Anode Rod

[Bill Tattersall]

Anybody have any thoughts on getting this out of a hot water heater. 1 1/16 wrench. Tried an impact wrench, no go. Tried a breaker bar with extension and only succeeded in moving the entire heater. Soaked with Kroil for a week, and tried impact wrench again, no go. Maybe a bigger impact wrench or an induction heater? Can't use a torch because of the foam insulation.

 

[ss55]

Anybody have any thoughts on getting this out of a hot water heater. 1 1/16 wrench. Tried an impact wrench, no go. Tried a breaker bar with extension and only succeeded in moving the entire heater. Soaked with Kroil for a week, and tried impact wrench again, no go. Maybe a bigger impact wrench or an induction heater? Can't use a torch because of the foam insulation.

How old is the water heater?

 

[Bill Tattersall]

How old is the water heater?

2 years

 

[Bill Tattersall]

2 years

 

[Bill Tattersall]

How old is the water heater?

I have done practically everything suggested to no avail. It has been my practice to change these along with the flush about every 2 years and they are always very eaten away. I am down to trying an induction heater or doing nothing. Many thanks to all the responders.