Need opinion on my flue !!

[Bill C]

I am getting ready to replace my old Earth stove which is a catalytic . My home has a 8" masonry flue located on outer wall. My old stove is a 6" outlet. Been using this setup for many years without any draft problems.
I been considering the blaze king princess, a lopi liberty, buck 85, and englander 30 as a replacement.
I'm concerned that the new stoves will draft different than my old dinosaur. The flue is 18-19 ft . I burn all seasoned oak, hickory...
Need some feed back and opinions .. Also any input on the above stoves will be appreciated as well.

 

[begreen]

It may work ok with a new stove. I would try it. Worst case you will need to drop a 6" stainless liner to improve draft, but maybe not.

 

[Bill C]

Thanks, I know you guys hear of all sorts of issues with flues & stoves. Your comments are greatly appreciated