Should I buy this coppertone Frigidaire refrigerator?

[mrcoppertone]

Thanks everyone! I really appreciate all the guidance and feedback. It's been tremendously helpful.

This refrigerator turned out to be perfect. The large GE with lazy susan's that I was holding out for would have been too big for the space. I'm sure this one will be easier to maintain as well.

 

[hippiedoll]

WOWZERS!!

Great score there!
That is a BEEEEEEAAAAUUUUTIFUL coppertone Frigidaire refrigerator.
Me likes it!
And it looks great next to your coppertone double-ovens!

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[rp2813]

 I've provided a link to a site that offers all types of refrigerator door gaskets.  Instead of going by make and model, it shows the design of the gasket (cut-away side view) and you pick what matches yours.  You can order a cheap collection of samples to match up.

 

You can try repairing the gasket with silicone, but since it's the freezer, you really do need a tight seal all the way around in order to reduce the frequency of defrosting.  Repair may not be enough.

 

The good thing is that it's much easier to replace the gasket on the freezer door than on the fresh food door.   It's a more manageable size and you don't need to tilt the fridge back like you would in order to get at the bottom portion of the gasket on the fresh food door.

Sample Gasket Ring

Best prices on Refrigerator Gaskets, Cooler Gaskets, Refrigeration Gaskets, Replacement Gaskets, Walk-in Gaskets, and Cooler Accessories!

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[lowefficiency]

>> I've provided a link to a site that offers all types of refrigerator door gaskets. Instead of going by make
>> and model, it shows the design of the gasket (cut-away side view) and you pick what matches yours.
>> You can order a cheap collection of samples to match up.

Now THAT looks handy!

 

[mrcoppertone]

RP2813, that's a great resource. Will go ahead and order some swatches. I think you're probably right that a repair won't do an adequate job.

 

[ovrphil]

Congratulations Mr. Coppertone

I just picked up a 1964 Frigidaire Imperial. Replacing gaskets can be a pain.

Here's another resource, but they specializes in antique appliance restoration from the 1920-1950's. But who knows, they might be of help anyways.

Refrigeration Hardware - Refrigeration Gaskets Made EASY! - CoolerGaskets.com

www.coolergaskets.com