On 2017-05-08 10:15 PM, Meanie wrote:
On 5/8/2017 9:20 PM, John Albert wrote:
Hello all -

My gas water heater failed today, livin' on cold water until I get it
replaced.

Current unit is an A.O. Smith 40 gallon, installed June 1999. Just shy
of 18 years old, so I guess I got my money's worth from this one.

I'll like to go for a 50 gallon unit this time if it will fit.
Browsing the net, looks like the 50 gallon "tall" units are 60" high
(by the posted specs).

Question:
Does this posted spec include the "bonnet" on top, as well, or just
the height of the tank itself?

I measured from the elbow of the vent pipe, I've got 64" clear from
the floor to the bottom of the elbow (which can't be relocated any
higher). Only leaves 4" to work within.

If that won't work, maybe I can get the shorter unit. But that's a
bigger diameter, and it could involve additional mounting work. I'll
have my plumber guy take a look before I commit to the larger capacity.

Questions:
I don't mind paying a little more for the 10-year warranty, IF you're
actually getting something for it.
Is the extra money worth it?
Or -- are you getting the same unit (no physical differences), but
just "paying up front" for the additional warranty period?

Why do you want a 50 gallon?

Yep, two people with a 40 gallon is just fine, perfect even.

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Froz....