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    Nov 10, 2012, 12:13 PM
    I have a Burnham V84SL steam boiler, can I switch this to use hot water instead?
    I have Burnham V84SL steam boiler and I ma hoping to try to switch to a hot water base board heat in my house. Can I switch this boiler to hot water or do I need to buy a new one?
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    Nov 10, 2012, 12:50 PM
    You will need a new boiler and some extensive repiping, etc.
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