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  1. Our last night in western NC mountains before heading home to coastal South Carolina. We’ve been in the low to mid 20’s each night since pickup on the 19th. The furnace is wonderful, keeping the thermostat at 61 degrees has kept us plenty warm.
    7 points
  2. We have a pair of AGM batteries and a dc/dc charger in the back of our truck. One battery would run the fridge for 5 days, 2 gets us 10 days. That’s without bothering to start the truck. I’ve thought about putting a solar panel on our truck but we’ve been on the road 6 months and never ran the batteries down.
    6 points
  3. We also have two agms in the truck bed powered by a 100w solar panel and controller on the truck topper roof rack. Stand alone system not hooked to truck electrical. Powers a dometic chest fridge nicely.
    5 points
  4. David - Somewhere in your LE2 you should have a solar disconnect switch similar to THIS ONE. It is most likely located under the street side bed area. Switch it to the "OFF" position and your panels will not be transmitting electricity to the batteries. You should disconnect anything that runs off 12 volt power. This would include your inverter and propane detector. Also turn off the two circuit breakers that are most likely near the solar disconnect switch shown above that look like THIS. Simply press the red button down until the little yellow flag pops out of the side. Note that when it comes time to turn these back on all you have to do is press the yellow flag back into the case. Don't forget to take pictures of the batteries from several different positions (as Sherry mentions above) so that you can reconnect things in the proper manner. Bill
    3 points
  5. We have the same setup for our current rig with an ARB Element. We also haven't had any problems. We have also carried a smaller 12 V chest that we have used for additional freezer space. As far as additional options/upgrades, I would like a choice for more solar panels on the roof.
    3 points
  6. I stumbled upon this site selling Dinosaur boards. It may or may not be the one you need, but the description says it is a replacement for the 293 series boards. I haven’t had any problems with my refrigerator to date, so I don’t have any practical knowledge concerning troubleshooting your problem. Mossey
    3 points
  7. @Mainiac, as a long time member, you can still edit your posts. The 24 hour limit is for newer members. This helps us, as moderators, with spammers. It helps keep our site sp@m free. We appreciate your understanding, and a pm to a mod will get the newer members' posts edited. We don't mind, as it's a relatively rare occurrence, anyway.
    3 points
  8. Thanks topgun2 and SeaDawg for the information! I’ve viewed the videos at Oliver University several months ago and will do another refresher as our date is coming up soon. What’s interesting is the Walk Around and What to Expect at Delivery videos are not included under University (at least not on the Apple iPad), it does displays under Owners > Video. We’ve also made arrangements to stay 2 additional nights at DCSP based on the information we’ve read on this forum. Thanks again and have a good one!
    2 points
  9. Here's a shortcut to Oliver University. A wealth of knowledge is in there. Study as much as you can, and pickup lessons will make much more sense. https://olivertraveltrailers.com/oliver-university/ The lovely new campsites at Oliver have been discussed in a few threads. You should reserve a spot for your pickup date. Give your rep a call. Also, it's been very helpful for a lot of people to stay somewhere close to hohenwald a few nights after pickup. Test and use absolutely every system, in case you need to return to the factory for adjustments. Davy Crockett and a few other state parks are within a few hours' drive, and Tennessee parks are quite nice. Congratulations. Your wait is almost over.
    2 points
  10. W-23 - Apparently you have not visited the Oliver University yet or viewed the Oliver Videos. Simply go to the top of this page, click on home, click on Owners and then click on University or Videos. A complete set of videos concerning delivery day are under the Videos section while a bunch of other stuff is under the University section. You are strongly encouraged to view as many of these as you can prior to your delivery so that you are better prepared to enjoy your new Oliver. Yes, there are camping spots available right outside the new delivery area and your first night there will already have been arranged for you by your Sales Team. However, if for any reason you wish to stay in these spots additional nights, you should arrange that in advance with your Sales Agent. Bill
    2 points
  11. While I'd like a bigger fridge for longer trips the current one is fine for us for 5 days. We do usually carry a cooler and store produce in it if we have need space. Paula
    2 points
  12. Dear Dud B, My husband and I are in complete agreement with Steph. We were concerned that 4.5 cu ft would be too small before we took our North Dakota trip, but it turned out to work just fine for us. And you are right, the food lasts for about 5 days, the same time you're thinking of using the dump station. We also used a cooler in our truck to store extra drinks so you are right on the mark. To make life easier we found that putting all our meats in one rectangular bin and our vegies and fruits in another made it a little easier to pull them out of the refrig. and kept things from rolling around. p.s. We don't eat out much and it held five full days of food.😃 Happy travels to you from Michigan.
