Newbie problem: no drain plugs
Printed From: R-pod Owners Forum
Category: R-pod Discussion Forums
Forum Name: Podmods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks
Forum Discription: Ask maintenance questions, share your podmods (modifications) and helpful tips
URL: http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=8447
Printed Date: 31 Oct 2025 at 7:30pm
Software Version: Web Wiz Forums 9.64 - http://www.webwizforums.com
Topic: Newbie problem: no drain plugs
Posted By: DaveGamble
Subject: Newbie problem: no drain plugs
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 12:44pm
|
The 2015/16 R-pod I just bought had been left in "winterize" mode (figuring that out was a time consuming project in and of itself) and there is no sign of either the fresh water tank drain plug or the more substantial looking water heater drain plug. How would I go about finding replacements for those? The fresh water tank looks like it uses a 1/2" plastic plug, which would probably be easy to find, but the water heater looks like it is made out of metal and is seemingly a bit larger. I apologize in advance for the newbieness of these questions. ------------- Dave Gamble Grove City, OH http://TripsAndTravails.com/ |
Replies:
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 2:12pm
|
The water heater "drain plug" is actually for an anode rod. You will need http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VAYRNM/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944687662&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B00KPQZX0G&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0T4F1CZ3CDW5TGVG644Y - Suburban Magnesium Anode Rod Part # 232767 or equivalent. If your water is excessively corrosive, then you can substitute an Aluminum anode rod. The purpose of the anode rod is to sacrifice itself to protect the water heater tank. You will need Teflon tape and a 1-1/16" socket to install it. Shop around for your best price and delivery options. You may find it cheaper but you probably want it pretty fast. ------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 3:07pm
|
+1
------------- Leo & Melissa Bachand 2025 Ford Transit Camper van 2017 Ford F150 2021 Vista Cruiser 19 csk Previously owned 2015 Rpod 179 2010 Rpod 171 |
Posted By: DaveGamble
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 4:08pm
|
Thanks, that's an important thing to know! ------------- Dave Gamble Grove City, OH http://TripsAndTravails.com/ |
Posted By: marwayne
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 4:39pm
 First pic : fresh water tank drain, second pic: hot and cold water low point drain, you may have to cut some of the foam away to find them. third: HWT anode rod or drain plug, on the bottom of pic in the middle under the brass tubing. ------------- If you want something done right, do it yourself. 2011 RP172, 2016 Tundra 5.7 Litre, Ltd. |
Posted By: john in idaho
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 6:29pm
|
The plugs are either 1/2" or 3/8" plumbing fittings which are slightly different than other threaded things. I have been tricked several times by those small differences.
|