They Said It Wouldn’t Fit… So We Tried Anyway

Welcome to another episode of Travels With Dottie!

In this video, I tackle a question that countless Winnebago Micro Mini owners have asked but never seem to get a clear answer to: Can you replace your refrigerator without removing the slide? Specifically, this is about a 2021 Winnebago Micro Mini 2100BH—and the answer online was always the same: No, it won’t fit.

So today, we put that claim to the test.

With professional RV techs on site, we document the entire process of removing an old propane/120-volt refrigerator and installing a brand-new 12-volt RecPro fridge—without removing the slide and without damaging the coach. Along the way, we also deal with an unexpected black-tank valve failure, which turns this into a real-world look at how RV life often goes when you least expect it.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Whether a fridge swap like this is even possible

What actually happens behind the scenes during a major RV modification

Or when it makes sense to hire professionals instead of tackling a job yourself

…this video is for you.

Make sure to watch until the end to see the exact moment the new fridge powers on and starts cooling—after everyone said it couldn’t be done.

🔑 Key Points Covered

Real-world test: removing a refrigerator through the door of a Winnebago Micro Mini 2100BH

Why so much online advice about RV fridge swaps is misleading

What it actually takes to convert from propane/120V to a true 12-volt compressor fridge

The importance of proper wiring and fire safety when upgrading appliances

A surprise black-tank valve failure—and why specialized techs matter

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