    2 points
  13. It depend on what you like to refrigerate/freeze. Our 2013 Airstream frig was so small that we needed to carry a portable refrig/freezer. Now in a 2020 Ollie with the 4.5, we haven't needed to take the portable. My wife is much happier. We can easily go 5 days without needing additional provisions. The recently survey asked if a larger optional frig would be desirable and our answer was no - not that the larger frig wouldn't be nice - but, because raising the microwave to accommodate the larger frig was not desirable (she's vertically challenged.)
    2 points
  14. I’m planning on a ARB 50 size unit in the truck. No reason to worry about keeping food cold. For our family of four I’m sure it’ll pay for itself on the first trip, eating out can get expensive!
    2 points
  15. I think users have 24 hours to delete or change a post. After that, a moderator can do it. If you need something done, just PM one of us and we can make the change. Mike
    2 points
  16. You can write anything you want in the Comments section near the bottom.. https://olivertraveltrailers.com/surveys/future-model-features-and-options EDIT, this is for current owners, not the general public. John Davies Spokane WA
    1 point
  17. I know several out there use the smaller portable grills - usually on the Ollie propane system. As I have found Oliver Owners to be a crowd that keeps their stuff neat, tidy, and clean - I though I'd post this - my particular thing is keeping the Webber clean. I am sure many do this - but I line the interior with aluminum foil . About once a year - I replace it. We cook with the grill almost every day we are out in the Oliver, usually some kind of marinade on the meat - leaving a mess - the liner Makes clean up very easy. RB
    1 point
  18. My 2021, #797 had a BlueSeas disconnect installed as standard. Upper cabinet, street side, with access port to get behind it.
    1 point
  19. A tarp would also work to cover the solar panels. And I think the easiest place to put a cutoff switch or circuit breaker before the charge controller would be in the street side overhead cabinet behind the radio and charge controller. Access the rear of the charge controller through the round hatch. Mossey
    1 point
  20. Here is spot very near Ajo, AZ
    1 point
  21. Mine is a 2019 and was set up the same as Mossey. I also added a disconnect switch before the charge controller and a circuit breaker after charge controller. Here is a pic of disconnect switch and Victron charge controller monitor.
    1 point
  22. I agree! My 2017 was equipped with a automatic resetting circuit breaker on the positive output of the Zamp charge controller and without a manual disconnect before or after the charge controller. I did install a circuit breaker before and after the Victron charge controller when I installed it. If you do not have a method to disconnect the solar charge controller output, I would suggest you purchase a moving blanket and cover the solar panels whenever you are working on the solar system and batteries. Mossey
    1 point
  23. But I'm afraid it does. The 4.5 cu ft Norcold will be the smallest RV fridge we've ever had. My wife thinks it's adequate for a couple for 5 days (which I figure will be our max before dumping tanks). Assuming no other fridge but bulk drinks stored in the truck until needed, what say you experienced owners? 5 days food in the Norcold?
    1 point
  24. Congratulations on your Oliver! Great to hear you are staying warm with those low temperatures. We are scheduled to pick up our Oliver next month in mid-February and are super excited! I’m curious on the delivery day process/agenda, could anyone share what that is like? I thought I read somewhere that the Oliver facility now has a spot with hookups to stay overnight.
    1 point
  25. Easily five days. I have stored food for two for much longer. A lot of produce doesn't require refrigeration. We often carry a cooler for drinks. Saves opening the door all the time.
    1 point
  26. @RV Newbie The 12v and 120v circuits are isolated in the trailer. Your xantrax inverter/charger will use your generator/shore power to charge the batteries and provide 120 to the rest of your trailer. You can set the incoming current limit so it does not overload your generator. It’s your responsibility to limit 120 usage (microwave, AC, etc) during this charge cycle so the generator can provide continuous clean power.
