Old Jamestown Pellet Stove

[MtDew]

Looking for a used pellet stove for my workshop and found a used Jamestown stove for sale locally. Owner thinks it's about 15yrs or more old. I know it's a manual ignition type stove. I don't yet have the model number, he's emailing it to me. He said it's been in his workshop for the past 10 years, maybe only used 2-3 times a years when needed. He replaced the blower about 5 yrs ago. Said it needs a cleaning and a paint job, but works great.

I'm not familiar with this brand of stove and was just looking for some advice on these stoves or issues I should be prepared to tackle. I currently run a Harman P43 to heat my house. I would imagine the Jamestown would be a complete new learning curve as it doesn't have all the bells and whistles the Harman uses.

Are parts still available? Any special cleaning procedures? Any special adjustments I need to know if I purchase the stove. Is a working 15+ yr old stove worth $400?

 

[Lake Girl]

Used 2-3 x a year and needs a cleaning? When was the last time it was cleaned and how much corrosion has gone on inside... I think I would ask to see it burn.

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Just to give you an idea ... Hopefully owners will chime in and give you a better idea.

 

[MtDew]

Used 2-3 x a year and needs a cleaning? When was the last time it was cleaned and how much corrosion has gone on inside... I think I would ask to see it burn.

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Just to give you an idea ... Hopefully owners will chime in and give you a better idea.

Thanks for the links. Yes he said I can see it burn. I just planned on a thorough cleaning before I install and use it. When I asked him what may need to be done before I start using it he said a clean out and spray paint job. It's been a garage/shop heater for years. The outside panels are showing signs of some surface rust. I really don't care about the cosmetics as I will be using it in the same matter as the original owner.

 

[MtDew]

Thanks for the links. Yes he said I can see it burn. I just planned on a thorough cleaning before I install and use it. When I asked him what may need to be done before I start using it he said a clean out and spray paint job. It's been a garage/shop heater for years. The outside panels are showing signs of some surface rust. I really don't care about the cosmetics as I will be using it in the same matter as the original owner.

Owner emailed me and said he thinks it's the J1000 model. Is that good, Bad, any help?

 

[Lake Girl]

Newer manual but gives you a good idea - not sure if they have changed much over the years. Pretty straight forward - wonder if burn pot alignment is fussy. Four ash clean-outs? Maybe take a peek into that area before having owner fire up.

Sorry no one else is showing up with ideas ... good luck and let us know what you end up doing!

 

[Mike85]

I have a newer model J1000. I love it. I'm heating around 1000 sf with no problems. The only issue I've had with it is the blower motor is squeaking and the customer service leaves a lot to be desired since it is a very small company. I'm talking owner and secretary, so you are kind of on your own for tech help. I'm pretty sure they still have parts available check out jamestownpelletstoves.com and take a look. You do have a lot of help here on the forum if you have a problem I know everyone here helped me a lot. Since you are familiar with pellet stoves I don't think you will find anything you haven't seen before, so I'd give it a shot I don't think you will be disappointed.

 

[Whimpster]

I have a older model 1995 J2000T fireplace insert...It's a great stove.Keep it cleaned properly and it will heat like the devil!
Yes parts are still available...they are made in Canada now....
I've replaced all my blower motors and auger motor last year,but what do you expect from a 19 year old stove
Only problem I had was the size length of the pellets...It fussy in feeding longer pellets..so shorter the better.
You can't go wrong with a older Jamestown if you can get it at the right price....I paid $200.00 for mine and it was a mess inside and out.
After some new paint and a good cleaning inside it works like a champ.
There's a little learning curve with the air adjust and pellet feed rate,but once you get the hang of that it pretty easy stove to run...
good luck

 

[MtDew]

Picked it up last night. It's in working order, we fired it up before I purchased. I figured before I install it I will give it a deep thorough cleaning and maybe some fresh paint.
It's the J1000 model. Got it for $300.

 

[Lake Girl]

Pics or it didn't happen Compressed air or the leaf blower on the innards before you move her inside!

 

[MtDew]

I will get some tonight. Yes I planned on taking it apart, have both compressed air and a leaf blower. Should be interesting to figure out this older stove compared with the Harman P43 that heats my house. I'm always up for a challenge.

 

[midfielder]

Hey MtDew - I have a 2000 J1000b that I've been running for 4 years. Similar scenario - bought used for cheap and refurbished on the fly. I've been through the thing from top to bottom so give me a shout if you have questions. Simple (for a pellet stove) machine, well built, reliable, compact, efficient. Payed for itself halfway into the first heating season ;-)

 

[MtDew]

Hey MtDew - I have a 2000 J1000b that I've been running for 4 years. Similar scenario - bought used for cheap and refurbished on the fly. I've been through the thing from top to bottom so give me a shout if you have questions. Simple (for a pellet stove) machine, well built, reliable, compact, efficient. Payed for itself halfway into the first heating season ;-)

Thanks Midfielder! I will keep you in mind if I run into any issues.

 

[bronzeman]

I have been heating my home since 1998 with my J 1000, no problems until today. The combustion fan went out and looking for a new one. Is looking like $300 for a new one, not bad for 15 years.