Use or replace?
Almost replaced (ran out of time) the anode rod tonight on new to me TM ahead of maiden voyage next weekend (obvious now PO never changed) and found small leak at back of water heater that appears to have been present for some time based on assessment of floor. Now looking at amount of rust at water supply lines and anode, does this water heater look like a definite goner or is it possible the leak is just at the anode rod and this rust is just surface rust and normal ?
If I need to replace the entire water heater, what is my risk in using it 1x during maiden voyage (next week) with a small leak?
If high, will have to head out on maiden trip with no hot water, but willing to use it with small risk and be vigilant and have a bucket staged, just no idea how bad it could get? Appreciate any thoughts ?
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