ARB sale and ARB informatipn

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  • Ratkity
    Ratkity Member Posts: 3,770
    @gooselady, that was the only option offered by Leer (truck cap manufacturer). There's plenty of power off the battery and the dome and 3rd tail light are separately wired.
    2017 820R Retro Toy Hauler from 2015 Tabitha T@B from 2009 Reverse LG Teardrop (but a T@Bluver at heart)
  • Fatman1966
    Fatman1966 Member Posts: 149
    I never received my free insulated cover. Did anyone else who ordered one receive it? 
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    Yes, I received that with the ARB delivery, but the tie down straps came weeks later.  Email OK 4WD.  They are very good about responding.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    I finally ordered an ARB. I ordered from OK4WD and the same coupon code (OK4BJB9L7) still works for 5% off. The wireless monitor is no longer free, but the insulated cover is. I did some shopping around and couldn't find a better deal.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    Yeah!  You will love it!
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    https://ok4wd.com/arb-50qt-fridge-freezer

    New sale for anyone in the market for an ARB frig/freezer.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    So, ok..50qt is bigger, but who is using the 37qt, and are you wishing it were bigger? Is 37qt big enough for 2 pulse the 3 way in the tab?
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    Ratkitty, didn't you have the 37 qt.?  
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    @dsatwork has one for 2 people, doesn't he?
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • dsatwork
    dsatwork Member Posts: 744
    4ncar said:
    So, ok..50qt is bigger, but who is using the 37qt, and are you wishing it were bigger? Is 37qt big enough for 2 pulse the 3 way in the tab?
    yes we have the 37 and it has been the perfect addition for the 3-way fridges for 2 people.
    2017 Tab Basic S Silver on Silver with Sofitel Cushions....upgraded from 2013 LG 5W....Towed by a 2016 Sorento V6 AWD w/5000lb tow capacity. Dave S. married to Jen aka SanDiegoGal We pull a Tab but live in a 2014 Airstream International Signature 27 FBQ...Talk about embracing a trailer lifestyle.
  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    @dsatwork good news...
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    I have the 37qt, too. I like the size.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    Interesting non biased comparison for those of us yet to purchase: https://cdn.webvanta.com/000000/50/43/original/Downloads/Indel-B/Indel%20B%20Travel%20Box%20Test%20and%20Comparison%20Report.pdf
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    One thing I do know, is that there are tons of positive customer service stories from ARB users. The other brands may have had good customer service experiences, too, but I have read a out ARB making things right well past warrenty.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • gooselady
    gooselady Member Posts: 177
    The ARB is an amazing appliance.  I purchased the 50 qt, which I don't regret, but I can see how a smaller appliance may be desirable.  For the expense, however, it is harder for me to justify a smaller unit.  To be honest, I use the ARB for work more than camping, as the fridge in the 320 is big enough for a solo camper, but it came in handy when traveling with the spouse.
  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    By no means am I knocking ARB.  I have been a fan of their products since the ‘90s when I outfitted my Landrover. I stumbled upon that 3rd party comparison and found it interesting, that’s all.
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    I just ordered a Goal Zero lithium battery to use to power the fridge when I am not driving. I found they have a secret page with refurbished or open box items at a huge discount.  http://www.goalzero.com/last-chance-gear. By the way, if you decide to get a larger GZ pack, it is worthwhile to pick up the MPPT charger, as well.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Estancio
    Estancio Member Posts: 243
    4ncar, thanks or that comparison. Anyone on the forum tried a National Luna?
    Stancil Campbell
    2011 T@B
    Rockingham, NC

  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    Estancio said:
    4ncar, thanks or that comparison. Anyone on the forum tried a National Luna?
    I have not, but done a fair amount of research. NL makes a very good product vut is a lot more expensive.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    jkjenn said:
    Estancio said:
    4ncar, thanks or that comparison. Anyone on the forum tried a National Luna?
    I have not, but done a fair amount of research. NL makes a very good product vut is a lot more expensive.

    Painfully more expensive!! lol  Like $1800.00 for a comparable size as to what we all of been talking about! :o
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • Ratkity
    Ratkity Member Posts: 3,770
    SAM said:
    Ratkitty, didn't you have the 37 qt.?  
    Sorry Sam, didn't see your question. I just checked and got the 47L (50 qt) capacity. For some reason, I thought I had the smaller one. Either way, they weigh near 50 lbs empty. Only about 4 lbs between the two. I believe that's why I went to the bigger one. For the money, it was the better deal.

