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From what I can gather this storm is breaking all kinds of records for this time of year. Solar is useless right now so the generator is my battery charger. I have a Zamp 160W suitcase also but it has a 15amp charge controller that blew the 10amp fuse that is inline on the port. I installed a 15amp to replace it. So far so good, we are warm and dry. Love this camper.

Suggestion on choosing colors. If you want to match the color of your Tow Vehicle to the stripes. Oliver uses a company called Oracal for the vinyl stripes and graphics. You can visit most any sign shop and ask to see their Oracal color book. Then you can get a near exact match with your TV paint. This pick is on pick up day. Good Luck.

Yes, I went from an eighteen foot stick built to the Elite II. I've found that the main difference was not the length, but, the width. Since the Ollie is basically the same width as most 1/2 ton trucks you do not need tow mirrors AND when backing into a site, driveway, etc, it is much easier to see even if you do not have a backup camera (I still highly recommend that you get the camera). Absolutely no regrets! Re the Anderson - I have no problem with it and have found that it is actually easier to use than the Equalizer WDH that I had on previous trailers. All you have to do is learn how to use it (the Andersen) and it is a piece of cake. Bill

For people at the rally who asked for links to these items - Small Cargo Net (over each bed, dinette, door, and the two in the closet) Large Cargo Net (below the street side bed and under the attic) Map Pockets (by the front door and each side of the nightstand) Towel Bars (24" on the closet side, 18" on the dinette side) 1 ½" Stainless Mushroom Fitting (for running power cord into the attic) Deck Plate and Key (covers the hole on the spare tire cover) Recessed Anchors (for the bungees that hold the drawers in place) Shower Curtain Rod - Tubing (need 3 feet), Round Base (dinette wall), Lifeline Base and Clevis Slide (front wall) Shower Head (please read the separate thread on this since it's not a straight swap for the current one) Lagun Table Mount and Folding Table Top (I think I bought both from the UK store but it may be cheaper to order them separately. Be sure to check out the other style tops that they have, most of which are available in multiple sizes.) Folding Shelf Brackets (search for the counter extension thread to see how I had to modify them) Shower Door Magnet Luminoodles (pantry and access port lighting) Hopefully that's it. Thanks to all who came by - great to meet everyone. If I forgot anything, please let me know.

Who is using truck bed slide out trays/racks? What product are you using and what vehicle are you using it in? Please post pictures. Especially ScubaRx: tell me about your rig please.

<p style="text-align: left;">A huge thanks to all of the Oliver employees who were able to be at this years rally! So much of the behind the scenes work was done by them. The service folks were here and worked nearly non stop performing repairs for several days during the rally. For the new Oliver owners or the soon to be owners you experienced just a small sampling of the Oliver team dedication. A dedication that starts at the very top and extends throughout the organization! Thanks to you all.</p>

It was great rally and thanks to the organizers, volunteers, vendors and Oliver Travel Trailers for a fantastic job. It was one of the top rallys we have attended! Thanks to everyone that contributed! Mike I also saw your amber lights but never made it over to ask you about them. It would be nice to dim the curb side down a little.

WOW Mike - just noticed those amber lights on your Ollie. How'd you do that? Most of the campers that were left when I pulled out Monday morning were still sleeping. Indeed, it was a bit sad to see what remained of that sea of white down by the lake. Bill

Thank you Townesw for starting this post. My Chevy 2500 could stand one of these. I suppose they can be made in different lengths. I have a toolbox/60gal fuel tank in my bed. I also carry 50gal of fresh water with me so knowing that these drawers can support a load is very important to me. Additional storage is a plus.

Raspy, Your right about it being a little sad seeing all the OTT people leaving the rally. We pulled out about 9:15 and most of the little white trailers were already on the road. It was a very nice rally put together by the rally organizers. They are due a pat on the back for their efforts. I know that I was busy from Wednesday through Sunday and Krunch and I had a very nice time. Maybe we'll see you out west if a western rally comes to fruition. Leaving the rally, we headed west to a COE campground at Grenada Lake North Abutment. The water is high and some sewer connections are locked but a standard COE campground, clean and tidy. There are a lot of trailers parked with no one home, I guess holding down spots for the coming weekend. Hope to see everyone again soon.

