Hot water and heating on a narrow boat

[mutley racers]

He he. That cylinder got taken out as.it was the old one that went with the prv. Don't worry mate, there will not be any explosions here. That's what all the questions are for.

Stove being fitted by boat owner. I am just doing the wet side. Looking at using a copper kettle as the feed and expansion tank. Seen em on you tube

 

[Welder]

FWIW millions of boats have solid fuel boilers

First, is there a proper electrical supply?

The reason I'm asking is cos if there isn't, and there is ANY chance of it working whilst the power is off, then it must be piped so you have an appropriate fall from the last rad (or coil) back to the boiler to guarantee appropriate flow. Frankly, that not particularly easy on a boat and neith is siting the F & E tank so there is an appropriate head.

Many have diesel water heaters and use a wood burner for heating. Personally, that would be my choice as its ultimately less problematic as well as safer and more reliable.