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Thoughts on Short Leg Kit

Discussion in 'Modern EPA Stoves and Fireplaces' started by Lumbering On, Dec 17, 2013.

  1. Lumbering On

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    Due to clearance issues, my long awaited Jotul Castine will live inside my fireplace.

    The height to the lintel is 31 inches.

    The height of the Castine is 28 1/2 inches, so it will fit.

    With the short leg kit, it is 26 inches tall.

    Question is: Is there an advantage to the shorter height in a fireplace install?

    Does it allow the heat to circulate out of the firebox better?
     
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  2. fox9988

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    The long legs will only allow 2 1/2" to attach the liner, not sure that's doable. I'd go for the short legs, more room and better circulation.
     
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  3. Todd

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    What are your clearance issues?
     
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    Todd just posted a pic of a small fan under the stove pushing cold air to the back and up over the stove. That would help a lot on a FP install with a insulated block off plate.
     
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  5. Lumbering On

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    front clearance. to make my 16 inches, 3/4 of the stove will be in the firebox.

    I'll look for the thread with the fan
     
    Lumbering On, Dec 18, 2013
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