Bill, I am using a Cargo Glide 1000. It's been installed for about 3 years now and no issues. Here is a pic of the slide and the "shelf" I build for cheap... just 2x3's and some peg board. Works fairly well for what I need to store in the bed. Scotty

Just a couple more pics to share. As I said solar doesn't do much good, lol. And makeshift generator shelter.

There's a place in Iowa, Ainley Kennels, that will make custom aluminum drawers & slides. I talked with them last year about making something for my truck, but never followed through. But they were going to make one for me that had two 12" tall drawers, a 20 gallon water tank, and a full extension slide on top for around $2000, which I thought was pretty reasonable. I think it was a few hundred more for a 6 ½' bed. I should get back on that - it would sure simplify things.

I just installed a system called Decked. It has two large slide out draws about 4’ long it has a composite deck that will hold 2000lbs in each corner there are small cubby storage. Each unit conforms to your type of truck bed. Very easy to install about two hours. Cost about $1250. Free shipping. Working very well so far I have a good amount of weight in the draws and they roll very easy and close nice. Web site is Decked good video on the product.

Bill, It's good to consider everything and sounds like you are doing your homework on this. For what it's worth.... I never towed anything before the LE2, so you will have a leg up on me. On the road things are pretty straightforward. It tows so easy that I have to keep reminding myself I am pulling a 6k + trailer. As far as backing, I cheat there. I have an F-150 with pro back up assist. That said, I take opportunities to back it manually whenever possible. I am sure that if you take things slow and easy an LE2 with your Tundra will be fine. Good Luck.

I to had questions about the Anderson WDH and really didn't want to use one on our new Elite II which we haven't picked up yet, July 8 is the pickup date. After being on this forum and having discussed it with others, including operation, etc., I have decided to go with one for all the reasons listed by many. I did my homework on this and I'm totally satisfied with the results that I got on my own and answers by forum members. I will be bring the Anderson with me when I get the trailer, either Oliver will install the hitch for me, or I will install it myself. trainman

This is a link to a recent video by an Oliver owner showing his new truck bed tray. However, ain't nuttin like ScubaRx's double decker! Bill

OOPS! In my post above I failed to mention a couple of VERY important people that that never seemed to fail to stop and listen or shake a hand. They seemed to be everywhere and always had a smile of their faces. Thanks to Scott and his son Shane for both your financial and moral support to the Rally and all of the Owners of your fine camper. Bill

Ditto on the kudos to the service folks who were at the rally. We had a couple of minor issues that we had requested in advance be looked at and they were taken care of. One of them required a new propane tank cover be brought in. Richie and Justin (first day) and then Richie and Jason (second day) worked like dogs on our trailer over two days bringing in parts from the Mother Ship several times a day. Can't say enough about the service support from Oliver. The day after we got home, we got a call from Cindy in service checking to make sure all our issues were addressed. A huge salute to Oliver Service. Bar-None; the best in the industry.

Everything looks to be going well. Going to have a local semi-truck axle, trailer outfit fix the axles and, just like you suggest, it is most likely going back to Oliver to be gone over. Jason and the Oliver crew have been good in this matter, just a bit delayed insurance (normal) and being occupied by the rally, which is just a timing thing. I look forward to it being back to mint condition and am glad that it looks like Oliver will do the fiberglass work and check over any other work. Appreciate all the good advice from everyone.

