TIL my firebox door warped from a cheap gasket kit

Took me 4 hours and a trip to the steel yard to cut a new plate and bolt it on. Anyone know a gasket brand that actually holds up to 275 degrees for more than a month?

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robin_henderson817mo ago

Saw a thread last week where a bunch of people were swearing by the Rutland gasket kits for their wood stoves. They said the adhesive is way better and the material doesn't get brittle and crack after a few hot burns. That warping issue sounds like a total nightmare to fix, especially having to fabricate a new plate. Might be worth checking if their stuff is rated for your specific temp range.

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sanchez.kevin7mo ago

Yeah, @robin_henderson81, that Rutland tip is solid, their adhesive really does hold up better.

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adamgreen7mo ago

Check the temp rating on the box before you buy, some of those kits aren't meant for super high heat.

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