[JohnMD]

Hi all,

I've been trying to get the existing anode out of my water heater. The last time I drained the system in the fall, tons of junk came out, so I am sure the rod is in bad shape. I can tell there is rust around the threads and periodic spraying with WD-40 and Liquid Wrench has yet to free up the anode rod. Other than continuing to periodically spray and trying as much force without breaking my socket wrench, the only other idea I have is to drill it out. Since it seems that this rod must have been in for a very long time and not replaced regularly by the previous owners, my other concern is discovering the condition of the threads once I finally succeed in removing the anode rod. Any suggestions or thoughts are appreciated.

John