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03-24-2014, 10:00 AM
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Use something like PB Blaster first (penetrating oil) - Let it soak for a bit. Then tap on it to try and loosen it up. Then if possible use an impact and socket to try and remove it. Far less stress placed on the housing this way. You can try a bit of heat - a heat gun will work.
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03-24-2014, 10:07 AM
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removal
Also, do these to screws need to come out to remove the wh? Sorry for all the questions, this is completely new to me.
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03-24-2014, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by dthack1881
If I pull the wh and put pressure on it to find the leak, how much air pressure should I apply?
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30# should be enough, I sure wouldn't go over 50#
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03-24-2014, 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by dthack1881
Also, do these to screws need to come out to remove the wh? Sorry for all the questions, this is completely new to me.
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Yes, and all around the outside unless you have room inside to pull it inside, otherwise, it will have to come out from the outside.
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03-24-2014, 10:52 AM
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If this is that big of a deal to remove then it means it's been in there a looooong time.
How was tank ever drained?
I remove my anode rod almost every trip to drain tank.
I'd hate to see what you find if you get it removed.
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03-24-2014, 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by f1100turbo
If this is that big of a deal to remove then it means it's been in there a looooong time. How was tank ever drained?
I remove my anode rod almost every trip to drain tank. I'd hate to see what you find if you get it removed.
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Trailer is only 7 yrs old.
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03-24-2014, 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by OldCoot
Trailer is only 7 yrs old.
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And?
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03-24-2014, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by f1100turbo
If this is that big of a deal to remove then it means it's been in there a looooong time...
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Quote:
Originally Posted by f1100turbo
And?
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7 yrs on the anode, yes, but for the wh, no.
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03-24-2014, 11:28 AM
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I know I'm spending your money,but with the issues you're having with this WH and having to pull it out anyway,why not just go ahead and replace it?
Just my opinion.
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03-24-2014, 11:38 AM
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Repair first, replace later if repair fails. Maybe he should just replace the whole trailer? 
Some of us po' folk don't have unlimited funds.
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03-24-2014, 12:14 PM
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No room to pull it on the inside, it's coming out the exterior. I don't think it will be a problem to pull it. Just wanted to know for sure if the 2 screws had to come out. I'm going to pull it today. As far as buying a new one...it's an option. But only if this one can't be repaired. I have to take it out to find the leak anyway. I might as well see if it's repairable while it's out. Once I get the wh repaired/replaced I'm going to reseal the roof and that should get me going. The last owner obviously didn't take care of this thing like he should have. I knew that when I bought it and paid accordingly. I can't wait to get this thing on the road.
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03-24-2014, 12:16 PM
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Originally Posted by OldCoot
Repair first, replace later if repair fails. Maybe he should just replace the whole trailer?
Some of us po' folk don't have unlimited funds. |
And that statement is coming from a man who squeaks when he walks.....
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03-24-2014, 03:04 PM
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well...
New water heater coming right up. Minimal floor damage believe it or not.(That project will be on hold for a couple trips) Hopefully I can find a WH local here in Houston instead of having to wait for one shipped.
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03-24-2014, 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by dthack1881
New water heater coming right up. Minimal floor damage believe it or not.(That project will be on hold for a couple trips) Hopefully I can find a WH local here in Houston instead of having to wait for one shipped.
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If that's a 6 gallon up grade to a 10
I knew it wouldn't look good.
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03-24-2014, 03:16 PM
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Its the 6 gallon SW6DE. That's a good idea but will the 10 gallon fit?
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03-24-2014, 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by dthack1881
Its the 6 gallon SW6DE. That's a good idea but will the 10 gallon fit?
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Go to suburban and check specs.
I think there almost the same.
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03-24-2014, 03:28 PM
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I checked it out...It's not impossible but would require a lot of work to make it fit. I'm gonna stay with the 6 gallon for now.
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03-24-2014, 03:29 PM
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Quote:
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I checked it out...It's not impossible but would require a lot of work to make it fit. I'm gonna stay with the 6 gallon for now.
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Sounds good!
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03-24-2014, 03:32 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dthack1881
New water heater coming right up. Minimal floor damage believe it or not.(That project will be on hold for a couple trips) Hopefully I can find a WH local here in Houston instead of having to wait for one shipped.
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What a bucket of rust!
Glad you got lucky with the lack of floor damage.... 
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03-24-2014, 03:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dthack1881
New water heater coming right up. Minimal floor damage believe it or not.(That project will be on hold for a couple trips) Hopefully I can find a WH local here in Houston instead of having to wait for one shipped.
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Not bragging - but I told you so. 
It ain't bragging if it's the truth.
P.S. - ship the old WH to OC so he can tackle it for a challenge 
Sorry - I just had to say it. 
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