[C38] Ice Box

[Phil Gay]

Unfortunately, on our 1980 model there is only about 1 inch of insulation
around the ice box.  When I added refrigeration ( a large freezer box fits
perfectly on the outboard shelf) I put low expansion foam around the box.
Shortly thereafter, I noticed that the floor of the ice box was warm after
running the engine which lead me to believe there is no insulation there so
I blew more foam under it.  There isn't much room on the engine side for
insulation so I glued a metalized bubble wrap to it.  I would like to
replace it with some of the Glacier Bay evacuated foam later.

 

I would say that running the engine is more a factor on the refrigeration or
ice needed than how many times you open it.

 

Phil Gay

C38 049 Que Linda

Everett, WA

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[mailto:listserve-bounces at catalina38.org] On Behalf Of Steve Smolinske
Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 11:46 PM
To: Catalina 38 Listserve
Subject: [C38] Ice Box

 

Question from my wife for all those that use the ice box.  Our upcoming trip
this week will be our first long sail (10 days) with the boat and she is in
the meal prep stage.   I was looking at the proximity of the ice box stbd
side to the engine compartment and wondering how much if any insulation
there was.  Then the real question how long do our ice boxes keep things
frozen, assuming your only in them once or twice a day.   Thanks.  

 

Steve

Peregrine 

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