Look normal?
2009 Jotul Castine vents into 23' class a out the back.
I've been able to get the top plate up to 600+ but it takes a fair amount effort, even when using biobricks and kiln dried firewood. I think BeGreen mentioned that he had an issue with a 3cb where the top gasket didn't sit properly and it would result in cool stove top temps. A new gasket made all the difference.
I pulled the top plate off tonight and found this:
Does this look out of the ordinary?
2009 Jotul Castine vents into 23' class a out the back.
I've been able to get the top plate up to 600+ but it takes a fair amount effort, even when using biobricks and kiln dried firewood. I think BeGreen mentioned that he had an issue with a 3cb where the top gasket didn't sit properly and it would result in cool stove top temps. A new gasket made all the difference.
I pulled the top plate off tonight and found this:
Does this look out of the ordinary?