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Re: Considering a New (larger) Refrigerator [message #328085 is a reply to message #327957]

Tue, 09 January 2018 11:47

Carl S.

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SteveW wrote on Sun, 07 January 2018 11:20

Greetings from Southern California !

I'm considering a larger refrigerator for our 1973 (side bath) 23 footer.

A 7 cubic foot Norcold is in the running - but the newer models don't get good reviews. Comments about changes to a new compressor and smaller condensor...

Might anyone here have experience and/or commentary about NovaKool or Truckfridge ??

Specifically:

http://www.novakool.com/products/two_doors/rfu6200_6800_8000_9000.htm

https://www.truckfridge.com/tf2600/

I'm leaning against propane fired units - but could be persuaded to consider them...

As always, THANK YOU ALL for sharing this immense collection of knowledge and experience.

Steve W
Southern
California

Steve,

If you ever do any dry camping, I would highly recommend you consider a propane refrigerator. A compressor driven unit, even the most efficient, will drain you batteries rather quickly. Unless you have a LOT of solar to recharge them, you will be dependent on a generator a lot.

We have been very happy with the Norcold 641.3 (three way) I installed about six years ago. It cools down quickly (usually overnight) and keeps food and beverages cold, makes ice in the freezer, etc even on the hottest Arizona days. It sips propane (think pilot light) and uses very little 12 volt power when not plugged in. Sure, the coach needs to be close to level, but you would normally want that anyway.

JWID: http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/g5863-norcold-refrigerator-installation.html

Carl Stouffer '75 ex Palm Beach Tucson, AZ. Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member

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