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stevehull · 03-10-14, 09:11 PM

Servicetech,

I have had a Aquastar 170 VP for over 20 years and it is just superb! Have had to replace one thermocouple and had to adjust the pilot light a few times, but no biggie.

I agree with AC that these tankless units are clearly the way to go - BUT you must buy quality. With three kids it has paid for itself many, many times over.

Tank units just do not last more than about ten years (in my opinion). They are less efficient, have standing water temp loss, etc, etc, etc.

What am I missing?

Steve

03-10-14, 09:11 PM	#12
stevehull Steve Hull Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: hilly, tree covered Arcadia, OK USA Posts: 826 Thanks: 241 Thanked 165 Times in 123 Posts	Servicetech, I have had a Aquastar 170 VP for over 20 years and it is just superb! Have had to replace one thermocouple and had to adjust the pilot light a few times, but no biggie. I agree with AC that these tankless units are clearly the way to go - BUT you must buy quality. With three kids it has paid for itself many, many times over. Tank units just do not last more than about ten years (in my opinion). They are less efficient, have standing water temp loss, etc, etc, etc. What am I missing? Steve __________________ consulting on geothermal heating/cooling & rational energy use since 1990 Last edited by stevehull; 03-10-14 at 09:36 PM..