What Size Overlanding Fridge Do I Need? Dometic CFX3 55IM & PLB40 in Jeep Wrangler JL Ecodiesel

[@kaiserman6667]

Domestic 45l and Jackery 1000. This unit will run the fridge at 38 degrees for 125+ hours unaided. Backup have a 100w solar panel that would feed the Jackery and my Jeep battery. This works great for me. Went with the 45l because I felt it was the best overall compromise of space and power consumption. No regrets so far.

[@rubicon_north675]

I’ve been using the same one for about a year now, I get about 4-5 days off the Jackery 1000, less if you’re making ice. Great fridge.

[@josephsoper9036]

using the cfx55im for the last few months camping. It is definately a great unit especially when we're out in the desert on a multiple night camp. the old standard coolers werent cutting it. picked up the dometic at a great price as someone on amazon screwed up and it was listed for about 3 hours at 40% of the normal price. Tried using it with my bluetti ac50s and it worked ok to begin with running off solar all day then the battery only at night, biggest issue was that it did not get all the way through the night. It would completely drain the bluetti after about 9 hours. Managed to figure out out that that the ice maker draws a ton of juice, turned it off and difference was huge. Now there is still over 50% lef tin bluettin in the morning. we can pretty much run indefinate as long there is a bit of sun....

[@RaffyAdventures]

Got my CFX3 55 IM last April... went on a 4day camping trip and it’s nice that we don’t need to worry about ice and the app is nice . Those extra battery would be perfect match for it🤣😁

[@PanzerMace]

I ordered the CF3 55IM from a company on Amazon but they sent the wrong product (an outdoor mat?). It took 10 weeks before they finally refunded the cost. So I went to a local shop (4 Wheel Parts) and got an ARB Zero 40Qt, in 5 days!! It works great with my Jackery 500, drains 60% in 24 hours at 4 degrees temperature. But I do plug in the Jackery into my Gladiator while driving so keeping it charged in no problem. Loving it!

[@ldv5831]

Got the same dometic battery for a year now, it’s been great, will keep the fridge going for almost 2 days. Buy a fridge cover, it really helps with power consumption. Buy solar panels, I have a solar blanket and most work with battery I have read. Battery charges really quick and at 8kg compared to by 30kg deep cycle ….well deep cycle has been sold

[@brentthibault3467]

Oooo I need one of those batteries for my Dometic 45!

[@RVingTheCountry]

Has he given it away yet? I have the CFX3 75. It’s a huge beast but selling to build a drawer system in back. I’m debating between the 55 or 45. The 45 seems perfect for a drawer system. Your suggestions?

[@mrchams]

I’m running the CFX33 in the back of my JLU. Works great the app is a little buggy. But love my fridge

[@raymondclark1785]

You don't really need a fridge to cool water. A terracotta jug using evaporative cooling will free up fridge space while camped.

[@Casey250]

Ill stick with a fridge but cool tip!!

[@ChrisWilliams-tn6fy]

I have the CFX3 55im. I love it! More than I need with the Jackery 1000 . 5 days just Jackery no charge... not bad.

[@richardjones990]

I need that "extra battery" for my fridge.

[@johnburnett1974]

I have a dometic cfx 100 and a cfx 55 and ccf 45. We use the 100 and 55 for overlanding. My wife and I use the ccf 45 and cfx 55 in our semi truck. I need to look into that plb 40 for overlanding power supply for the cooler/freezer.

[@ianmclaughlin8987]

Great video there, wow the Dometic is still running after several years. Looks like it will give you guys some epic meals.

[@Casey250]

Indeed!!

[@TheDon8771]

New sub. Nice setup. That fridge is dope👍🏻 and the battery, makes it the bomb. Definitely gonna look into this for my jk. I love the app ability. Thank you for a solid vid!

[@Dan007UT]

Love that you said "guess we're calling it overlanding now" 😂😂 I refuse to call it that still

[@mikeswildoutdoors7279]

Great vid Thanks!, I have a CFX3 95DZ works great and has all the space I need.

[@RVingTheCountry]

I need that battery. Currently running off an extra marine battery in back but that thing is sweet and compact! He’s subscriber. Hopefully you haven’t given it away yet. I own the cfx3 75. But selling it to get the 45 or 55 to build a drawer system in back. Can’t decide which way to go.

[@finfish260]

I have the 75DZW and slider mounted on a Goose Gear platform and it takes up the entire passenger side of the cargo bay. I run it with a Gold Zero 1000 connected to a 75 watt solar panel mounted up top. I can still sleep on the 40 percent side but the fridge wakes me up every time it turns on! No I'm not getting a roof top tent.

[@Casey250]

Thats a nice sounding setup. Lots of capacity in the 75

[@BTHAlaska]

Love the Sunday upload!

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

I just ordered a cfx 25 for my two door wrangler,

[@MusicLuv80]

You forgot to mention how long that portable buttery lasts.

[@markruppert9017]

I have the exact setup! Had the fridge for about a year and it’s awesome! Ice in the backcountry is great. I just received my plb40 so haven’t tried it out yet. I’m headed out for a 4 day trip in a couple of weeks. Hoping the plb40 will keep going and keep the fridge powered. Keep up the great work. Looking forward to how well your fridge and battery perform.

