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• Need cap for fresh water tank and fridge drain tube
  Historical mailing list - caverat
  Wed, 22 Oct 2003 20:43:10 -0400
  ...I am also looking for a replacement for the metal drain cap for my fridge drain tube. If you know of a suitable replacement...
• Westy / Vanagon parts wanted
  Historical mailing list - Westyman
  Tue, 13 Apr 2004 11:55:19 -0700
  ...cabinet Dometic fridge drip tray Fiberglass rear bumper, center section with no cracks One alloy wheel Inexpensive tan kitchen cabinet with fridge, sink, etc...
• fridge blowing out
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Wed, 26 May 2004 11:39:01 -0400
  ...while driving over 50 mph my fridge blows out. why? and what is a straight forward way to fix. the gasket seems good, the...
• Re: Westy fridge fan on, but fridge is off (I think)
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Tue, 7 Sep 2004 19:03:30 -0700
  This may be true, but 'fresh' air can come in through the climate control vents and the battery compartment, and (depending on year) the...
• Re: Westy Fridge Endurance
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 20 Jan 2005 19:42:27 -0500
  ...Westy Fridge Endurance How long will the Westy's Refrigerator last on a tank of propane? Thanks............, contemplating a trip to Baja, Mexico in...
• Need Dometic fan thermostatic switch
  Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
  Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:19:20 -0600
  Regarding the switch mounted on the Dometic 182 fridge cooling fins which turns on the rear refrigerator fan on warm days never goes bad...
• Re: gowesty aux battery problems
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Pearson
  Sun, 9 Apr 2006 10:27:26 -0500
  thanks to the folks who pointed out the fridge 12v setting. that was the problem. i like easy solutions, even if they make me...
• Re: fridge problems-LEAST IMPACT TO THE EARTH
  Historical mailing list - Michael Hart
  Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:05:52 -0800
  ...It is cheaper and greener to run the fridge on propane than on gasoline. If the fridge is on battery power when driving, the...
• Re: Propane and refrigerator success
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sun, 28 Jun 2015 13:05:19 -0500
  Lots of people in cottage country use propane fridges if you're off the grid. They work as well as a conventional fridge. No...
• Re: Looking For 'Fridge Door/Facia
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 23 Jul 2014 00:33:00 -0400
  ...I need the facia/frame that goes around the 'fridge door for my '90 Westy. I cut mine up when I installed my Norcold...
• Re: Alternator light mystery
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 24 May 2010 23:47:05 -0400
  ...Alternator light mystery At 11:19 PM 5/24/2010, Dennis Haynes wrote: >On the campers, the ground for the fridge relay is through...
• Fw: Faucet Fun, etc. . .
  Historical mailing list - W. Silva
  Tue, 10 Jun 1997 21:42:30 -0400
  ...He deals with Dometic and other fridges > that work the same way. > Sorry for the wrong info. > > Wendy > '85 Westy, "S-CAPE" > ---------- > > From: Richard...
• need help on fridge
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 4 Jun 1997 22:51:30 -0400 (EDT)
  ...Can you help me with my Dometic Fridge in 87' Westy? Here's the problem.... Runs fine, and cold on AC, DC, but when...
• Re: fridge blowing out
  Historical mailing list - Doug Alcock
  Wed, 26 May 2004 11:52:58 -0400
  ...while driving over >50 mph my fridge blows out. why? and what is a straight forward way to >fix. the gasket seems good, the...
• Re: refrigerator fan
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 22 Jul 2004 09:13:44 -0700
  ...I first thought it was the temp sensor which is attached to the fins on the outside back of the fridge, but it tested...
• Lighting Dometic when already cold. Tip
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 22 Aug 2007 10:21:24 -0700
  ...Especially when fridge already cooled down. i.e. pre cooled from night before on AC. The flame on mine wouldn't always stay lit...
• Re: Alternative to Cover Camper Fridge Vent
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:43:48 -0500
  The fridge vent cover is only supposed to be used when washing the vehicle (to prevent water from the spray getting into the vent...
• Re: Comments wanted on this portable fridge
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sun, 5 Aug 2007 17:33:38 -0700
  ...The > downside is that the portables take up a huge amount of floor space, and I > think if the fridge were stowed away in...
• Re: what to do when you have the fridge out?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Mon, 2 Mar 2009 12:15:18 -0800
  On Mon, Mar 2, 2009 at 11:19 AM, Florian Speier <groups.florian@gmail.com> wrote: > I just have the kitchen and fridge out...
• Re: Dometic in 100F ambient?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Fri, 7 Sep 2007 10:08:42 -0700
  ...I > kept the van closed tight, new interior fan on, fridge empty. > > > time fridge temp van temp elapsed time notes > 18:00 27.4...
