This place has staying power. I've been on a fair amount of forums over the years and they come and go. But GJ has stayed since I found it in what ever year it says next to my name. I look forward to the change(not that there was anything wrong with this version.)
Besides, how many times do...
I have an insert and am using a 6" inch insulated chimney flex liner. I did have to ovalize the bottom 2' or so to fit through the damper. I have an insulated block off plate just above the stove and below the damper to keep that heat from going upward. The top cap is also sealed.
The insert...
Love it. As much as I am not a Facebook person, your page is the one I most look forward too. And glad you went with polished... leafing through as I type.
My brother built a set of Decware's version of Jensen Imperials. It would take a barn worth of wood to hide them...but then he'd have a barn in his living room.