Galanz Retro Fridge Review

[@kingnothing5678]

Man in his garage reviewing a retro refrigerator after a beer. Perfect American dream.

[@ryangrey8643]

Bought a Galanz and it was delivered in a box that was not all smashed up. We took it out of the box and were happy to see there were no dents like numerous reviewers had complained of. Plugged it in and heard a click & came back to it 48 hours later only to realize it was not running but the compressor was warm to the touch. Moved it around and plugged it into different outlets and it would click on but never run. Royal PIA to re-box it and return it to the store. I would pass on this brand for sure!

[@noonespecial9233]

Dude this is insanely helpful, you're the bomb

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

Update!!! I moved this fridge into my climate controlled office earlier this year and it is great. Again, my biggest complaint with this fridge is that it's not well suited for a cold, unheated garage.

[@4paulseyes]

Thanks for the info. You kind of have it right but in reverse. It's the freezer that keeps the fridge cold so, when the fridge isn't calling for coldness the freezer isn't needed to come on hence the warmer temp in the freeze.

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

That's what I had meant to say if I said it wrong. Thank you

[@PharaohstreasureMyStargate]

Probably could have placed a small insulation cover over the compressor area. The compressor should stay warm. The worst thing about this Galanz is that when I relay starter goes Galanz has no replacement parts for. There are parts. You will see the 1 or 3 pin relay and not the two that comes with it. I ordered the one pin by mistake. I just ordered the three pin and I will just connect the same two numbers and that should work.

[@PeterPeter-hi9sg]

How loud/quiet are they?

[@BoodaSDavis]

I love this dude already 😂😂 great review

[@williemaykit7940]

That stove is pretty cool. We have a Wedgwood from the 1920s. It’s a decoration and microwave stand. We have all the burners, but o haven’t tried fire it up. I was told that they ran on naphtha back then. Yours looks great!

[@lindalonghi3453]

Is this a GLR46T-Bker model number?

[@mnorris731]

How do you change door? I need to take top off but can't figure it out. Can you help? Also I can't get it to freeze or cool fridge to 40 degrees... any ideas? Runs fine temp on 5 ...HELP

[@edwincampoverde787]

If the freezer doesn't work what should I do?

[@Diablo2AndOps]

Old video but I'd love to see how you insulated ur garage doors

[@barbosaldanha]

Very good explanation, I’ve looking to understand why my freezer turn in water sometimes, now I know, refrigerator in very low temperature the freezer stops working because the refrigerator dasn’t turn on enough to keep the freezer working properly. 👍👏👏 Thank you!

[@mspurdii]

How many cubic feet is it?

[@DeL-sm8bl]

Why do you transfer the items to the other fridge for winter? Is the fridge turn off during winter?

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

I keep it on but If I know I'm not going heat the garage for 3 or 4 days I'll move everything out of the freezer

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

When the ambient temperature stays below 55 the freezer does not freeze very well.

[@robertmoreno5499]

Us that because it actually needs heat to produce cold ? Like Heat of Fusion?

[@lizandrian7951]

For an tropical island tempeture you think it works?

[@pilotapollo]

Bro thanks for the video but please turn off background noise and additional music in the future and Im sure more people will appreciate your videos! Cheers!

[@nancypm1985]

Nice review! I want to buy it but here in my country that brand isnt well know, so if stop working I dont know where to get the parts

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

Not exactly well known here either but the price is low enough to take the chance. What country are you in, if I may ask.

[@nancypm1985]

@@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040 Im from Costa Rica and you are right, its very afforable

[@SoapMaker200]

Its not just the Galanz, its all these 3.1 fridges and the 4.5s ive tried its such a pain to get the fridge and freezer dialed in and i live in Long Beach CA the temps are mild and it still struggles and the freezer still isnt great, ur always messing with that dial to keep stuff frozen but not mess up the stuff in the fridge and things in my small fridge never keeps food as long as it does in my big full size fridge but.its GREAT for drinks

[@janisesummers5168]

Does this Galanz work outside when it's hot ? I have one and the back inside freezes up and the inside top drips ..also the sides on the outside are very warm to the touch

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

I mean I wouldn't have it outside exposed to the elements. I can't say what's going on with yours but I don't have any problems with mine in a garage. But just like any fridge/freezer at this price point, frost will eventually build. I guess it would also depend on where you live and the usual ambient temperature. I would just guess that this fridge is probably not the most efficient fridge if it's 100 degrees out all the time.

[@kcosbey]

More fridges are not rated for garages (or cold areas), as strange as that sounds. I was shocked too, but found that fridges are engineered for room temp, and will not have a long shelf life in cold garages.

