Failure of Norcold N811LT fridge
This is a 2008 model that have been running almost continuously since 2008, except for 1-2 months in the summer when the trailer is not used. Used on 110v almost exclusively, unless a power outage aut...
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This project sounds like a good candidate for replacement with a residential fridge. I'm not usually enthusiastic about doing that, but if it's parked permanently and running on electric anyhow, why not?
We don't boondock so we could go residential too. What keeps me from doing it is our designation of the coach as "escape capsule" for storms and extended power outages.
On a quick look:
New Fridge $1500
New Amish Cooling Unit $650 plus labor
Rebuilt Cooling Unit $550 plus labor
I'd probably do the New Amish.
EDIT: But your down there in Mexico. Mex keeps mentioning fees and duties adding (multiplying!) cost. Is availability and shipping going to be a factor? Would buying a little residential fridge at a "local" appliance outlet be the cost-effective solution?
We don't boondock so we could go residential too. What keeps me from doing it is our designation of the coach as "escape capsule" for storms and extended power outages.
On a quick look:
New Fridge $1500
New Amish Cooling Unit $650 plus labor
Rebuilt Cooling Unit $550 plus labor
I'd probably do the New Amish.
EDIT: But your down there in Mexico. Mex keeps mentioning fees and duties adding (multiplying!) cost. Is availability and shipping going to be a factor? Would buying a little residential fridge at a "local" appliance outlet be the cost-effective solution?
