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• Replacement Anode Rod For A Suburban 6 Gallon RV Waters Heater
  Hi Kathi, Now that I know you have a Suburban 6 gallon I was able to determine that you'll indeed need a 3/4" diameter anode rod # CAM11563 instead of the 1/2" diameter anode rod # CAM11593 that you purchased.
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• What Anode Rod do I Need for My Water Heater in My Crossroads Zinger 2018 280bh?
  Hello Michele, I believe I’ve found the correct part for you! Unfortunately, we don’t have access to a database that tells us exactly what components are installed in each camper, though I sure wish we did, it would make my job a whole lot easier! Based on my research, the 2018 Crossroads Zinger 280BH typically comes with a 10-gallon Atwood water heater. If that’s the case, you’ll want the Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod - Magnesium - 1/2" Diameter x 9-1/2" Long # CAM11593. I’d recommend...
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• Recommended Anode Rod For RV Water Heater Based On Material
  Both metals help to protect your tank. There are only a few people that have a preference and it is normally based on aluminium being lower on the Galvanic Scale than magnesium so it produces less driving current between the anode and cathode (tank). They believe that this means aluminum doesn't do as good a job protecting the tank sides as well as magneisum. You will find that plumbers will use either one on home or RV systems. My recommendation is to go with the mangesium anode like...
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• How to Choose a Replacement Anode Rod for RV Water Heater
  Hi Ben, What anode rod you'll need is determined by what water heater you have. Unfortunately, I'm not able to tell by the year, make and model of your camper what water heater was installed in it. You'll need to check to see if there's any branding and a serial number on it to determine what it is. Or you can call the manufacturer with your trailer VIN and they should have a list of everything that was installed in the camper. The anode rods that we currently carry are listed below:...
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• Is an Anode Rod Necessary for RV Water Heater
  I definitely recommend adding an anode rod to your water heater if one is not already present. An anode rod can drastically extend the life of your water heater by attracting corrosive elements, protecting the tank from corrosion. We do have a nice selection of anode rods available, for which I have provided a link. If you can tell me the brand and capacity of your water heater, I will be happy to recommend an anode rod that should work well. For example, the Camco RV Water Heater Anode...
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• Replacement Anode Rod Options For a RV Water Heater
  The correct Anode Rod is going to be determined by what water heater you have. Unfortunately, your motorhome information does not tell me what water heater you have. The rod that you were looking at, Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod # CAM11563 works with Suburban (Mor-Flo) heaters. I have listed out the other Anode Rods that we have available below, along with the water heaters they work with. - Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod # CAM11593 (Fits 10-gallon Atwood heaters) - Camco RV Water...
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• Camco Aluminum vs. Magnesium Hot Water Anode Rod
  The difference is aluminum hot water anode rods do not corrode as fast as magnesium because aluminum corrodes slower. Between the Camco hot water anode rods we carry, there is a size difference in the diameter, and the correct one depends on the hot water heater you have: - 10-gallon Atwood: Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod - Magnesium - 1/2" Diameter x 9-1/2" Long # CAM11593 - Suburban (Mor-Flo): Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod - Aluminum - 3/4" Diameter x 9-1/2" Long # CAM11563
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• Replacement Hot Water Heater Anode Rod for a Suburban Brand Water Heater
  Camco hot water heater anode # CAM11593 is designed for 10 gallon Atwood heaters. Since you have a Suburban you should be able to use # CAM11563 which is for Suburban (Mor-Flo) heaters.
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• Replacement Anode Rod Recommendation for 10 Gallon Atwood Water Heater
  For a 10 gallon Atwood water heater like what you have the correct replacement anode rod is the part # CAM11593. The water heater does not need to come out either as it would be accessible from the outside of the RV.
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• Replacement Anode Rod For An RV Water Heater In A Grand Design Transcend Travel Trailer 265BH
  Hi Kathi, Anode rods are sacrificial hunks of metal that are designed to deteriorate so that the metal of the tank won't. A bit more length for the rod would just mean that this new anode rod would last longer. Most RV water heaters require an anode rid with a 3/4" NPT thread size so you'll want to measure the opening to see if the 1/2" # CAM11593 would be a compatible fit. When you open the door there should be a few stickers with some information about the water heater and the model...
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• Re-taping Threads on the Inside of Water Heater to Fit Anode Rod
  Before you consider re-tapping the threads, re-check to make sure you have the right sized Anode Rod. I reached out to my contact at Suburban and they advised me that your water heater has a 3/4" NPT (National Pipe Threading) and it has 12 threads inch. After you have confirmed that you have the correct sized Anode Rod which is # CAM11563 and it still will not screw in, it is okay to retap the threads on the inside.
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• Replacement Anode for Suburban RV Water Heater
  It is possible that there could be some corrosion or even simply some built-up sediment within the threads of your water heater that is making it tough to get the new anode rod threaded. You can try gently cleaning the threaded receptacle in the tank with a nylon bristle tube brush # 814092 or a wire brush # DW00254 to remove any accumulated rust or grit that could be blocking the threads. Sometimes it can be hard to get your hand in the right place the start the threads if there is also...
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• Replacement Anode Rod Recommendation for Suburban Water Heater
  We only have one anode rod replacement that's going to fit your Suburban water heater. For that you'd want the part # CAM11563 which is aluminum and the correct size for what you'd need. We do not have a magnesium rod that would fit your water heater.
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• Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod for Suburban Water Heater
  The Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod for a Suburban water heater is part # CAM11563. This anode rod measures 3/4 inches in diameter and is 9-1/2 inches long. The Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod, # CAM11593, that you referenced was designed for the 10-gallon Atwood heater and measures 1/2 inches in diameter and is 9-1/2 inches long.
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• Magnesium Water Heater Anode For Atwood Water Heater
  We don't offer Aqua-Pro so haven't heard anything about them and don't have any experience with how they work or fit. There are magnesium water heater anode rods we know for certain work with Atwood water heaters, which are the following: - Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod - Magnesium - 1/2" Diameter x 4-1/2" Long # CAM11553 or - (10 Gallon Atwood Water Heater only): Camco RV Water Heater Anode Rod - Magnesium - 1/2" Diameter x 9-1/2" Long # CAM11593
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• Which Size Magnesium Rod to Use for 10 Gallon Tank
  The 9-1/2 inch length Magnesium rod part # CAM11593 that you referenced is specifically designed for 10 gallon tanks like what you have.
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• Replacement Anode Rod for RV Water Heater
  What's the make and model number of your water heater? We offer two anode rods that might work for you. If you have a Suburban (Mor-Flo) heater, we offer the # CAM11563, which is 9 1/2 inches long by 3/4 inches in diameter. For a 10 gallon Atwood heater, we offer # CAM11593 which is 9-1/2 inches long by 1/2 inch in diameter.
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• Are Magnesium Anode Rods Available For An RV Water Heater
  Hi Dave, The magnesium anode rods that we offer are all 1/2" diameter # CAM11593 so you'll want to check your local hardware store to find a 3/4" diameter magnesium rod to match the size of the # CAM11563.
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