It looks like the seal on the element might have a small leak. I would replace the element and probably the anode as well and you should get more time out of it.

Me upvoting your comment because I have even less to say

The box of snack size chip bags are $11 at Walmart near me, nope I’ll pass

I pick up stuff in the store all the time and look at the price and shake my head and put it back. There are so many things that just aren’t worth it anymore.

Actually it is working now. Was unaware of an update. Thank you!

I would also like to see an update on the epoxy hot dog

I am on connect now and the similarities with relay is why