I've found a cheap used Maxim m175 ($2800 with two circ pumps + a heat exchanger), and I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on it ... but I have very little time to decide. A few questions:
- I *think* this is a good price. Is it _actually_ a good price? It's 5 years old.
- When the guy decommissioned it, he slid it up skids onto his trailer. Is this likely to have damaged it? (I couldn't see underneath, but there was no visible damage to the outside of the machine).
- This is the most important ... has CB made any significant changes to the design in the last 6 years where I should buy upgrade parts to replace the originals (specifically I'm thinking of burn-back or other serious problems) ... dude stated that he already installed a stainless burn chamber and aerator.
- How close to the house is it safe to put a Maxim? I've seen pics where they're literally right next to the structure. I was thinking 3.5' (insurance company requirement is 3') ... is that safe?
- I *think* this is a good price. Is it _actually_ a good price? It's 5 years old.
- When the guy decommissioned it, he slid it up skids onto his trailer. Is this likely to have damaged it? (I couldn't see underneath, but there was no visible damage to the outside of the machine).
- This is the most important ... has CB made any significant changes to the design in the last 6 years where I should buy upgrade parts to replace the originals (specifically I'm thinking of burn-back or other serious problems) ... dude stated that he already installed a stainless burn chamber and aerator.
- How close to the house is it safe to put a Maxim? I've seen pics where they're literally right next to the structure. I was thinking 3.5' (insurance company requirement is 3') ... is that safe?