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08-08-2012, 10:40 PM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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What is my fridge worth?
I picked up a replacement fridge (with freezer and door storage) for my 72 Boler. The one I am removing is the original Escort Cooler Mini 15 (3 way, no freezer). The Escort still works in all 3 modes and is in good condition.
I want to sell the Escort but don't know what they are worth. Any ideas? The door panel is green. Fridge is in Kelowna, BC.
Thanks.
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08-08-2012, 10:44 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Dave W
Trailer: Trillium 4500 - 1976, 1978, 1979, 1300 - 1977, and a 1973
Alberta
Posts: 6,926
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It depends on how long you want to wait. I purchased a three way fridge recently for $120, but the same fridge is available for $275 from someone else. The $100 fridges seem to move fast.
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08-08-2012, 11:17 PM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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The newer one I am installing is a Dometec RM211. I suspect it's an early 80's model. Cools/freezes great and in very good condition. Picked it up for $50. The seller obviously didn't know what he had.
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08-09-2012, 10:43 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Dave W
Trailer: Trillium 4500 - 1976, 1978, 1979, 1300 - 1977, and a 1973
Alberta
Posts: 6,926
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RLP
The newer one I am installing is a Dometec RM211. I suspect it's an early 80's model. Cools/freezes great and in very good condition. Picked it up for $50. The seller obviously didn't know what he had.
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Score!
That is the same one I bought for a spare. Did you get the custom ice cube tray? It fits perfectly above the cooling coil in the freezer. Made with aluminum though.
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08-09-2012, 08:13 PM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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No ice cube tray. That's alright though because I am not really an ice cube user. I may reserve that spot for a Popsicle or two for a treat on the pack up and head home day.
Removed the old fridge last night and assessed what I need to modify for the new install. It's going to take a bit of work enlarging the opening, raising the cutlery drawer, etc, etc. I also want to enlarge/raise the upper exterior vent because everything I've read says you need good ventilation for the fridge to operate optimally.
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08-10-2012, 10:54 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,707
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Rick, don't cut a bigger hole in the exterior of your trailer for venting the refrigerator. You need to move the heat UP (heat rises, not out horizontally) and that can be accomplished with two computer fans and a bent piece of aluminum) about $10 in expenses.
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Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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08-10-2012, 11:21 PM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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Thanks Donna. So where do you suggest mounting these two fans and the configuration of the bent alum? Are both fans for intake or exhaust or one for each? How do you control them?
Aren't computer fans 5 volt DC? While boon docking I only have 12 Volt DC available (and propane of course). Please explain the electrics of this set up.
The top of my existing top vent is the same height as the old fridge. The new fridge is about 3" taller so I was hoping to find a replacement vent about 3" taller and enlarge just the top of the vent opening. If I can achieve this I think I would have the proper natural convection ventilation and no need for fans. What are your thoughts?
I am also going to pay close attention to sealing around the flange by the fridge door and around the fridge box at the back so no heat or flue gases enter the cabin. The heat and gases will then have nowhere else to go except out the vent.
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08-11-2012, 05:45 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,707
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Rick, here's a very good source for the venting information: RV Mobile Inc. Technical Pages - Venting
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Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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08-11-2012, 07:15 AM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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Thanks Donna for the article. I read that one awhile back but it was a good refresher to read again now that I am ready to do the install. Now the problem is to tear myself away from this forum and actually get to work on it. Just 10 more minutes............ya right!
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08-11-2012, 07:32 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Class A Motorhome
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Back to Selling: If you want it "Gone", I'd stick with a $75-$100 range. I have bought several 10-15 y.o. Dometics in that price range. Buying a 40 y.o. refrigerator is a crap shoot at best and shipping woud be another killer, thus really limiting your market.
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08-11-2012, 09:12 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1972 Boler American and 1979 Trillium 4500
Posts: 5,141
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08-11-2012, 09:52 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
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A 40 year old fridge is just one rust pin hole away from the scrap yard. Great until the refrigerant leaks, though.
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08-11-2012, 10:33 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Dave W
Trailer: Trillium 4500 - 1976, 1978, 1979, 1300 - 1977, and a 1973
Alberta
Posts: 6,926
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Thomas G.
A 40 year old fridge is just one rust pin hole away from the scrap yard. Great until the refrigerant leaks, though.
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At $25 at the pick and pull, a low stakes crap shoot.
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08-11-2012, 10:45 PM
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Moderator
Trailer: Fiber Stream 1978 / Honda Odyssey LX 2003
Posts: 8,222
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RLP
Now the problem is to tear myself away from this forum and actually get to work on it.
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I suffer from the same problem! I have a Compact Jr. in pieces that needs re-assembling...
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08-11-2012, 10:55 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
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Quote:
Originally Posted by David Tilston
At $25 at the pick and pull, a low stakes crap shoot.
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Right - at $25 a good risk, at $200, not so much.
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03-10-2013, 05:49 PM
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Member
Name: Jeremy
Trailer: 1978 Tripple E Surfside
British Columbia
Posts: 87
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you wouldnt happen to still have this fridge? it would be cool if you did as i live in the okanagan as well
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03-10-2013, 07:41 PM
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Member
Name: Rick
Trailer: 72 Boler
British Columbia
Posts: 93
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I do still have the original fridge. Problem is I am now questioning myself if it still cools properly on propane. When the weather warms a bit more I'll bench test it.
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