djdawg wrote:
Ok you guys have me lost....lol. The only reason I was considering an on demand type of water heater (like those smaller Eccotemp type) is because mine is leaking...from the bottom. I'm assuming from rust.
So...first things first...can they be fixed? I'd like to do this the most economical way whether it's pressure tank or something that replaces the one I have now or ??
We were discussing fresh water tanks and pumps in the previous posts. The benefits and detriments of the two most common systems-pressurized steel tank and compressor or plastic tank and demand fresh water pump. Has little to do with water heaters, sorry.
As I posted, I would replace the leaking water heater with another 6 gallon tank type. Look on Ebay or Craigslist for a replacement. It is not cost effective to try and repair a leaking hot water heater if the tank has failed. You should look to see if the water is coming out of the pressure relief valve or tank drain before you pull it. The relief valve can be replaced.
