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Whynter 12v refrigerator vs 3 way refrigerator

evy
Explorer
Explorer
Hi everyone,

I have a 3 way Dometic Americana 4.3cu.ft. refrigerator, with a small freezer section inside, as of now it's installed in its place but not hooked up yet.

I'm looking into installing at least one 300w solar panel, maybe 2 (600w total)

I heard that my 3 way is not a very good option for solar, so I looked into getting a power efficient 12v refrigerator that would work with solar.

I'm not sure if I really need a freezer? I don't eat meat (please don't judge me)

I really like the 12v refrigerator shaped like a cooler (top open) because they don't loose all the cold every time you open the door.

My cabinets are already done so I wanted a 12v freezer that would fit.

I found this model from Whynter (FM-951GW) 95quarts/3.2cu.ft. 70watts running power, but I havent found much info on it (nothing on this forum).

What do you guys think? any other models would fit?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WO43IMW/ref=asc_df_B00WO43IMW5435728?tag=cnet-us-genius-20&smid=A3K90JH...

https://www.whynter.com/product/whynter-95-quart-portable-wheeled-freezer-door-alert-12v-option-gray...

https://www.whynter.com/wp-content/uploads/FM-951-Comsumption-Chart-2018.pdf
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DIY conversion build, extended 2010 Ford 5.4L E250 + high top, from Montreal Canada, new to all this so please be patient and clear with me (never built or camped in a van yet)
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Lwiddis
Explorer II
Explorer II
A 300 watt solar panel? What are the dimensions? You must have lots of roof real estate.

X2, Pauldub.
Winnebago 2101DS TT & 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 LTZ Z71, WindyNation 300 watt solar-Lossigy 200 AH Lithium battery. Prefer boondocking, USFS, COE, BLM, NPS, TVA, state camps. Bicyclist. 14 yr. Army -11B40 then 11A - (MOS 1542 & 1560) IOBC & IOAC grad

pauldub
Explorer
Explorer
Nothing will beat the efficiency of a fridge running on propane.