    1 point
  27. I thought that I heard you go by. Sorry that we could not have made your short stay here in the NC mountains a bit toastier. But, it sure is pretty. Unfortunately, I'm guessing that the temps down in Coastal SC were not so much different. However, as you know, it will not be but a day or two until things warm up considerably down there and you can get to that first real cleaning of your new baby. Bill
    1 point
  28. We are happy for you! Your Ollie is being tested right from the get go... and sounds like it has performed well! We are not far behind you. Finalizing our order on Monday morning! Drive safe... and happy trails!
    1 point
  29. Congratulations! Glad to hear the LE2 is performing well in those temps.
    1 point
  30. I would like to see a picture of the 7 cubic ft refrigerator/freezer from the bath area showing the left side. It looks to me that it may intrude into the entry area 2 - 4 inches. And I wonder if it is a picture of an actual trailer or just a photo shopped image. Do you think a replacement would fit through the door in the event of a failure? Mossey
    1 point
  31. The question fridge is only 2 way, we use the 3 way features all the time. Dc underway, AC at CG, propane off the grid. Current refrigerator size is adequate for our needs, as long as we rotate in beverage needs each night for the following day. Better half says micro too high for anyone to safely use. Wouldn't want to lose cabinet space either...
    1 point
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  33. I’ve been using both my hand and recently my laser temp reader. I pour a cup of hot water on the tank and scan down the side until the temp drops and stays solid. Works well.
    1 point
  34. Example pix in survey. 1) One concern we shared is that for shorter people that puts the Conv/uW too high for safely taking out hot foods. 2) We would be fine with an under counter compressor fridge as it has little more cu ft than the existing fridge. 3) We carry a ARB ac/dc compressor chest fridge in the back of our truck for extra space and it’s been a great combo on our 7 month road trip. 4) As to the quieter a/c would be great in hot locations. Doubt if we would upgrade immediately, long way to Hohenwald from WA.
    1 point
  35. Without having to do a modification, you can buy the Weber on the Airstream web site and it fits the Oliver with no modification and has all the right hoses. Might cost a few dollars more.We have had for over 2 years and works like a charm. Suggestion was made by Weber.
    1 point
  36. A new product, the Tri-Fold Cockpit Table uses the Lagun mount on the driver side bed rail. More new products are coming in a few months. In the works – Upper Kitchen Cabinet Organizers, Wood Drawer Fronts, and a Rear Dinette for the twin bed configurations. If you would like me to craft an upgrade for your Oliver, just PM me. You can download my new PDF Catalog HERE:
    1 point
  37. @Liana, a few more questions. Who sets up the two hour charging time? You, or the storage facility. Does everyone in the facility charge at the same time? Were you at the facility during that time, or outside of the charging period, when the monitor showed full power? Have you checked to make sure battery connections are tight and clean? As in, no corrosion? As @Steph and Dud B said, you will always have a ghost draw,, if batteries aren't disconnected. Ours is small, at roughly 3.5, but many people report .7 or higher. Any chance you have something running on dc or 110? Lights in storage areas, water heater, fridge, etc. Every control board sucks a little power. And, if you have something, even small, running on 110, it will suck some of the charging power away. I'm guessing you have a progressive dynamics converter charger, from your trailer age. That can cut out at 105 volts, due to low power protection (though a tech I spoke to said probably not til it drops to 100, but I wouldn't count on it). If everyone in the facility is charging on a timer, at the same time, you may not be getting much of a charge, if any. The charge wizard will kick in when it gets good/full power, (as you showed, with e0, 60h, 112) but will kick out when it's too low. I wouldn't count on getting much (if any) solar if you're in a covered spot, in winter. Your batteries are 3 to 4 years old. Agm, or flooded? Have you checked the water levels recently, if flooded? How long has your trailer been in storage? How long has it been since you were at the storage unit? 12.0 is pretty much a flat battery bank. So a complete cycle. Agm and fla like to be fully charged, daily. You don't get a lot of cycles on marine batteries. You may, or may not, be approaching end of life on your batteries, and may or may not be able to bring them back. A cheap portable solar, sitting on the carport, or even on the trailer tongue,, in the right orientation, facing the winter sun at 90 degrees would help more than your fixed panels, imo. Which monitor do you have? Blue sky, or Zamp? I know it's a lot of questions, but you'll get better answers with more info.
