Hello everyone! Been a long time since I’ve been around but like most others are I’ve been very busy. Busy with all the fun stuff that goes along with a new(175 year new) home and acreage, but I love it and should have moved out to the country much sooner. So the time has come to finally get a wood stove. I came across a Mansfield 8011 that looks to be in decent shape. Anyone here have that stove and want to fill me in on what to look for when I go check it out later this week? The guy says it needs new baffles, insulation blanket and all the retaining clips. What should I be looking for in regards to the soapstone? How is all that stone held together? Also, how am I supposed to move this thing? I’m assuming it’s anll soapstone on the bottom as well so can’t lift it with forks, would straps work to lift from the bottom? Have to screw to a pallet? Only ever had steel stoves so this is all new. Asking 1,500 but has already came down a bit. If it’s in decent shape and I can get it for 1,200 or under I’d feel ok about that. Thanks for any help.
Glad you are liking the new to you home. I don't know a lot about the Mansfield but I believe you can move it so long as there is a small cushion rather than steel forks on stone. Cardboard might work. Be sure to check the stone very well for cracks. Still, it sounds like you might save a few dollars, but I would question the purchase.
I had the heritage which is just the next size smaller but otherwise pretty much identical. The base is a huge casting. No stone exposed on the bottom but you don't want to bust the casting which should include an ash pan. That said, I found it best to rest the weight on it's feet.
Thanks. I went to look at it last night. Was a bit rougher than the pictures showed as is usually the case. It needed new baffle and insulation blanket plus all new gaskets. No cracks in any of the stone but was a little concerned as the mortar that I presume seals all the corners inside the firebox was gone. It’s was definitely over fired at some point. Owner even states, “I never mess with that, just run it open all the time”, speaking about the air control lever. Tossed him a very low offer and headed home. Unless he calls within the next few days and takes the lowball offer then the hunt is still on. We’re not opposed to buying new but everyone likes a deal, right? Does anyone know for sure how the 30% tax credit works? From what I’m reading you have to have the stove installed also to qualify, is that correct? I would definitely buy new to get that credit but don’t want to lose it all by paying for the install when I’m capable of doing it myself.
I really wish Woodstock made the progress hybrid in a front load, that would make this a whole lot easier.
That doesn't sound right to me...pretty sure you can install it yourself...but check with your tax guy for sure... Ultimate Guide to the 2024 Wood Stove Tax Credit | Forge & Flame (forgenflame.com) The 2024 Federal 30% Tax credit on Wood & Pellet Stoves - We Love Fire
Yes, you can install it yourself. I got the credit last year on my new BK and the tax credit was very easy to claim. No gimmick surprisingly. Just make sure you keep your receipts and paperwork that comes with the stove.
Also, I believe you are also able to claim the cost of your chimney install, etc., as part of your cost.
Breaking out an old thread... Did you ever buy a stove? And if so which one did you go with? Maybe i missed it in another post, just was going through old posts and thought I'd send the question out there...
