G&M Vintage Stove Burner Not Working? We Replaced the Gas Valve
We got a call about an old G&M gas range, roughly 50 years old — a beautiful classic piece that’s still in use. One of the front burners wasn’t lighting at all, even though the others worked fine. You could hear the igniter clicking and even smell a bit of gas, but there was no flame.
The Problem
On these vintage G&M stoves, each burner has its own manual gas valve that controls the flow to the burner head. Over time, these valves can seize, corrode, or dry out inside, so even when you turn the knob, the gas doesn’t flow correctly.
In this case, the valve for that burner was completely stuck. We tried cleaning and lubricating it, but it was too worn to function safely — so replacement was the only real option.
The Fix
We carefully removed the front panel and disconnected the old valve from the gas manifold. Since this is a vintage model, finding an exact match wasn’t easy — parts for these stoves haven’t been produced for decades.
After some searching, we found a universal gas valve with the correct thread size and shaft type. Once installed, we pressure-tested the entire system for leaks and reassembled the panel.
As soon as we turned the knob — the burner came back to life with a strong, even blue flame.
Why It Happened
Gas valves on older appliances often fail after decades of heat, grease, and moisture exposure. Internal seals dry up, and corrosion blocks the passageway. Once that happens, even cleaning won’t bring it back — replacement is the safest and most effective solution.
Takeaway
If your vintage G&M or other classic gas range has a burner that won’t ignite, it might not be the igniter or orifice — it could be the gas valve itself. With the right parts and proper testing, even a 50-year-old stove can keep running beautifully for years to come.
