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09-04-2007, 05:58 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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WATER HEATER HELL
Ok who has had their water heater replaced? We arrived at the lake and I noticed some dripping a little while later. I lowered the belly enough to look up and see water coming at a good pace from the floor. I was convinced it was a water line dripping until I ripped the cabinet apart and there was no water spraying from the lines. I turned off the water to the water heater and the dripping stopped. I turned the supply back on and it is flowing faster from the bottom of the trailer.
So anyway with all of that said...
Has any owner of a 3000RK or 330RKBS had their water heater replaced at the dealer? I know the heater is going to cost around $450.00 but I am looking for more of the labor time for replacement. I think 2 years is a little soon for this type of problem to be showing up.
TIA
Phil
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09-04-2007, 08:05 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Lone Tree
Posts: 5,615
M.O.C. #6109
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Okie - it's really unusual to have to replace the tank after 2 years and would be curious to find out what the problem ends up being. I remember you were having a little trouble winterizing last fall - and it was a little late -
http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/...ms=,antifreeze
It might been damaged by freeze and just now broke. Let us know.
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09-05-2007, 02:48 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Spring Hill
Posts: 2,725
M.O.C. #59
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Phil,
Just make sure it is not the safety valve on the heater. Sometimes dripping water can fool you. Mine uses a standard safety valve that you can purchase at Home Depot for less that 10 buncks. You can see the valve by just opening the outside door.
Just a thought.
Tom
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09-05-2007, 04:38 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Bonita Springs
Posts: 1,943
M.O.C. #6977
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I have a 3000rk and there is no way i would spend 450.00 for a water heater that heats 12 gals look at dif places but not cw there has to be something better and cheeper ,, the heater in your house at best is 100.00 plus install so whats the big deal .. buy a elect heater that is on 110 and run it that way .. i never use gas on mine anyway so why have it john
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09-06-2007, 07:33 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: _
Posts: 5,238
M.O.C. #6337
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We love the ability to use propane OR electric, OR both on our water heater.
When we get to some parks, we find that they may have 20 or 30 AMP service. We turn off the electric and use the propane only.
Love being able to use the water heater as our needs demand.
Water, cannot live without it, but it becomes the enemy when it leaks!
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09-06-2007, 03:00 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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You have that right Carol!
I have had a couple of days to cool down now(pun intended) so things look better. The trailer may still have a leak but I will get it to the shop next week. The extended warranty probably won't cover the repairs but that's ok. The problem will be repaired. It simply isn't worth getting worked up over. Stuff happens. Sometimes little kinks in life keep get me so side tracked I forget to stop and enjoy the little moments. Festering over the water problem all last weekend was not healthy. Looking back now it will probably be one of the more memorable trips.
With that said...I am still not a fan of the leak.
Happy Camping!
Phil
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09-06-2007, 03:21 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Wappingers Falls
Posts: 1,303
M.O.C. #6263
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Anyway agree with Carol. John's right $450.00 is high, should be had for like $300.00 and if you DIY the removal/install saves on labor cost, unless your not handy?
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09-06-2007, 03:26 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Lone Tree
Posts: 5,615
M.O.C. #6109
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On the bright side - that's sure a good looking Dodge in your sig pic!
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09-13-2007, 05:46 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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UPDATE:
The dealer can't get to my unit until Monday so I will have an update next week. He said they are going to have it back to me by next Friday. I am not holding my breath because last time they told me that and it took 3 weeks.
ON THE FLIP SIDE:
I LOVE the new Dodge. I never imagined I could have this much power. I would like to see Dodge make the back seat a little bigger. The bench would be perfect if they could make it about 6" deeper.
See you down the road!
Phil
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09-14-2007, 04:44 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: merced
Posts: 983
M.O.C. #6171
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It is an easy do it your self project. Did it on my last trailer after ten years, a lot less than $450, w/ electric and gas. Try PPL RV
You need to check all the conections first.
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09-14-2007, 10:13 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 707
M.O.C. #6958
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Mike and Karen,
Great Pic!
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Bill and Lisa Rearick
2023 Grand Design Reflection 367BHS
2020 GMC SIERRA 2500 Denali, 8 ft bed, SRW, Duramax Diesel w/10 speed Alison Transmission.
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10-02-2007, 05:58 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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When I took my trailer to the shop the service manager laughed at me after I said the water heater was out. Well the joke is on him. Today he called he told me the water heater is leaking when the water heats up and pressure is on the tank. He said the welds were not good and water shoots out of a couple of holes the size of a needle when it pressures up.
Now if my extended warranty will pay for it without hastling me I will be a happy camper. literally.
Happy Camping!
Phil
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10-03-2007, 12:16 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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I assume you have already checked on the water heater warranty???Don't forget to get pre approval from your extended warranty company IF you have to use it..
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10-03-2007, 03:41 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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Rich I talked to the service guy again today. He told me the warranty company approved the repair and the tank is being shipped overnight. I should have Miss Monty back by Friday. Thank goodness because 3 weeks at the shop for the second time this summer is making me a little uneasy. After this latest maintance issue it may be time to consider trading up.
Happy Camping!
Phil
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10-13-2007, 09:38 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Oceanside
Posts: 20,028
M.O.C. #20
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Okie Guy
UPDATE:
ON THE FLIP SIDE:
I LOVE the new Dodge. I never imagined I could have this much power. I would like to see Dodge make the back seat a little bigger. The bench would be perfect if they could make it about 6" deeper.
See you down the road!
Phil
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Okie guy, they did! See my signature picture! And I agree about the power. It's amazing the hills it pulls at a low rpm and holding speed.
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10-13-2007, 11:20 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Olahoma City
Posts: 1,219
M.O.C. #6054
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I have Miss Monty back and the water heater works well. The cabinet reinstall job leaves something to be desired. I will post some pictures later.
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10-13-2007, 11:28 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: St Johns
Posts: 434
M.O.C. #7691
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Funny story. I winterized my MH one year and forgot to drain the WH. When I filled the system the next year, "wow" water everywhere. Took it out and had it welded for $30. Went on my honeymoon (new wife) and while in Niagara Falls, boom, it split the weld. The new one (Atwood 6 gal propane) cost me a few bucks off $1000(C). I put it in myself. What I learned was RV parts are expensive and to get my system winterized by a dealer. He may make mistakes but then he is responsible.
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