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We picked up our new LEII on October 27th! We have been waiting since February and we are very excited. Picture is the first day camped at Oliver in Hoenwald. We then moved down to Joe Wheeler state park for the remainder of the weekend. Everything works great and we are very happy. See y'all at the rally! Tim and Christie Willingham

We spent most of October in the Ozarks and Tennessee. Great trip, except for the last few days! Besides hitting a big deer in rural Louisiana and not being able to use our black tank flush, we also had a significant gray water leak. While stopped at a rest stop just inside Texas to check and fix all the inside chaos after driving I-20 through Shreveport, I noticed a steady trickle of water coming out of the rear bumper. We were parked facing uphill. Further inspection showed water coming out of the area where the black/gray drain pipe exits the trailer. It was pooling on the ground and was easy to see that it was gray. I started inside by checking under the dinette seat near the bathroom. There was standing gray water in the area where the drain pipe exits the back and goes to the gray tank. At that point we decided to cancel the rest of our trip and head straight home. After the deer strike my ability to turn right was cut in half without significant rubbing and I knew that black tank was an issue until I got the part. By the time we got home the area under the dinette seat was dry. I decided to tackle the issue in the morning so we just unloaded and called it a day. The next morning I checked again under the dinette seat, still dry. I checked as far under the shower pan that I could reach, it was dry. I check the gate and the connections there and it was dry. I moved to where the drain pipe enters the gray tank and BINGO, there it was. The drain pipe makes a 90 degree turn down into the tank after the gate. What I saw was the drain pipe half over the entry hole and half on top of the gray tank. So, showers and teeth brushing sent drain water half into the tank and half on top of the tank and then down to the floor. I disconnected the section that included the gate to get a better look at it. There is a rubber ring that fits inside the hole on top of the tank. The end of the drain pipe is somewhat tapered and it looks like it is meant to be held in place by friction - just jam the pipe into the rubber ring and call it a day. I cleaned the area on top of the tank, the rubber ring and the drain pipe end then mixed some epoxy and…, well it won’t be popping out anymore. I neglected to take pictures, I was still on my first cup of coffee and was intent on getting it fixed. I took one after I was done. So, my truck is in the body shop - should be done next week, the black tank flush is fixed and the gray water drain pipe is fixed. Ready for a January trip to Arizona! I’m going to open a service ticket to see how that drain pipe is supposed to be connected to the gray tank. Here is the drain pipe epoxied to the rubber ring which is epoxied to the top of the gray tank.

Congratulations! We pick up 1290 in four days.

We use SPOT when we are sailing. Two years ago we took the Light Beyond, our 35' sailboat, from Washington to Glacier Bay in Alaska. Cell coverage was limited to near a very few towns & even then was poor. Have done the Alcan 8 times and found cell coverage spotty at best ( & expensive as a Canadian plan is necessary ) SPOT or Garmin allows different levels of anywhere communication depending on hardware & plan. Money well spent.

Jackson Hole has a serious lack of camping options near town. We came through winter before last and found only camping near town was a private, not particularly nice, RV park which went for the bargain price of $125. This was in late May and the Grand Teton campgrounds were booked full or not open yet. Get your camping arrangements done in advance! I recomment Grand Teton NP - it is beautiful.

Welcome from Maine and hull #211. Remember two things; Most of the quiet quant places are at least ten miles from the Interstate, and most Interstates look alike.

A number of years ago I purchased a Garmin InReach Mini satellite communications device to use primarily while I'm in the Western US and out of cell phone range. Certainly the Garmin is not the only one of these devices but they recently published a statistical analysis of where, who and why various "SOS" calls have been made. Actually I had never considered at least a couple of the possibilities as reasons or situations to use the Mini. While I found the commentary to be a bit self-serving at times, the general nature of the report can probably be applied to many of us that spend a bunch of time exploring the great out doors. HERE is a link to that report. Bill

Oh boy, how daunting that must of been between the leak and hitting the deer! Not exactly the kind of adventure you were looking for! Glad you got home safely and found where the leak was coming from. Hopefully you will have smooth travels going forward.

I have an older SPOT locator and also a new SPOT tracker which is hidden between the hulls of The Wonder Egg. I recently purchased a PLB1, by rexcueME -Ocean Signal, and sometime later this year, my iPhone 14 Pro should also function via satellites for emergencies. After the initial expense of the PLB1 there are no further expenses other than changing the very long lasting battery.