    Weight was about the same and the cost when it was on sale (and had extras thrown in) sweetened the deal. The remote thermostat was included and the thermal cover as well. I've only tested the remote thermostat and it's a bit cheaply made. It didn't work half the time because the antenna had issues (or the connector). 
    2017 820R Retro Toy Hauler from 2015 Tabitha T@B from 2009 Reverse LG Teardrop (but a T@Bluver at heart)
  • dsatwork
    dsatwork Member Posts: 744
    I don't see where you can even purchase one in the US? Since, Jen and I have been seriously camping (not long since 2012) in tents and teardrop trailers and looking for equipment that  would make the experience more comfortable, I noticed that there are many very cool products that aren't necessarily available in the US. These refrigerators are a technology basically pioneered in Australia and for National Luna in Africa. I'm surprised to see that in the US we still hang on to the very simple 3-way fridges but that technology hasn't changed in something like 60 years.
    jkjenn said:
    Estancio said:
    4ncar, thanks or that comparison. Anyone on the forum tried a National Luna?
    I have not, but done a fair amount of research. NL makes a very good product vut is a lot more expensive.

    Painfully more expensive!! lol  Like $1800.00 for a comparable size as to what we
    2017 Tab Basic S Silver on Silver with Sofitel Cushions....upgraded from 2013 LG 5W....Towed by a 2016 Sorento V6 AWD w/5000lb tow capacity. Dave S. married to Jen aka SanDiegoGal We pull a Tab but live in a 2014 Airstream International Signature 27 FBQ...Talk about embracing a trailer lifestyle.
  • George101
    George101 Member Posts: 48
    So where are you guys keeping the ARB?  Inside the TAB?  Do you have enough room?
  • dsatwork
    dsatwork Member Posts: 744
    George101 said:
    So where are you guys keeping the ARB?  Inside the TAB?  Do you have enough room?
    I think most of us keep it in the TV, unless they removed the fridge and mounted it there on slides.
    2017 Tab Basic S Silver on Silver with Sofitel Cushions....upgraded from 2013 LG 5W....Towed by a 2016 Sorento V6 AWD w/5000lb tow capacity. Dave S. married to Jen aka SanDiegoGal We pull a Tab but live in a 2014 Airstream International Signature 27 FBQ...Talk about embracing a trailer lifestyle.
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    dsatwork said:
    George101 said:
    So where are you guys keeping the ARB?  Inside the TAB?  Do you have enough room?
    I think most of us keep it in the TV, unless they removed the fridge and mounted it there on slides.
    Yes, in the rear cargo area of my TV.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • 4ncar
    4ncar Member Posts: 1,072
    That's where I am planning on; I may try putting it on the floor of the T@b while in transit, and outside(in tent) while camping. Regarding availability in US.  We seem to be slow on the uptake, but these coolers have been made popular by the expedition market(thus ARB for example).  I mean look at Alde; big in Europe..only available in Airstreams & T@bs in the USA...
    TV- '16 Chevy Colorado LT Crew Cab-DuraMax
    2018 320S Outback
  • Ratkity
    Ratkity Member Posts: 3,770
    Since my TV is a pickup and has a bed top with three 12V outlets, it stays in the bed of the pickup. 
    2017 820R Retro Toy Hauler from 2015 Tabitha T@B from 2009 Reverse LG Teardrop (but a T@Bluver at heart)
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,422
    4ncar said:
    That's where I am planning on; I may try putting it on the floor of the T@b while in transit, and outside(in tent) while camping. Regarding availability in US.  We seem to be slow on the uptake, but these coolers have been made popular by the expedition market(thus ARB for example).  I mean look at Alde; big in Europe..only available in Airstreams & T@bs in the USA...
    Yeah, I learned about them on Expedition Portal, years ago. 

    You can get National Luna fridges in the US, here: http://www.equipt1.com/c/fridges

    Sometimes the expedition outfitters carry products not easily found in the US.

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    I’ve had my 50 qt ARB since 2013. It does sit in the back seat of my Tacoma. 

    It is the most useful of all of the accessories I have purchased. I have never once regretted buying it. 
    Verna, Columbus, IN
    2021 T@B 320S  Boondock “The T@B”
    Towed by a white 2019 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab, 3.5L V6 Ecoboost “The Truck”
  • George101
    George101 Member Posts: 48
    Verna said:
    I’ve had my 50 qt ARB since 2013. It does sit in the back seat of my Tacoma. 

    It is the most useful of all of the accessories I have purchased. I have never once regretted buying it. 
    So do you leave it plugged into the Tacoma? How long does the battery last?

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