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Bushman portable fridges for a diesel cruiser with an icebox
A used cruiser may have a sound diesel and a galley that still depends on bags of ice. For a family spending two nights away, that needn't mean redesigning the interior. Bushman's Original portable fridge/freezer brings powered cold storage aboard on a suitable 12 or 24 volt supply. You can keep the existing icebox for drinks and put the food you want chilled in the chest.
Choose the spot during the viewing
Bring a cardboard template the size of the Original's base: 690 by 385 mm. Try the space beside the galley, then open the engine hatch and the nearest cupboard. If the template has to be moved for either, try somewhere else. Check lid clearance, room to lift a basket, ventilation and where the unit could be secured. A portable chest full of food is something you want to position once.
Use height to match the trip
The Original's lid and extension collar give several capacities without increasing the footprint. We like the lower arrangement on a small cabin boat because it leaves more room above the lid. If you're planning to freeze the entire load, Bushman specifies the 35, 42 or 45 litre configurations for that use. Discuss the menu before assuming the deepest version is the right purchase.
Once the motor stops, refrigeration becomes an overnight house load. Start with cold provisions, choose the temperature you'll use and measure consumption on your own boat. Ask Bushman about the model with your measurements, crew size and electrical setup to hand.