What kind of beverage center did you use? - Page 2

I have been looking for a Beverage Center for a while now. I need one that gets down to close to freezing (I like my drinks COLD). To get that you really need to get a more expensive model - which I currently do not have funds for, hence why I am still looking.

With all that being said I would like to point out something very important that I have learned in my search -

JUST BECAUSE IT FITS UNDER THE COUNTER DOES NOT MEAN IT IS AN UNDERCOUNTER UNIT!

Almost all units that will be put under a counter need a vent in the front. Without the vent you will seriously degrade the performance because they do not have the required airflow over the coils to cool correctly. Most manufacturers will state that their unit is NOT for under counter use, but you have to look in the small print, usually in the owners manual - which is usually hard to find if you don't purchase the unit first.

If you are planning on purchasing a unit for use under a counter, make sure the documentation states that it can be used that way.

I agree too that there are inexpensive ways to help the circulation and make it work just like a undercounter unit. The Haier units are on the cheap end but with a little tinkering and for under 80-150 bucks you can make them work very well, there are a few sites out there explaining how to do it. Some don't want to waste their time and I understand that but not all of us can afford a nice commercial unit. I have the Haier Kegerator and made some mods on it and since have zero problems, for a beverage unit I have the stainless steel Magic Chef Wine unit from Home Depot. I can get it down to 39 degrees which works for the pop and wine that are in there.

Marvel or Subzero are the 2 that I use. The Subzero accepts custom panels better (I hate the glass doors- they look awful in a small bar) and is much quieter.

Just got this a couple weeks ago. Looks great, you can turn the interior light on or off, which is a neat feature. Still trying to figure out the correct temp setting. I had it up to 5, but a can of seltzer burst! Have it around 3 now and it seems to be working great. You could easliy fit 2+ cases of bottled beer in it. I am very pleased with the purchase..I will try and snap some pics of it..

Best of all FREE SHIPPING!!

http://www.compactappliance.com/BWC1...l_Refrigerator

The fridge was not full, but I had 12 seltzer cans, 12 waters and 12 beers in it. The can that blew was in the bottom, but the waters in the far back were freezing until I turned the temp down. No temp gauge, but I just pulled a water out and stuck a thermometer in it..pic is below. Was packed great in a box with foam and then in another box..shipping was quick too.


Took some pics for you..

Pulled that water right out of the front. I like to have all my drinks lined up with the labels facing out! Looks like the same unit, from the same seller & cheaper!

As you can see the unit has plenty of room to breath. I was gonna put shelves on top, but didnt want the fridge to over heat.

The Youngs Stout is nice! Right next to the fridge I have this..which I also highly recommend

Jbungie,

That looks sweet. Couple of questions

1) Is it deep enough to fit in one of those 12 can " fridge packs"
2) How loud is it?

Thanks
K

Thanks!

I dont believe the 12 fridge pack with box would fit, but you can fix 118 cans it it so..

Not loud at all..I cant hear it unless my ear is next to it.

Havent had the fridge fully stocked yet so its hard to say. Its bright enough for my liking. When I turn out the over head lights you can see the fridge light shinning on the wall so its not that dim.

I think the Mechanical contols it is referring to is some of the mods you can buy to stabilze and retain a correct temp. The bottom figures may be the actual out of the box figures, not sure on this model but this is what mine listed but I was able to get it down to 39 degrees without the mods.

Iusteve..just pull the trigger!!

Not sure if you'll get one for under $200 but here is one for $279 w/ free shipping.....Do it Do it Do it

http://www.supremeoutlet.com/Summit-...or-_p_636.html

We have to make everything ourselves for the copper look....hmmm sounds like an idea...Top of kegerator + extra copper left over = new project....

The top of the kegorator is nothing more that a piece of counter top with a hole cut in it. Should be an easy project.

Randy, do you know if the tops are removable? I know the tower is but never looked closely at the top. would be alot easier if it removes but not impossible if it doesn't...

I'm pretty certain mine does. Look on the back and I believe you will see two clamps that hold the top on.

Copper does funny things to me. I had to go to Lowes to get a repair kit for my new dishwasher. So I carry the copper tubing in with me, well, you know just in case. After a while I could taste the copper from it absorbing through my skin. Weird.