[@Casey250]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@229Reaper]

At wich temperature you need to set the fridge for making the little ice cubes?

[@Thexkidd]

A friend took that 40 % seat out and put his fridge there. You can always put it back.

[@Casey250]

True true. Ive contemplated it.

[@mylesl2890]

cool refrig review and awesome exoskeleton on the jeep. think i need one too

[@jasonwalker2639]

How long will the CFX3 55 run on the Dometic PLB 40 Battery?

[@hooligantimes9132]

Looking forward to put my CFX3 75 DUAL ZONE to the test with solar powered Jackery 1000.

[@Casey250]

Thats a nice fridge!

[@brentturner8085]

Battery is nice!

[@carsonpayne266]

What do you do for a living?

[@Wildhorn666]

@6:35 This is spooky... I only see Casey head floating

[@davemclean8667]

Great upload. Love the tv in the garage!

[@Casey250]

I really need to hook it up to something to use it haha

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

I'm old school cooler but like yourself catching up on camping part . Here in Southeast of US ice dose become problem in heat 🥵🥵. My upgrade plan solar panel on hood with straight plug in to battery makes charging easier . May want see make tray that's level rear seat I know jeep tight for space unless add system to trailer hitch ?

[@Casey250]

I am thinking about taking that seat out and seeing how I could fit the 55 better.

[@wrangler70jkujeep74]

@@Casey250 same as epic with Kong !

[@mansharansingh5224]

wow I need that one of batteries

[@crazycanuck4927]

Man overlanding takes up so much room…can you attach a cargo box to your tent and free up space in Jeep? I’ve seen others attach a rack for surf boards and bikes

[@Casey250]

I could for sure. I think the tent has a 150lb cargo capacity. I was thinking of putting Pelicans up there.

[@braddoell1146]

I’m using a Coleman Powerchill which drains my battery quickly, so I’ll definitely be staying tuned for the giveaway. Your new Dometic looks really nice!

[@Casey250]

Ya. A dometic fridge uses less power and goes colder.

[@awdgsx415]

I was trying to look up the dimensions of this fridge but not even listed on the manufacturer website 🤦‍♂️

[@Casey250]

They are just hard to find, under specifications there is another menu for dimensions. 17.91 x 18.90 x 28.35

[@awdgsx415]

@@Casey250 Thanks 👍🏽

[@laloolhouvum1634]

Mine is dometic 80 litre and it's good enough for a week or 10 days trip. Depends on what you're carrying in your fridge though. Dude, haven't you thought about sliders(for fridge)

[@Casey250]

I have. I need to determine if I neeed it though and where I best like the fridge sittting.

[@laloolhouvum1634]

@@Casey250 on the left side of the back (in my humble opinion). I, mean that's where I always bolted it on with the slider in my used 4WD. Never had a brand new 4wd.

[@wannagodiving]

I need that battery!

[@ninez5740]

Those batteries are hella expensive!

[@Anthonyrm86]

Just ordered a CFX3 95DZ for only one person...I'm thinking I went overkill

[@Casey250]

LOL Depends how many sparkling waters you need to bring :)

[@alvarotorinos2505]

Hi! First of all, I love your videos, always great content! I was looking to purchase this fridge but I am concern about the riveted seam inside. It looks like humidity or water could leak inside the walls, what are your thoughts/opinion about that? Thank you very much.

[@Casey250]

I can't speak for theh long term of the CFX55 but i've had my CFX28 for 3 years and no issues. Mind you I never have really spilled anything in it, and usually food is stowed in packaging or containers.

[@jefferykesler3933]

I run my Plb40 with a cfx3 45 the same exact way and it has been fantastic. Plb charges while vehicle is on and when stopped, fridge is powered by Plb40. I also run a 130 w solar panel that has a plb40 specific connection from overland solar. Comes in handy when stopped for long periods of time.

[@Casey250]

Ya i am really thinking about putting solar on my RTT

[@at6686]

I have the same set up, but haven’t used it for a longer trip. I’m planning on running the truck battery to the plb40 and the fridge from the plb40 while driving the truck and the use the same solar blanket to charge the plb40 when camping. Is that how you do it?

[@jefferykesler3933]

@@at6686 yep. Only difference is, I have the Plb plugged into the inverter or the 12v at rear of jeep.

[@at6686]

@@jefferykesler3933 Ok. That makes sense. I ran the dometic DC hardware kit to the back of my truck directly from the truck battery to make it as efficient as possible. I probably need an on off switch.

[@johnowens8530]

All the letters on your shirts and hats are still larger than what I like, unfortunately

[@Casey250]

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[@wannagodiving]

I think you spelled this wrong, I click it, but it goes nowhere. Is it missing the y?

[@alexgonzo19]

How about that battery ? 😂

[@thepavementendsnow1901]

👍

[@TrulyUnfortunate]

Another reason not to own a jeep.

[@rickyelvis3215]

he actually bought a Jeep 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@MrJosephreygan]

Give away to Philippines!:D

[@SkyBlueOffRoad]

Meh, no adventure...maybe next time

[@Casey250]

BC is under travel restrictions so I am sticking around the house. Hoping to get out camping soon.