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Equipment / Re: My new splitter
« on: December 30, 2011, 12:21:38 PM »
Lowes 27 Ton splitter by Troy Built
I gotta share my positive wood splitter experience, now that I have a few cords of split wood under my belt with this piece of equipment. Being a little shopping anal.....I really researched my splitter options before landing on this one. My usage experience thus far has been very positive. So here's what ya get:

original price $1399, BUY when on sale -5%, use Lowes card -5%, MILITARY DISCOUNT -5%
Purchase Price $1189!!
Splitting Tonnage 27.0
Hydraulic Fluid Included Yes
Hydraulic Tank Capacity (Gallons) 3.0
Fuel Capacity (Gallons) 0.35
Engine Oil Capacity (oz.) 12.0
Recommended Engine Oil Type 10W-30
Trailer Hitch Included Yes
Jack Stand Included Yes
THEY ASSEMBLE IT FOR YOU AT THE STORE AT NO CHARGE!
Warranty 2-year limited
Wheel Diameter (Inches) 16.0
Engine Brand Honda
Engine Displacement (Cu. Centimeters) 160.0
Starter Type Pull start
Cycle Time (Seconds) 19.0
Capacity (Length of Log) (Inches) 25.0
Operating Position Horizontal and vertical

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Heatmor / Re: Contemplating an OWB
« on: December 30, 2011, 12:12:00 PM »
Maximum distance of hosing recommendation is 130 ft.
Do not undersize.....calculate what you need and then buy the next bigger model.
To do the full deal....don't start unless you have access to about $11k. Burner, hose, fittings, valves, exchanger, hot water heater exchanger, pump, trencher, romex electrical line in trench, etc.
If you are in a highly regulated area then go with an EPA approved model which most codes acknowledge and they also come with tax rebates sometimes.

I own and use a Cadillac 5600 very happily to heat a 6000+ sf house and a 2000 sf shop.  Two underground lines over 120' each, two pumps, 3 exchangers, and a modine.  Strong recommendation for this brand and model.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Cadillac OWB?
« on: December 28, 2011, 04:32:34 PM »
I can send a product brochure to anyone who is interested in specs and details.  You can also go to a website to see more info as well at http://www.nsteelmfg.com/

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: What unit to buy
« on: December 27, 2011, 07:59:40 AM »
I have a Cadillac 5600 and am extremely happy.  Here are it's statistics:

Northern Steel Manufacturing LLC

Cadillac Outdoor Wood Furnaces

Northern Steel Manufacturing LLC, based in the heartland of Wisconsin, presents our line of outdoor wood burning stoves with our Cadillac stoves. We have been designing stoves for over a decade. We work directly with the stove market, getting right down to the real users’ needs, wants, and demands. Northern Steel manufacturing LLC is committed to bringing to the market not only the highest quality and most durable stove, bet we are continually creating, improving and introducing features and innovations that provide reliability, usability, and convenience, along with the greatest efficiency possible. Every one of our stoves is identified by a serial number, is manufactured utilizing industry surpassing robotic technology, water and air tested, finished and inspected by the most dedicated, experienced craftsman in the industry. Northern Steel Manufacturing LLC backs each and every stove with a limited 20 years warranty. Our skilled employees are the backbone of our company, leading to our success. They are ready to not only meet your needs, but exceed your expectations.

WOOD FURNACE FEATURES

 Tool Caddy – Conveniently attached to the adjustable arm of the dusk-to-dawn light. Holds the rake and shovel provided with each furnace.

 Class A Stainless Steel Chimney – This level of quality on the Cadillac.

 Extra large Fuel Door – 24” x 36” door allowing for the extra large wood and easy loading.

 Extra Large Ash Door – 5” x 12” clean out door allows for fast and easy ash removal.

 Water Filled Heat Exchanger – This technology provides more surface area allowing 100% heat transfer with less heat escaping out the chimney.
 

QUALITY

 High Grade Steel – All Cadillac outdoor wood burning furnaces are constructed using commercial quality boiler plate exclusive to Cadillac outdoor stoves.

 Robotic Seamless Welding – Our Lincoln Arc mate 120il Robotic Welding technology assures unparalleled quality and consistency in the weldment of the inner and out water jacket, door jambs and internal parts.

 Precision Fabricated Parts – Our investment in Whitney Plasma cutting technology in their Advantage and 3400 computer controlled 72” x 240” downdraft cutting tables assures precision cut parts and subcomponents.

 Powder Coated – Our utilization of today’s powder coat technology creates an unmatched consistency in coverage and clarity in paint application.

