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Old 05-10-2013, 10:48 AM   #7
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Originally Posted by diugo View Post
I skipped the teflon thing altogether. No leaks and no problem removing the old anode after 16 months.
You were very lucky. For the additional 3 cents worth of teflon tape, why risk potentially destroying the anode fitting in the water heater tank? If you ever do have corrosion problems and twist off that fitting, you're looking at at least $500 in repairs to replace it.
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