[Protech]

The tank finally went. Photovoltaic panel still works. Pump still works. Collectors still hold water and heat. Looks like crap but it still makes hot water even with the tank leaking. System was installed in 1980. I think it lasted so long because it's on unclorinated well water.

 

[Protech]

on second thought, the owner must have been mistaken about the date. the tag says 86 on it.

 

[GrumpyPlumber]

On a hunch...I suspect you're right, the tank might be gone...just a hunch.

 

[Proud Plumber]

On a hunch...I suspect you're right, the tank might be gone...just a hunch.

Always trust your gut.

 

[Protech]

I dunno, that's what the owner said but I'm still on the fence about it:laughing:

 

[Double-A]

Crapsmanship like that is hard to find these days.

I'm not sure I could bring my standards that level.

 

[user4]

Are you sure that it's not the upper element leaking?

Hate to junk a tank for something minor...

 

[Redwood]

Hate to junk a tank for something minor...

I agree!

I think its the packing on the blue brass valve that needs tightening...

 

[Protech]

Crapsmanship like that is hard to find these days.

I'm not sure I could bring my standards that level.

It was a solar contractor who installed the system, NOT a plumber.