1940's Cavalier / Frigidaire "water bath" Coca-Cola Cooler...

[turbokinetic]

Cooling unit test!

So, today I got the condensing unit together and tested. Also, a local advertising sign / auto / art restoration company picked up the shell of the cooler for refurbishment.

 

Test:

 

 

 

[arbilab]

#8

Those were the days alright.  When they said "ice cold" they MEANT it.  Also, kinda rough on algae.  Few drops iodine daily keep it free of wildlife.

 

[turbokinetic]

Yes that is right at the freeze point!  With that much ice water, it would not take long to cool down any new soda bottles placed in there - that's for sure!

 

My neighbor plans to use this at church picnics and fundraiers, so it will see fresh water each time. Hopefully that will minimize wildlife habitation in there!