Anode Rod

[RichPal]

How do I remove the Anode Rod in my Suburban Water Heater that is frozen in. i've soaked it for several hours in brreak free with no movement. HELP!!

["007"]

I use a socket wrench with the help of a bar if need be and just apply a steady pressure.
You may tape plug gently to help loosen, someone must have over tightened.
Should not use thread tape rod will not work correctly.

[RichPal]

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Originally Posted by "007" I use a socket wrench with the help of a bar if need be and just apply a steady pressure. You may tape plug gently to help loosen, someone must have over tightened. Should not use thread tape rod will not work correctly.

After using 'break free', vibrating the head, and replacing the 18" breaker bar with a 3 ft pipe it came out. Thanks for the help

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[JC2]

Richard:

If you have access to a small propane torch or heat gun I would apply heat to the plug for about 3-5 minutes then see if it will break loose. Don't know if the stuff you've already sprayed on is flammable but you might wipe the plug down before using the torch. I'm not familiar with the product you've used so far but most products like that want you to tap the plug several times with a hammer after applying as the vibration supposedly helps to break the rust/corrusion. I would personally go the small propane torch route about 3-5 minutes.

[Elkhartjim]

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Originally Posted by RichPal After using 'break free', vibrating the head, and replacing the 18" breaker bar with a 3 ft pipe it came out. Thanks for the help Sent from my iPhone using iRV2 Forum

Wimp!!!! 3ft cheater? Did Mary finally rescue you?

[RichPal]

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Originally Posted by Elkhartjim Wimp!!!! 3ft cheater? Did Mary finally rescue you?

Yes Mary helped me. Held my beer, brought me another one and let me know that my feet were getting wet as the rod came out.

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