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Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 08-01-2019, 08:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Hi John- All the wiring in question is at...

Hi John-

All the wiring in question is at the water heater. Since I de-installed it there is no power in the camper,
so I believe there is a relay/junction in the 12v wiring that literally...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-31-2019, 12:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
No burned carpet and I didn’t know that was the...

No burned carpet and I didn’t know that was the fabrication process! Yes, I’m with you on this now. It’s left over debris from self tappers.

So I listed the tank on eBay in hopes of selling it...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-30-2019, 02:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
John- Also, forgot to mention I believe your...

John-

Also, forgot to mention I believe your opinion about the weld on the back of the tank being factory, but I cannot for the life of me explain all the welding flux (material beads at any rate,...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-30-2019, 02:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Slow Going

John & All-

So, anhosefittings.com sells a 16AN threaded aluminum bung specifically for tig welding. It cost just under $6, is on its way. A new same-fit electric water heater element to replace...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-23-2019, 07:33 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Shoot, I finally see it — you’re right. I had...

Shoot, I finally see it — you’re right. I had blinders on. I see the port you’re mentioning right where the burner line sets in the front.

Question- How about the tig welder just patched that so...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-23-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Hey John- Yeah, I heavily used the internet...

Hey John-

Yeah, I heavily used the internet to confirm my parts once I had the model correct, but in this case the exact model wasn’t evident from just the tag on the outside. Should have gone...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-22-2019, 02:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
John- Yeah, the new tank does not have a...

John-

Yeah, the new tank does not have a port on the back for the electric element, etc. sheesh. And now I’m aware there will be a plumbing issue on the front.

Any idea what’s the correct...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 07-22-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Ok, finally getting this water heater tore apart...

Ok, finally getting this water heater tore apart and there’s a problem — it has some after-market welding.

Any ideas? Can I eliminate this component? I am unsure if this is an electric heater...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-20-2019, 04:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Well, I recall the previous owner demonstrating...

Well, I recall the previous owner demonstrating the water for me and having some issues with the water system including the pex piping falling apart (breaking) above the Power Center and shorting out...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-20-2019, 01:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
That's what I thought. Thanks! Got a good...

That's what I thought. Thanks!

Got a good part number?
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-20-2019, 12:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
I just found this...

I just found this (https://www.kmkai.com/index.php?main_page=shopping_cart&zenid=jib1rr47drqklkipfaevt0gvh4), researching black potted board. $75 after Shipping and Handling for my water heater. If...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-20-2019, 12:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
NO kidding? What exactly is black potted board,...

NO kidding? What exactly is black potted board, the electronic board?

I saw some tune-up kits that sold things like new boards, etc. It seemed pretty easy to manage and retrofit. Is $100 just...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-20-2019, 08:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Exclamation Tank Is Cracked upon good Inspection and Release of Water

Hi All-

Update from an Inspection.

I checked it out, the tank is indeed cracked where the water was running out. Going to buy a new tank once I can confirm I have the right part number, but it...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-19-2019, 06:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Question Hey John- Well, the heater fired up when I...

Hey John-

Well, the heater fired up when I did that quick test, so I'm pretty happy with that. I "think" the tank is cracked, will confirm soonest so I can make a decision on what to order, but I...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-19-2019, 05:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
The water heater (a furnace for water) does have...

The water heater (a furnace for water) does have something to do with it. I might have misstyped, but I thought it was clear from everything I'm doing that I was concerned with leak checks, water...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-17-2019, 06:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
So, I've got a new tank price around $140-$180...

So, I've got a new tank price around $140-$180 from various online sources and then I'd just have to retrofit all the components (and maybe a new pressure relief valve) into the tank.

So, do I...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-17-2019, 12:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Yeah, that's what I'm worried. I thought the...

Yeah, that's what I'm worried. I thought the water was out (new to RV ownership 4 years ago, not as handy at that time too). But I'm guessing that nut on the left side opens the tank and dumps...
Forum: Repairs and Maintenance 05-17-2019, 10:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,024
Posted By Kaajot
Post Air Pressure Test for Water System (Failed at Water Heater Over Pressurization Valve)

Hi all-

So, I've patched up two pex tubes to the shower that had become disconnected and broken with new hardware, so my next test was to pressurize the water system with an air compressor and see...
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