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    Haier 7.1 Keezer

    I used 4-1/8 shanks, but I had to counter-bore the collar on the inside because I didn't account for the thickness of the hose nipple nut. I would use longer if you don't want to counter-bore the collar. Edit: On the front face of keezer, I have a 3/4" gap between the front face of freezer and...
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    Haier 7.1 Keezer

    It's 44" to the top of the closed lid (43.25" the top of the collar). EDIT: I used 2" Polyurethane casters from Amazon that were rated to 55 lb per wheel w/ 2.83" overall height. They cost $16.99 for four casters. I wanted the lowest possible collar height because I am only 5'9". I wanted to...
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    Haier 7.1 Keezer

    More complete photos. I have to give amath props for a well thought out design that was simple for someone like me who didn't have any carpentry or keezer build experience. Edit: all exterior was oak plywood or trim boards except the lid. I cheaped-out using a pre-glued/sanded 1" x 24" x 36"...
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    Haier 7.1 Keezer

    I changed amath's design slightly. I have a 3/4" gap between my plywood and freezer on the front (2/3 up) and 100% on the side walls. The back is open for ventilation. I also changed where my taps where located. But it looks very, very similar with the tiled backsplash. I went with a 2 x 6...
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    Haier 7.1 Keezer

    Sorry to bring this thread back from the dead, but I love your build. I am half way through with my 5.0 cu ft keezer build using your design. What type of bolts did you use to fasten the lid to the lid of the freezer? It looks counter sunk since its flush mount, but I can't tell from the...
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