I am about to install a buck model 81 in my basement. I have a few questions I want to ask before I start. It is a walk out basement with a few windows. I will need to go through a poured concrete wall that is about 8" thick.
1- What is the difference between some of the double wall stainless chimneys. I have priced 6" x 36" anywhere from $70 - $150. All say 2" clearance from combustibles. Any suggestions?
2- I think I need to use a wall thimble. I will be about 18" below my sill plate. Is there any structural precautions I should take on where I should cut my 11" hole? Can I butt my hole right up to the vertical steel sections that run about every 3'? Does the thimble have the 1/4" drop or do I need to angle the core drill? I am going to buy a wall kit.?
3- When the pipe/chimney exits the house it will be under the back porch. I am going to cut part of this away and build a chase that will run up through the attic and through the roof. Where should my black stove pipe end and class A chimney begin? Inside the thimble?
I will be having someone help me with some experience but want to make sure that it is being done right. Any suggestions are appreciated.
1- What is the difference between some of the double wall stainless chimneys. I have priced 6" x 36" anywhere from $70 - $150. All say 2" clearance from combustibles. Any suggestions?
2- I think I need to use a wall thimble. I will be about 18" below my sill plate. Is there any structural precautions I should take on where I should cut my 11" hole? Can I butt my hole right up to the vertical steel sections that run about every 3'? Does the thimble have the 1/4" drop or do I need to angle the core drill? I am going to buy a wall kit.?
3- When the pipe/chimney exits the house it will be under the back porch. I am going to cut part of this away and build a chase that will run up through the attic and through the roof. Where should my black stove pipe end and class A chimney begin? Inside the thimble?
I will be having someone help me with some experience but want to make sure that it is being done right. Any suggestions are appreciated.