Now a replacement three way fridge is around 250 quid. We only ever use an EHU when we go away. We never use gas or 12v to run the fridge.
Comet do a small fridge, for around 60 quid, that is the exact same size as our old one. Does anyone know if an ordinary domestic fridge will be ok in a caravan?
What I mean is will it be alright with all that bouncing around when travelling?
We wont have it on when travelling, just when we have pitched.
Don't think an ordinary fridge would take kindly to the travelling - it would probably shake the coolant up too much. And the compressor in an ordinary fridge would get pretty annoying, both to you and your neighbours, especially at night. Camping fridges work a different way to cool and don't have compressors, so run completely silently.
Quote: Originally posted by Scampi on 16/7/2007
Don't think an ordinary fridge would take kindly to the travelling - it would probably shake the coolant up too much. And the compressor in an ordinary fridge would get pretty annoying, both to you and your neighbours, especially at night. Camping fridges work a different way to cool and don't have compressors, so run completely silently.
Actually this is not quite correct. Our van comes supplied with a 50Lt 12v Compression Fridge which although there is a slight noise from it, this is far outweighed by the fact that it can be used at almost any angle and there is no maintainance servicing required. We will never return to the old fashioned 3 way fridges. Compression fridges are the way to go today.
I have used a small domestic fridge in a Motorhome: Never experienced any problems at all - just make sure that you keep the receipt for your purchase.
I fully agree with "LobeyDosser" about 12vDC compresser fridges: They are fantastic and so is the price They are quiet enough to leave on all night. The noise is not intrusive. Just wish that they were not so expensive
Thanks for your comments folks. The fridge we found in Comet is a mains fridge. It runs very quiet. Yes it will be heard at night but not too loud to keep anyone awake. I have seen people have domestic fridges in thier awnings. The cost of a new three way would cover our pitch fees for two years. If I can use an ordinary fridge I will. I will try it out in a few weeks and report on its performance.
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They are quiet enough to leave on all night. The noise is not intrusive. Just wish that they were not so expensive
