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I know this topic has been frustrating for many people, especially those who believe everyone should have followed a specific order. However, I also understand that many are waiting for updates and want reassurance that their concerns are being addressed. So here is my story. A few months ago, I filed my paperwork. Last week, I learned that Oliver had shipped my replacement parts to the dealer I selected, Bretz RV in Liberty Lake, WA. They provided me with a tracking code, so I called the dealer. They informed me that they could schedule my service for the day the parts were set to arrive, which was on Tuesday. I dropped off my trailer and spoke with the dealer. He mentioned that Oliver had just called him to verify the recall, parts delivery, and the work needed for my trailer. Three days later, on Thursday, I picked up the trailer. The service was delayed by a day due to confusion over whether the work was warranty-related or a recall. They initially thought it was warranty work and were waiting for an approval call from Oliver. Once they clarified that it was indeed a recall, they finished the job and got the trailer back to me. Ideally, none of this would have happened, or at least, the wait would not have been so long. However, once Oliver shipped the parts, my experience with Oliver and the dealer network I used was quite pleasant. I hope more of you out there start to get this notice and have a seamless repair experience.

That connection can be a sticky one and I've had the same issue. What works for me is to keep the leg attached at the floor, position yourself facing the window, up against the table, back straight, and give that table a good quick lift. If it comes free I would recommend paraffin over trusty WD-40 to lubricate the connection. On my leg, it's just a plastic cap over the aluminum leg with a single metal spring clip. Rub the paraffin all over that and you should be good to go. Don't be afraid to reef on that connection to get it to come off. Good luck. Dave

Each year Garmin provides a "year in review" which shows the kinds of activities, places, reasons for users asking for help, etc. for users of the Garmin InReach satellite rescue device. There a number of these types of devices on the market, but this report by Garmin highlights some of the reasons for using any of these. The Garmin report can be viewed HERE. Bill

I have the FITCAMX, it’s nicely integrated into my Silverado’s rear view mirror housing, and plug and play installation with the power wire hidden and connected to the rear view mirror wiring, and hidden inside the mirror housing.

Have you tried contacting the awning company about this? Good luck! Bill p.s. a spray of Aerospace 303 Protectant every now and then might help slow down this problem too.

A couple of members (like Patriot) have used a small foam kneeling pad like THIS. Bill

Glad to hear you had your AquaGo fixed per the recall. I expect the Oliver is doing all they can given the lack of parts availability from Truma. Yes, this is very frustrating for me not knowing when the parts will be available for our repairs. It would also be helpful to have a little more guidance from Oliver as to the risks involved with using a recalled AquaGo.

See ya at the Rally…..🤣

That is strange. Time to submit a ticket on this one. GJ

I Good first step and of course don't touch it until you get their answer. If they will not warranty it, I would tape where it's cracked and then add an UV protective loom around it. Do this even if they do replace the wire harness, so the new one won't look the same in another 5 years.

I watched Foundation on TV when I was housebound. Liked it. I also like the movie I Robot. So I decided to read all the fiction Asimov wrote 😀 I highly recommend reading it “in order” https://more.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/1584219139/1735833849 PS Mundum Visum has free audiobooks on you tube (not bad) Spoiler alert: The books are only thematically similar to the films.

Propane in air burns at 3596°F. I don't know how hot that makes the burner tubes get but I believe a tig spot weld would be the best bet. With the right filler metal for example, silicon bronze (melts around 1500-1600°F.), you might be able to braze the ends to the frame.

We just met another Ollie sharing the Zion RV campground with us today. Well met Michelle and Jamie!

I believe they all are, except for the Aussie Houghton A/C (unless they off-shore their manufacturing like the rest). Atmos German designed, China built.

Issue is bearing the noise until then! If I lived in Florida I would have already installed one.

Hopefully when my Dometic dies the tariff’s will have settled down.

Totally get that. Looking forward to seeing you again

@2008RN I have a small piece of plexiglass that I keep in the cellar to use to kneel down on when connecting my hoses.

The TOSOT AC is manufactured in China. Hopefully not at the same factory where the OTT springs are made.

Soup anyone? 😂 love the old Seinfeld shows.

