arknoah

Our problem this year was that the rod wouldn't come out, and I didn't want to force it.  When I took the trailer to get it winterized, they had the right tool and socket to take it out easily.  We decided to get a new rod even though it wasn't completely done because of the low cost and to offer maximum protection next season in case we encounter really bad water in our travels that eats away at the rod.  It seems like a really small investment for that purpose.  

Thanks for the maintenance suggestion about every three months -- its good to have a standard to use.

F. J. & Ellen