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Posted by on June 15, 2006, 1:45 pm
hallerb@aol.com wrote:
> how olds the tank? if its more than 6 years old your probably better
> off just replacing the entire tank, since the gas valves are pricey...
That's what I was thinking too. These heaters generally have a life of
10-13 years. I'd carefully evaluate what it costs to fix vs replacing
the whole thing.
>
> be prepared to replace the tank drain valve, many are plastic or so
> cheap if you get them open they will never close again....
>
> open the T&P valve to let air in so the tank can drain, be prepared to
> replace that valve too, once disturbed they often dont shut good and
> drip.
>
> have a piece of pipe to put on the end of the wrench to remove the
> thermostat it may be near impossible to get lose.
>
> short and long start first thing in AM on a day part stores are open,
> since this job may expand repeatedly:(
>
> If your lucky it might be a snap
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