We just bought a 2010 Grey Wolf 28BH. We love it so far, Haven't gotten to take it out yet though.
It had everything we wanted on the lot except it had a gas only hot water heater. We had them install an aftermarket Electric option at no cost (we were going to order a new one instead with everything). All seemed well.
Here's my question.
FIL has been camping god knows how long has had his 5th wheel since the 90's. I value his opinion and advice greatly but I'm sure technology has leaped since the 90's.
What he's saying: I need to drain the water heater if we're going to be leaving the camper sit more than a wee or so with using it.
What the dealer service group is saying: I'll only need to drain the tank once a year when we go to winterize it.
The after market electric element was installed through the factory drain hole. So to drain it I would need to remove the element. Not a big deal if it only needs done once a year, but if I'm doing it at the end of every trip, I'm just asking for a leak at some point.
Other concern my father brought up was "where is the annode". The dealer service said the new "Hotrods" they use has the annode as part of the element. They are replaced as one unit, but I shouldn't have to for the life of the camper.
I'd like some opinions from someone A) not working for the dealership
and B) not necessarily stuck in the old school methods. Not that there is anything wrong with old school but sometimes, it's just out of date and doesn't apply anymore.
