Hot water
I have a 2007 Dutchman Denali. Ran out of propane while it was stored and the hot water tank took the bullet. I'm pretty sure I can get the tank repaired if I can figure out how to get it out of there...
Forum Discussion
Captain Obvious wrote:
If your water heater had an aluminum tank, it may be possible to have it welded. There is always someone advertising RV water heater tank repairs around here. I would first find out what kind of tank is in your heater and if the possibility exists for repair. No sense pulling the tank only to find out your effort was for naught.
It is my understanding that Atwoods have a glass lined tank that cannot be repaired, and suburbans have an aluminum tank (and anode rode) that can sometimes be repaired. I could be very wrong, or have things mixed up.
Got it backwards....
Atwood Aluminum Tank....if cracked can be welded
Suburban Glass-lined (that's why the anode rod).....if cracked---junk
To remove:
Disconnect water line connections on backside of tank
Disconnect 120V AC & 12V DC wiring (120V AC if electric option)
Disconnect propane line
Remove screws in outside frame
Pry caulking loose around frame
Pull entire unit out cut-out in side of RV
Then you have to remove the collars around the combustion & exhaust 'U' tube that holds tank to the external pan (you will need new collars for tank install)
