anode out?

swtgran wrote:
Does anyone just leave their anode out? It seems like it would be better not to have that thing disintegrating in the tank.

No, I leave it in. The purpose of the anode is to protect the tank by sacrificing itself. I don't understand your thinking. Could you explain?

Thank you, just what we needed to know.

If you decide to leave it out when there is no water in tank, make sure you block the opening so insects do not explore your tank.

sch911 wrote:
You cannot! Without the anode rod it would be your tank disintegrating. Leave it in, and replace it when it corrodes.

Correct. Any time there is water in the tank, the anode must be installed.

You cannot! Without the anode rod it would be your tank disintegrating. Leave it in, and replace it when it corrodes.

I leave mine out over the winter when the trailer is winterized. The rest of the time it is in place.