Free to good home, NovaKool RFU8000-DC fridge

[Sean]

Folks,

I have been offered a NovaKool RF8000 refrigerator/freezer, 2001 vintage, which operates on a Danfoss compressor that works on either 12 or 24 volts.  These units run $1,700 new (yes, you read that right).  (Check it out on Novakool's web site, http://www.novakool.com/products/two_doors/rfu6200_6800_8000_9000.htm -- scroll down to RFU8000.)

This unit is used and was removed from a yacht in working condition.  Apparently, it got left outside in the rain, and now no longer works, probably due to water in one of the circuit boards.

The owner needs to unload this thing in the next day.  If he can't, he's just going to dump it.  He has offered it to any takers, either whole or in parts, for just the cost of crating and shipping, which he has estimated at around $100.  He is in Miami.

I thought about taking the compressor for a spare, but really have no place to store it.  Moreover, it would be a shame to rip this thing apart, because I am guessing that someone who is good with a meter can get it working again -- the compressor is probably fine.  I would also guess that any cosmetic water damage can also be easily addressed.

Bottom line is that, IMO, you could get this for $100 and put maybe $200 or so into it and have a working unit.  And, if you are doing an all-electric coach, particularly on a 24-volt chassis, the Novakool is definitely the bomb -- we have an RF7500 ourselves, and I would not trade it for anything.  If you took it and could not make a complete working unit out of it, I would guess you could easily get your shipping money back just by selling the Danfoss compressor alone on eBay.

I am not posting this guy's contact information here, because he is very busy trying to get his boat ready for departure in two days, and I don't want to be the guy responsible for overloading his inbox.  If you have any interest in this, please email me direct (slwelsh -at- gmail -dot- com) and I will hook you up.

Also note this is first-come, first-serve and so it may be gone by the time you respond.  And, again, you will need to be ready to close the deal today or tomorrow, sight unseen (I will not ask him for photos or anything else that will take more of his time), since he has to ship it before he shoves off.

-Sean
http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com

[Sean]

OK, folks, here is an update from Don, who was first on the list and has talked to the owner:

Just talked to [the owner].  He was thinking to remove the compressor and only ship that.  The doors are removed and face plate was used for new install.  I would need the whole thing to be useful to me.

He is checking on crating and shipping.  The shipping estimate I have from FEDEX dock to dock [from FL to WA] without crating is $251, guessing at total weight and size of 150lbs and 3X3X5ft. He would need to crate and deliver to their dock. I would probably be in it for at least $350.

With his limited time and the distance involved it would probably be much simpler if a local busnut can grab it.  Is there anyone else in the local area interested?

So, given this additional information, I will now ask if anyone in Florida wants to run down and get this today.  Failing that, if anyone just wants the compressor, clearly he would do that, too (although I'm not sure the compressor can be removed without letting all the refrigerant out).

Email me off-list if interested.

-Sean
http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com

[Sean]

Sorry, should also have mentioned that he also has a Splendide washer for the taking.

All free to whoever wants to go get it.

-Sean
http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com

[Singing Land Cruiser]

Hi Sean, Christi said "Washer? I want a Washer!" Now what do we do? Plz give us some details. Thanks, M&C

[Sean]

Hi Sean, Christi said "Washer? I want a Washer!" Now what do we do? Plz give us some details. Thanks, M&C

You'd need to get to Miami by (I think) tomorrow morning some time to pick it up.  Are you anywhere close?

-Sean
http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com

[Singing Land Cruiser]

Rats, No. We are still in AZ. Thanks anyway. M&C