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Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Jkraft
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Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Hey all, a new refrigerator is on my to do list for the 31. Just curious to see what others have installed. I would really like to go with a stainless drawer type. Dometic, Vertifrigo, and Isotherm make these. My local dealer does have a special order isotherm in stock and that’s the 65 stainless drawer model. Normally an 8 month wait. I’m wondering if I should grab it. My current one works but it’s getting a little on the noisey side.
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Here is what I found so far

Cruise 65 Elegance is the replacement.

Door Models – Black & Silver are Both direct Replacements

Black- C065RBBAB71113AA – $1,195.99 – Fisheries Supply
- 20.9 H x 17.7 W x 18.4 D
- Weight 60 Lb
o (10lb heavier than the stainless door model)

Silver- CO65RSBAS71113AA- $1,255.99 – Fisheries Supply
- 20.9 H x 17.7 W x 18.4 D
- Weight 60 Lb
o (10lb heavier than the stainless door model)

Stainless - C065RNGIT71113AA - $1,550 - Defender
- 20.9 H x 17.7 W x 20.4 D (2” Deeper than above models)​
- Weight 50 LB (10 Lb Less)


Drawer Model
Stainless Fridge - 3065BG7C00000 - $1,837 Defender
- 20.9 H x 18.5 W x 21 D
- Weight 70 Lb
o Heaviest at 70 LB & 2.6” Deeper than door models

Stainless Fridge / Freezer - D065DNNIT41113AA - $1,800.99
- 20.9 H x 18.5 W x 21 D
- Weight 70 Lb
o Heaviest at 70 LB & 2.6” Deeper than door models
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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From least expensive to most, it's quite a bump just to keep your beer in a drawer although I'm sure you can find a way to rationalize it. :lol: :lol:

Do I need to mention the old adage - if it ain't broke, don't fix it? I know, I know, that's not your style either. 🤣

At least pull out the existing unit and make sure you have the depth for the biggest one.

It's gonna be pretty however it ends up.
Nancy
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1978 Trojan F32, 1998-2012
1983 Grady White 241 Weekender, 1988-1997
1980 Wellcraft 192 Classic, 1983-1987
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Nancy wrote: Thu Jan 18, 2024 8:52 pm From least expensive to most, it's quite a bump just to keep your beer in a drawer although I'm sure you can find a way to rationalize it. :lol: :lol:

Do I need to mention the old adage - if it ain't broke, don't fix it? I know, I know, that's not your style either. 🤣

At least pull out the existing unit and make sure you have the depth for the biggest one.

It's gonna be pretty however it ends up.
Yup I am mental. I’m leaning toward the door model silver or stainless
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Another Update- the existing refrigerator has a flange dimension of 19" wide x 21-1/2" high which is 1" wider than the Cruise65 which is supposed to be the direct replacement. While the unit itself is close to the same, this creates a problem because the hole is now too wide. I will update this as this progresses but I didn't want anyone to go buy a Cruise65 as a direct replacement thinking this would be "easy".
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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>>While the unit itself is close to the same, this creates a problem because the hole is now too wide.<<

Ugh, it's always something. I see either woodworking or starboard fabrication in your future.
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1983 Grady White 241 Weekender, 1988-1997
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Nancy wrote: Thu Feb 08, 2024 7:53 pm >>While the unit itself is close to the same, this creates a problem because the hole is now too wide.<<

Ugh, it's always something. I see either woodworking or starboard fabrication in your future.
Agreed, or a piece of stainless. I’ll keep this thread updated
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Install complete- the cruise 65 door model ended up being just about a direct replacement with some minor trimming.
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Looks great!

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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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What Anthony said. :D
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Looking good JB .. you mad the right choice!

How about that SeaFlo box .. are you installing a unit in the bilge under the forward end of the engine?
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Re: Replacement Pilothouse Refrigerator 31

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Pitou wrote: Wed Feb 28, 2024 3:50 pm Looking good JB .. you mad the right choice!

How about that SeaFlo box .. are you installing a unit in the bilge under the forward end of the engine?
I figured you would notice that…

I talked to the sea flo folks and it does seem that one pump will work with two pickups as long as the pickup which typically “has less water” is on a longer hose run. The forward compartment is the one that typically sees less water, so that should work. I also added valves to both lines so I can cut some flow off if needed to get both lines pulling at the correct flow rate. This is trial and error. I’ll keep the spare Seaflo as a backup unit or may add it as a second unit down the road depending on how this works out.
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