RV Refridgerator AMMONIA LEAK!!! - Full Time Off Grid RV Living

[@valekreed4935]

I was tired of my fridge playing games. So I found a replacement 12 v fridge. It's co.pression like a residential one so all the ammonia crap isn't needed giving you much more space. It runs on 12v so I can run it off of my batteries and solar. Although I plan to get a dedicated battery. Apparently that's what your supposed to have. It fit the same hole with a slight modification. But I'm very pleased. $900 and I financed it. Came in the mail. I plan to replace the one in my new rv and in my camper. No more propane! I'm 100% off grid so if I can get as many appliances onto solar I'm better off. Especially now that the world's ending.

[@gypsyjenna]

That is a good price considering my propane fridge cost me more than that to have it fixed lol

[@nancyscott2649]

We have fridges in the vans

[@axemanjoe2945]

I'll bet wasp nests would block the heat in the vent too. My hydroflame furnace was blocked solid with them

[@FordRVRefrigeration]

You can find DIY RV refrigerator diagnostic and repair videos at you tube type in FRVTS

[@colin8532]

HA! I stood in that exact spot in that Bass Pro last year. Unless it moved since you were there, or something lol

[@gypsyjenna]

Likely not lol. The Moncton Bass Pro is way better than the one in Dartmouth!

[@colin8532]

@@gypsyjenna - Ah well. The tank looked the same lol. It was an awesome store. I had a LOT of money wanting to part ways with me, and I don't have the amount that wanted to leave!

[@gypsyjenna]

Haha I meant it likely didn't move. Bass Pro is like Disney to me! Lol

[@colin8532]

@@gypsyjenna - Oops, I get it now, duh. Sorry, I didn't get much sleep last night AND I'm blond 😝

[@NYCamper62]

Glad your satisfied with the repairs, I was surprised it didn't take that long.

[@gypsyjenna]

Super quick. 3 hour job 👍

[@donnarichardson2888]

I bought an all electric majic chef 9 cubic ft for $299 from home depot that fit into the cabinet almost perfectly after I took the feet off.

[@Prariedog]

Another great video jenna ,they are costly but the perfect choice for off grid living.i had used 2 6 volt batteries a 12 volt timer and a heat sink. Was able to keep icebox at 3 or 4 celcius. Worked great to keep things cool. I'll look for receipts for those goodies and keep you posted .

[@gypsyjenna]

Thanks for the info!

[@moemanncann895]

Not boring, cool aquarium, your ability to troubleshoot is admirable, glad you're okay after that storm.... Yes,a fridge is an important, nessecary appliance

[@donnarichardson2888]

And actually I had more room in the new fridge than the old dometic. Better buy a 3/8 cap for the lp line after you shut off lp line. I did it all myself. That ammonia will get in your lungs, nostril, and mouth and you can get your lungs scarred. I've had a cough ever since

[@bradkennett7504]

As I said in your last vid pull that frig out, you can put one outside under your awning, you can buy a combo electric and gas, you can have your new entrance to your bathroom. $800 is allot of money honey.

[@Debtfreehomesteaders]

I'm glad you were able to make the repair. Great video. -Will

[@phillipmorris1334]

hello from the Ozarks!! congrats on your new cooling system and warranty!! we must overcome difficulties rather than being overcome by them and time makes one wise and your home is a pleasant place from which you will draw happiness. cheers!!!!

[@patmurphy389]

Glad you were able to remove the fridge & take it to get it fixed!!!! Good deal jenna! Thank god there was someone who could fix it, even if they were not close by. thank you for the video!

[@gliOrtidiMauro]

Avrei fatto volentieri quel lavoro. mi piace fare tutto.. ciao ciao da Mauro in Italia.

[@xXRenaxChanXx]

Old video I know, but that definitely looked like burnt wiring. Yikes.

[@OurCabinInThewoods]

I was going to say only one problem where is the beer but you said it.lol. So happy you got that fixed. I used to travel the Nascar circuit and know all about coolers and a no working fridge. they are great when working. Stay warm thanks for the video.

[@bernie6956]

You have your priorities straight. Got to keep the beer cold.

