New to me Fireview 201

[roberth42]

Hi Everyone!

I just picked up a used Fireview for $150.
I new it would need some work and figured I could refurb the stove myself.

Here are a few photos.
Let me know your thoughts.

Thanks [emoji1]

 

[pvfjr]

Definitely needs a little work, but could be a fun project. The stone looks a little dingy, and could use a good scrubbing. Have you located a cat replacement yet?

 

[roberth42]

Definitely needs a little work, but could be a fun project. The stone looks a little dingy, and could use a good scrubbing. Have you located a cat replacement yet?

Agreed. I'm looking forward to this project. Gonna give the stone a good scrubbing for sure.
Woodstock online store says the cat is out of stock right now but I found a cat online through firecat.com.
Do I have to buy from Woodstock?

 

[roberth42]

Amazed at how the soapstone cleans up so easily.

 

[pvfjr]

That cleaned up well, nice job! That'll look great against the frame once it has some fresh paint.

 

[mellow]

Give the guys at woodstock a call and they will let you know when they will be coming in, probably had a rush on them this time of year. They will also review with you what needs to be done to the stove to bring it up to date, they might have some other new parts released for it.

 

[woody49705]

wow congrats on your great deal. I have used the same exact stove to heat my home for the past six years. you can get the combustors elsewhere, although it seems woodstock was the cheapest when i replaced mine this year. Welcome to the woodstock family, you made a great investment that will pay dividends for years to come!!

 

[roberth42]

wow congrats on your great deal. I have used the same exact stove to heat my home for the past six years. you can get the combustors elsewhere, although it seems woodstock was the cheapest when i replaced mine this year. Welcome to the woodstock family, you made a great investment that will pay dividends for years to come!!

Hey thanks! Glad to hear from a user of the same stove.
I'm so looking forward to getting it installed for next season! !

 

[mellow]

If you were closer to woodstock I would say ship/deliver it to them and have them rebuild it back to brand new specs.

 

[roberth42]

If you were closer to woodstock I would say ship/deliver it to them and have them rebuild it back to brand new specs.

Yes I would consider that option but distance is not too bad. What will kill me is the exchange rate right now. Our Canadian dollar is struggling now and anything I get from Woodstock will cost me 40% more.[emoji31] [emoji31]