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Post Info TOPIC: Norcold or Dometic Basement Freezer/Fridge


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Norcold or Dometic Basement Freezer/Fridge


When I purchased my used coach, the Norcold basement freezer/fridge was kept by the former owner. I have been searching high and low for a replacement. The two models that I have been comparing are the Norcold MFRT-60 (this is what the coach originally had) and the Dometic CF-110. I have not been able to find either model as used or refurbished/rebuilt. If anyone has a lead on either model that is used/refurbished/rebuild, please contact me with the information.

Looking at new ones, currently PPL seems to have the best sale price on both models. The Norcold is going for $1019.00 and the Dometic is going for $808.00. Both items would have pretty hefty shipping charge, but no sales tax charges.

It appears both are very similar in features and I am trying to justify the $200 price difference. The Norcold states that it automatically switches from DC to AC when AC is available and I do not see that feature listed for Dometic; however, the Norcold is a bit smaller at 2.12 cu ft and the Dometic is 3.17 cu ft. Other than the price, cu ft, and auto DC/AC switch, I really do not see any other glaring differences.

Do any of you have experience with either make or model, either good or bad? Any suggestions on which way to go and why you would choose one over the other? This is a major purchase for me and I want to make the best informed choice I can before making such a purchase.

Here are some pertinent links if you want to see additional information:

Norcold Factory Info - http://www.thetford.com/Home/Products/Norc...01/Default.aspx

PPL Norcold Info - http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-refr...tor-freezer.htm

Dometic Factory Info - http://www.dometic.com/enus/Americas/USA/R...uctdataid=81814

PPL Dometic Info - http://www.pplmotorhomes.com/parts/rv-refr...le-freezers.htm

I appreciate any help or further leads on this topic either by posting a reply or sending a private message.

Thanks!

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