Ok... another opinion. I have a Keystone Alpine 5th wheel. My fridge went out after about a year and a half. Knowing what I know now... I would not hesitate to put in a house fridge. Normally longer lasting, able to "wiggle" while moving camper and proven technology of long lasting.
One of the problems with rv fridges is they need to be level to work. When they are not level, they will build up what is called "crystals" in the gas and enough crystals and the fridge won't work.
Most of the time, when moving the rv, the fridge is not level. Thus it should be turned off when moving the rv. This protects the gas and prevents the "crystals" from building up.
Rv fridges are good technology, no moving parts. But as for me, if my rv fridge goes out, I will be getting a house fridge. No. 1 reason is the cost. About $600 to $1,000 for house fridge compared to $3,000 plus for new rv fridge.
Just my 2 cents..... which isn't worth anything anymore.