Mike, Henry’s Lake SP is awesome, have you been to Mesa Falls in ID? It is not far from Henry’s Lake and has some great camping spots right near the lower falls. My wife is from ID, not far from there. Henry’s Fork (off the Snake River) goes through her dad’s property and on a clear day you can see the Tetons from his backyard. (Those are the highlights of living there..) Brian

I would add Gros Ventre campground in Grand Teton NP. Also, a good place to camp while visiting Yellowstone is Henry’s Lake State Park just across the border in Idaho. It’s about a 20 minute drive to Yellowstone from the campground. Mike

I know Dometic has a long history of supporting our OTT Team and Owners. I suspect that they are aware of this issue and my positive side hopes that down the road they can work up a solution for the 310's. Likely though a smart printer team will just start making a proper rebuild kit as other Dometic toilets now offer. Either way, There is so much "head room" between the cost to produce such a kit and th cost of a new toilet. As such, it is likely one of the two good solutions will happen. My hopes anyway,.

Where we live in central Idaho, the saying is: "There are two kinds of people here. Those who have hit a deer, and those who are going to hit a deer." I am in a third category: those who have hit at least 2 deer!

Congratulations from Hull #732! Wishing you many happy journeys and making great memories with your beautiful Ollie!❤️

BUMMER! I'm guessing that you would have mentioned if anything besides the truck was injured. Therefore I assume that other than nerves and, maybe, ear drums (from the screaming) all is OK. Bill

We didn’t go to Mesa Falls when we were at Henry’s Lake, mostly just Yellowstone. Driving through Idaho we were impressed with the scenery and landscape and plan on returning. Mike

Agree Steve, 15 gallons is the smallest Black Tank we have seen in a trailer this size. Anything more would have been nice. Also agree on the “nature of the blogs”, them seem to be addressing a completely different crowd (Washer/Dryer or Dishwasher??) and then somewhat tailored to address Oliver owners. Brian

Thanks for posting, the charts are educational. Garmin offers the option of cancelling your subscription at any time, and restarting it again without any extra fees. That can save a considerable amount of money in your “off” season. But I have resisted the temptation to do this, simply because so many places I drive have poor or no cell signal. The inReach is always very close by, in my bugout backpack. Just in case I crash or have a medical emergency, or I encounter somebody else who is in distress. Because it isn’t just for back country hikers. Sat comm, don’t leave home without it! John Davies Spokane WA

Gray water already goes directly to the gray tank from the sink and shower drains. Not sure I understand this. Fresh and Gray tank capacity are good for an Oliver sized trailer. Black capacity is the limiting factor for boondocking. A 20-30 gallon black tank would be better! Mike

Congrats and see you at the rally! Mike

OOPS! Don't think I'll do this.

Share and Enjoy !Shares Growing up in a family that spent time camping and pursuing outdoor activities, one thing was for sure, our first night at camp dinner. One of the memorable times we made this dinner as a family was the first night at Yellowstone National Park. Camping food is some of my favorite things. Maybe it is because after hiking, exploring, and playing in the wilderness all day, the hunger I had made the food taste even better. For my family, we would write a menu while camping and strategically pack and cook food to last the week. The beginning of the trip would be more perishable foods, followed later in the week with more shelf-stable products. For the first night, though, it would be something simple and quick to cook. With a few simple ingredients, everyone would be happy and full by the time dinner was over. Along with this Trailside Bite, I invited my mother to help me cook and share stories from when she was younger and how her experiences in the outdoors began. I grew up with three siblings; camping was a big part of our vacations. My mom will share stories from our camping trips and be great company as we cook together. On the Menu This family-inspired recipe is our simple Sausage and Potato skillet. Ingredients Yukon Gold Potatoes, diced2Yellow Onion, diced½Bell Pepper, diced1Kielbasa Sausage, sliced1/2Salt & PepperdashChili Powder½ tsp.Butter2 TBSP This Trailside Bite has just a couple of ingredients that will only need to be diced and cooked in a sautéed pan. Add all the ingredients to a pan and place it on medium-high heat. I like to start it on higher heat to melt the better, which will help things not stick to the pan while cooking. Once the butter is melted, reduce heat to medium heat and stir occasionally. Add a splash of water over the pan to steam the potatoes to reduce the cooking time. Check after a few minutes; if water is reduced, feel free to add more to continue the cooking process. To check if the potatoes are cooked, press the diced potato; it should cut easily yet still be firm. Uncover the pan and stir until the remaining water evaporates to brown ingredients. This should let the onions and peppers caramelize and crisp the sausage and potatoes. Once cooked through, serve with a salad or warm rolls and butter. Share this meal with your favorite people to make it a great start to your travels. Some meals become a crowd favorite; this is sure to be on our list. Share and Enjoy !Shares The post Sausage & Potatoes appeared first on Oliver Travel Trailers. Read the Full Article

