[Baz]

Thanks again for the additional thoughts, input, and especially the humor!

Love this place!

Project is on hold until I figure out plan for electrical. Turns out the larger 60 amp breaker will not fit in the current spot for my existing water heater circuit (30 amp). It's too wide and I don't have any openings left in the panel.

Now considering adding a sub-panel right next to it.

It would involve moving a few circuits over to the sub-panel to make room for sub-panel breaker as well as a new 60 amp breaker for the new water heater.

Good friend of mine here is an electrician so I will consult with him before making any final plans.

Will keep the thread updated.

Yes...I realize it would be easier at this point just to replace the water heater with the same one I currently have. But I really like the idea or doing away with the water tank, if possible. I didn't mention this before but my water closet sits right in the middle of my home. If it were out in the garage it would be better, but it's not, so like I said I like getting away from the big tank, if possible.

Thanks again for all the interest!