Water heater anode rod
My two year old Coachmen has a Suburban water heater. How long can I expect the anode rod to last? This is what the current rod looks like: When I replace it, should I get a magnesium rod, or...
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SidecarFlip wrote:
Don't substitute an aluminum rod for the magnesium OEM rod. Your Suburban water heater tank could get a hole in it if you do.
You have another season left on your rod. I'd get a spare just in case and don't forget to flush out your tank before reinstalling your old rod, the white stuff is sitting in the bottom of your hot water tank and needs flushed out.
Suburban supplies BOTH
Magnesium is OEM rod cause it provides the most protection BUT can react with microbes in water supply and give off a sulfur smell
Aluminum is OPTIONAL rod. Doesn't provide same level of protection as magnesium but is a good option when magnesium creates issues
Pros/cons for either