• Re: Power source for fan on my Dometic fridge under AC power only
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 30 May 2015 11:48:38 -0700
  ...With a VOM - probe to vehicle frame and + probe to appropriate wire at vehicle side fridge connector, you should see battery voltage. And yes...
• Re: Why???
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Fri, 27 Feb 2015 14:37:44 -0800
  ...Is the condensate drain (under the fridge on the van floor) open? 4. Did you puff air through the condensate line? 5. Did you...
• Re: Fridge burner LED
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 10 Jun 2000 23:50:19 -0500
  ...Fridge burner LED > At 12:36 6/10/2000, Ron Bloomquist wrote: > >On my Fridge burner LED I have noticed it is lit when...
• Re: Fridges - are they worth it?
  Historical mailing list - Cooper, Jonathan R.
  Tue, 4 Sep 2001 13:02:25 -0400
  We use our fridge a lot. It cools well and makes ice. It works on propane and 12 VDC. It requires some space planning...
• Re: Dead mouse benind Westy cabinets?
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Sat, 22 Sep 2007 08:32:20 -0700
  ...On 22 Sep 2007 at 6:23, Paul Guzyk <paullist@GUZYK.COM> wrote: > Sounds like a good excuse to service your fridge if you...
• Re: Two propane tanks
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Tue, 12 Jul 2016 16:09:41 -0300
  ...Sometimes, I’ll get the fridge cool on AC before trying to light it this way. I can still get my fridge lit, but...
• Westy culinary water line
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Sat, 9 Jan 2010 13:33:09 -0700
  ...Assumed that the water line was frozen down low where it runs under the fridge, but have not been able to remove line even...
• Re: Refrigerator gasket and flame goes out remedies
  Historical mailing list - Leonard Sitongia
  Tue, 7 Aug 2012 08:48:56 -0600
  On Tue, 07 Aug 2012 08:40:02 -0600, David Vickery <david_vickery@yahoo.com> wrote: > Your fridge doesn't sound like it is...
• Dead mouse benind Westy cabinets?
  Historical mailing list - Ed Duntz
  Sat, 22 Sep 2007 09:03:34 -0400
  ...I've sniffed around, and think I've narrowed it down to behind the fridge or behind the whole cabinet system, in the wall...
• Original Dometic Fridge for "sale"
  Historical mailing list - Jeremy Stovin
  Sat, 12 Jul 2014 11:06:10 -0700
  I replaced the fridge from my '87 Westy. Now I need to get rid of it. As far as I know, it worked. Probably...
• Parts for your stock Dometic Fridge
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 21 Apr 2011 23:58:54 -0400
  ...We also offer many other commonly needed Dometic fridge replacement parts at reasonable prices: http://busdepot.com/view.jsp?model=43&prodgroup=1039 - Ron...
• Re: Insulation behind Dometic fridge?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Fri, 31 Jul 2009 23:40:20 -0700
  ...passel of > threads, the first one of which is headed Dometic Fridge. Rear Insulation > Questions.<http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t...
• thank you
  Historical mailing list - Earl Smith
  Thu, 3 Apr 1997 11:45:44 -0800 (PST)
  Thanks to all the folks who sent information on getting the fridge running. Shawn reminded me it had to be nearly level so I...
• Re: Dometic Temperature
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Tue, 27 Apr 1999 09:45:34 -0700
  ...Despite the relentless heat the fridge remained cold throughout. I had my fridge tuned by a Dometic repair shop and it has worked very...
• Electrical - '90 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Ralph P. Geho
  Thu, 3 Jun 1999 16:14:22 -0400
  ...12v, 100w (8.3a) for charging 12v batteries I would like to be able to run the fridge and water pump, and maybe a...
• Re: FS Parting out a Vanagon Wesy interior
  Historical mailing list - Scott Kraning
  Tue, 29 Jun 1999 15:48:33 EDT
  I've been looking for a rack for my 'fridge for ever! There are 2 of them, the smaller one is just under the...
• Re: fridge fan and smell
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 27 Apr 2002 15:26:12 -0600
  ...You may have to start pulling your fridge out and some of the cabinetry apart to get a better look and the line from...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Joseph J. Liasse
  Thu, 21 May 1998 01:26:51 -0400
  ...My >fridge is broke and costs too much to fix($450!). >Maybe an earlier model westy Icebox will fit? The >maximum dimensions are: 16...
• Door seals for Dometic 182: Dometic Fridge Defrosting & Fuel Consumption
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Wed, 26 May 1999 10:47:40 -0400
  ...Dometic Fridge Defrosting & Fuel Consumption Icing is related to the amount of moisture in the air. Obviously more of a problem in humid climates...