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

You rock Gypsy Jenna. I got meself a 30 footer and am redoing the floor. it was used as a workshop so whats really nice is that its an open floor plan and I can layout everything how I want as opposed to having a narrow hallway and this is this and that is that. bathroom is all the way in the back. almost done and next will be the woodstove and murphy bed install etc...will post video perhaps soon....

[@gypsyjenna]

Keep me posted if ya do! Fun project!

[@MattyVanHalen]

Good video! Did you find out what was up with those burned wires?

[@gypsyjenna]

I am still uncertain. I am wondering if it was from when the fridge was overheating because of the nest on top of the vent! I am hoping to hell that is what it was lol

[@dansears9204]

@@gypsyjenna - It most certainly was if the wires were hot from inside the insulation on them would be bubbled or burnt through. No worries.

[@alexbennett8517]

I want to RV dealer and they told me I had to get a hold new frigerator what do I have to ask for

[@donjovi8544]

If u buy meat on way from home from work u wont need a fridge and if u eat more pasta and rice and beans.

[@MariaVasquez-cs8zk]

How many total screws did you have to remove?

[@gypsyjenna]

Hmm unfortunately I dont remember now but I feel like maybe between 6 and 10. Sorry, hope that helps

[@johninokla2635]

I have to agree I don't know how anyone can live with an ice cooler as a fridge. I have a fridge/freezer in my old RV that works off and on. So it needs some troubleshooting done to it. When I saw the part where you had the fridge door shut to keep the smell inside the fridge I was thinking why don't you open the door to let the ammonia smell air out and you could go outside. But then you would have to put the cats on the catio or outside. Anyway, so glad to see it is fixed. = ) edit: I could spend hours walking around the Bass Pro store.

[@gypsyjenna]

For sure, that store is thr best!!

[@mikecalvin1402]

Good days ahead 😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@trevorwilliams2455]

WOW another awesome video! We learn so much from your content! We are hoping to take the big step and live full time in our camper off grid as well. We live just outside Charlottetown PEI, the same kinda weather as you and was wondering how we were gonna handle our refridgeration needs. We were wondering if you keep track of your propane use? Like how much you go through on a given month, winter vs summer as far as pounds? We were getting about 2 weeks running our fridge and freezer last summer, would you say thats about the same as you? and have you ever thought about getting larger tanks? Or running off solar instead of propane? Thanks again for your awesome videos! Looking forward to more from you!

[@gypsyjenna]

That is great to hear and yes the weather should be very similar! I have multiple 20 and 30 lb propane tanks. Usually 2 weeks or more out of them. In the winter you will go through a lot if you use your on board furnace but I use wood stove instead. The furnace is always set incase no one is home to tend the fire. I hope the transition to off grid goes well for you!

[@kdscrapping4452]

Nicely done !! Just give it a hip check, might go back in place!!!!! L O L !!!

[@dansears9204]

The part alone is $550 USD a new unit runs $1000 to $1500 USD and that's without shipping, Been there done that. Good luck sweetheart.Hope you have a uneventful winter from here on out...💖

[@durango8882]

I understand why you fixed it, you’re off grid and use it using propane. $800 ☹️😵‍💫🤢

[@ronkiser5236]

Be careful.camper fridges also run on propane. Check to see if there was a recall on that unit.. they had a big recall years ago. Worth looking into. Bleach white should fix the yellowing.. that's the stuff for white wall tires at the car parts store

[@ronkiser5236]

Be careful.camper fridges also run on propane. Check to see if there was a recall on that unit.. they had a big recall years ago

[@Oldtimecarpenter]

Geez what a pain in the butt that is! I know because I’ve had the same problems in a few of the campers I’ve owned. I’ve had the same problem with mice nesting in the vent and anyplace they could squeeze into. You did everything anyone could possibly do which shows how self sufficient you are! You could trim off the area that protrudes out with some 1/4 round that’s available at Home Depot or most home centers. Comes in wood grain finish or white. Just a thought! Ya done really good Jenna!!! Cheers.....Pete.

[@bearmaine]

RV fridges are of the "absorption" type and contrary to logic, they work HARDER in cold temps. I bite the bullet and shut mine off during the cold months, since mother nature provides lots of ice for my cooler. As soon as spring arrives, I'll turn it on again.

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Yikes does look old