Removing a fridge van fridge - Sussex

[Sway]

Just picked up an ex supermarket delivery Sprinter - however I don't want the fridge!

Any recommendations for a firm in Sussex to remove completely - including the wiring through to aux battery under the pax seat?

Also, any value in second hand fridge units?

[ferret50]

Disconnect aux battery.

Unbolt fridge unit.

Trace wiring back to start point and remove.

Photo and place on local Faceache and/or fleabay.

[Sway]

ferret50 said:

Disconnect aux battery.

Unbolt fridge unit.

Trace wiring back to start point and remove.

Photo and place on local Faceache and/or fleabay.

True - but it is still full of refrigerant!

I'd at least like that removed properly before I start hacking, is it something any garage could do like an aircon service?

[Decky_Q]

The refridgerant is contained in the unit, it's like a fridge bolted to the roof, unbolt it, disconnect wiring and it will all come out as one. No need to touch any internal pipes.

Has it got a red diesel tank or is it running off 12v only?

Yes dependant on condition and type it could be worth £700 2nd hand.

[Sway]

Decky_Q said:

The refridgerant is contained in the unit, it's like a fridge bolted to the roof, unbolt it, disconnect wiring and it will all come out as one. No need to touch any internal pipes.

Has it got a red diesel tank or is it running off 12v only?

Yes dependant on condition and type it could be worth £700 2nd hand.

Perfect! That puts my mind at ease.

AIUI, 12v only. From what I can tell, it'll run off engine when running, then there's a dash switch for aux battery if the engine is off.

Main fridge bit doesn't worry me too much. Just big and awkward 3m up - it's the wiring running through to cab then dash that I have an irrational dislike of.

Time to put big boy brave pants on. Tbh, I'd be more than happy with a couple of hundred quid and no fuss!

[Sway]

Bit more research - I do need to drain it. Wasn't clear, but it's a Carrier split unit like this:



I've messaged a local fridge engineer, at the very least if they can drain it then I can do the mechanical and electrical removal.

[hidetheelephants]

I'd ask the fridge bloke if he'll buy it off you, shifting it may be a pain otherwise. Unless you really need the extra payload I'd consider just leaving it, plus there's always the bonus of having the biggest beer fridge in town if you're having a barbeque and inviting friends!

[Sway]

hidetheelephants said:

I'd ask the fridge bloke if he'll buy it off you, shifting it may be a pain otherwise. Unless you really need the extra payload I'd consider just leaving it, plus there's always the bonus of having the biggest beer fridge in town if you're having a barbeque and inviting friends!

It's definitely not staying! The unit inside is a similar size so it's not just payload - and it's not going to be used for any more deliveries...

Got a feeling removing 100+kg from way up high will rather improve the handling too.

[hidetheelephants]

I doubt it's 100kg, that's more like an HGV unit; I'd expect more like 25-30kg although my interest is now piqued. Can we expect a custard shot with someone holding the condenser and evaporator while standing on some scales?

[Sway]

hidetheelephants said:

I doubt it's 100kg, that's more like an HGV unit; I'd expect more like 25-30kg although my interest is now piqued. Can we expect a custard shot with someone holding the condenser and evaporator while standing on some scales?

I'm told the external bit is 80kg alone!

But OK, custard test accepted.

[tr7v8]

I am in Kent and do low voltage wiring, I can do the disconnect if you want?

[Sway]

tr7v8 said:

I am in Kent and do low voltage wiring, I can do the disconnect if you want?

Sir, that'd be immensely appreciated - if it's something you do for a living then there's a few bits I'd like to have a chat with you about!

Let me hear from fridge guy first for draining, then I'll drop you a PM.

[tr7v8]

Sway said:

tr7v8 said:

I am in Kent and do low voltage wiring, I can do the disconnect if you want?

Sir, that'd be immensely appreciated - if it's something you do for a living then there's a few bits I'd like to have a chat with you about!

Let me hear from fridge guy first for draining, then I'll drop you a PM.

You have mail.

[tr7v8]

If you struggle in Sussex getting it degassed (try commercial companies & HGV services) then these guys are excellent. https://www.ac4cars.co.uk/

[Sway]

Cheers chap, and mail received.