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mac51
Explorer
Oct 11, 2018

Norcold replacement

Fridge on blink- Has anyone changed out their refrigerator themselves or had it done?. How hard was it, any problems. Ours (Norcold N821) won't cool or freeze. Controls function, burner ignites but no cooling and freezer mildly frozen. 16 years old I guess time. Like to install myself hopefully it will fit thru door. Anyone try it or should I delegate it to a dealer. Thank you for you thoughts. Mac
  • ljr's avatar
    ljr
    Nomad
    Oct 11, 2018
    I replaced mine a few weeks ago. No rocket science but a heck of a lot of grunting and groaning.
  • turbojimmy's avatar
    turbojimmy
    Explorer
    Oct 12, 2018
    Another vote for replacing the cooling unit. It's not that hard. I did mine inside the rig though it might have been easier (more room) if I had taken it outside. The kit I got came with the thermal mastic sealant and foil tape. The replacement cooling unit works great. This is my 5th season with it. During last weekend's trip it kept the fridge at around 30 degrees and the freezer 15-below zero. That was on electric. It gets colder on propane.

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