Tankless Hot Water Heater Options to Replace an Old G6A-6E Water Heater

Updated 08/08/2022 | Published 08/04/2022

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Excel RV Tankless Water Heater - Gas - Electric Ignition - Vent Free - 38,000 Btu

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Camco RV Water Heater Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve - 1/2" Valve w/ 4" Probe

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Question:

Im replacing an old motel G6A-6E water heater in my 1990 fleetwood southwind. I want to purchase something that is tankless. What are my options? If I get one that requires electric hook ups will i need to run a new breaker for the water heater. There currently isnt one.

asked by: Heather D

Expert Reply:

Tankless is definitely the route to go for a replacement water heater. This allows you to have hot water on demand and the RV industry is moving in this direction.

If you use the Excel RV Tankless Water Heater # EX93FR (38,00 Btu), then there is no need to run any electric. This water heater gets its power from 2 D-batteries.

If you went with either the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater # FR98SR (60,000 Btu) or the Fogatti RV Tankless Water Heater # LSB44FR (41,800 Btu), (needs the # CAM10423 for installation) then you would need to run a line with an inline fuse as noted in installation instructions. There would be no need for a new breaker, because these systems run off of 12v.

The best option for you will depend on your hot water usage, the more you use then the more a larger system will benefit you. I have included some product review video's of these water heaters for you to check out.

It is recommended that water heaters are installed by a qualified technician.