Hi, Mike. We spent a lot of time on this forum, first deciding if we wanted to buy an Oliver, then learning all the particulars so we were well prepared and equipped when we took delivery. One note: the online search function here is terrible. We use Google and start the search phrase with "Oliver trailers" followed by whatever we're looking for. Have fun browsing.

? You don’t have 3 yellow fuse holders like this photo under your street side (driver’s side) access hatch under the bed? Ours is a 2019 Elite II, Hull 461 so your 2019 should be pretty similar. These are the fuses for the 3 jacks, and the front jack also has a redundant 2nd fuse on the front jack post. And it’s a glass tube type fuse, not the blade type. Did you get a spares kit of fuses with your Oliver? (Ours came with a kit, and there’s a spare 30 amp fuse in the kit). And you can substitute a 30 amp fast blow fuse if it’s all you can find. It won’t hurt the jack, but the fast blow fuse may blow prematurely as a nuisance in a high current draw condition.

UPDATE: I opened a ticket with service and was told that the drain pipe is just inserted into the rubber grommet with no adhesive. I asked if there were any issues with my repair (epoxy both the grommet and pipe to the tank) and was told there were no issues that they were aware of. It might be a good periodic check to look under the dinette seat and ensure that the drain pipe is seated tightly into the rubber grommet on top of the gray tank. Or, it looks like you could make a more permanent seal like I ended up doing. I will say that it took about 90,000 miles and just under 7 years for my drain pipe to dislocate itself. Mike

Hey Mike, welcome to the forum. There is a lot of information you can spend time on here. Also, from NW Arkansas you aren’t too far from the factory in Hohenwald. It would be worth a trip there to take a tour and see some trailers there. As you think of questions just make a post and you’ll get lots of answers, experience and opinions! Mike

The "subscription plans" that Garmin offers can be found HERE. I normally use what Garmin calls the "Recreation" plan. If you calculate the "breakeven point" of this plan versus the other two if comes out to right at 5 months. So, if you plan to use the InReach for at least the 5 months it becomes the least expensive out of the three available. Normally I keep my device "active" for about 6 to 7 months paying the monthly fees during that time and then when we are not traveling and/or hiking/fishing as much I inactivate it unless we decide to hit the road. Bill

Yes, this is basically what I meant by my comment about never considering at least a couple of the possibilities. These devices are not "cheap" but at least for me the potential downside of not having one is or could be VERY expensive. In addition I've found that there are several features of the Garmin Mini that are very helpful and/or entertaining. You can track where you have been in virtual real-time and share it with others and you can save these tracks and/or places such that you can either go back again or re-trace your steps in order to get back to the trailhead. My point is that these are not just "rescue devices" - they can be very useful for all sorts of activities. Bill

