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Originally posted by howson View Post
Thanks for this update, Rob. I'll be watching for your updates--the DW is insistent that I change out the Dometic for a residential after the latest trip.
You can read all the details on my blog page https://rctravels.rmcd.ca/p/residential-fridge.html
One thing we didn't do which in hindsight might have been worthwhile would be to remove the raised floor in the opening.
After fighting with our Norcold 2118 since almost day one with this rig, we finally had had enough and made the decision to get rid of it an...-
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Rob, thanks for the update! We've also done a first pass at our replacement. After we scheduled a delivery date for the fridge which needed to be ordered, we started the process of buying a house. The schedules conflicted, so I did a quick'n'dirty install in Quartzsite, and will do a final install when we're in our new house in Montana. Then after a few weeks up north we'll head back to Q.
I appreciate your write up on your blog. I'll be doing the same not too long from now (but on our blog, not yours!). It was good to hear your solutions to a few of the things I've been thinking of. You were braver than I will be though, in that I'm not going to plumb ours up.
-AlAl and Kathe
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From your blog:Originally posted by KamFlyer View PostBefore putting the new fridge in, I also lined the outside walls of the enclosure with Reflectix to add a bit of extra insulation.
I've got a Haier in shipment right now--expect it in the next 5-7 days. The DW wanted a 4 door setup and the size is nearly identical to the Dometic in the camper right now. It has some unfavorable reviews...so we'll see how that goes.
Thanks for the update (and idea).
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Originally posted by lobsters View PostYou were braver than I will be though, in that I'm not going to plumb ours up.
-Al
I connected it to the PEX inside with a valve so I can easily turn the fridge water off and drain the line if necessary.-
Rob, Chris and fur baby Maya
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Originally posted by lobsters View Post... I'm not going to plumb ours up.
-Al
RobRob & Laura
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I've written up my project so far on our blog, https://lobstersontheloose.com/2020/...ice-cream-yay/. Two notes: our blog is promarily for family and friends, non-RVers, and my writeup of this project is much more conversational than KamFlyer 's is. But I hope the description of doing the swap by myself may be interesting to some who are contemplating this project. Second, an unplanned change to our travel schedule meant that I had to do the swap very quickly. What I've documented so far is not our final / permanent installation. There is an old saying, "Do it right or do it twice." Well, I have to do it twice.
Originally posted by KamFlyer View PostActually, that part was really easy. I had easy access to the main water line behind the Nautilus panel and fishing it through was also easy.
I connected it to the PEX inside with a valve so I can easily turn the fridge water off and drain the line if necessary.
And just how many Robs are there on this forum? OK, That's a third question. Never mind! [smile]
Thanks to everyone who has been documenting their experiences doing a fridge swap; you've been a great help.
-Al
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Originally posted by lobsters View PostI've written up my project so far on our blog, https://lobstersontheloose.com/2020/...ice-cream-yay/. Two notes: our blog is promarily for family and friends, non-RVers, and my writeup of this project is much more conversational than KamFlyer 's is. But I hope the description of doing the swap by myself may be interesting to some who are contemplating this project. Second, an unplanned change to our travel schedule meant that I had to do the swap very quickly. What I've documented so far is not our final / permanent installation. There is an old saying, "Do it right or do it twice." Well, I have to do it twice.
Two questions, Rob. Is your fridge in a slide? Ours is, and I imagine that would make routing the plumbing more difficult. I'm wondering if I am over estimating the challenge. Second, would you please say more about how you stabilized the fridge to prevent tipping while underway. You mention using angle brackets? Where? Do you have any pics? And did you drill into the fridge case, or use existing hardware? Thanks for any pointers. That is my main unknown step at this point.
And just how many Robs are there on this forum? OK, That's a third question. Never mind! [smile]
Thanks to everyone who has been documenting their experiences doing a fridge swap; you've been a great help.
-Al
RobRob & Laura
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2012 F350 DRW CC Lariat PS 6.7, PullRite OE 18K
2020 Solitude 310GK-R, MORryde IS and disc brakes, solar, BB LiFePO4, DP windows
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Originally posted by Second Chance View Post
Since there are several, I don't know which Rob you're asking.
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Originally posted by lobsters View PostTwo questions, Rob. Is your fridge in a slide? Ours is, and I imagine that would make routing the plumbing more difficult. I'm wondering if I am over estimating the challenge. Second, would you please say more about how you stabilized the fridge to prevent tipping while underway. You mention using angle brackets? Where? Do you have any pics? And did you drill into the fridge case, or use existing hardware? Thanks for any pointers. That is my main unknown step at this point.
