I still use the stock fridge, even in the Alabama heat (though I don't try
it this time of year). I have no plans to change, as it is cheap,
dependable and easy. After 20 years of Westy camping you learn to tailor
your recipes to adapt... that works best of all.

Jim

On Mon, Aug 1, 2022 at 11:17 AM Eric Caron <ericcaron96@comcast.net> wrote:

> Silly me.
>
> Years ago I thought I was smart to take out the fridge shelves to get more
> room.. I just put them back and that give me much more room!
>
> The last three trips I used just the stock refrigerator and the darn thing
> just keeps working great.
>
>         Someday I’ll upgrade but not until it stops keeping food and
> drinks cold, and stops lighting easily.
>
>         I also figure the refrigerators and solar panels just keep getting
> better so when I do get on board it will be a nice addition.
>
> Or, someone else will upgrade and their current system will become
> available and feel like magic when I add to my van.
>
> But, until current house batteries and old systems let me down I’ll keep
> using them.
>
>         I sort of am in shock each time the stock refrigerator fires up
> and just works.
>
> Eric Caron