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wmjohnston

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Coal grate recommendations?
« on: November 03, 2012, 08:07:15 AM »
Hello,

A newbie here.  This is Mike Johnston from Columbus, Indiana.  Earlier this year my wife and I bought a house with a Natures Comfort NCB-175.  The unit is in great shape - previous owner installed in 2008 and used it every year.  We're getting the hang of using it - burning all wood - but would also like to try mixing coal.  I've read numerous posts here that describe various peoples experiences.  I know I'lll need a grate of some sort in the unit and would appreciate any suggestions on either commercial grates that work well or suggestions on how to make one.  A sketch or drawing would be great.

Thanks!
Mike
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Re: Coal grate recommendations?
« Reply #1 on: November 03, 2012, 07:41:23 PM »
Natures Comfort have a shaker grate upgrade now for coal. I would have to confirm that it will work on a 2008 model but I think it would. It is about $200 and also you need to add some firebricks. (looks like  17 @ $7.28 each. I have never installed one because there is no coal around here. If you want more info I can check on it.
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Re: Coal grate recommendations?
« Reply #2 on: November 04, 2012, 06:44:22 AM »
Thanks for the suggestion.  I got a new parts catalog from Natures Comfort last week and see the coal grate in it.  I'll check with them on fit. 

I spent time yesterday trying to locate a coal supplier in my area.  Looks like I've got a 150 mile round trip to pick it up!
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