• Re: Refrigerator Problems
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 17 May 1999 16:58:06 -0700
  ...In order for the fridge to work right on propane, the vanagon must be level. Make sure it is, then light the fridge and...
• Re: Fixed Propane Fridge
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 27 Aug 2003 20:33:53 -0700
  ...switch off after the fridge has been lit, this > may be a good idea if I'm not in the van as if the...
• Re: fridge problems-LEAST IMPACT TO THE EARTH
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Tue, 13 Feb 2007 15:56:10 -0500
  ...It is cheaper and greener to run the fridge on propane than on gasoline. If the fridge is on battery power when driving, the...
• Re: fridge thermometer
  Historical mailing list - Rich Durant
  Mon, 14 Sep 1998 15:34:14 -0700
  ...fridge thermometer > >I've been looking for an indoor/outdoor thermometer so that I can put the >remote sensor inside the fridge. I have...
• Re: fridge problems-LEAST IMPACT TO THE EARTH
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Schwaia
  Tue, 13 Feb 2007 13:44:13 -0800
  ...It is cheaper and greener to run the fridge on propane than on gasoline. If the fridge is on battery power when driving, the...
• Re: More on fridge-be-gone (home brew version)
  Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
  Thu, 5 Nov 2020 22:03:04 -0800
  I was quite impressed with the weight reduction after removing both the fridge and the tank. Because the propane fridge is quite small, we...
• Re: PERFECT wireless thermometer for the westfalia fridge!
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 13 Jul 2011 05:40:07 -0400
  ...However, I've become quite a well educated > fridge user over this time. I have owned several thermometers and finally > found one I LOVE...
• dometic fridge running away
  Historical mailing list - rob hatcher
  Mon, 20 Jul 1998 18:14:57 -0500
  Went out to get in camper the other day and heard the fan running in the fridge. It was off. Actually even when it...
• Dometic 182 Fridge seal (Gasket)
  Historical mailing list - Adam Puzerewski
  Wed, 3 May 2000 04:34:49 -0400
  Anyone out there need a new fridge seal? I have found a suitable material to do the job. It is a gasket material close...
• 12V substitutes for OEM Dometic refrigerator / fridge?
  Historical mailing list - vw_traveler
  Sat, 17 May 2003 11:51:30 -0400
  ...Has anyone tried replacing the Dometic with a 12V only fridge, such as the Igloo Kool Mate 40? http://www.igloocoolers.com/products/active...
• refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - rockin' robyn
  Thu, 20 Jan 2005 01:03:41 -0800
  ...I would like to have a working fridge, but where would I find one? I've tried searching the 'net and I can only...
• Re: chrome window mldg.
  Historical mailing list - Bob Mac
  Sun, 7 Aug 2005 15:38:46 -0400
  ...I also installed a circulating fan in the fridge. This is definitely the answer to the lame fridge. I just checked the thermometer 43...
• Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:14:42 -0700
  ...Normally I fire up my fridge on AC at home. This helps start the rise of hotter air in exhaust flue. Lighting fridge on...
• Re: Top-Load Fridge for Westy
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:22:11 -0700
  ...Top-Load Fridge for Westy > > >"All of the things above do nothing to stop drop out of cold when the >door is opened but...
• Re: Help w/ Electrolux 3-way fridge with 220V
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 9 Oct 2013 06:21:33 -0400
  ...YIKES ! How does this misinformation get started ? Anyways, yes, as Eric said I have a few Dometic fridges here for parts but not sure...
• Re: Refrigerator lighting
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 1 Sep 2011 21:51:26 -0700
  ...Karl makes a great point about venting the back of the fridge. That heat, combined with a hot interior, really challenges the fridge. Hopefully...
• Westy Fridges, Let's Fix Them!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Wed, 12 May 1999 18:47:01 -0700
  ...I propose to lead a list effort to troubleshoot and repair all of our fridges. I have 2 other Westys in my driveway and...
• Re: undeniable signs
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Wed, 28 Apr 1999 01:13:12 +0200
  ...That way, you just burp for your fridge. Just be sure to keep your windows open, and have any sensitive persons far away if...
• Re: Dometic Fan
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:56:44 -0700
  ...just came across Frank Condelli & Associates article on fridge > maintenance (See http://www.frankcondelli.com/fridge.htm ), and one of > the upgrades they recommend...
• Re: Problem with Stancor 120-901 relay??
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:33:17 -0700
  ...The voltage at the fridge relay when the fridge is running on 12 volts can be down at the 11 volt range depending on...
• Re: Westy Fridges, Let's Fix Them!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 12 May 1999 21:29:09 -0700
  Count me in as interested! My 84 Westie's fridge doesn't work on propane :( At 18:47 12/05/1999 -0700, Mark Drillock...