The last two years some of the vendors have provided box lunches or light breakfast, but that's not shown on the schedule this year. Last year there was a potluck dinner that's also not listed this year. We find planned dinners don't go as planned due to lots of gabbing, so be flexible.

We usually do the opening dinner and then meals at our trailer. Like Patriot, we do a late breakfast and early dinner and that’s it. Mike

Dan, it's good you noticed this before it got worse. Check out my picture. The two carriage bolts, shiny round heads faced up, go straight down through the frame. Get under your Oliver just behind the wheel well and tighten the two large nuts. If there is a split-ring washer that has lost its spring, replace it. If not use some blue Locktite (not red). Then check the other side as well. Edit: If you find the main jack mounting bolts are tight which is highly possible, then the head of the jack has slipped up off the post. In this case, remove the head (2-3 Allen screws), check the post for vertical markings from it slipping to be certain of cause. Then remount head. Age of your hull, having it out would be a good time to do thorough maintenance. I'm the only one that has worked the complete service and if you will do so, let me know and I will supply the link. In the meantime, do not use your stabilizer jacks.

I would suggest as above, to check the tightness of the 4 bolts. Also, try looking at the unit while someone else is operating the jack. If no change, try calling OTT for further advice.

I have some comments about Truma.... all good. A couple of summers ago I had a propane leak. It's a long story. I was convinced it was the cooktop, but the only available SOB RV repair shop in North Dakota decided it was the Truma AquaGO, and since they weren't certified by Truma to "Repair" the Truma, and because the unit was under warranty, Truma shipped a new unit and it was installed by the SOB RV place within a few days. Truma gave me fantastic service in that event, getting the unit delivered very quickly. I imagine that they are overwhelmed with the number of units that need to be repaired or replaced with this recall, but my experience with their company is very good, and they worked with OTT service in the course of that event.

JD, several years ago Craig had a fire in his Truma water heater. It was a dicey situation. It is my understanding Truma replaced the unit. Fast forward to the burner replacement. Oliver stepped up to the plate, taking care of this. It is my understanding that Oliver sent the part to a Truma approved service company in the PNW. After replacing the burner unit, they conducted their final testing and discovered other issues. I'm not sure how Oliver has any responsibility in this. I don't believe they had anything to do with the previous replacement. That was done by Truma. The trailer is approximately 6 years old. The unit was replaced by Truma approximately 2+ years ago. This appears to be 100% on Truma. Oliver shouldn't be responsible for replacing a unit they didn't install My 2¢

OK, so I broke down big-time and spent a lot of money on hose fittings. This is getting to be too much, but thank you @Patriot as I am looking forward to future ease in watering... I added quick connects to the 3 water inlets (not the black tank rinse), the 25' and 10' hoses we travel with, our water filtration system, the 35-gal tank in the TV, other hose attachments and I believe we are good-to-go. Nice that I can get everything connected and torqued down, knowing these connections should be mostly permanent. I could not spend another $50 or more for fancy hose endcaps, but got these instead: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SKXR0C?ref=fed_asin_title&th=1 They fit just right, like the price and the retro look! 🤣

My wife won't let me get a hoe.

We’ve been listening to Dan Carlin’s Hardcore History podcast series while on the road. Regular books - I’m working my way through “Texas” by James Michener, fascinating historical fiction. The paperback is almost 1,400 pages, so not a quick read. Mike

Back in the early fall, 2008, we had 200 watts solar installed on our Elite. Last year, we installed a 12v refrigerator, which adds to our electricity appetite. We also picked up an inexpensive Coleman 100 watt panel, to use as a "suitcase" solar, though it doesn't fold. Last fall, Oliver installed a Furrion port for us. Paul recently wired it to our solar controller. Today, we had a nice clear day, and I tried some tests on the Coleman panel, just to see what we could expect. Yesterday, Paul covered our existing fixed panels with dark moving blankets, so I could record readings only from the portable panel. Yesterday, feeling really decadent, I purposely ran down the batteries so I could get to bulk stage charging. Not essy to do, with all led lighting. Ran the front jack up and down a few times. Tried running the power hog furnace fan awhile. But in 78 degree weather, I had to turn it off after awhile. Finally, started today with 20 hours down, leaving both exhaust fans on overnight. Our $100 /100 watt panel recharged the battery in less than four hours of full sun. But, when I covered some cells with another blanket, I saw a huge loss of power coming in. Even two cells covered lost 50 per cent. 12 cells covered obliterated any gain. The good news is, I think I can manage between the cheap portable panel, if i can keep it out of the shade, and our much better quality fixed panels, and not have to run the generator most days. We honestly didn't expect a lot out of the Coleman, but in full sun, I was getting 5 amps in. It will definitely require attention, though, to keep the batteries up. Sherry

