The Kenmore( built by Amana which is built by Maytag) fridge in our 53 has quit cooling. I'm doing the troubleshooting to determine if it is a defrost timer/thermostat problem which is easily fixable. Unfortunately, it could be a clogged capillary tube which is not fixable at all. In fact, a replacement cap tube does not appear to be available at all.

I reviewed past threads on fridge replacement and although there was some good info, I'd like ask of anyone who has done so, what specific brand/model side-by-side fridge will go down the 53s salon-galley passageway with NO mods to the boat? How did you bring the fridge on board? I was thinking about hoisting with the dinghy davit and then onto the back deck.

The brand doesn't matter since I just discovered a few days ago that all fridges made in the US are made by 4 manufacturers - Maytag, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, and GE. (for those interested in this particular bit of trivia, go here http://fixitnow.com/2002/09/applianc...eally-made.htm

Thanks!