Sorry OT but thought I'd post it here to get advice from techno-mechanics. Long story sort, de-frosting the ice-box on the beefridge, in my impatient stupidity stabbed through one of the 'veins' and gas comes pissing out. I'm assuming it's completely stuffed (hoping someone will say "no, the fridge part will still work").Is it worth taking in to get fixed somewhere or should I shop for a new one!It's only a wee thing, about 80cm tall and it doesn't have a separate freezer compartment, just a little ice-box.
henderson_guy,
Apr 6, 12:34pm
Try posting in DIY if you don't get the answer here.
ralphdog1,
Apr 6, 12:37pm
Sorry but no. And no, it is not off topic, motoring and beer fridges are the branches of the same subject
rob_man,
Apr 6, 12:40pm
I'm sure we can organise an emergency chillybin to get you through the weekend if you need it. edit; Actually, you can use the fridge as a chillybin. Just turn it on its back and throw in a couple of bags of ice.
n3d4sp3d,
Apr 6, 12:42pm
noooooooooooooooooooooo the beer fridge is gone thats a serious problem no cold beer for rugby motorsport etc. but on a serious note if the refridgerant has leaked out than yup the fridge is dead, repairs will prop be more than fridge is worth. tell the missus you need a new one haha
floydbloke,
Apr 6, 12:50pm
I knew I'd posted in the right place, appreciate the helpful advice and offers. It's only a minor crisis, i've migrated beers into the kitchen-fridge upstairs. It's just a matter of how to negotiate space in there, finding the right balance between tact, diplomacy and assertiveness to maintain harmony in the household but: **THERE WILL BE COLD BEERS** that part is simply not negotiable.
sr2,
Apr 6, 12:53pm
Absolutely shocked to hear of your loss, my I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your mates in your time of grief. (Cheapest way out is a new 2nd hand beer fridge, after a suitable period spent in mourning).
m16d,
Apr 6, 12:58pm
Yer. Knives and hammers are not to be used for defrosting fridges. Please make a note of this for next time.
jason18,
Apr 6, 1:06pm
R.I.P Beer fridge. While I did not know you I as many here enjoy cold beers and enjoy my fridge deliving cold beers week after week. May your chill live on through my fridge.
cowboy110,
Apr 6, 1:08pm
My sincere condolences for your loss.Life just isn't fair sometimes.I'm sure your good lady will also feel your pain and make some room in the house fridge.
elect70,
Apr 6, 1:10pm
Have repaired tthem in the pastbut takes timeto evacuate system& put special"resin stick " over holeorweld the aluminium, diffucult , & regas$ 100+& nogarauntee it will last . . Better to buy another beer fridge .
floydbloke,
Apr 6, 1:22pm
Thank you all for your kind words, this is indeed a tragic and trying event and your sympathy is heartwarming. I have had soothing words with the beers and asked them to stay strong during these difficult times, and have re-assured them that, although they may suffer some discomfort whilst idle, they will be consumed at the appropriate temperature when their time comes.
floydbloke,
Apr 6, 1:24pm
.but.but.I didn't.
It was a screwdriver.
rob_man,
Apr 6, 1:27pm
The grinder wouldn't fit inside the icebox!
i-n-horz,
Apr 6, 2:54pm
Here I lay thee down to rest me long time and loyal ol'beer chest while hastily make'n room for thy weekends next load a slip with me driver then thee icebox vein did explode the fault is mine I must ashamedly confess but I have thee house fridge oh god bless for if thee beer were warm and not chill'd for thee drink'n me mates shall be in rage and me arse for the kick'n. Ashes to ashes dust to dust a man and his beer is a man in love ;)
floydbloke,
Apr 6, 3:30pm
That's beautiful, love your work. Made me a bit weepy so off to cheer myself up now with a cold one - it's Mac's Hoprocker tonight.
pge,
Apr 7, 8:23am
My condolences to the victim, on your thoughtless murdering of an innocent, hardworking member of the "Best Economic Effect Relief" clan.
Still, 'tis an evil wind that blows nobody any good -- turn it into a paint-storage or welding-rod storage.
THAT'LL learn it to give out on you.
ema1,
Apr 7, 9:01am
Take a look on for sale listings on here, you just might get lucky. Put a sign on your newer one when you get it(not if!) . "Keep all screw drivers and other offensive weapons and stray hands out.by order of the KING & TUI .Yea Right. Couldn't help it .R.I.P. DEAR FRIEND.
cowboy110,
Apr 7, 9:13am
That's just thoughtless and sick.Do you not think he feels bad enough already.You expect him to go into that garage (knowing what he's done) and have to look at that old and faithful friend relegated to the back corner as a paint and welding rod "cupboard" !I dunno.some people.
pieman33h,
Apr 7, 11:36am
well in my house the beer fridge is in the house, it is the only fridge. there is no negotiating, beer first, fit your other stuff around it!
zirconium,
Apr 7, 12:02pm
1. Sorry for your loss. 2. Ask your wife nicely if you could please use her hairdrier next time instead of the screw driver. 3. Pour a beer or wine for your wife when you are having one. (My DH does this, works a treat. Certainly no winging on my part. :)
zirconium,
Apr 7, 3:33pm
Well done! Hope there is enough room for wine! B-)
cowboy110,
Apr 7, 3:35pm
Congratulations on your new arrival. It looks like it's settling in well.
floydbloke,
Apr 7, 4:56pm
@Zirconium: just made her a shandy, and wine will certainly be accomodated in new fridge should the occasion arise, but we're not regular consumers
@yeahm8:pimp ya fridge, love it
pge,
Apr 7, 5:59pm
Yep.
Anybody who murders a BEER FRIDGEdeserves all he gets.
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