[Mark7]

I took mine out. I do still have it in case I ever change my mind.

My issue was water was stinking all of the time. Since I removed the anode rod, no more smell. I should mention that the rig sits a lot as I am a part timer at this point. I drain it every time I am not going to use it for a week. I actually put a 3/4" ball valve in that fitting to drain faster.

I know I might be shortening the life of my 20 year old heater, but that's a chance I'll have to take!