Anode rod 3790rd

[Gunner8811]

Hi there, can anyone tell me what size socket is needed for the anode rod and also what size of pipe tap is needed to clean up the threads on the tank heater.

[BB_TX]

Socket size is 1 1/16”.
Tap is 3/4”-14.

[Bourbon County]

Be extremely cautious if you're using a pipe tap to clean the threads up. It's pretty easy to run it in too far and cut the threads out so much it will leak. If it's just old pipe dope/tape and light rust you're cleaning out, try one of these first.

https://www.amazon.com/EZ-Flo-553784...61&sr=8-5&th=1

They also make some that you can chuck in a battery drill. This is much safer and much cheaper.

[BB_TX]

I agree with BC. You don’t want to cut the threads any further. Just snug the tap in and out a few times to clean the surface of the threads.

[Gunner8811]

Thanks guys!!

[432bartman]

And most of all relieve the water heater of pressure and open the top valve before removing your anode...........I forgot 1 time and I got water, and white anode matrerial all over me........

[drsnook]

I would like to add, the tap is a 3/4-14 NPT