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Foggy Memory Reason: Because so many of our owners have great names, but I had never seen it named "Ollie", short for Oliver. Hence a unique name that I can actually remember. And my trailer's name gets mentionedd every time someone says Oliver! Hence it wins the most popular name award. Real Reason: I didn't have a creative name that I liked. LOL GJ

Nope - but - I wouldn't leave that pump on. In fact, I never even turn my pump on unless I'm about to actually use it. Bill

What we’ve used for the last 9 years. Works well, no issues.

' ILOVHER ' ~ 🙂

So as of yesterday, JD now has a Pacbrake PRXB Exhaust Brake!!! 🤣 The vendor swayed me with a 20% OFF Labor Day sale and Cummins Forum members convinced me of its product value! I got the work done and just yesterday went for a test drive. Wow I LOVE it! When I turn OD-OFF the exhaust brake consistently slows my Dodge-Cummins down to 25 MPH before releasing. There is also an engine warm-up feature that when ON pressurizes the valve partially to speed up warming (turned off when ECT hit 165F)! I'm not going to add a build thread here since I'm the only oddball here towing with a truck now 25 years old! It was quite a build (about as much work as upgrading axles). Though I did create a build thread on the Cummins Forum, linked here for those interested: https://www.cumminsforum.com/threads/pacbrake-on-the-dodge-47re-auto.2615212/?post_id=30091229/ An added bonus is the Pacbrake system comes with an onboard air compressor. So, I ran an air line to the rear bumper to air TV and TT tires or whatever. We're leaving Sunday for SW Colorado. Can't wait to see the brake perform on the many mountain road descents we'll see over the next couple weeks! 😎

I probably didn't need to replace those, but I wanted everything to be new and not have any wear and tear on them. My trailer is a 2019 and I don't know how it was treated before I bought it. I'm sure it's a me thing, but I like replacing everything when I'm going this far with replacement parts, so it would not have sat well in my mind if I didn't. Another reason, I brought the old axels, springs and E-Z flex suspension home to later use on a future trailer build so I would have needed to buy another set of E-Z flex suspension if I build the trailer. Better to have the new stuff on the Oliver.

Here is a link maybe to some ideas Our install included in this link is still in use by us and works great

Full disclosure: I never use the shower 😜 This is my wife’s exclusive domain. And we have a composting toilet if that matters. She basically just cut a normal shower curtain in half and put up a few suction cups. Here it is in “storage” mode and in “shower” mode:

But - why?😁

Totally agree with Mossey. As to a produce to use with your next size screws I would consider is a small tube of silicon sealent/adheasive. It will allow removal of your new Stainless Steel screws, yet help keep them in place. Thanks for your post. Frankly I have never really LOOKED at mine. Will do shortly! Geronimo John

Ollie of course! 🙂

It’s a 12v Dometic for sure. I don’t have the model #. Here is a pic -

Would love to replace the fridge in my 23. The fact that I can't even fit a pint of ice-cream in my freezer really irks me.

For the Commercial flaps, I read 85 inch-pounds. Even small bolts need special care in certain situations! Not that this is one of them however. I did just notice that after my recent trip before my last post, that one of my bolts had fallen out somewhere. So I emailed Rockstar about the situation of their torque spec and the rubber flaps not being able to support that kind of compression. I asked if using blue loc-tite would be a better solution. All they said was yes it would be OK. So I redid all the bolts with 5/16x1-1/2" SS fender washers and Blue loctite. With the larger washer, I was able to achieve 85 in-pounds with minimal distortion, but it's really probably not necessary with loc-tite. I just did it to see what would happen. Even with loc-tite and less torque, I think a washer is a good idea however. Dave

85 in-lb is only 7 ft-lb! I read 100 in-lb in their instructions (8.3 ft-lb). When I read in-lbs I never get out the torque wrench, because I wouldn't own one! I can push an open-ended wrench more than 7, 8 or 10 ft-lb with just two fingers. Just use a short wrench, not a long-handled ratchet, and make them snug enough to where you see the material compress slightly, you're done.

I think she and you will love it in multiple applications. Very quick and responsive and a cinch to clean and stow.

We have it...2022 Hull996. Our accumulator mount screws pulled out and left craters where the screws were. We tried VHB tape to no avail. I'm also looking to replace that board and looks like everything attached to it will have to come off. I haven't really studied the situation. We will be back in SC this weekend for a few weeks so I'll tackle the problem soon. We have hit some monster bumps and dips on the roads this year. Our "Bessie" joined the 64,000 mile club last week so I expect a few issues like this will crop up...gives me something to do :) Good luck, John

We have the same issue on hull #1150. Same here, something I've been meaning to look into. Eventually.

The rigid "foam" board is what we have in our Hull #1291 manufactured in October, 2022. It may not be apparent in the photo below, but our mounting board is not solid PVC. It has a "foamlike" feel to it, especially on the edge. It feels to me like it is a cross between solid PVC board and foam insulation board. That said, we have had no issues with screws loosening from that board, but we avoid driving on bad roads with our Oliver. I second Mossemi's "one size up" and Geronimo John's silicone adhesive recommendations. A "little dab'l do ya" on the screw threads.

