We have friends that have installed res fridges this past year...this video is exceptional in the correct steps to take when installing. Awesome video guys!
I’ve done a few of these conversions, overall this is a nice video. But some points you missed, make sure you only use a cabinet depth fridge 24”. You should always remove the fridge doors to avoid damage if you are not a pro. Removing the doors also allows you to bring the fridge in through the front door in most cases if you remove the passenger seat and hand rail. Make sure your inverter can handle compressor startup surge, usually around 1,000 watts. You didn’t review securing the fridge, but this is very important along with a way to keep your doors closed during travel. Amazon sells an inexpensive solution from munchkin called the Xtraguard, works nicely and costs less that $10.
Re: you having done a few fridge conversions and stay within a 24" depth. What fridge do you typically use? And when trimming, what do you use to trim fridge out so it looks professional and not rinky dink (cheap/homeowner job). Thanks for any info. Our Norcold just dumped on us and now we are on the hunt for something else to go in in Grand Design 5th.
@@elsykay9699 - I've probably stumbled upon this too late; however, typically you want to look for the term "counter depth" refrigerator to find 24" units. They don't typically advertise the depth, but that feature. Another thing to look for being the higher-end brands. Nearly everything Sub-Zero, Thermador, GE Monogram (Profile a bit less, but they do offer them), KitchenAid, etc. Another option is to look for refrigerators designed to allow custom-panel inserts; nearly all of these are "counter depth". Finally, as far as the color, you can order a small bit of 3M DI-NOC to wrap it. This can be done by someone without experience, if you're handy/comfortable with projects. It's not cheap; however, it's very high quality and they have hundreds of patterns that match just about everything imaginable :)
Hi... love your videos... I just love the music you chose... could please tell me what it is and where you got it. I would love to get it for my videos. Love your channel... David
Hello thanks we find our music on stock music sites like adobe stock, soundstripe, epidemicsound, morninglightmusic, mixkit, etc. Once you pay for the licensing you are allowed to use the audio for your videos.
@Bus Henry -- They didn't use a counter-depth (which is preferred). Instead they went with the Samsung 19.4 cuft 3-Door French Door. It's available at HomeDepot and elsewhere. There are different model numbers; however, this is one that will get you the most results: Samsung RF20A5101SR
If your watching this video and reading these comments odds are you probably have a notcold 1210. If you want an easy exact fit replacement (they are now 12v fridges not absorption) its the Norcold N15dcss polar elite.
We normally find a few locations to attach screws on the bottom , both front and back. We may run a screw through the wheel for moving the fridge or install an angle bracket in the back as well. Hope this helps
They didn’t review that part, we use high tensile strength aluminum angle iron and 1/2” sheet metal screws on the top and screws through the base with the base cover removed.
Hello Tommy, Thanks for your comment. Can you please email me at jon@leisurecw.com with your contact information. We will reach out to you and ask some general questions. Thanks
We normally find a few locations to attach screws on the bottom , both front and back. We may run a screw through the wheel for moving the fridge or install an angle bracket in the back as well. Hope this helps
Yeah that looks like way too much work., if we ever decide to do a residential fridge on our bus, it's coming back to you for that.
Thank you for watching hopefully it was entertaining and educational watch!
We have friends that have installed res fridges this past year...this video is exceptional in the correct steps to take when installing. Awesome video guys!
Thanks guys we hope this was an entertaining video!
What make a model fridge did you guys use? Thanks for your help
I’ve done a few of these conversions, overall this is a nice video. But some points you missed, make sure you only use a cabinet depth fridge 24”. You should always remove the fridge doors to avoid damage if you are not a pro. Removing the doors also allows you to bring the fridge in through the front door in most cases if you remove the passenger seat and hand rail. Make sure your inverter can handle compressor startup surge, usually around 1,000 watts. You didn’t review securing the fridge, but this is very important along with a way to keep your doors closed during travel. Amazon sells an inexpensive solution from munchkin called the Xtraguard, works nicely and costs less that $10.
Re: you having done a few fridge conversions and stay within a 24" depth. What fridge do you typically use? And when trimming, what do you use to trim fridge out so it looks professional and not rinky dink (cheap/homeowner job). Thanks for any info. Our Norcold just dumped on us and now we are on the hunt for something else to go in in Grand Design 5th.
@@elsykay9699 what norcold model are you replacing?
@@Fix-it-tony wow, thanks for a quick response! The 1210 model.
@@elsykay9699 - I've probably stumbled upon this too late; however, typically you want to look for the term "counter depth" refrigerator to find 24" units. They don't typically advertise the depth, but that feature. Another thing to look for being the higher-end brands. Nearly everything Sub-Zero, Thermador, GE Monogram (Profile a bit less, but they do offer them), KitchenAid, etc. Another option is to look for refrigerators designed to allow custom-panel inserts; nearly all of these are "counter depth".
Finally, as far as the color, you can order a small bit of 3M DI-NOC to wrap it. This can be done by someone without experience, if you're handy/comfortable with projects. It's not cheap; however, it's very high quality and they have hundreds of patterns that match just about everything imaginable :)
Didn’t show how it was secured into the unit for towing down the road.
Hi... love your videos... I just love the music you chose... could please tell me what it is and where you got it. I would love to get it for my videos. Love your channel... David
Hello thanks we find our music on stock music sites like adobe stock, soundstripe, epidemicsound, morninglightmusic, mixkit, etc. Once you pay for the licensing you are allowed to use the audio for your videos.
Nice job. I like the Refrigerator. What Make/Model is that?
@Bus Henry -- They didn't use a counter-depth (which is preferred). Instead they went with the Samsung 19.4 cuft 3-Door French Door.
It's available at HomeDepot and elsewhere. There are different model numbers; however, this is one that will get you the most results: Samsung RF20A5101SR
If your watching this video and reading these comments odds are you probably have a notcold 1210. If you want an easy exact fit replacement (they are now 12v fridges not absorption) its the Norcold N15dcss polar elite.
How is it kept in place ? or did i miss it
We normally find a few locations to attach screws on the bottom , both front and back. We may run a screw through the wheel for moving the fridge or install an angle bracket in the back as well. Hope this helps
@@LeisureCoachworks Love to see how its done as mine is a factory install and god help me if it needs to be replaced
How did you secure the refrigerator once you had it in place?
They didn’t review that part, we use high tensile strength aluminum angle iron and 1/2” sheet metal screws on the top and screws through the base with the base cover removed.
Usually some l brackets we do the trick that's what I used
Leisure Coachworks- Can you do one of these swaps, gas/electric to Residential in a fifth wheel??? (2019 Jayco Pinnacle 36FBTS) Thanks
Hello Tommy, Thanks for your comment. Can you please email me at jon@leisurecw.com with your contact information. We will reach out to you and ask some general questions. Thanks
@@LeisureCoachworks can you do one of these swaps gas/ electric to residential in a fifth wheel ( 2010 HitchHiker
How are residential refrigerators secured in place?
We normally find a few locations to attach screws on the bottom , both front and back. We may run a screw through the wheel for moving the fridge or install an angle bracket in the back as well. Hope this helps
Absorption refrigerators should be banned they are a public safety risk