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Refrigerator question

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Hello, I just bought an 04 28 TE. The refer had been removed and I need to replace it.
Any thoughts on what to get? AC or DC or both AC/DC? Brand? Model? I would like to have a same-fit, screw-in installation.
I don't want to spend more than I paid for the boat.
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Re: Refer question

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There's been lots of discussion about refrigerators. Do a search on "refrigerator" or "fridge". Short answer: Isotherm Cruise 49 Elegance is a good solution. DC only is fine. So is AC/DC. Decision is sometimes driven by availability or price.
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Re: Refrigerator question

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Thanks, I'll check around. I can buy lots of ice for now.
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Re: Refer question

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Nancy wrote: Wed May 08, 2024 8:37 pm There's been lots of discussion about refrigerators. Do a search on "refrigerator" or "fridge". Short answer: Isotherm Cruise 49 Elegance is a good solution. DC only is fine. So is AC/DC. Decision is sometimes driven by availability or price.
Agree on the 49 elegance (interior volume 49 liters)
I had to make the opening bigger, it was a bit of a project but the end result was great.
All the details in my fridge thread.
No need for a more expensive AC/DC as the battery charger will feed the batteries if you have shore power.
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Re: Refrigerator question

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Thanks for the DC only comment. Probably thinking along those lines as well.
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Re: Refrigerator question

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Is the cruise 49 classic the same size as the 49 elegance? I'm still looking. Do those models have a reversible door and a light inside? the depth says 18 inches. Does that account for the rear of the area where the hull tapers in?
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Probably best to call Isotherm or check the specs on their website. We have found that the dimensions vary between models. I'm sure that all models have an interior light.
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Re: Refrigerator question

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DC only is the way to go IMO. I had to raise the bottom up on what I installed in our 99. I used a Cruise 49 stainless for the new unit.
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Thanks for all the info. I'll be checking around. Sounds like DC is a good way to go and less costly.
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Re: Refrigerator question

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fisherofman wrote: Sun Jun 02, 2024 7:55 am Thanks for all the info. I'll be checking around. Sounds like DC is a good way to go and less costly.
AC/DC was $100 more than just DC when I shopped 2020 or so.
I you have an old battery charge without the 3 stage programs and without temperature compensation, then AC may be the way to go, but I have used DC fridge and freezers in all my boats.
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