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Old 02-11-2017, 07:44 PM   #1
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Anode Plug Size

Anyone know what size is the socket to undo the anode plug on the hot water heater? Can't undo it and need to, but before I go out and buy a socket, I need to know what size it is.

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It is 1 1/16".
I use an extension and I fill the socket with loonies and toonies so I can apply pressure on the head of the anode.
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... I fill the socket with loonies and toonies so I can apply pressure on the head of the anode.
I discovered that my 27mm socket, which I was using on fuel injectors, worked fine for anode replacement. And even works well without filling it with cartoon characters.

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It is 1 1/16".
I use an extension and I fill the socket with loonies and toonies so I can apply pressure on the head of the anode.
Do you use it for upgrades on your MacBook?
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Old 02-11-2017, 09:28 PM   #5
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It is 1 1/16".
I use an extension and I fill the socket with loonies and toonies so I can apply pressure on the head of the anode.
Thanks much. My brother-in-law had one that size and so we are all good. 27MM would work well too. Awkward little so and so!! I mean the anode plug and the socket set would do a number on your Macbook too!!
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I was in the middle of replacing worn keys when you posted your question. Good thing I learned touch typing in grade 10.
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The anode is one of those things that is somewhat awkward to thread back in that takes what they used to call "fine motor skills". Don't forget a few wraps of Teflon tape on the threads on the reinstall. Oh damn! I wrapped it the wrong way.
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I was in the middle of replacing worn keys when you posted your question. Good thing I learned touch typing in grade 10.
I need to replace a key on mine too. I need my ratchet and socket out to do it?
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I need to replace a key on mine too. I need my ratchet and socket out to do it?
A very good friend of mine has an inch drive set that I can use any time. I borrow it once a year when I grease my Rolex. Them nuts on the back get tight.
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A very good friend of mine has an inch drive set that I can use any time. I borrow it once a year when I grease my Rolex. Them nuts on the back get tight.
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I sure hope you are using correct torque setting when you put it back on. Lithium or moly?
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I sure hope you are using correct torque setting when you put it back on. Lithium or moly?
Garage door track spray grease. I actually don't set the torque myself. I get a lady who owns a fiberglass camper to set them for me.
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I was in the middle of replacing worn keys when you posted your question. Good thing I learned touch typing in grade 10.
And you use a 1 1/16 socket to undo Mac Keys - you must have a huge keyboard!
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