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How Do Propane (Gas Absorption) RV Refrigerators Work?

How Do Propane (Gas Absorption) RV Refrigerators Work?

Posted by Brian Currier on 29th Sep 2025

How Do Propane (Gas Absorption) RV Refrigerators Work? When you’re out camping off-grid, you don’t always have the luxury of shore power. That’s where propane RV refrigerators — also called gas absorption refrigerators — shine. They keep food cold and drinks icy even when you’re miles from the nearest outlet. But how exactly do they work without a compressor or …
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The Ultimate RV Maintenance Checklist: Keep Your Rig Road-Ready All Year

The Ultimate RV Maintenance Checklist: Keep Your Rig Road-Ready All Year

Posted by Brian Currier on 29th Sep 2025

The Ultimate RV Maintenance Checklist: Keep Your Rig Road-Ready All Year When it comes to RV ownership, one truth never changes: a little maintenance goes a long way. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a full-timer chasing sunsets, keeping your rig in peak condition means fewer breakdowns, more comfort, and a safer trip for you and your crew. This ultimate RV maintenance checklist will help …
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Norcold 1200/ 1210 Cooling Unit Replacement! | YES, they're available :)

Norcold 1200/ 1210 Cooling Unit Replacement! | YES, they're available :)

Posted by Brian on 5th Sep 2025

Norcold 1200/ 1210 Cooling Unit Replacement! | YES, they're available. Yes, we have them! Norcold has recently discontinued the 634746 and the 634747. Those two parts numbers are for the cooling units for both the older 1200 models and the newer 1210 models. Since there are SO many of these models still out in the industry, this is causing a big problem. BUT... there is a solution. A company by th …
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Norcold HELP! The freezer works but the refrigerator doesn't!

Norcold HELP! The freezer works but the refrigerator doesn't!

Posted by Brian on 5th Sep 2025

My Norcold RV Refrigerator isn't cooling, but the freezer IS!  If your Norcold RV refrigerator freezer is cold but the refrigerator section won’t cool, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common problems RV owners face, especially during hot summer camping trips. Norcold absorption refrigerators work differently than the residential compressor fridges you have at home, and w …
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