At 23:19 5/04/99 -0400, paul banks wrote:
>How many listmembers out there actually drink the water from the fresh
water tank? I flush mine out every year with a water and bleach solution.
However, I am still leary of drinking the water directly from the tank
because I don't trust that it doesn't have some debilitating bacteria
growing in the system. I just use the water just for coffee and for the
dishes.

I haven't thus far but wouldn't hesitate to drink it.  We keep our water
tank full year round in case we have an earthquake or other disaster.  Our
Westy plays an important role in our disaster planning.  I drain and refill
the water regularly and do the bleach/baking soda wash once a year.

Kelly Bauman
Delta, BC
'91 Westy