Refridgerator replacement
Got to thinking "What if" the fridge died again. It happened in 2013, fortunately not far from civilization, but just short of $5000 & a week later we were on our way again. The fridge was a big on...
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jrnymn7 wrote:smkettner wrote:
Get a second 8D and 300+ watts of solar and you will be in good shape.
In fact you could do those steps now for improved dry camping.
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The additional battery looks to be a necessity. The solar, not so much as we are in the trees campers if shade is available. Lots of gas can be had for the price of a decent solar system.
Will have to measure the battery tray to see if an 8D will fit. Was thinking of upgrading to an 8D anyway when the 4D goes. As long as I stick with AGMs I can put the second battery most anywhere.
Lots of extra weight. The domestic fridge weighs about 50# more than the Dometic RV fridge. A pair of 8Ds will be around 300#.
