Date:         Mon, 13 Aug 2012 22:01:28 -0700
Reply-To:     neil n <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         neil n <musomuso@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Substitute for the RM182B
Comments: To: Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@gmail.com>
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Top loaders are more efficient than a front loader using the same or
similar compressor etc.? If so, how?

I may be in the market for a compressor type fridge. An easily moved
portable might be the ticket. Especially if it's more efficient.

Neil.

On Mon, Aug 13, 2012 at 8:22 PM, Robert Stevens <mtbiker62@gmail.com> wrote:


> If I hadn't already popped for my Vitrifrigo, I'd be doing this:
>
> http://www.compactappliance.com/FP430-Compact-EdgeStar-Portable-Refrigerator-Freezer/FP430,default,pd.html
>
> Using the Dometic/Vitri space for storage, and add a 50W solar panel on
> the pop top to run everything.
>
> Top loaders are MUCH more efficient and can actuallly store suitable
> amounts of mass-quantities to be
> "out there" as long as the 50W panel will allow (about 7-8 full
> dry-camping days without recharge of any
> kind, except solar).
>
> Of course, having 140-200 amp hour aux battery set up, supports that above
> example.
>
> bob




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