Suburban Water Heater Anode Replacement

[@evanpalmerston445]

Very cool video. Workin' on my girlfriend's 96 Rexhall. She got it about 5 years ago with 26K on it but I don't think the previous owners did any of the type maintenance you demonstrate here ...on any of the features that require it. I'm a retired mechanic... I thought! But this rig is keepin' my chops well greased🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for the tips! Can always learn something new!

[@michaelgreskamp1093]

Really appreciate the video Todd! Excellent tutorial how to maintain the RV water tank!

[@javacup912]

Very good. Great video and well explained.

[@MrA1582000]

Thank you so much. Very clear instructions.

[@debjulmar]

Excellent video. One thing I do on screwing in anything as in the case of the anode rod is to turn the screw or rod counter clockwise and feel the threads catch. Then continue screwing it in. This will ensure the threads aren't cross threaded.

[@vicall67]

Every time I do that, someone over my shoulder tells me to turn the other way.

[@GG-mj8qp]

Excellent video!! Thanks!!!

[@marythursby4291]

Oh this was an amazing video I’m a single female and I could understand you very well you spoke slowly and understandably thank you

[@toddtt1]

Glad it was helpful!

[@barrylewis5606]

Very well done, and fortunately for me, the exact same WH I have.

[@toddtt1]

Thank you glad it helped.

[@thealpinefifthwheelguy318]

Another nice video Todd.

[@SS-up8ky]

Thanks Todd for the informative video. I cannot remove the anode rod from the surburban water heater. i put a lot of weight to wrench & socket but it will not budge. any suggestions?

[@wfdTamar]

Just bought a motorhome with an 11 year old Suburban. Pulled the anode - absolutely nothing on the steel pin core but rust! Possibly never been changed, certainly not for quite a few years. Lots of calcium buildup visible so I'll try filling the tank with vinegar and leaving for a long time (maybe 24 hours). So frustrating that people neglect simple maintenance and possibly ruin an A$1100 appliance.

[@vicall67]

Is it a standard fitting on all RVs? I just ordered the Camco Aluminum Rod. Are the threads on the water heater METAL or TEFLON? Can we use vinegar or CLR to help clean the threads with a stainless steel brush?

[@toddtt1]

Fittings are standard. The threads are all metal. Not sure about the vinegar or CLR but that should work.

[@albongo3949]

I have a well, you said you prefer magnesium, why?

[@christinewilson7617]

Old anode is really rusted in there. Any advice appreciated.

[@toddtt1]

I’d try spraying some PB Blaster on the threads and let that soak for 30 minutes. That stuff usually helps free up stuck metal. Good luck to you.

[@christinewilson7617]

@@toddtt1 thanks so much

[@richardrekowski2488]

Is there a size of anode to buy or are they all about the same size? We have a 2019 Geo Pro 19 bunk house. Thank you!

[@retrorich6991]

Thanks good info

[@SNHIPP]

PLEASE help. Right where you insert the anode rod, there is a metal clip or o'ring. Mine completely rusted out! I've searched the internet for that, but no luck. Anyone know where to get one?

[@toddtt1]

There shouldn't be an O'ring. The threads with Teflon tape should be what seals it up. I did not have a clip or O'ring. Best of luck!

[@SNHIPP]

@@toddtt1 The ring is on the water heater itself. You can see it in the video.

[@SNHIPP]

@@toddtt1 It looks like a metal retaining ring with notches. The one in the video looks new.

[@toddtt1]

@@SNHIPP ok I see what you're talking about. Perhaps give Suburban a call.

[@SNHIPP]

@@toddtt1 they said it's is available out there, but can't tell me where to find it. Thanks for replying anyhow!