While shopping for used RVs, we noticed that most used ones over a few years old have had to have their refrigerators replaced at one time or another. Why is that? Are trailers and 5th wheels more lik...
For the most part, refrigerators are cooled by ammonia, and they use heat to refrigerate--electric or propane gas. And the fridges do not drain condensation on the coils as well as they should.
RV refrigerators often have a 10 year lifespan, however they are rebuildable. Many owners choose to use dorm style refrigerators or ice chests in lieu of spending $350-400 to rebuild their RV fridge. Completely new refrigerators are also an option, but they're most often $1,000-$1,500--quite expensive.
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