[@emilystitt9373]

So the freezer stops working but does the refrigerator part still work below 55?

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

Yes. The fridge stays at temp regardless in my experience.

[@manny6584]

Probably doesn't matter because if it's way under 55 in the garage, everything in the fridge will remain cool anyway.

[@renaelynn6376]

u can always spray paint

[@FacebookQueen]

I live in the basement with limited space. This fridge is my favourite colour and has more freezer space than my small fridge that has barley anything. I’m worried about the few bad things I have heard or read about this product. Hope it will be okay if I get one. Great video 😊

[@mattmopar440]

if you wire the light to stay on it should fix this issue BTW the light bulb will produce enough heat to kick the compressor on from time to time

[@QuackZack]

That will maul your electric bill because that might trick the thermostat into thinking the fridge/freezer is hotter than it actually is. In fact, a lot of fridge manuals say to NEVER shine a direct heat source and keep it out of sunlight.

[@robertmoreno7932]

I just bought a new retro blue one and the compressor won’t shut off ! WHy ????

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

That I don't know. But when you brought it home did you keep it upright or lay it down? Anytime you move a fridge or air conditioner, if you lay it down, you have to stand it back up unplugged for the same amount of time it was tipped over. What happens is the oil and coolant runs out of the pump and can screw up the pump. At least that's my understanding

[@robertmoreno5499]

Thank you, I did have to tip it to take it down the stairs, I plugged it right in I hope I did not damage it I just unplugged it. Stay tuned, thank you

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

Also idk how long you had it running but it did take mine quite a while initially to get cold. After that it doesn't run too much and is surprisingly quite.

[@bucksshots3109]

Hey man, would you buy this fridge again?

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

I would. Only thing about it like I said is if the ambient temperature is below 50 the freezer doesn't freeze very well. Knowing that I'm fine with it. It's great in the summer and when I keep the shop consistently heated.

[@Zachism]

Thanks for this review. What size is the model you have?

[@lolvely1]

7.6 cubic feet

[@dawndid5972]

Most helpful ive ever seen bt5

[@dawndid5972]

I love your story brother u ❤ 💙 r amazed ❤ 💙

[@thehandsurgeon]

Very helpful! Thanks!

[@rodstevens1906]

Do I need to attach a length of plastic drain tube to the copper drain tube stub?

[@thesweetness7856]

Did you end up doing that? I just installed mine yesterday and I’m worried about leaking! 😬

[@wascalywabbit]

Damn.. You just talked me right out of it... I was gonna get it for my cabin,but. Im SE ohio on the river.. Looks like I'll be spending more on a name brand..

[@cuernavacadave]

I have the GALANZ 3.0ft Retro red freezer. Bought it a year ago last February (2022) after about 3 months it quit working and things started to thaw. I managed to get a lot out of it before it was ruined. However, the next day it started working again. So, called the company and they said it it happened to unplug for 24 hrs and plug it back in and turn the setting to the lowest. So, this week, I started noticing a putrid smell coming out of the basement and discovered it was the freezer, sometime in the last week or two, it had quit and everything rotted!!! When I was getting ready to clean it, the bloody thing started again. Long story, they said it’s only a year warranty, but, they may give me a 50% refund. I had to send a mess of photos and proof of purchase, but as of right now, May 11/23, not response, but, it was just last night that I sent the info. So, fingers crossed, but I’ll never buy another Galanz Fridge or freezer and am a bit leery of buying anything that they make!

[@jamalnasir5648]

A house nearby blew up because they were storing propane tanks in the garage. Family escaped through a back door

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

This garage isn't attached to my house. I probably wouldnt have the same set up if it was.

[@dougbennett8003]

My Galanz lasted 5 yrs and quit but it was in a unheated garage, wouldn`t buy a another one.

[@youngmasterzhi]

You forgot one more negative: It can open a portal to a range of nightmarish horrors during night time.

[@dawndid5972]

Milwaukee men are never always right tho? But however its frightening lee accurate so i cant appreciate your trying help more than 33 or 34

[@Charlie_Chicago]

You know what your garage needs? Another fridge. Jesus man, calm down with the fridge buying. Are you collecting them or something?

[@thedomesticatedhillbilly3040]

Lol the big fridge gets used for its freezer. And I no longer have the red one in there. Took it to my office. Works fantastic inside.

[@shawncirignano4876]

Should have watched your video first.

[@wiggelyworm2877]

Your beard is little like the fridge. Fridge looks cool but too small for that I give it a nay

[@tinog100]

he's got a bunch of crap inside the fridge

[@adamsmith2616]

How many cubic feet is this fridge?