A small part that causes big headaches when it fails. These Camco replacement drain plugs keep your RV water heater sealed tight during use and make winterizing or flushing your tank a clean, simple job. Two plugs and a roll of Teflon tape included -- everything you need to do the job right the first time.
RV water heater drain plugs take abuse every season -- thermal cycling, mineral deposits, and repeated removal during winterization and flushing all wear down the threads and body over time. Camco's part 11630 provides a ready-to-install replacement in the standard 1/2" NPT size used on most propane and electric RV water heaters.
The white plastic body is lightweight and corrosion-resistant. Teflon tape is included so you can seat the plug correctly without a separate trip to the hardware store. Keep a spare set on hand -- when a plug cracks or strips during a campground water heater flush, you'll be glad you have a backup.
Fits the drain port on most RV water heaters from Suburban, Atwood (now Dometic), and compatible aftermarket tanks.
One roll of thread seal tape is included in the pack. Use 3-5 wraps around the plug threads before installation to prevent weeping leaks.
Install one now and keep one as a campsite spare. Drain plugs should be replaced at least once a year.
White plastic body resists corrosion from mineral-laden water and does not seize in the drain port the way brass plugs sometimes do.
Camco and most RV water heater manufacturers recommend replacing plastic drain plugs every year. The plastic can become brittle with repeated heat cycles and may crack or strip threads if reused season after season. Swapping plugs annually is cheap insurance against a water heater leak.
Use a 7/8" wrench or socket to install and remove this plug. Adjustable pliers can deform the plastic body and make future removal difficult. A proper RV water heater drain plug tool (Camco 11633) is the easiest option if you flush your tank frequently.
When winterizing your RV water heater, drain the tank fully, then inspect the plug and threads before reinstalling. If the plug shows any cracking, whitening, or thread wear, replace it now rather than after the freeze season. A failed plug during storage can cause water damage to surrounding cabinetry.