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flyingjack · 07-26-2021, 09:48 AM

Thanks guys for the quick response. Bought our Mountaineer new in 2013 and lived in RV while working western TX for first 6-7yrs. Had to replace anode sometimes every 3-4 months; sometimes every 8 months. Different water wells, different minerals. BUT, I didn't know about the smell issue; so thanks very much for that tip. I always keep a spare in 5er so I'll drain; maybe even run some vinegar through heater- redrain and install new anode. BTW; retired 3 yrs ago so 5er not getting the use it got when we more or less full-timed so water heater tank sits with water for longer periods of time. We drain fresh water tank when not in use but we seldom fill it as we're 90% using city fresh water at RV parks= very little boondocking.
Thanks again
Jack

07-26-2021, 09:48 AM	#13
flyingjack Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Erie Posts: 145	Thanks guys for the quick response. Bought our Mountaineer new in 2013 and lived in RV while working western TX for first 6-7yrs. Had to replace anode sometimes every 3-4 months; sometimes every 8 months. Different water wells, different minerals. BUT, I didn't know about the smell issue; so thanks very much for that tip. I always keep a spare in 5er so I'll drain; maybe even run some vinegar through heater- redrain and install new anode. BTW; retired 3 yrs ago so 5er not getting the use it got when we more or less full-timed so water heater tank sits with water for longer periods of time. We drain fresh water tank when not in use but we seldom fill it as we're 90% using city fresh water at RV parks= very little boondocking. Thanks again Jack