Hi All,
I'm new to hearth.com, but not new to wood stoves. Figured the other day that I've been firing woodburners for about 37 years. My first stove was a Vermont Castings Vigilant and my current stove, which I've had for going on 20 years, is a Jotul Firelight 12. I think it's a great stove. Given that it's going on 20, it needs a few fixes. I need to replace the back burn plate, which has a crack that has been slowly growing for a couple of years. I also need to replace the catalyst refractory insulation. I have my stove and chimney cleaned and inspected annually and the wear and tear has finally caught up. I would appreciate recommendations on good parts suppliers. I look forward to your wisdom and insight and to being part of the discussion. Thanks.
I'm new to hearth.com, but not new to wood stoves. Figured the other day that I've been firing woodburners for about 37 years. My first stove was a Vermont Castings Vigilant and my current stove, which I've had for going on 20 years, is a Jotul Firelight 12. I think it's a great stove. Given that it's going on 20, it needs a few fixes. I need to replace the back burn plate, which has a crack that has been slowly growing for a couple of years. I also need to replace the catalyst refractory insulation. I have my stove and chimney cleaned and inspected annually and the wear and tear has finally caught up. I would appreciate recommendations on good parts suppliers. I look forward to your wisdom and insight and to being part of the discussion. Thanks.