Share and Enjoy !Shares It's no secret that water tanks are an important factor when it comes to choosing a travel trailer, especially if you're going to be doing a lot of boondocking and camping without full hookups. You want to be able to utilize your trailer to its highest potential, and your water tanks play an important role in that! When you're choosing a trailer, one of the biggest factors you should consider is the water tank holding capacity. What is the trailer's fresh water holding capacity? What is the gray water holding capacity? And most importantly, what is the black water holding capacity? Before we get into the specifics, let's talk about why these factors are so important, when you'll need to think about your trailer's water tank holding capacity, and how to get the most out of your tanks when boondocking. Why is Water Tank Holding Important? When you're boondocking, it's important to have a large water tank capacity so that you can continue to enjoy your trailer and all of its amenities without having to worry about running out of water. If you have a smaller fresh water tank, for example, you'll need to be more careful about how you use your water while boondocking. You might need to take shorter showers, or make sure you're doing laundry and dishes less often. However, if you have a large fresh water tank, you can continue using your trailer as you normally would without having to worry about conserving water as much. This is especially important if you're boondocking with a family or group of people. The same goes for gray and black water tanks. If you have larger holding tanks, you can continue using your trailer's bathroom and kitchen without having to worry about emptying the tanks as often. How to Get The Most Out of Your Tanks While Boondocking Even if you have a travel trailer with large holding tanks, there are still some things you can do to help conserve water while boondocking. One way to do this is by investing in a grey water diverter. A gray water diverter allows you to connect a hose from your shower or sink directly to your gray water tank. This way, any water that would normally go down the drain is instead diverted into the gray water tank. This conserves fresh water and helps you make the most out of your gray water holding capacity. Another way to conserve water is by using eco-friendly, biodegradable cleaning products in your kitchen and bathroom. These products use less water and will help extend the life of your black water tank. Finally, if you have a dishwasher in your trailer, make sure to run it only when it's full. This will help you save water and energy, and it will also help extend the life of your black water tank. Same with a washer and dryer – if you plan on doing laundry, make sure you have a full load every time and you're using your washer sparingly. It's a great feature to have, but it can use quite a bit of water if you're not careful! If you are careful with your water consumption and usage in your Oliver travel trailer, you can go on long camping trips (potentially weeks long) without running out of water. Now that we've gone over some of the basics, let's take a more detailed look at Oliver travel trailers and their water tank holding capacities. Oliver Travel Trailers' Water Tank Capacities Oliver travel trailers have some of the best water tank holding capacities on the market. The Legacy Elite model, for example, has a fresh water holding capacity and gray water holding capacity of 32 gallons each, and a black water tank holding capacity of 15 gallons. The Legacy Elite II has the same water tank capacities. Other travel trailers might have larger fresh water tanks, but they typically have smaller gray and black water tanks. This can be a problem if you're doing a lot of boondocking and need to empty your tanks frequently. With Oliver travel trailers, you don't have to worry about this – you can use your trailer's bathroom and kitchen without having to empty the tanks as often. In addition, Oliver travel trailers are compatible with a water filtration system that helps to keep your water clean and fresh. This is especially important when you're boondocking and might not have access to clean water sources. What Can You Do With Oliver's Water Tank Capabilities? With 32 gallons of fresh water, you can take showers, wash dishes, and use the bathroom without having to worry about conserving water. You'll also have plenty of water for cooking, cleaning, and general use. And with a black water tank capacity of 15 gallons, you won't have to empty your tanks as often as you would with other travel trailers. Why You Should Choose Oliver Travel Trailers for Your Outdoor Adventures If you're looking for a travel trailer that can accommodate your family or group's needs, Oliver travel trailers are a great option. With large water tank holding capacities, you'll have plenty of water for all of your needs while boondocking. And with a variety of floor plans to choose from, you're sure to find an Oliver travel trailer that's perfect for your next adventure. Aside from having large water tanks, Oliver Travel Trailers are lightweight, compact, and easy to tow. And with a variety of optional features and upgrades, you can customize your Oliver travel trailer to fit your specific needs. If you're looking for a travel trailer that can accommodate your needs while boondocking, Oliver is a great option! With large holding tanks and plenty of amenities, you'll be able to enjoy your trailer to its fullest potential. Contact us today to learn more! Share and Enjoy !Shares The post Oliver Travel Trailers’ Water Tank Holding Compared to Others appeared first on Oliver Travel Trailers. Read the Full Article

We've found the 15 gallon black tank to be adequate, but it's the smallest we've ever had in a trailer (even our 26' Sunline held 30 gallons). 20 would've been nice.

Thanks Bill @topgun2 . I watch the videos and it does look like a simple repair, depending on what product I use to replace the old calk. It does seem completely inadequate to start with, from the factory. This first step I took, was to tighten up all the screws. There were QUITE a few that we very lose. None were stripped out, so that's good. I might get the hose on it today to see what happens. Thanks again gang! I hope to meet some of you at next year's rally in alaBAMA! 😛 Chris

@Mike and Carol I had the exact same two comments! @JWalmsley please explain the Diverter Valve statement. Brian

Oops! I guess the numbers were too big to see! 😆

TW & Christie - Welcome to the Family! Your new baby sure is nice and shiny! How was Joe Wheeler camp? Did you do anything interesting on the way home? I look forward to meeting you at the Owner's Rally. In the meantime - get out there and break-in that new beauty. Bill

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Congratulations and looking good. I think I like the new look of no side graphics. Just curious since we just placed out order a couple weeks ago, what is your hull number.

Not to be too cynical, but this reads like an industry boilerplate article with a few tweaks, but not enough to reflect what Oliver brings to the table. ...6v batteries ...If you want to add solar panels to your Oliver Travel Trailer, call your nearest store and set up an appointment with our service team. We will get you and your trailer in as soon as possible! ...no mention of Lithium

How was it attached? Looks like a great job!

