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I've done a modification to add an Optronics 7-Way trailer harness plug protector. Here's the link to the part I used from e-trailer.(Including shipping and tax < $10 https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Plug-Covers/Optronics/ACP7B.html And here's where I mounted it...on the back of my Tongue Box. I used stainless #10 bolts to mount the unit. It could be mounted with zip ties to the bottom of the tongue as well if you don't want to drill holes. The cover is a semi rigid type of rubber material but with enough flex to make it easy to insert or remove with one hand. In any case, I switched to this after my original "rubber cover" leaked.

We went to the Inyan Trailer Rally, and it was really great. We went to the Oliver Rally in May 2018, so this was our second rally. The two rallies were quite different, but the common denominator was meeting delightful friendly people. I can’t say enough good things about Jeannine (Hidalga), the rally organizer. She did a spectacular job in communicating the information about the rally. Her email contained clear and concise information, with clearly marked website links, on how to register at the campgrounds; I noted that her email answered ALL of the questions I had. Her rally website had a comprehensive list of the many places to see. This really helped with our planning. There are a lot of neat things in the area, including Devils Tower National Monument, Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, and a lot of Native American historical sites. So I suggest you all check out the Eggshells in the Outer Banks Rally she is organizing. I was disappointed to learn about the problems with the Green Eggs and Ham Rally, but either of these rallies would be a very long haul for us, in terms of distance. I usually post my pictures of Ollie on the Where’s Ollie thread, but this time I will post them here. Jeannine had loot bags for all of us, and all kinds of info on all the recreation opportunities. The first campground was in a South Dakota State Park, where campsites were enormous. Lots of space, and we were right next to a lake. The second campground was a commercial one with a bar (drinks and snacks) that made for a nice gathering place for rally-goers. Here are the fiberglass eggs lined up on the grass. We had excellent weather for the most part, but after one rainstorm I caught Ollie in front of a rainbow. Ollie stopped at Devil’s Tower on our way home. Thanks again Jeannine, for organizing a wonderful rally! We did not see all the sights we wanted, but now we will go back to the Badlands of South Dakota, and we plan to camp in Custer State Park. The Bison at Custer State Park were amazing!

I’ve done a modification to add an Optronics 7-Way trailer harness plug protector. Here’s the link to the part I used from e-trailer.(Including shipping and tax < $10 https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Plug-Covers/Optronics/ACP7B.html 7 Way Plug Protector - by Optronics And here’s where I mounted it…on the back of my Tongue Box. I used stainless #10 bolts to mount the unit. It could be mounted with zip ties to the bottom of the tongue as well if you don’t want to drill holes. The cover is a semi rigid type of rubber material but with enough flex to make it easy to insert or remove with one hand. In any case, I switched to this after my original “rubber cover” leaked.

Yes I noticed that also Overland and it’s on my To Do list. I have ASI 335 Sealant and ASI 0240 Cleaner on hand, just need to get to it. https://www.americansealantsinc.com/asi-335-neutral-cure-silicone-sealantadhesive/ https://www.americansealantsinc.com/adhesivecleanerandremover/

Hi all, We have adopted Hull #170. It does not have a name as of yet. It will be taken care of by John & Cheryl ( Muppy) And Shorty The Dog. Looking forward to spring 2020 and all the adventures ahead. Muppy

I took a look at mine just now, and it has caulking, but only down in the groove of the window. You can't see it without climbing on the bumper to look. I wonder if the caulk is something that Oliver applies or if the windows come from the factory like that. It seems odd that Oliver would add caulk, since it isn't where the window meets the hull. Bill, it might be the photo, but it looks like the caulk around your window frame is beginning to separate.

I would guess that has happened before, based on Paul and Sherry's and Bill and Martha's response. Which gave me another project for the honey do list. Since I would rather fix problems at home rather than while camping, I am going to replace the offending plug with a 90° plug. That should allow me to secure the plug and wire, possible with a tie wrap. Thanks for the problem to solve, it more fun than chess, for me. Mike