Hi everyone,
Just thought I'd post an update and let you all know the part I ordered, and finally got today works!
We've got hot water and so my wife, 5 kids and I thank you all for the prompt and accurate replies.
I thought I'd upload a few photos showing what we've got going on now. It wasn't as daunting of a task as I originally built it up to be.
Here's a flash-back to the old non-working system.
Fieyorrrrrr!
The original bracket did the trick, with some careful manipulation with a pipe wrench.
Slightly different angle showing the finished product.
Installation instructions showing how it recommended installing the valve body sideways.
Close-up showing the sideways installation and the new bright yellow gas rated tape.
Moar bright yellow tape.
A couple things I did while installing:
* Bent the original mounting bracket to make sure there was room for the new valve.
* Bent the input pipe a bit with my hand to make sure it wasn't putting too much strain on the new valve body.
* Clean off the threads of the pipe connectors with a wire brush and make sure to dig all the old tape out with my pocket knife. They looked like new when I was done... Very satisfying.
* Blew out the orifice that attached to the out-flow side of the valve. I looked through it and there was a bunch of scum inside, once I blew it out it was much larger.
* Test the pipe connections with soapy water before kicking everything on to make sure there are no leaks.
Thank you all again for the help and suggestions. If there is anything you see in the pictures or notes above that is incorrect, feel free to let me know :D
Christopher
