Sparky,

I believe that he knows that but is just in it for the argument.

In our area the Inspectors won't allow the second rod scenario unless it really is quite impossible to change the wire. Most areas here have gone to city water long ago. So the norm here would be older Metal Well casings/piping if any. Many times the GEC is still connected to the well and not the Water Main.

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Bill

Bill