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The travel on our EII is not that much longer, approx 2.5 ". In the 18k miles its been towed on good, bad, and ugly surfaces- we have not had any issues. As long as you speed is appropriate for the conditions all remains well. Like others, I am sure we have seen SOB's with large air gaps between the axle and the frame surface - why so different - I don't know. My Ollie is good on the road, works for me. RB
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HOW TO: Lithium Battery Powered Vent System
BackofBeyond replied to John E Davies's topic in Ollie Modifications
Nice work John. How is the rest of you conversion going? I thought I read on one of the new Li manufacturers sites that the temp window has expanded - hi and low. In the end - is the conversion worth the trouble - I wonder. RB -
For the shower we use a hybrid system - part of the curtain is connected to the factory slide and we use small suction cups to keep it placed across the door opening, and just above the rear of the sink. When done, it stows conveniently in the front left corner by way of suction cups with the shock cord/ball end. I suppose we could do without, but have just settled on this process for now. Newsflash - we used the microwave last night - made fine baked tators. to go with the stake and shrimp. So, I will now say the micro was/is a good use of space..... yes dear.... We had the easy start from the factory - but have not run it off a genset - yet. Compost toilet - I think in the total - it is just easier than the black tank - and dump station process. Grey water is no problem. Inclement weather - today and tomorrow - first time stuck in the Ollie - but we have the WWW, and local stations, oh, and each other😍 RB
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Satin and lace
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Rising fuel prices and your next trip
BackofBeyond replied to BackofBeyond's topic in General Discussion
Yes Jim I concur. But then again it gives me something solid to bitch about. ... -
Mr. Rocky Racoon
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Oprah was taping
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What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
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black Ostrich eggs
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What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
Perfect. Overdrive and all. Edit add Keb Mo - he's my more modern - blues. I'd guess you have listened to Gretta Van Fleet - so what if they sound like Zep. -
Rising fuel prices and your next trip
BackofBeyond replied to BackofBeyond's topic in General Discussion
I hate amortization relapse syndrome. I relapse each time I fill up..... But I had forgotten - ya'll give me hope - perhaps the hordes will lessen, and I can go back to my spontaneous, as Airedales pinned it, travel planning. Yes, fuel is a lessor of the total, RB -
care to admit
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What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
And I will end with one of my favorite old blues: -
What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
Julie was cool - but have to admit - I can't get into the other more techno beat type stuff. I seem to have drifted towards the bluegrass, acoustic county, with relapses into my old standbys. I blew an old set of speakers in my garage set up - Etta James - full tilt I'm gonna need to find some new - -
Seems to be more of a factor - these rising fuel prices - on my summer trip planning. Previously I didn't give it much thought - but if the rise continues, my fuel cost could double over last year. For diesel the lowest last trip was $1.65, currently around here it is $2.75. Perhaps I'll use a fuel price app, plan on less miles, more quality time in location, or just spend the kids inheritance. Do fuel costs account for anything in your planning? I do remember $5 diesel a decade back, and $3 something on the west coast last year - it adds up- for sure. It will probably just require a mindset change - and become - just another thing.... Progress RB
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Well - tried two different places for Sat - on our route - both were full. I really wanted to taste their craft beer. Gave up - grabbed a $13 COE site, just a little farther down the road. Seems I am gonna have to try a few weeks sooner .. darn.
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To the Roxy
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What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
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What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
And the other side -
What are you listening to? Video Thread
BackofBeyond replied to JWalmsley's topic in General Discussion
And some simple Delta blues! -
Sipped on Chardonnay.
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alive and stomped
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How much wind can the awning handle
BackofBeyond replied to Donna and Scott's topic in General Discussion
So far the awnings have never failed inside the showroom - floor shine and all! The sensors for retraction would be a few nanoseconds to late in most sudden gusts. As the awning curls up and over the solar panels - the retractor motor strains to understand why it is struggling ''''''' I'll put mine up. RB -
How much wind can the awning handle
BackofBeyond replied to Donna and Scott's topic in General Discussion
One good Bee cough will test most awnings. A few of the poles as stated help out a lot. Overland has posted some pics of a setup that looks about as secure as possible. We have learned - put it up when you will be gone for any amount of time. Murphy is always watching. RB
