Goodbye 2015 T@b 320 S, hello..........

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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    MuttonChops said:
    What is the Brand and Model Number of the 2021 2-way Fridge?
    The fridge is an Isotherm Cruise 65 Elegance. It has a light, a tiny icebox, an adjustable shelf that slides out, has a 2.3 cu feet capacity, and draws 2.5 ah on 12v power and 1 ah on 120v.

    So far, I love it. 

    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

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  • VictoriaP
    VictoriaP Member Posts: 1,496
    jkjenn said:
    MuttonChops said:
    What is the Brand and Model Number of the 2021 2-way Fridge?
    The fridge is an Isotherm Cruise 65 Elegance. It has a light, a tiny icebox, an adjustable shelf that slides out, has a 2.3 cu feet capacity, and draws 2.5 ah on 12v power and 1 ah on 120v.

    So far, I love it. 
    I wonder if it can be retrofitted into older models? I’d really prefer a good 2-way over the mediocre performance of the 3-way Norcold.
    2019 320s BD Lite, white with blue (“Haven”)
    2015 Subaru Outback 3.6r (unsafe 200lb tongue weight limit until 2020 models)
    2020 Subaru Outback XT
    Pacific NW
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  • MuttonChops
    MuttonChops Member Posts: 1,940
    VictoriaP said:
    jkjenn said:
    The fridge is an Isotherm Cruise 65 Elegance. It has a light, a tiny icebox, an adjustable shelf that slides out, has a 2.3 cu feet capacity, and draws 2.5 ah on 12v power and 1 ah on 120v.
    I wonder if it can be retrofitted into older models?
    Yep, that is the question.

    First look at dimensions is hopeful. Norcold is a bit taller and wider so some filler panel work could needed. Isotherm is deeper, nearly 2 full inches deeper. Unknowns are how much space behind Norcold now and how curve of T@B front might allow Isotherm placement if extra space is not already there.

    Am sure someone will investigate in detail before I do
     - - - Norcold works well enough to delay a $1,300 replacement fridge purchase - - -


    '18 320 S,  pitched axle, 3020HE; PNW based
    TV: '17 Colorado V6 Z71 4x4, Tow Package, GM Brake Controller
    TV: '25 Canyon AT4
    Adventures:  58   Nights:  405  Towing Miles 50,180
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  • ChrisFix
    ChrisFix Member Posts: 743
    @jkjenn
    That is a great looking plaid you have on your lovely T@B...
    Sorry if you've already answered this, but did you have nucamp install this when they built it?
    It looks really great...
    2025 T@B 400 Boondock Black Canyon with 400Ah Battle Born and Victron Multiplus 3000
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    ChrisFix said:
    @jkjenn
    That is a great looking plaid you have on your lovely T@B...
    Sorry if you've already answered this, but did you have nucamp install this when they built it?
    It looks really great...
    Thank you so much! nuCamp doesn't customize T@bs but a local sign shop can help you with a custom design. 

    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

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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    I spent some time doing my first mods, yesterday. I had some done by Austin at nuCamp repairs afget it came off of the line, as well.

    The first time you drill is always the scariest.

    Coat hook (this is a repeat mod)


    Command hook


    Connector keeper

    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

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  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,061
    @jkjenn - careful with the Connector Keeper - it can slip out.  We ended up covering the top Of the 7 pin with a rubber Cap and that holds it more securely in the keeper.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
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  • BrianZ
    BrianZ Member Posts: 1,770
    @Sharon_is_SAM, the rubber cap sounds like a good idea for another reason too - it may help prevent humid air from getting inside, then condensing during cooler temps at night & causing corrosion or possible shorts.  That's why I'll continue to leave ours hanging straight down for drainage.
    -Brian in Chester, Virginia
    TV: 2005 Toyota Sienna LE (3.3L V6)
    RV: 2018 T@B 320S, >100 mods 
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  • falcon1970
    falcon1970 Member Posts: 758
    Hanging straight down should work.  if you use a rubber cap make sure the connector is pointing UP.  Water will wick around the rubber cap if it is pointing down and collect around the contacts.
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  • JeffroNC
    JeffroNC Member Posts: 366
    ...and since there is power at the connector all the time, it will corrode. Ask me how I know. LOL
    After I cleaned it out, I gobbed dielectric grease in it.
    2019 T@B 400 BDL 2017 F150 3.5L Ecoboost
    Jeff & Amy
    Now in Manistee, MI

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  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,061
    Yes, we keep our 7 pin cleaned and greased up.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
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  • KAR
    KAR Member Posts: 86
    Thanks for the great conversations! Love the photos of the red T@B. Adorable!
    2015 Tab S with Alde 
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    I had a cap on my old one for a while and yes, keep pointed up!

    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

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  • mrdeepfryguy
    mrdeepfryguy Member Posts: 73
    Great stuff ... could you please provide a link to the triple swivel coat hook ? Need that !
    2021 320 S Boondock / 2018 Toyota 4Runner / NE Ohio
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  • webers3
    webers3 Member Posts: 435
    @jkjenn I am interested in how your Jeep Cherokee tows the 400, any noticeable difference?
    2017 T@B 320S   2019 Jeep Cherokee - Southern Connecticut
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  • Verna
    Verna Member Posts: 6,876
    mrdeepfryguy said:
    Great stuff ... could you please provide a link to the triple swivel coat hook ? Need that !
    Search Amazon for the triple coat hook and you’ll find it. 2 for $19.99...they haven’t changed prices much over the last 5 years. 
    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”
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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    webers3 said:
    @jkjenn I am interested in how your Jeep Cherokee tows the 400, any noticeable difference?
    I have a 320, but I love it.

    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

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  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,417
    VictoriaP said:
    jkjenn said:
    MuttonChops said:
    What is the Brand and Model Number of the 2021 2-way Fridge?
    The fridge is an Isotherm Cruise 65 Elegance. It has a light, a tiny icebox, an adjustable shelf that slides out, has a 2.3 cu feet capacity, and draws 2.5 ah on 12v power and 1 ah on 120v.

    So far, I love it. 
    I wonder if it can be retrofitted into older models? I’d really prefer a good 2-way over the mediocre performance of the 3-way Norcold.
    Probably. It would likely require some type of filler for the cabinetry and you could also put a piece of foam insulation in the space(s) behind the fridge vents for the Norcold if you replaced it. No venting is necessary

    The Isotherm takes up less overall space but holds slightly more food. 



    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

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