Chuck, After considering an Isotherm selfpumping water cooled unit for years, I finally opted for an air cooled unit. Mounted the compressor in a cockpit locker. Works well down here in the brutal Louisiana summers. The locker is big enough that I really don't notice any significant build up of heat in it. Last time I checked, the thermometer showed the temperature was a steady 37F in the box.
The pictures and write up of the install can be found here: http://cncphotoalbum.com/doityourself/refrigeration As a side note, the Admiral found this really nice digital thermometer at Walmart. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Taylor-Digital-Refrigerator-and-Freezer-Thermometer/17785564 Dennis C. Touche' 35-1 #83 Mandeville, LA On Mon, Apr 17, 2017 at 8:47 PM, Chuck Saur via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > I recall discussion about this, but could not find the thread. > > I'm looking into icebox conversion for spring, and wondering if anyone has > recommendations? Not sure the advantages with water-cooled v. fan cooled, > except the heat buildup in the locker with compressor heated air. Other > considerations? Reliability? The obvious loss of valuable space in box for > cold plate...etc? single v. dual power? (12 volt or 12/120 volt). Would > really appreciate comment, and/or link to previous topic discussion. > Thanks... > > > *Chuck Saur* > *C&C 35-3 (1985)* > > *Morning Sky* > > (517)-490-5926 <(517)%20490-5926> > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you > wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: > https://www.paypal.me/stumurray > > All Contributions are greatly appreciated! > >
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