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Can I use this tank?

Dave_49
Dave_49 Member Posts: 19
in THE MAIN WALL
I have an old 115 gal water heater that was used as a storae tank for a solar hot water system. I was going to use it in the same application, but have relized that the glass lining is in bad shape. I do however, need a buffer tank on my heating system and was thinking that if the tank is used in a closed system it would not rust. I am wondering if anyone thinks this will be a problem. I hate to trash the tank if I can use it.

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  • Brad White_203
    Brad White_203 Member Posts: 506
    Why Risk It?

    If the lining is in bad shape, that is all I need to know about that tank.

    Even if 150 PSI rated when new, knowing what you know, all bets are off. I would not store air in that tank, lest someone else find it and put it to an inadvisable use.

    Remember, Nature sides with the Hidden Flaw.

    My $0.02

    Brad
  • Big Ed_4
    Big Ed_4 Member Posts: 3,126
    I would not....

    ... For the reason for doing double work. How much would you save? Liner material flowing around causing havoc ?

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