Yep, definitely don’t fill grey before you go! Someone was tired when they wrote up the article..lol! Oops!

Agree Geronimo John. I'm sure they have their reasons ($$$) but what a waste!

I just got off of the phone with Anita, and our final build list has been entered. All that's left is to write a check for half the remainder and wait almost five months. Here's where we're at right now: - Oliver Legacy Elite II Twin Bed - Standard Mattresses (third party mattresses after receipt) - Standard Fabric - Midnight - Hypervent - Omnidirectional Antenna (local weather etc. if we don't have cell service) - Street Side Awning - Frosted Cabinet Doors - Convection Microwave - 20 Gallon Propane (to keep tongue weight down) - Front/Rear Propane Quick-Connects - Standard Toilet (with possible AirHead composting replacement) - Full Truma Package AC, Furnace, Water Heater and Antifreeze kit - Lithium Platinum Package - Backup Camera - Rear Bumper Receiver (to be converted to 2" after receipt) - Anderson Hitch - Aluminum Storage Basket - Basement Door - No Graphics

Not a great pic but this is that "wall" covered.

Make up a slurry using Zudd cleanser and white vinegar. Brush it on the affected areas with a soft brush and let it work until the rust stains disappear. Wipe off the residue, rinse with isopropyl rubbing alcohol , and blowdry with a hairdryer. Touch up the ends with this product.

No problems with bugs at these temps. Last year, during the early October bow season, my two sons hunted and tent camped the same area. Again, no bugs but when they returned to their tent following a day of hunting, the tent had been torn down by a bear. Needles to say, their hunt was cut short as they quickly packed up and skedaddled back to their truck. They were much more comfortable this year, camping with me in our new Oliver...my days of tent camping, during any season, are over now that we have the Oliver!

Scrub partially rusted metal areas with a small wire brush to remove flakes and powdery surface rust, then prime with a rust-inhibitive primer. Once done, you can paint over rust.

A friend of mine and former Oliver owner broke a tab on the snap-out return air grill on his Dometic air distribution box (ADB) cover. He had to order the whole ADB cover assembly just to get the return air grill. I broke one of the doors on the side of our ADB and he sent me the rest of the ADB cover that he didn’t need so that I could get the part I needed. I sent him half of what he paid and we both ended up getting the parts we needed for less than the cost of the whole ADB cover. My point is that if someone has to order an assembly from Dometic to get the part they need they might can cut their losses by offering up the rest of the assembly for sale in the Classified section of the forum.

Alde hot water trailer heat system! We owned a nuCamp 400 (great rig) before our Oliver which had an Alde. Really like our Oliver; miss the Alde.

A standard air fitting (pictured) used in a regulated gas line usually will not work. The 4 pound pressure is not great enough to open the internal valve in the female fitting when the male fitting is inserted. A manual valved fitting solves the problem.

Yes, you will “need” it with the smaller truck. In fact, according to the Ford towing guide, any trailer above 5,000lbs requires a weight distributing hitch. You’ve already got a 3/4 ton tow vehicle. Why would you not use it? Were I in your situation, I’d use the $50-60K that would be spent for a less capable truck to just pay the difference between diesel and gasoline and drive the half million miles that amount of money will provide for you.

There are a bunch of "pro's and con's" concerning the EZ Lube feature. Bottom line is - yes - there is no easy way to properly grease bearings and that certainly includes the EZ Lube. Once you know how to do the job - it really isn't very difficult. BUT - it is always very messy! One can grease those zerks without jacking up the camper at all - at least if one is your size 😇. It is a little tight and you have to learn to move like a snake, but, knowing that the camper isn't going to fall on you helps a bunch with the "peace of mind". No easy way of getting the grease COMPLETELY in and around all of those little bearings. I still use the tried and true hand packing method. Once you get past the idea of how long its going to take to get your hands degreased, its not so bad. Besides, for the next day or so your hands will be soooooo soft and smooth (assuming that you're not wearing gloves). Yep! I've always felt that now that you know how these things work and how the job is supposed to be done you are in a much better position to know when and/or if things are not "right" - " the way that they should be". Knowledge is a great thing - it is a shame that sometimes it is so difficult/messy to earn/learn. You should take great pride in the fact that you tackled this job and now "know". In the immortal words of "Ice", "you (Topgun) can be my wingman anytime". Bill