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geewizard 
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Joined: 16 Apr 2017 Location: Spokane Online Status: Offline Posts: 347 |
 Topic: Replacing 177 3-way fridge with compressor fridgePosted: 28 Apr 2018 at 9:06am |
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Anyone replaced their 3-way fridge with a compressor fridge?
If so, which brand and model? I replaced my 3-way fridge with a Tundra compressor fridge in my truck camper and it was one of the best mods I made. |
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2021 Winnebago Micro Minnie 1708FB
2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
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furpod
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Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128 |
Posted: 28 Apr 2018 at 9:39am |
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I know a couple people have done it.. I suspect you pull the one that's in there and measure what room you have, and then buy one that fits. We boondock some, so wouldn't work for us..
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geewizard
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Posted: 28 Apr 2018 at 10:18am |
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Thanks for the reply.
We boondock almost exclusively, as we do with the truck camper, and a compressor fridge is my choice for that. Of course, one needs the proper batteries and solar panel to achieve it. And that we have in both RVs. |
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2021 Winnebago Micro Minnie 1708FB
2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
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furpod
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Joined: 25 Jul 2011 Location: Central KY Online Status: Offline Posts: 6128 |
Posted: 28 Apr 2018 at 10:57am |
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I never did the math to see how much battery a small 120v fridge draws.. but since it will run for +6 weeks on a single propane tank.. I just run that way.We ran dual T-105s on the Pod..
BTW, what TC do you have? we are seriously considering a Four wheel Camper Hawk Shell... |
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geewizard
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Joined: 16 Apr 2017 Location: Spokane Online Status: Offline Posts: 347 |
Posted: 28 Apr 2018 at 11:40am |
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The Tundra TJ42RE 12VDC/120VAC fridge in my Outfitter Apex 8 truck camper consumes 3.2AH at startup and less than 2AH when running. I have two 100AH deep cycle batteries and two 110W solar panels on the truck camper. I also carry a Honda EU2000i generator just in case but it doesn't get much use.
I hear good things about the Four Wheel Hawk. I sure like my Outfitter and have had it since 2004. |
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2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
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DavMar
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Joined: 04 Aug 2017 Location: Lexington, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 592 |
Posted: 28 Apr 2018 at 10:10pm |
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Please, educate me and others here and explain what is the difference of a compressor and three way refrigerator and its advantages or disadvantages over the OEM three way.
Thanks! |
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Dave & Marlene J with Zoey the
wonder dog. 2017 Rpod 180 2016 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 Lexington, NC |
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geewizard
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Joined: 16 Apr 2017 Location: Spokane Online Status: Offline Posts: 347 |
Posted: 29 Apr 2018 at 9:26am |
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Here's a link to a discussion on 3-way fridges versus 2-way (compressor) fridges. When you read '240' just substitute '120'. The Aussies know their camping.
https://blog.mygenerator.com.au/caravan-fridges-2-way-fridge-or-3-way-fridge/ In general, I replaced my 3-way fridge with a compressor fridge because I get more consistent cooling, the freezer really is a freezer, I don't have to level my truck to half a bubble, I have more room in the compressor fridge than the 3-way, and it works when the ambient air temperature is high. It's just like a home refrigerator! I got really tired of having food too warm or too cold with the 3-way fridge. Plus, compressor fridges are used on boats and they can take a pounding. Here's another link to a truck camper forum discussing compressor fridges: https://www.rv.net/forum/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/29458979/srt/pa/pging/1/page/1 |
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2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
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Craneman
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Joined: 12 May 2013 Location: Tokeland,wa Online Status: Offline Posts: 387 |
Posted: 29 Apr 2018 at 9:37am |
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What make and model did you use
Moe
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Jo and Gary, 2010-174,2011 F150
Jo and Gary 2010 174 2011 Ford 150 |
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geewizard
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Joined: 16 Apr 2017 Location: Spokane Online Status: Offline Posts: 347 |
Posted: 29 Apr 2018 at 12:21pm |
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I have a Tundra TJ42RE. The
Tundra line is no longer being produced by Dometic. However they were
originally built by Vitrifrigo and continue to be made.
Of course, there are other brands on the market. I am in contact with my local dealer (Seattle area) about getting one for my RPod and he can give you prices on the Vitrifrigo. Mike Budney Marine Specialists Inc. sales@marinespecialists.com 631-580-0545 |
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2017 R-Pod 177 (Blue) HRE SOLD 2004 Outfitter Apex 8 camper 2014 Toyota Tundra DC |
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Subzilla
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Joined: 23 Jan 2017 Location: Concord, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 302 |
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 at 11:51am |
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Was digging into some of this last week. Check out the reading material on the Danfoss type compressor fridge. Draws very little 12 volt power and can also use 120. But can't use propane. Working on the cooling capabilities of our Dometic now.
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Mark
Concord, NC 2017 RP 179 "Podzilla" 2011 Silverado 1500 4X4 |
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