Hi y’all! I’m Riley - husband, writer, and adventure enthusiast.
This channel is an extension of my interests and passions. I hope you enjoy the journey as my wife, Hanna, and I explore the world and expand our skill sets, horizons, and community.
You just saved me a couple of thousand dollars and a lot of disappointment. I had no idea this system was made of WOOD the whole time I thought it was a composite material especially at the premium price. Thank you for the honest review.
Hey Riley, I notice the compressor cycles off only for a few minutes then back on. Seems it doesn’t stay off very long before coming back on. I also hear a popping noise like from temperature expansion. Have you notice anything like that with yours?
I can't say that I've noticed, but mine has mostly been in the bed of my truck. Based on other fridges I've used, I don't think you should be hearing temperature expansion. I'm not sure if it's something to be overly concerned about, but I also wouldn't call it normal!
Hey Riley, I am in the same situation with no rearview mirror and with the tailgate down, no reverse camera. My truck is a GMC Sierra and I am looking for an all-in-one solution where I can see the rearview of my truck camper full time (not just backing up) and record at the same time as a front and rear dashcam.
@@12northchad25 I'm not the best resource for dashcam information, but I have some friends who have used Wolfbox camera systems and been happy with them. I believe the primary advantage with such systems is that they act both as cameras and recording/security devices simultaneously, so it might be worth checking out!
Having installed two of these, the latest on my ‘22 F250, buy a pack of those white plastic clips before you do the install. It’s almost guaranteed you’ll either break some or lose them down in the dash. They’re on Amazon and are cheap. I left the rubber pad in there and drilled through it. I felt it kept the finished look underneath.
Do you think a fridge that size would be good for five or six day power outage? I’m looking for something to hold enough food and drink for two !! Thanks for the vid 😊
Thanks for watching! I would personally want something a little bigger for 5-6 days, but I eat a lot! My recommendation would be something closer to 35L, just to be on the safe side. If possible, maybe compare some similarly sized coolers at your local Walmart or sporting goods store. A visual reference helps me a lot!
I bought a used Goose Gear system and had very similar issues - I had to make some modifications and they wouldn’t sell me basic custom parts + no install instructions to transfer rigs
It's pretty shocking that a company with a stranglehold on that niche market seems to lack basic customer service. It's only a matter of time before someone comes along and offers a comparable product with superior service.
@@whatwasthat3269 No problem! I wouldn't say it makes a bubbling sound, but there is a light refrigerator sound when it's cooling. Similar to a household fridge.
Mine sounds like like popping from temperature change… almost sounds like a mouse inside trying to chew its way out. I also notice the fridge cycles very frequently, only off for a minute or two before coming back on.
Thanks for the video, I ordered the same parts and am about to install. After having used it for a while, how are you liking your mounting height? Does the 360 view work with the camera being higher up than stock? I was debating weather to mount above my camper door or next to it at the height of the tailgate.
Thanks for watching - hopefully, it helps! I like the height for backing up because it provides a full field of view with the tailgate down. I can see the edges of the tailgate, etc. It does work for the 360 view, but there are some blurry/obscured spots that distort the rear corners a bit. It's still functional and works well enough for me. I decided to prioritize having the camera centered over having it at tailgate height. I'm not sure which compromise would be better, but I'm happy with how the spot above the door has worked!
The Jackery in the video is an Explorer 500. It would power the fridge for around a day and a half without charging (dependent on ambient temperature).
@@rileyinthewoods what's the main advantage? Not mess with the ice, I guess? Budget wise the difference is x4. Can't find iceco dealer in EU + some powerful power bank.
@38201270298 no ice is a huge advantage - you don't have to replenish during a trip, it isn't messy, things don't get soggy, etc. Being able to set a temperature and knowing it will stay there is nice. If you have a need for a fridge and freezer, you can get a model that both. Just overall cleaner and more functional!
I couldn't find them again, my apologies. It looks like National Luna makes replacement lights with dual-color LEDs, though. That would allow you to use white or red light depending on the situation.
Thats a cold adventure you wont forget. Worth it looks great with hard top. Are you staying full hard top or doing something like the bestop sun rider for the front panels
The driver side leaves a lot to be desires in terms of mounting/sturdiness. I don't plan to get too crazy on the trail, but am also a little concerned! Did you get yours installed yet?
@@rileyinthewoods I did get mine installed. I didn’t notice driver side or passenger being different in sturdiness but I have heard people have had issues with alignment. Mine was fine. My factory rubicon slider took some damage on a rock and it pressed against the body. Since the slider is rounded, it didn’t really cause much issue but this one having the sharper corner closest to the body, any damage would likely do some pretty significant damage to the body. We shall see. As a step, it is fine but not great like you mention.
@@adambomb5000 I've heard of factory sliders doing that sometimes. Hopefully, the Bestop sliders take the damage rather than pressing inward like that - I'd rather have a dented slider than a damaged body. On a positive side, I do think they look pretty nice. Other than the giant branding smack-dab in the middle, of course.
Love the video overview, thank you for posting!! Mind if I ask what kind of struts did you get for your outdoor cargo door? Live in the Rockies and I’m sure the cold will affect factory struts so wanna replace as soon as I get my Kenai!
Thank you for watching! I went with a pair of 10" 22lb struts from Amazon. As long as they're 10", you could choose pretty much any pressure within reason, but in that 20-40 range is about perfect!
According to ICECO's website, the internal dimensions of the two compartments are 13.3x10x7.5 and 6.1x10x2.8. I bring up humidity because it makes condensation more likely and can contribute to the growth of mold if the fridge isn't cared for and stored properly. With some simple cleaning and airing out, it shouldn't be an issue!
Surprised you didn't go back to the Mojave? I bought a low option 2023 and love it. I see no reason to modify it whatsoever for my hunting use. It's the best riding and most comfortable 4wd I've ever owned (5th 4wd) that is truly off-road capable. Any way that's a nice Wrangler. Good luck!
We loved the Mojave and how well-equipped it was from the factory, but the primary goals here were basic and budget - especially with the intent to make this a secondary vehicle in the near future. Thanks for watching!
At the time we had a good relationship with the company that made our tent. That, the Gladiator being our only vehicle, and the cost savings made the canopy the right choice for us.
