I'm replacing my Anode, and I had to work pretty hard to remove the anode (alternating between tightening and loosening as well as penetrating oil).I know if I wrap the threads in teflon tape, there's a good chance, it'll isolate the rod and that will defeat the reason to have the Anode in the first place.Can I use Anti Seize on the threads to insure the next time I take it out it'll be easier to remove and still maintain the connection between the anode and the body of the water heater?Thanks in advance and Merry Xmas to all!!!Josh

Wrapping the threads in teflon tape won't interfere with the way the anode rod works, because it will shred and there will still be metal to metal contact. I use anti-seize, but teflon tape works well. Teflon tape will make it seal a bit better, and anti-seize will help insure you can get the darned thing out again. :)

Thanks Howard!!!!Looks like I'll be double dipping today.josh

fj12ryder above is correct...Use a couple of wraps of Teflon tape. Has worked for me over the course of 5 different trailers.

Rector seal 5 BEST stuff to use. I use it on threaded plumbing AND 3000 psi hydraulic jack threads. NEVER had a leak in 25 years and does not seize the threads. Doughttps://www.sears.com/rectorseal-no-5-pipe-thread-sealant/p-009VA92867312P?sid=IDx20141028xBingPLA&sid=IDx20141028xBingPLAx272383375&utm_campaign=&utm_group=1191871020978242-{creative}&utm_term=pla-4578091564185289&msclkid=9b12a3ed66ac10520ca4ffcc7b5736eb

I would (and do) use teflon tape. Never leaked and easy to remove and reseal next time.

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fj12ryder
Explorer III
Dec 24, 2018
Wrapping the threads in teflon tape won't interfere with the way the anode rod works, because it will shred and there will still be metal to metal contact. I use anti-seize, but teflon tape works well. Teflon tape will make it seal a bit better, and anti-seize will help insure you can get the darned thing out again. :)
jodeb720
Explorer
Dec 24, 2018
Thanks Howard!!!!

Looks like I'll be double dipping today.

josh
downtheroad
Explorer
Dec 24, 2018
fj12ryder above is correct...
Use a couple of wraps of Teflon tape. Has worked for me over the course of 5 different trailers.
dougrainer
Nomad
Dec 24, 2018
Rector seal 5 BEST stuff to use. I use it on threaded plumbing AND 3000 psi hydraulic jack threads. NEVER had a leak in 25 years and does not seize the threads. Doug

https://www.sears.com/rectorseal-no-5-pipe-thread-sealant/p-009VA92867312P?sid=IDx20141028xBingPLA&sid=IDx20141028xBingPLAx272383375&utm_campaign=&utm_group=1191871020978242-{creative}&utm_term=pla-4578091564185289&msclkid=9b12a3ed66ac10520ca4ffcc7b5736eb
ScottG
Nomad
Dec 24, 2018
I would (and do) use teflon tape. Never leaked and easy to remove and reseal next time.
donn0128
Explorer II
Dec 24, 2018
Antisieze is more than likely not good foe your health. Teflon tape is the preferred product.
enblethen
Nomad
Dec 24, 2018
Make sure you clean the tank threads good. May want to use a steel nipple to chase the threads.
White teflon tape, with only a couple layers.
midnightsadie
Explorer II
Dec 24, 2018
and it don,t need to be gorilla tight. just good and snug.
wgriswold
Explorer
Dec 24, 2018
I use several wraps of teflon tape and have tested the connection between the rod and the tank with a volt meter. No problem.
MEXICOWANDERER
Explorer
Dec 24, 2018
Anodic Cathodic action works using water as the electrolyte medium or perhaps it is supposed to function somehow in a glass lined tank?