Recycling engine heat for hot water tank
I'm buying a short school bus and want to use engine heat for the water tank. Last post here is over 10 years old, quoted at bottom. I haven't decided if even gas or diesel, but likely will be a...
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There is nothing all that special about a RV Motor Aid water heater. I think they come in 6 gallon and 10 gallon sizes.
Here are install instructions Motor Aid Install
I have one in my RV. It's located in the rear corner, as far as you can get from the engine/heater core. It's just heater hose and Y's in the hot & return.
Now, your question about how much would a dealer charge you to install one. Quoting you a price for a vehicle you don't even own yet? That would be a little difficult. But expect to pay somewhere in the $700 - $800 range for the Motor Aid water heater.
Here are install instructions Motor Aid Install
I have one in my RV. It's located in the rear corner, as far as you can get from the engine/heater core. It's just heater hose and Y's in the hot & return.
Now, your question about how much would a dealer charge you to install one. Quoting you a price for a vehicle you don't even own yet? That would be a little difficult. But expect to pay somewhere in the $700 - $800 range for the Motor Aid water heater.
