on 9/16/2009 7:48 AM (ET) HeyBub wrote the following:
JIMMIE wrote:

On Sep 16, 1:03 am, blueman wrote:

A recent post recommended applying Kroil daily for a week to loosen
up a stuck anode rod in a water heater.

- Is Kroil significantly better than more commonly available brands
such as Liquid wrench?

- Does applying it repeatedly add much effect beyond the first 2-3
applications?

After application of the penetrating oil give it a couple of taps with
a hammer. This used to be part of the directions on Liquid Wrench
label. Apparently the vibration helps it to penetrated.Also trying to
tighten it a little more will often help break it free better than
trying to loosen it. If it gives a little on tightening then
alternately loosen and tighten while adding more oil until it frees up



Excellent advice which also applies to the replacement of water valves for
the sink or toilet.

After installation, open the valves all the way, then close for about 1/8th
of a turn. This provides some "slack" for later in case the el-cheapo valve
sticks.

Any valves I install or replace now are 1/4 turn valves.

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Bill
In Hamptonburgh, NY
In the original Orange County. Est. 1683
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