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Joe & Janet - A few more quick thoughts since you are "first timers" - 1 - bring a camera. You will not remember all of the things you see. A picture will help several months down the road to jog your memory of that mod you thought was interesting. 2 - bring a notebook for many of the same reasons you bring a camera. 3 - bring good walking shoes. I think that you will find that one of the better benefits of attending the Rally is meeting and talking to other owners. This is best done by simply grabbing that camera and notebook and going for a walk. 4 - bring a bike. For many of the same reasons as #3 above. Also, depending on where you are camped, a bike can make quick work of getting down to the vendor area, the Beach Pavilion, camp store/check-in or simply to another campsite. A bike certainly isn't necessary but it can save some walking/driving. Unless you are an exceptional biker - don't even think about biking up to the Lodge for presentations and seminars. The hill is fairly steep. 5 - be mindful of wildlife. Early in the morning and at dusk the deer really do come out and they are not afraid of humans and vehicles. Also, particularly if you are camped up near the road note that there have been reports of snakes seeking the warmth of the asphalt. I've never noticed a poisonous snake but a bite is a bite - just keep an eye out if you tend to walk around after sunset. There really aren't many but --- 6 - be sure to save some time to relax. Usually I get back home from the Rally really tired. The State Park is really pretty - be sure to schedule watching the sunset from up at the Lodge deck or from down by the water. If you see a group around a campfire or even someone simply relaxing outside their Ollie, grab a chair and ask to join them. 7 - never leave your Ollie with the awning deployed. A few years ago a sudden storm came up and at least four Ollies had the awning destroyed. Even last year a sudden storm nearly claimed an awning or two. 8 - with reference to #3 above - Do not be afraid to approach people or simply knock on a door. Most of us love to talk about these trailers and are more than happy to show you what we mods have done. 9 - if you have (business) cards bring them. This will save you a bunch of time giving out this information if you chose to do so. 10 - don't worry about what to bring. We are all camping! Attire for the opening meeting will range from shorts and t-shirts to business slacks and collared shirt. Most will have nice jeans and a golf type polo or shirt. Always bring a sweater or light jacket when going up to the Lodge - there ae times when the air conditioning can be a bit cool. In this same vein a hat and sun glasses are always a good idea when going down near the lake. For supplies - there are a couple of grocery stores in Guntersville to include a nice Publix. There are also hardware stores and the like. There are a number of nice casual restaurants in town too. 11 - finally, as with virtually all things, don't be afraid to ask for recommendations, to borrow just about anything, advice on how to fix just about all things related to your Oliver, etc.. There will be plenty of owners in attendance that will be more than willing to help with just about anything you might need. Bill

I know I’m a little late to this party, but this search format always works for me. Just change the verbiage between the 'single quotes'. site:olivertraveltrailers.com 'oliver owners rally' Mossey

We do the same. That's what the kool kids do! 🤣 Honestly, I stopped looking at SeaLevel gauges when they did not read correctly in a Class-A we had, in a Class-C, and again in the Oliver. The Oliver is so sensitive to level that you can bring up or down the front jack an inch and the reading may change 10-20%! We stopped looking long ago, though given this thread I will study this during our trip to the Q this week. We fill the FWT when we hear the pump pulling air, we know our gray tank lasts 3-5 days and a good 10 days on the black, so we don't bother with readings that are more often inaccurate. Our hull has the suction tube defect. We pull air way sooner than 13%! (more like 44%) We have only 18 gallons usable in our FWT. Good thing we hold another 36-gal in the tank in our truck bed, having 3 x 18-gal for 54-gal total. I know it's 18 gallons. Every time the water pump pulls air we refill the tank via the boondocking port (good thing I replaced the 1/4" ID brass turn-valves for 12mm ID motorized valves). I measure the refill and after 4-5 times measuring it has always been right at 18 gallons. BTW, measuring the amount it takes to refill, 'til the tank starts to overflow is the ONLY way to determine the amount filled and the net amount remaining in the tank! Filling both tanks tomorrow to head out to the Q this weekend. Warming up soon with highs of 80F in the SW valleys next week! 😂

Mostly this depends on where and/or how you like to camp. Due to a storm several years ago, the sites closer to the water tend to not be as shady as those further away from the water. Also, the "vendor" area, the "beach pavilion" (where in year's past a number of presentations have been made/held) and dog park are located closer to the end of the campground where the camp office/store is located. Many of the sites that one might consider "better" have already been reserved. However, as a general comment - most of the sites are decent and it is generally a very good campground. If you have specific needs be sure to mention that to the park personnel when you make your reservation. Bill p.s. there are a number of YouTube videos that show both the park and the campground like THIS and THIS and THIS. Also, see THIS video by one of our own members/owners which was filmed at last year's Rally.

OK got it. We use our fresh tank 100%. I have never experienced what you stated. I will have to look at ours on our next trip👍

This will be our first year attending. Is there an area we should try to reserve a site in?. I noticed all the cement pads sites were already reserved. Lol. We have a site and figure this year will be our learn to learn about the event. Looking forward to meeting more owners.

