10 year old 441
I have a 10-year old 441 (and a 6-year old one). I do not have a Monitor dealer anywhere near me and have not serviced them since I purchased them. I love them by the way. The 10-year old one has started acting up last season ... shutting off sporadically, low flame, bearings starting to make a noise.
I'm thinking of dropping it off for a full reconditioning when I drive through the area where it was purchased, but I'm guessing that they are wanting close to the cost of a used, refurbished unit (circa $900) to make these repairs to mine.
I don't mind replacing things that are questionable (if i'm doing the work) so a parts list of what ought to be replaced would be helpful.
Any sage help is appreciated.
thanks in advance
I have a 10-year old 441 (and a 6-year old one). I do not have a Monitor dealer anywhere near me and have not serviced them since I purchased them. I love them by the way. The 10-year old one has started acting up last season ... shutting off sporadically, low flame, bearings starting to make a noise.
I'm thinking of dropping it off for a full reconditioning when I drive through the area where it was purchased, but I'm guessing that they are wanting close to the cost of a used, refurbished unit (circa $900) to make these repairs to mine.
- Should I consider doing it myself? ....
- How goof-proof is it to do a major refurb?
- I saw info on this forum re: options to replace gaskets. What about purchasing other replacement parts, like the pot, bearings, etc.?
I don't mind replacing things that are questionable (if i'm doing the work) so a parts list of what ought to be replaced would be helpful.
Any sage help is appreciated.
thanks in advance
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