 R 3 8 Roof Insulation – Our base and side wall foil faced R 1 9 insulation is enhanced with full coverage of the roof with R 3 8 insulation.
 

 INNOVATION

 Our innovation features are industry leading, far surpassing any other stove. These include dusk to dawn light, water filled heat exchanger, and extra large lockable fuel door with anti flash back feature. Our class A stainless chimney is standard as is our innovative tool caddy, the friendliest storage system for the rake and shovel on the market. This is the only line of outdoor wood furnaces that knows the consumer. Northern Steel will meet your needs and wants with our Cadillac stove.

 TOOL CADDY

 Combining innovation with usability, Northern Steel Manufacturing LLC’s tool caddy removes the constant inconvenience other stoves have. This option is available on all of our stoves. Combined with our heavy duty shovel and rake, this feature provides not only more ease in cleaning the stove chamber, it gives the user an easy and safe storage location. No more picking up that muddy or frozen rake & shovel!

 DUSK-TO-DAWN LIGHT

 Attached to the Tool Caddy, this light attachment provides a better and wider lighted area with the automatic dimming and lighting of the load area.

 
FURNACE SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL  3600 4800 5600

WEIGHT (LBS)  2500 3000 3500

HEIGHT*  95” 96” 96”

WIDTH*  78” 78” 78”

LENGTH*  69” 76” 76”

FORCED DRAFT (CFM)  0-140 0-140 0-140

CHIMNEY SIZE 6” 6” 6”

FIREBOX LENGTH 36” 48” 56”

HEATING AREA (SQ. FT.)** 5000 8000 10000

WATER CAPACITY (U.S. GAL.) 175 225 275

FIREBOX DOOR OPENING 24” X 36” 24” X 36” 24” X 36”

 *TOTAL OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS **APPROXIMATE FIGURES, WILL VARY DUE TO HOME AND CLIMATE CONDITIONS
 

ALL CADILLAC OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING FURNACES ARE CONSTRUCTED USING

COMMERCIAL QUALITY BOILER PLATE EXCLUSIVE TO OUR OUTDOOR STOVES.



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General Discussion / Re: Outside wood furnace
« on: December 22, 2011, 10:43:39 AM »
Absolutely without a doubt I recommend a Cadillac Wood Burner.  I own the larger 5600 model and it runs like a dream.  Has a super oversized door, two blowers upper and lower, internal creosote scraper, just a great money savings unit.  Paid for in 3 years with LP fuel savings!

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Cadillac OWB?
« on: December 21, 2011, 07:32:29 AM »
The Cadillac name is intellectual property protected as it pertains to autos and auto parts.  Since this is a completely different product and market segment, the protection does not apply.

I am located in south central Wisconsin, Rock County.  Please feel free to contact me with questions or inquiries about the Cadillac brand of boiler.  We are really jazzed about revitalizing this brand and product!  Cadillacwoodburners@yahoo.com

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Cadillac OWB?
« on: December 12, 2011, 11:29:27 PM »
I've went ahead and purchased the Cadillac after finding the new company owner who is resuming production of the product.  They are still made in the original factory in Elcho, WI....way up in Northland!  I like the stove so much that I am securing a distributorship with the company for the south central Wisconsin area.  I've completely installed the unit myself.  Digging the trench was harder than connecting the stove.

This brand is very durable.  I'd compare it on par with Central Boiler, but $1000+ less in cost.  It's basically slightly less on bells and whistles but better on durability and ruggedness as well as a much larger door for loading.  If you have specific questions or are interested in giving the unit a try.....then contact me at CadillacWoodBurners@yahoo.com.

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General Outdoor Furnace Discussion / Re: Cadillac OWB?
« on: December 09, 2011, 10:09:36 AM »
Cadillac brand was manufactured by Northern Steel Manufacturing in upper Wisconsin.  They basically stopped making these units in the summer of 2011.  It appears the owner of the company died and a couple of employees have attempted to move forward with the company, but unsuccessful.  They made 3 sizes of units....a 3600, 4800, and 5600.  They are 5000sf, 7500sf, and 10000sf models.  Definitely the best build boilers on the market with super thick boiler plate steel and precision robotic welded seams.

I believe the only downside of the units is that if you loose water due to a leak......the whole unit can over heat and have a total meltdown.  If you are extremely confident in how the unit is sealed and filled, and your always home to detect a leak if it occurs.....then the Cadillac can't be beat.

UPDATE:  The overheating concern has been addressed by the factory...they have vents which close in the event of a total water loss which starves the oxygen supply to the fire and basically shuts the whole unit down before it over heats!  So there is no problem.

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