Also important to note LGSP use to allow just a 1 day deposit for your site for the following years rally registration. Last year when making our reservations for the 2025 rally, we learned the park changed their policy and now you must be paid in full when you reserve your site for the entire stay at the rally. @MAX Burner great reminder on the military discount. 👍🏻🫡🇺🇸 Looking forward to seeing everyone at this year’s rally! 🇺🇸

I drain my fresh tank to 0. On the flip side the max reading is 88% full and that is after 30 seconds of water pouring out of the overflow valve. My gray tank shows 13% after draining. If there is slope at the dump I have gotten it down to 0. As far as the fresh, I just add 12 to the fresh tank readout.

John I think this is it…. Oliver 2025 Rallies 1. Lake Guntersville State Park Guntersville, AL April 30 - May 4, 2025 2. Texas Oliver Rally 2025 is set at Lake Mineral Wells State Park Oct 21, 2025 - Oct 23, 2025

It looks like this thread was started in 2023 but I will put in my two bits. I know people disagree with me but we tow with a 2022 diesel GMC canyon. it has a tow capacity of 7700 pounds. I have loaded the truck and trailer many different ways and have taken it to the cat scales more than you care to know. Ive come close to maxing out the trucks GVW but was still under by 400 lbs. Thats including full fuel me my wife 2 kayaks, tent, 5 gallons extra water a full cooler of ice and food, cooking stove, fire pit,IMG_3990.HEIC one e bike and a regular bike. The trailer weighs in at about 5,600. The truck has no problem towing as far as power and so far braking hasn't been an issue. If I had a bigger garage I might consider a bigger truck but so far we have been very happy. Good luck Bill and Nancy

Y @Steve-Gwenne, you will enjoy a very special relationship with the grandchildren. I know I do. My little grandson is my little buddy. I have the joy of spending 4 days a week, sometimes 5, watching him grow and learn, and play with me. I count myself lucky to be able to experience these days. I'm sure you feel the same. My daughter spent her days with my parents until she was three, and still has so many wonderful memories of those days. Who knows, you may even find that the grandkids enjoy the Ollie as a playhouse, and an early introduction to camping, even if it's just in the driveway, and daytime. (Our daughter loved camping in the boat, as a little girl. ) All the rounded corners, and stovetop closed away, make the Ollie ideal for Littles, with a bit of thought in childproofing outlets, bath door, etc. , imo. If you're not going to camp other than maybe local for the next 18 months, I would definitely not change out the tires now. Cover them. I wouldn't worry about flat spots, as we had to worry about with bias tires and old school radials. Depending on where you live, waxing with a good marine wax twice a year provides a lot of protection.

This guideline presumes regular exposure to UV light. Tires protected from UV light last much longer. So, I second the recommendation to invest in tire covers. Another consideration when storing any vehicle with tires that long is development of flat spots. Even just storing our Elite II for the winter months, I take most of the weight off the tires with the three electric jacks, for that reason.

We don't have Alcans, but as information, replaced original Monroe shocks with Bulldog 1213-0656 shocks on our Dexter 5200lb axles with 5 leaf Dexter springs.

Dave, 6 AWG is all you need. The ONLY reason for anything heavier is when running an inverter. OTT uses 6 AWG to connect the PD charger, the 12VDC fuse panel and everything else. Make sure all B+ and B- connections are clean and tight. I cut 1/2” off each end to bare new copper in the buses, but if you have good eyelets to the batteries, just steel brush them Blue Sky SC in our hull also uses 6 AWG in and out. Check my upgrade link re configuring the Blue Sky for LiFePo4. Good battery choice, btw! 🤣

I'm no expert, but If you're not installing an inverter, then minimum wire size would be dictated by your Progressive Dynamics charger output which is probably around 60 to 90 amps depending on the model. I’d personally go with 4/0 wire. This will cover large amperage chargers and/or an inverter if you ever wanted to upgrade. I think Oliver uses 4/0 in their lithium systems. Is the BlueSky charge controller for solar? If so, then it's probably around 30 amps for a 340 watt panel. You can re-use your #6 wire for that. Battery shops or Battery Cables USA will custom make different size/length cables with straight or 90 degree lugs. Plan your run, measure lengths and verify the stud sizes you need, probably all 3/8”. For cost perspective, I ordered a 24” x 4/0 cable with lugs in January for $30 including shipping. 2/0 was a couple of dollars cheaper per foot. I also highly recommend that you install a Victron smart shunt on the negative lead so you will know your battery charge percentage level. Something to think about if your ordering pre-made cables. They use 3/8 studs too. Hope this helps, Geoff

Forgo the 4x4 if you want to add extra cargo capacity to a 1/2 ton pickup. The problem with this is finding what you want in a 2 wheel drive will require the unicorn to also be able to fart rainbows.