Fresh Water Tanks

[Michael]

I did end up getting a replacement water heater from Dupree Products
that very much resembles the original one. And I found a tank from
Plastic-Mart that will fit in the original location without
modifications for a very decent price. Ocean Link had tanks for over
$400 while this one was only $121, both are spun tanks. I dropped
the modification idea due to time (trip coming up)and not really
gaining a lot using the existing tanks found. This one is 55 gal so
it is just a few gallons smaller. However, it does have a cut-out
that will allow for better room while plumbing. The original was so
tight I had problems getting it apart much less putting it back to
gether.

Michael


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "michaelhohnstein"
<MHOHNSTEIN@...> wrote:
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan Carr"
>
>
> The archives detail the marine types of direct replacement water
> heaters on the market. We have found that the engine heated
feature
> takes care of ALL hot water needs when traveling and the electric
> function is equally good when parked. Replacement water containers
> can be located by Googeling the subject.
> We have found that less trouble will be encountered by using the on
> board water tank and water pump system exclusively and using city
> water sources to fill the tank. Greatly reduces the stress
> on 'vintage' plumbing. Once you take a good look at the 'as
designed'
> water system, it's hard to improve on. On the other hand, there is
> much that can be done to improve the DC electrical service. Adding
> battery capacity and a inverter charger are top of the list
> improvements.
> MH
>
>
>
> wrote:
> >
> > Mike,
> >
> > If you can't find the a tank to fit, you might consider two tanks
> with
> > overflow from tank 1 to tank 2 for filling and both feeding into
> the
> > water system. That is what is under the bed in our 82 PT40.
Don't
> > know if it is original or a creative replacement.
> >
> > Dan Carr
> > 82PT40 6V
> > Columbiana, OH
> > Waiting on parts to fix my sporlan fill valve and dump valves.
> > Luckily one stop shopping compliments of Dupree Products.
> >
> > --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Michael" <mike.putz@>
> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hello All.. just picked up a 78FC35 and found the fresh water
> tank bad
> > > and water heater shot. I'm thinking about replacing the small
> water
> > > heater under the bed with an electric tankless type, has anyone
> tried
> > > this? If this would work I could replace the original fresh
> water tank
> > > with a larger one as I haven't found a stock replacement
> anywhere.
> > >
> > > Michael
> > >
> >
>