I am attaching pictures of the final install for the portable solar panel connection. I used the Blue Solar 75/15 with the Bluetooth Dongle which I mounted on a new piece of plywood attached to an existing backer board. I added an inline switch to turn off the Solar Controller when we are not using the panel just to save battery. I used crimped connectors with heat shrink shields. I also made a custom sealed port to run the wires into the battery compartment. The port was sealed together with 5 minute epoxy The pictures make it pretty self explanatory. As I said before the only thing I would avoid in my install is where I positioned the outside Furion port. It was just really hard to get it through bolted.

Finished installation today, used some ideas shared here. Our Ollie does not have solar charging system installed by Oliver. Already had a Renogy 100W suitcase portable solar panel. Used plastic cutting board as interior backing plate for the Furrion port. Also made two 12 1/2 foot solar cables out of 12/2 cable from Lowes with CNLINKO two pin connector to the Furrion port. Connected cables and solar panel together with MC4 connectors.

I do not see any reason to have two solar receptacles when one at the battery box will allow the panels to work anywhere around the trailer with only 15- 20' of cord. If you put the receptacle at the front or the back, you have to route wires to the electrical area or the battery box. If you go straight into the battery box, that problem goes away. The Furion requires a very large hole. The one I show only requires a 7/8" hole. When installed in the battery door, you can reach both sides to install the nuts and the wiring is very easy. If you want to put the controller in the electrical area, under the port side bunk, you can get to that area from the battery box, so again, the battery door works well for the plug. Use a conventional #12 exterior extension cord and cut it to the length you want, for the solar extension cord. These are fine stranded, weather resistant and resistant to damage from getting stepped on or run over. Plus they are cheap and easy to get.

Thanks @Raspy. That is a nice simple idea. Well I have to say drilling a hole in my brand new camper was filled with anxiety but it was just about the easiest to drill hole I have ever cut. I decided to install the Furion solar plug port above my existing shore power port My plan was to use rivets to mount it but the rivets I had were not long enough. I think you would need 1 inch grip rivets to get through the plastic port and the thickness of the hull. I decided to through bolt it which worked but would be impossible with out a patient partner because the top through bolts were just under the lip of the inner hull; this made threading the two top nuts very tricky! At any rate the job is completed. I will post the pictures here and then add the final wiring install pictures when I get to that step.

Exterior solar plug pictures: This is a very nice and compact 20 Amp exterior plug. It has solder connections to gold (I think) terminals. Comes with screws, gasket and chain. I posted a link to it in an earlier post. The male end fits a #12 exterior extension cord and has a strain relief nut. The plug has a twist-lock design and will not fall out. It also keeps the connection dry while plugged in. https://www.amazon.com/CNLINKO-Industrial-Connector-Receptacles-Waterproof/dp/B0795464LP/ref=pd_ybh_a_26?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=9EBPJGFS22DYCSBDBBGV

An FFI ... The Coleman panel I'm using is on sale thru 3/29 at costco.com ( not in the store) for $99. It's an inexpensive way to try portable solar... Sherry

Any ideas how to fix? 3 years in the sun and things like this are expected. Am thinking about loosening the clips and covering both wires with tubing of some sort. Thanks, John

Thanks for the report, I have been considering a 120 watt suitcase unit for those shaded sites. But you are killing me.... Here is my concrete cat yard art looking out from under the patio table..... After the second snowiest February on record we have -15 degree windchill tonight. The sun is sure pretty to look at though, from inside. John Davies Spokane WA