My understanding from threads in this forum is that certain changes to a circuit require that the whole circuit be brought to current code. I have 1 circuit for my kitchen that includes 4 outlets, 1 unswitched light and one 2-way switch light. (Dishwasher & disposal are on a separate circuit) None of the outlets are GFCI protected. I want to do 2 things. 1) The last outlet in the circuit is for the frig. I want to remove it from that circuit and put it on it's own dedicated circuit (that will obviously be to code). Does this type of change to the original circuit require that the original circuit to be brought to code also? 2) I want to GFCI protect the remaining 3 outlets. I could do this by using a GFCI outlet for the 1st one that protects everything downstream, or install a separate GFCI for each outlet. Unfortunately, much of the original 57 yr. old wiring utilized what I can only describe as a "pseudo-pigtail". Instead of a pigtail connecting to the outlet, the line side connects to the outlet, but extra sheathing is removed and the load side is connected to it also before the line side connects to the outlet. (all wrapped with tape). Also the boxes are probably too small to accomodate a pigtail and a GFCI outlet. Does this constitute a change that requires this circuit to be brought to code also? I believe that I would probably need another outlet or 2 given my counter space, and possibly need to put the lights on a separate circuit. I would like to avoid the hassle this will cause.

The house I recently moved into doesn't have a hood over the stove, it has one of the old exhaust fans built into the wall. The problem is is that it doesn't work, and when we cook, the kitchen gets all steamy, the smell doesn't go away and we get this gunk on the ceiling above the stove. Does anyone know where I might find such a vent fan? It's right above the stove and travels through the external wall and is covered by a flap on the outside of the house. I've tried all the local hardware stores and can't find one anywhere. The consensus is that they don't make them like that any more. Where's a guy to look?