So I've got a potential line on a 10x6x8 stainless walk-in cooler (Gloekler Refrigeration) for $100 (awesome right???).
The catch is that the condenser probably doesn't work and if it did it I'm guessing it would be horribly inefficient. My thought was to get this and use it as a fermentation/serving cooler and put it in the basement. Questions are:
-Could I use a window a/c unit like in the DIY cooler threads as opposed to a condenser but w/o cutting into the side of the SS? The current condensor sets on top of the unit I think and I wouldn't have the height to put anything on top. (Worst case...if I did have to cut into the side I'm thinking I could save the "cut-out" and patch at a later date if I decided to sell it or something).
-This thing has some age on it (guessing from 50's or 60's...total guess)...but it's in good shape. Are the R-values going to be decent?
-Is it worth it? I know there's some serious "cool factor" with the walk-in but would I be better off spending my money on a chest freezer?
The thought of insulating some draft lines from the basement up to the kitchen definitely pushes me towards the walk-in though. I've tried to find specs or information for it but can't find anything. Thanks for any input!
The catch is that the condenser probably doesn't work and if it did it I'm guessing it would be horribly inefficient. My thought was to get this and use it as a fermentation/serving cooler and put it in the basement. Questions are:
-Could I use a window a/c unit like in the DIY cooler threads as opposed to a condenser but w/o cutting into the side of the SS? The current condensor sets on top of the unit I think and I wouldn't have the height to put anything on top. (Worst case...if I did have to cut into the side I'm thinking I could save the "cut-out" and patch at a later date if I decided to sell it or something).
-This thing has some age on it (guessing from 50's or 60's...total guess)...but it's in good shape. Are the R-values going to be decent?
-Is it worth it? I know there's some serious "cool factor" with the walk-in but would I be better off spending my money on a chest freezer?
The thought of insulating some draft lines from the basement up to the kitchen definitely pushes me towards the walk-in though. I've tried to find specs or information for it but can't find anything. Thanks for any input!