"Ken" wrote in message
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wrote:
Do I need to take the trailer to HD to get a new water heater or can I
lay the box on its side in the bed of my truck? I have a fiberglass
topper and the heater is too tall to stand up.

The boxes say "This side up" and whatnot, but it's a water heater...
I'd like to save gas and just get the heater on the way home instead
of making a special trip.

I believe most have a glass lining that is more vulnerable on the sides.
Be careful however, and you should be OK.

they haven't made glass lines ones for many, many years. they use ceramics
instead, which is why you don't want to bounce them when on their side. you
don't want to flex them in any way.