[C320-list] Fridge compressor replacement

[Bruce Heyman]

Hi Graeme,
We had to replace ours about 8 years ago.  I had it professionally done after I found the replacement compressor for the lowest price.  At that time I didn't own the gas bottle or the gages.  I did not have to replace anything but the compressor.   I wanted to get one with the upgraded electronics that would accept either 12v DC (for when under way) or 120 v Ac when in her slip but it wasn't quite out yet.  Should be available now.
I've never seen any corrosion on ours as it seems pretty well protected from water intrusion where it is in the aft lazarette?
Bruce

-----Original Message-----
From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Graeme Clark
Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2020 1:39 PM
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Subject: [C320-list] Fridge compressor replacement

24 years wasn’t a bad life but my compressor/condenser unit has finally given up. 

It still runs actually but has corroded away in its rather exposed position underneath the gas locker and lost all the refrigerant!

It’s really not a great location ( I think) and I’m thinking of siting the replacement elsewhere. Not least because the installation will be substantially cheaper if I can keep the pipe run under 6ft

Has anyone done this and where did you put it? Were you able to reuse the thermostat and evaporator plate inside the fridge or did you have to replace everything?

Did you do it yourself or use an installer?

All thoughts welcome

Graeme
#366
1996
“Jaskar”
Falmouth, UK



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