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    Fridge bags. Worth it?

    Hey guys and girls just after some opinions on fridge bags. Just got a new fridge but opted out on the fridge bag as I wasnt sure they were necessary.

    Do they make a difference? I've heard they can help protect the fridge when in a hot car, but ive also heard they can limit airflow and cook the conpressor (though I suppose thats a specific design issue)

    Any thoughts and opinions are appreciated.

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    I’ve always had them on my Engels - not sure what they do to the efficiency to be honest, but I’ve never cooked a compressor in 20 years and it stops the fridge getting dinged up and scratched.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Homestar View Post
    I’ve always had them on my Engels - not sure what they do to the efficiency to be honest, but I’ve never cooked a compressor in 20 years and it stops the fridge getting dinged up and scratched.
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    Fridge bags definitely help keep the fridge cooler, plus help to protect the fridge.

    A correctly made and fitted fridge bag will not overheat the compressor, the bags are fully ventilated in the same spots as the fridge compressor/condenser vents. If anything they will keep the compressor cooler because it won’t be running as often or for as long.
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    Have a fridge bag on my Waco never had a problem with it keeps fridge cool and clean

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    Equally, I have had a fridge bag on my Waeco and took it off about 18 months ago as the velcro was worn. No difference in performance noticed.

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    A few years ago I was gifted a genuine cover for my old 40 litre Engel. I've never done a comparison between clothed and naked but do leave it on for protection, as the fridge often goes in the back of the 'tilly. One thing that does occur and I keep an eye on, is the build up of condensation between the cover and the exterior panels and lid, especially in humid/rainy conditions. Not an issue with plastic fridges, I suppose but not good for metal I reckon. A quick wipe over, every so often, does the trick.

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    Got an Engel without a bag and an Evakool with one. Can't notice any difference in performance, except I suspect the Engel probably draws more power, but they are different sizes and designs, so it's hard to compare. The bag does stop the Evakool from getting scratched, while the Engel is quite battered.

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    My Aussie made Bushman came with a bag but with it being in the back of my 88 wagon I dont use it. If it was in an open ute I might.
    I can see it helping to reflect heat and protect from bumps, but not really contributing to actual insulation.

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    Took our bag off as it was causing a build up of Mold under the bag, haven't noticed any difference in anything really, still preforms well.

    Don't waste your money unless the fridge will be sitting out in the open.
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