Griswold Hot Plates

[chipster]

Hi I'm a newbie here and I was wondering if anyone can tell me if the old CI hot plates can be safely restored to working condition?  I would like to purchase one, and if you have any suggestions one what I should look for in an antique hot plate I would be mightly appreciative! :-/ thx, Lisa

[Roger Barfield]

Hi Lisa, they can and are restored.  They can also be converted over to propane or natural gas.  There are some members here that are very knowledgeable about these.  Did you have a specific model in mind.  They show up on ebay quite often.  There may be a member who has one for sale even.  You might post what you're looking for in the "Wanted" section.  Also, welcome to Wags. [smiley=wavey.gif]

[C. B. Williams]

There are different regulators for propane bottles, and other variables that need to be determined by someone who is comfortable working with this type thing. It can be done, and I have done it, and it works well, but I don't feel comfortable in telling someone else how to do it. It's something that could not work right. For anyone who is not knowledgable about this, I think they should take it somewhere, like an LP gas place, and they will help you.

[Chris Stairs]

Lisa,

  I just purchased one on Ebay myself. I was going to wait until it arrived to post my questions, but maybe we can both get some answers here. Mine is not a Griswold. It will be my first gas stove other than the side burner on a gas grill I used to own.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=360106430410

  I have a friend who works for a propane company , and he is willing to inspect and or repair the stove to make sure it safe to use. Also he will decide the correct regulator for me. I want to use a standard 20 lb propane bottle, and he says the size and number of orifices in the burner will help determine the best regulator.

  Assuming this all works out, my next step is to apply a finish. I was thinking about high temperature stove paint.  I don't know if this particular model is collectible or has much value. My main concern is how it looks and performs. What do most people use? Any recommendations on a finish?

[chipster]

Hi Chris, seems to me I read some where that someone recommened using the spray paint for barbeques etc.  but how do you remove the rust?...do you dump th who thing in vinager and water!
BTW nice 3 burner, that's what I want or the 4 burner Griswold.  Lisa

[chipster]

C.B. :  Thanks for the LP Gas company advice, did know they would convert things like that...I'm not one to mess with gas or electrical myself!  Lisa

[Jesse and Kim Dunfee]

If intending to Bid on E-Bay for one a few questions to ask are......Is there any cracks or breaks in the legs where they bolt onto the bottom of the stove? (They break there often). Are the grates removable and are they cracked or pieces broken off,(usually can see this in the pictures). Do the valves move freely and are they complete (sometimes the adjustable hoods if equiped are missing). Are the air shutters there and no holes rusted in them or bent or damaged. Most of these things you can see in a "Good" auction with clear pictures. The elevated ones are very nice for frequent use.   :)

[chipster]

 H. Jesse,  ;)Gosh thanks for all that info!  lisa

[C. Perry Rapier]

H. Jesse,  ;)Gosh thanks for all that info!  lisa

Lisa, what Jesse don't know about them stoves, ain't worth knowin. Hey Jesse, will you show her a picture of some of your stoves. I like the ones that you last redid. If he can post them here Lisa, you're in for a treat.  :)


Jesses modest, so I'll brag on him. He does an excellent job of restoring these old hot plates and stoves.  :)

[Jesse and Kim Dunfee]

Hi Lisa,
   Hope you stay around a while. This is a really fun place. And you will not find another place were the accumulated knowledge of Cast Iron is any greater . Look around and think about joining. The cost of membership is trivial for what you recieve in Information.  :)


nice old single burnner Still needs work Later 3 burnner earlier 3 burnner elevated...20" elevated...28" some to do

[Sandy Glenn]

WOW Jesse.  Those are pretty.  You did a great job.

[chipster]

Wow, wow, Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Those are BEAUTIFUL!  Do you ever sell any? :P  

[C. Perry Rapier]

Wow, wow, Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Those are BEAUTIFUL!  Do you ever sell any? :P  

SEE, I told you you'd like them, ain't them beautiful? And I see a BOLO oven there thats going to be restored also.

Thanks for posting them Jesse. That is some beautiful pieces.  ;)

[Jesse and Kim Dunfee]

sent ya a PM Lisa...... :)

[Bill Corum]

Jesse: Super nice hotplates you did a great job on them. How many Griswold hot plates you have? If I ever run on to one worth the money and in good shape I think I will buy it.

Bill

[chipster]

Perry, thanks for heading me to the right person, you the man!  lisa

[Jesse and Kim Dunfee]

Well Bill, I got to think a minute on that...3 singles 5 doubles 5- 3 burners and 5 more in pieces to do. But could be getting 2 more if my bids hold....LOL

[C. Perry Rapier]

You didn't get it???????????????? :o

I just knew Santa was partial to GRISWOLD!   :)

Send hers to me Jesse, and I'll forward it on, ain't no use you paying all that shipping.  ;)

[Chris Stairs]

Jesse,

  Do you have one set up in your house for daily use, or do you just restore them?

[Jesse and Kim Dunfee]

I have a 7033 set up down stairs (the dirty kitchen as some know it by). Thats a elevated 3 burner. I test fire most of them on natural gas when I'm done with them.