    1 point
  38. My wife and I are taking delivery of an Elite II next summer as well. We haven't yet been required to make a final commitment on upgrades, but we are leaning toward the Lithium Pro Package over the Solar Pro package. In response to an earlier, similar post inquiring whether to go with wet cell or AGM, I stated the reasons we have tentatively chosen the Lithium Pro Package. I have edited it to more specifically address your LIFePO4 vs. AGM query: "We are presently planning to spend the extra $$$$ on the Lithium Pro Package [over the Solar Pro Package], for many reasons: (1) we view it as "future proofing" (it's a lot easier to have the more robust 3kw inverter and wiring infrastructure installed during construction); (2) we hope to be able to run the AC with just our 2kw generator, which requires the Micro Air Easy Start [included in the Lithium Pro Package] (which is also much easier to install in the factory before the AC goes on the roof); (3) we want to be able to run the AC, albeit for only a short time, on the batteries; (4) LiFePO4 accepts a full charge much faster than lead/acid, and so is more efficiently recharged with solar; (5) 390Ah of LiFePO4 provides much more usable battery capacity than 400 Ah of [lead/acid/AGM batteries], because only about 50% of lead/acid capacity is usable before recharge compared to 85% with LiFePO4; (6) payload,and therefore trailer weight, is an issue with our 2019 Tundra 5.7L Double Cab tow vehicle, and LiFePO4 saves a couple hundred pounds vs. [AGM] and (7) the increased cost is offset to some extent by the 10-year probable life of LiFePO4 batteries." I will add with regard to the first point, future proofing, that we plan to own our Ollie for a couple of decades, and we believe that the price of LiFePO4 batteries vs. AGM will continue to drop over that time as lithium R&D costs are recovered. We do not plan to spend the additional $4400 for the 630 Ah Lithium Platinum Package because we believe 390 Ah will be enough. But, if, over time, we decide we really want more battery capacity, it will likely be less expensive later, and we can add it without having to also upgrade the inverter or any internal wiring. I expect you know you will likely get between 3 and 5 years of service from AGMs. So, over the probable 10-year life of the LiFePO4 batteries, you will be required to replace the AGMs at least once, maybe twice. Today, you must pay at least $800 for 400Ah of AGM capacity. And, I note you have purchased a Honda 2200i generator. If you plan to run the AC using that generator, you will still need to spend the extra $400 for the MicroAir Easy start if you don't opt for the Lithium Pro Package. So, over time and considering the cost of the MicroAir Easy Start, the "net" cost differential between the Solar Pro and Lithium Pro packages falls more in the $2400-$3100 range, not $4300. For these reasons, we are still planning to spend the extra on the Lithium Pro Package. Hope this helps with your decision.
    1 point
  39. Thanks, John. I was snorting on this one. Our his and hers slide rules are archived in the office. I know I'd personally have to look up instructions for anything beyond basic math, this many years later. Yes, we still carry paper maps, in additionto gps and phones. But I also love technology, and what it adds to our trip enjoyment, and time saving. I'm with you there. As technology advances, we need to advance, as well.
    1 point
  40. Heres one for you guys. This is literally the only reason I keep a smart phone at this point. We started using it for hunting of course but now we use it for everything. There are pockets of public land everywhere and its dead accurate in showing you. We use it for simply pulling off the road somewhere or to find huge blocks of land to explore. Downloading maps and adding POI's offline is awesome. For example we can float 100+ miles down a wilderness river and mark all the best camps, hot springs, rapids etc along the way. As soon as you log in once you have service it updates everything seamlessly. Best app I've ever used and its nice to support our local Montana businesses. https://www.onxmaps.com/
    1 point
  41. Not sure when in the production sequence it occurred but my later 2018 with Zamp controller did not have a disconnect of any kind on either side.
    0 points
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