The trick to the Anderson is to hitch the ball and then use the front jack to raise the back of the truck a bit. The whale tail plate will then go on very easy. Also.... You don't want to pull an LE2 with most 1/2 ton pick ups without a WDH, so imho the Anderson is the best of the bunch. Here is an article on half tons and towing liability. https://www.hardworkingtrucks.com/get-sued-tow-trailer-with-pickups/

Don't have pics at the moment... But... We are using the Cargo Glide in a 2016 F-150. We bought the TV and Oliver at about the same time and got the CG right away. I was going to wait and see how NOT having the CG would work but Donna said that one crawl into the bed to get something and i would want to kick myself for that decision. So, we got it and she was right. We have a cap and I put some 2x3's across the lip and added 3 sheets of pegboard to create a shelf. Steve has a much better option... He made a shelf that is attached to the glide so they both slide in and out. I would love that but not sure I have the skills. (Unless Steve posts a detailed tutorial.... HINT HINT) Worth the money.

We went from a Casita to a Escape and now our Oliver. The Oliver pulls much better then any of our previous campers. We also pulled our E2 with a Tundra for the first year. The Anderson is not problem once you understand how to use it. You will be fine and love it. ?

Once you learn how to hook up the Andersen it’s a piece of cake. Not a PITA at all. Mike

John, agree, it was great to see everyone and meet new owners. Nice sunset pic! After our truck discussion last night I took one too, what a sight.

Frisco has a really nice bakery downtown and the bar at the marina is good with a killer view. There is a free dump station at Frisco's water/sanitation department which is located basically where the Blue River flows into Dillion Reservoir. The oldest bar in Colorado is just a short jump up to Breckinridge (located on the west side of the road) in downtown (its a bit divey though but fun for a quick beer). Good fishing on Ten Mile Creek on the West side of Frisco. Other than that - take JD's advice and stay put 'till it passes and if it gets really cold leave the bath door open. Bill

Indeed, indeed! From the Rally volunteers to the Oliver service staff (Richie, Justin, Jason E) to the Marketing and AV Oliver staff (Matt, Izzy and Jason W), the Rally chairs and co-chairs (Coy, Foy, Mary Kay, etc), Oliver Sales staff, the State Park staff (campground, lodge, and security) and, of course, our vendors - you people really got it together. Thanks! Bill

Bruce Norton did a very nice exterior awning on his Oliver. Unfortunately I do not have pictures or contact info for him. However, I do know that if you can find a way of contacting him, he will be more than happy to tell you what he knows. Bill

Thanks to everyone who came to the rally! We really enjoyed seeing the trailers and putting faces to the names. Made some new friends and had a very nice time. Lots of fun and interesting conversations. Guntersville S.P. is a very nice place. It's fun to just hang out in such a friendly and easy going setting. Kinda sad to see everyone pulling out this morning, but we're all off on the next adventure. Hope to see you next year. Take care, Raspy John and Liye Roemer, and Gogo

Agree 100%. Thanks to Matt for all the audio visual work and support to make the presentations happen! Mike

As long as it can get a solid grip on the fastener (reviews are negative), it probably wouldn’t affect the torque reading. The biggest issues are: Since it is a 3/8” drive, the maximum torque it can handle is likely far below what would be useable. Certainly not in the 80-120 Ft Lb. range. Because of this limitation, the only fasteners it might be capable of are the spring shackle nuts. But you’ll need a 3/8”-1/2” square drive adapter to use it with your torque wrench. Since the maximum size fastener is 3/4”, you’re still going to need some larger sockets anyway. Bottom line is save your money.

That storm came through here a couple of days ago and dumped a bunch of rain, we have had some severe localized flooding. It was essentially stalled out, so any cells really put down some water. I hope it moves quickly past your spot. My advice is, take lots of pictures. Stay warm. Wait for the snow to go away before hitting the highway. John Davies Spokane Wa

Trainman, we chose the same interior & I had the same concerns as you - but do not worry. The reality is that our countertop always has STUFF on it & it would have been a waste of money for us to get the granite.

I don't consider it a $150 wrench, but a $150 accurate insurance policy, which is ever so important for those of us with only one wheel on each side.

Nothing "theoretical" about it. Easy Peasy. Takes about 10 seconds after you find the bolt and nut. Then you'd know if the old one was accurate and you could use it with confidence. One could live in the trailer and one in the shop, for instance. Or you'd confirm the old one was way off and should not be used. Without testing the old one, and not trusting it, you might as well throw it away.