[C320-list] Refrigerator Replacement - 1995 Hull 268

[John morrison]

I installed a Nova Kool LT201 compressor with the RT6 freezer box. Cost 1200CAD and draws less than 3A when running on slow speed. If you’re handy the job is very easy and the Cu tubing goes directly from the coolbox into the port lazarette, where the compressor is situated. 12V wiring easily adapted to the new unit.The freezer box is larger than the original so I mounted it on the back wall of the coolbox. Imagine just turning the original freezer box 90degrees from it’s position on the left hand end of the coolbox. 
This has come up a number of times so I guess I could prep a short article with pics for Mainsheet?
Regards
JohnM
1999#574


> On Jan 18, 2021, at 11:56 AM, Cliff Lee <rcliffordlee at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> It is time to replace the fridge after 25 years.  While I think the
> evaporator may be the problem, better to replace in whole and get the
> efficiency improvement.  I've read a lot of the threads on the C320 site,
> but I would appreciate your thoughts on:
> 1.  There is a long, thin wood veneer running along the port side of our
> aft berth, about 2 feet above the mattress.  We have routinely had moisture
> at the forward point of the veneer over the years.  I suspect it may be
> condensation around the refrigerant tubing leaving the fridge, but don't
> really know.  I can't find any other leaks in that area.  I am thinking I
> may need to remove that veneer anyway to gain access to run the new
> refrigerant tubing from the fridge to the port aft locker where our
> compressor/condenser is/will be.  Does this sound right and how difficult
> is it to remove that veneer?
> 2.  Suggestions for make/model of fridge?  We currently have an older
> Adler-Barbour evaporator mounted vertically on the left side (looking in)
> of the fridge compartment, with the compressor and condenser on a shelf in
> the aft port locker - that seems like a good spot for us, since there is a
> lot of room for cooling air circulation.
> 3.  How difficult is this project really?  I'm not looking forward to
> contorting myself but have been told it is not bad and costs for
> professional installation can be pretty high.
> 
> Thanks,
> Cliff Lee - Comfort Zone 1995 - Hull 268