And just how many Robs are there on this forum? OK, That's a third question. Never mind! [smile]
Thanks to everyone who has been documenting their experiences doing a fridge swap; you've been a great help.
-Al
Yes, our fridge is in a slide. The water plumbing was quite easy actually. We ran a fish tape from the exit hole in the frame under the slide into the mechanical space behind our hutch. This is right behind the Nautilus panel in our rig. From there we pulled a 10 foot stainless flex hose to the outside, added a coupler (actually a small valve) and another 5 foot section of flex hose up to the fridge.
As to stabilizing the fridge we used modified angle brackets to block the wheels so it can't slide forward and a couple of angle brackets at the top rear to stop it tipping. The top ones are simple brackets screwed into the bottom edge of the upper vent opening and simply pop riveted to the back wall of the fridge.
I've added a pic of the 'wheel chock'. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of the upper attachment.
Keep in mind, our install has the fridge all the way back into the opening. The LG both pulls air in and exhaust it out through the back. You can see these vents in one of my photos on the blog. We are simply letting it cool to the outside. We don't usually camp in extreme weather so I think we'll be OK. I have a temperature sensor back there so I can monitor it.
To be able to pull it far enough forward to vent up the back, we would have to move the island. Not impossible but added another level of complexity so we decided to try without first.
-Rob-
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Myself and two of my fellow GDRV Momentum owners are in the same boat with a Norcold 2118 that just does not keep things cold enough. GDRV was kind enough to already replace mine with a brand new one after 11 months of ownership. But I have decided to go ahead and make the jump to a residential model. Now that one of my fellow GDRV owners in our camping groups 2118 went out on him we have expedited the research which led me to this post.
He has found a retrofit kit - see link below - Has anyone considered this route? If not, can you provide feedback?
https://jc-refrigeration.com/product...118-hvac-120v/
I had settled on the Samsung, even knowing the reviews were not good, because I thought it was the only one that would fit - physically. Obviously after reading this post, I now know there are more options. Thanks to all for the information in the posts and links to the posted write ups.Brady & Steph
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Originally posted by TENN22 View PostMyself and two of my fellow GDRV Momentum owners are in the same boat with a Norcold 2118 that just does not keep things cold enough. GDRV was kind enough to already replace mine with a brand new one after 11 months of ownership. But I have decided to go ahead and make the jump to a residential model. Now that one of my fellow GDRV owners in our camping groups 2118 went out on him we have expedited the research which led me to this post.
He has found a retrofit kit - see link below - Has anyone considered this route? If not, can you provide feedback?
https://jc-refrigeration.com/product...118-hvac-120v/
I had settled on the Samsung, even knowing the reviews were not good, because I thought it was the only one that would fit - physically. Obviously after reading this post, I now know there are more options. Thanks to all for the information in the posts and links to the posted write ups.2018 Reflection 303rls
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I'm preparing to do the reinstall (real install) of our unit. As noted, I just a quick and dirty job so I could get back on the road earlier than I had planned. Neil ncitro I found your post where you gave the info about the company that fabricated your black panels, https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...s/page3.Thanks! Are you happy with the 1/4" thickness that they offer? Is it rigid enough to do OK with the ~31" unsupported span?Al and Kathe
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Originally posted by lobsters View PostI'm preparing to do the reinstall (real install) of our unit. As noted, I just a quick and dirty job so I could get back on the road earlier than I had planned. Neil ncitro I found your post where you gave the info about the company that fabricated your black panels, https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...s/page3.Thanks! Are you happy with the 1/4" thickness that they offer? Is it rigid enough to do OK with the ~31" unsupported span?
Other than that, I ran butyl tape around the perimeter, screwed it to the side and its great.Forum moderators are not GD employees--we are volunteers and owners presumably just like yourself. Unless specifically mentioned otherwise, we have nothing to gain should you choose to purchase a product or engage a service we discuss on this forum.
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ncitro Thanks, Neil. I'm also a fan of butyl tape. Thanks for the hint about the bits.
-AlAl and Kathe
:No longer full-time. New sticks and bricks in East Helena, MT
2018 Solitude 310GK 110463 (Rhett)
2018 F350 CC DRW 4x4 Lariat (Scarlett)
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