Our Tireminder TPMS system has worked well on our Elite II for the past 2+ years. I mounted the booster under the rear dinette seat, with a "hard wire" connection to an unused slot in the 12V fuse panel, which is within inches of the mounting location. https://www.amazon.com/Minder-Research-TM22141-TireMinder-Transmitters/dp/B082QJ7H1R/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1MSJDVAH45HLF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xBmn1bCjMiZcg7st2OKRkkfI4kSlleW3UGbbTyKzXFW58FCKkTvAYe6M8Bp6luDUhzXIvBvKfxxi-sUnw5Nb_7Yzkp6Y4sehv6btJXLRERwcnu-a38tUXuey3rYQfVKmmP5oC8bGLQSm53BfH59q5zN_q49xhIqjwjLESh6sXsSA4mZl8kNbNp0ptIxNL72RHSkyMFCfnDYPrvAreT8Bb3lh2GrZQMIOk63Zv-6-844.SpXlweze8XL29HUrVGukyQVBGJQWg2nE_LS6bo-7zSw&dib_tag=se&keywords=tireminder+tpms+for+rv&qid=1759517098&sprefix=Tireminder%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5998aa40-ec6f-4947-a68f-cd087fee0848 We use the factory TPMS system for the tires on our 2019 Tundra tow vehicle.

Thanks for the response, I am also planning in doing the Alcan upgrade.

“The Bus” Named at first sight by our two year old granddaughter because it looked like the bus in a book that was frequently read to her.

We watch ours quite frequently before bed. Almost always something that I have downloaded on my iPhone via hdmi on the Furion. Works OK. Recently our adult son joined us for a few nights in Glacier National Park. (He has a stunningly good TV/audio system set up at his home.) We lay in our twin beds and all 6 ft of him in the dinette bed, two nights to watch movies. When his visit came to its inevitable end, we drove him to the airport. His parting words: “Thanks for having me. I loved the Ollie. But I am getting you a decent TV for Christmas” 🤣

You should be fine.

No, but here is an AI response to your question: If you turn on the RV's water pump while connected to city water, and assuming your city water pressure is sufficient, the pump will not operate because the city water's pressure will prevent it from turning on, and you will draw only from the city supply. However, if city water pressure is too low, the pump will kick on to supplement it by drawing water from the fresh water tank. A check valve in the system prevents the city water from flowing back into the tank or pump.

There are a ton of different brands - just type in "TPMS" on Amazon. Also, do the same on YouTube to view many different brands as tested by "professionals". Just about all of these do the same thing while having slightly different monitors. I would tend to stay away from the "cheaper" brands and would also question what am I getting for my extra money on the more expensive brands. Simply put - this is NOT new tech anymore other than those that are starting to integrate the trailer's TPMS with that of the tow vehicle. Bill

We have used this system for several years and are very happy with it. I cannot imagine towing our Oliver without it. https://www.amazon.com/TST-507-TPMS-Cap-Sensors

Thanks Patriot for your input and guidance with posting my signature information. 😃

It took over a week to arrive, but Amazon Used "Like New" condition came with the sealing tape open but everything else was certainly like new! They still have them for $86 on the link above, vs new at $116. I had to bring it to a dark bedroom for the picture. It's so shiny-new that anywhere else all you see is reflections (like the picture of the dual-burner @Ollie-Haus posted above). Thanks again Chris & Stacie! My wife Chris was very happy as I surprised her today with this cooktop. She said, "All the cooking shows use these!" 😂

Got back from Grand Junction, Co last night. Took the Oli up to Alcan to have new Dexter 5200lb D52 axels, new Alcan springs, Bulldog HD shocks, and new Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit (K71-653-00) installed. Took my little buddy Benny with for the day there, day back trip. The guys at Alcan met me out front at 7:30am. I dropped the trailer in the parking lot and they took care of everything. During the wait I drove the Rim Rock Drive in Colorado National Monument. After that, I went for a coffee, spent about half hour there and drove back to Alcan. The trailers was finished already! Then loaded up the old axels and springs into my t.v. and drove to Home Depot to get a torque wrench and sockets. Long drive home, but now the Ollie has all new axels and suspension. First time staying in the trailer. Bed is small for me, so I need to figure out a center connector piece and fill it with cushions to increase the leg area. I know about the Foy product, but may come up with something on my own.

Will do. Though keep in mind if the white one gets bad, I have two brand new black tops from the reman heads I bought! 🤣

@Boudicca908 The man made mounting material or as I refer to as PVC, does not hold screws or threaded fasteners very well when using the same size fasteners as were original installed. I would suggest removing one of the existing screws and then finding the same type of screw that is one size larger. I think they are common pan head screws and installation and removal can be accomplished with a Phillips screwdriver. Some type of adhesive may help, but anything like epoxy may make removal difficult. So if you do use an adhesive, use it sparingly. You can always add more the next time. Mossey

@jd1923 If you care - get yourself a cover for that new jack - the white ones yellow badly after a year or so out in the sun. Bill

Just “Oliver!” Sometimes we’ll say it the way Eva Gabor did in Green Acres!

I normally use the griddle insert on one side of my Weber Q for bacon and eggs and veggies.

We usually stay at Durango Ranch RV Resort, it’s on highway 550 just south of town. We’ll be there the end of September on our way back from the PNW. We had friends who stayed at Alpen Rose RV park in Durango and were happy. There’s also a nice RV Park in Bayfield, a little bit of a drive but a nice park. We’ve stayed there a couple of times. It used to be named Bayfield RV park now it’s Outdoorsy Bayfield.

If your shower track idea doesn’t pan out, alternatively many have installed a shower rod under the cabinet. My install did require some drilling, but much less conspicuous than in the ceiling. A standard curtain is best cut to length for optimum fitment and functionality. The shower curtain can be stowed in the curved corner, used to shade the window, covers the head and towel rack when in use, and provides more space when showering.