts?
 

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Just found out mine doesn’t have a liner or an adapter any thoughts?
That is a slammer install which is no longer allowed. The chimney should be thoroughly cleaned and then a liner added and attached to the stove.