Fridge slider

[claytoga]

I haven't been able to find some good instructions on the best way to install a fridge slider in the back of my Jeep. Do I need to pull the gas tank and if so is this hard to do? or can I just screw it into the rear cargo floor?

 

[langer1]

I'm not sure I know what that is mate. If it slides out past your bumper though you will need to drop your tank and use some fender washers and lock nuts to do the job right.

I suspect you knew that anyway but was trying to get out of it if you could.

 

[Red97XJ]

OK, lets see some pics of what a fridge slider looks like!

 

[claytoga]

Can be seen at this site http://www.piranhaoffroad.com.au/products/Fridges/Engel/EngelMain.htm - they basically bolt to the floor of your car and your portable fridge attaches to the top frame allowing the fridge to slide out when needed.... I just need to be able to hold it in place and was trying to avoid pulling the gas tank out!!

 

[5-90]

Interesting. A couple questions:

1) How many bolts are meant to hold this thing to the deck, and what size? That might help - if there are enough bolts to spread the clamp load, it may be possible to use some sort of "nutsert" or something similar to Hella's "Bumper Molly" mount - which can be inserted through the topside.

2) Will any "adjustment" of installed height be necessary? I'm asking because I can't get a good enough look - nor do they say - to see if it will clear the rear moulding around the liftgate opening. If you have to add shims or spacers, this can affect how you will mount the thing - very important!

3) Does this outfit have a US arm - or just in ANZ? I'd like to take a better look at their line myself, but I'd not like to have to pay shipping from the Antipodes for just the one order - that would hurt!

5-90

 

[IH8RDS]

Your going to have to drop your tank. Bolt placement is parimont. Slim to no room between the body and the tank.

 

[Redcbr007]

Cooler & some frozen water / Icepacks



-Red

 

[Steve F]

Or you could put it on a false floor, here's mine, it holds a 50lt Waeco fridge/freezer. The cover over the fridge slide is to stop it rattling when there is no fridge on it.

Cheers
Steve

 

[IH8RDS]

looks good Steve :thumbup:

 

[Steve F]

Also look at http://www.4wdsystems.com.au or http://www.4wdsystems.com.au/html/fridge_slides.htm if you're after cheaper versions, might help if it's being shipped O/S.

Mine is from here and I picked it up 2nd hand from a mate for $100AUD, about $75USD.

Cheers
Steve

 

[Aaron D]

i don't get the hole fridge thing

 

[Steve F]

i don't get the hole fridge thing

Well when I tour it's not unusual to do 10000km in 4 weeks, I've even done over 3000km without seeing a single sealed road. A fridge is a necessity when your away from civilization for that long. I even get the meat criovacced (sp) to keep it fresh longer without freezing it.

Cheers
Steve

 

[bajacalal]

Well...Aaron, Australia, like the U.S.A. is a big country with rather large distances inbetween the states and cities. Ice in a cooler melts and the drinks don't stay cold. This is especially a nuisance if your road trip is at least 1 day long. Anyone who has ever driven long distances over arid terrain (like in Baja or SoCal to Colorado) or ESPECIALLY driving across Texas can appreciate cold beer (or water) even on arrival. I don't imagine its practical for camping though, as it would drain your battery.

 

[claytoga]

Well...Aaron, Australia, like the U.S.A. is a big country with rather large distances inbetween the states and cities. Ice in a cooler melts and the drinks don't stay cold. This is especially a nuisance if your road trip is at least 1 day long. Anyone who has ever driven long distances over arid terrain (like in Baja or SoCal to Colorado) or ESPECIALLY driving across Texas can appreciate cold beer (or water) even on arrival. I don't imagine its practical for camping though, as it would drain your battery.

I spend time on Fraser island off Queensland (10 days at a time). Run the fridge off a battery pack for 2 days and charge with the generator. Just need to hold the fridge down when driving. Thanks for all the suggestions

 

[Steve F]

I don't imagine its practical for camping though, as it would drain your battery.

That's why I run a dual battery setup, the fridge will run for a couple of days once cold without starting the Jeep that way, if you do a few KM's a day then the second battery charges up and you're fine again for another couple of days.

Cheers
Steve