Ollie-Haus

Got an update from Jason Essary today on the installation instructions from Fairview on their automatic regulator. According to Fairview, the instruction sheet that was included in the regulator that I received was an obsolete version and that the high mounting position was no longer applicable. Fairview confirmed with photos from the Oliver factory that their method of installation was acceptable. Just wanted to pass this along so folks didn’t get unduly concerned with their regulator installation from the factory.

Yes I did encounter interference between the wing nut tabs and the regulator in the upper mounted position. This was quickly and easily remedied with a 12-14 inch adjustable wrench. With the wing nut screwed down tight, use the adjustable wrench to bend the tabs up to a vertical enough angle to clear the back side of the regulator. Problem solved.

Wow that looks yummy!!🤩

About 10 inches east of Indianapolis. The drifting is the only problem now. The snow won’t be melting any time soon so hopefully the wind will stay calm. Now for the real fun with sub zero temperatures expected at night for the next few days.

As @Chris Scarff mentioned above, I experienced a regulator failure on our 2023 LE2 and it was not allowing gas to flow at a high enough rate for the Truma furnace to run properly. Rather than making an appointment and going to the trouble of hauling the camper to a local dealer for troubleshooting, I decided to just replace the regulator with an identical model. Currently Oliver is using the Fairview GR-9984. Long story short, the regulator was the problem. When I received the regulator it came with very specific installation instructions, which clearly indicated that the regulator was not installed correctly from the factory. I have no way of knowing if this had anything to do with the failure, and I doubt that it did or you would likely hear about others experiencing this same problem. Nevertheless I chose to install the new regulator according to the instructions. I do believe this is an important detail or Fairview would not explicitly detail these instructions. Below is the instruction sheet that came with my replacement regulator. Notice at the bottom of the page are the highlighted instructions for correct installation and incorrect installation. The next two pictures are my as found installation, followed by my updated installation with the new regulator. Note: I have ordered a set street 90 fittings to reduce stress on the hoses as others have mentioned in their comments As found Updated installation required mounting the bracket to the lower set of holes in the regulator, effectively raising it ~3-4 inches. There is still about 4 inches of clearance between the top of the regulator and the propane cover and the valve selector is still easily accessible for switching.

Yes that’s the old man slow poke method we’re all used to, but not nearly as fast and absolutely doesn’t seem to get the same depth of results.

Absolutely love this search feature, it’s amazing, my new favorite tool. Is it possible to create an address specific to other forums? I would love to be able to sift through the mountain of invaluable threads on the Ford Super Duty Tremor Forum site in the same way . https://www.fordtremor.com/

Is there a regulatory authority over RV accessories, or would lithium battery suppliers fall under some other regulatory jurisdiction? Not really sure how aftermarket lithium batteries are categorized. Accessories, DIY, OEM, etc. They aren’t specifically dedicated to vehicle or RV markets. Had never really thought about it before.

Totally agree, you stick with the brand and size of battery system you start with. I chose Milwaukee because that's what I used for years at work and was able through work to get significant discounts at the time. Not to start over in retirement, I've continued with the brand. One thing we can do now when replacing an old tool is to buy the new brushless version of tools when available by most companies that offer more powerful and much more efficient motors in the tools that make the batteries last much longer. I have had Dewalt tools a few years ago and loved them and actually still have a drill that still works fine. Regardless of brand, having the right tools on board when out on the road can make for quick and easy repairs and less downtime in an unexpected emergency.👍 PS: If you shop at Home Depot and compare the two brands, you actually get a much better price with the Milwaukee if you are buying the whole kit with batteries. The Milwaukee comes with two larger batteries and charger for a considerably lower price than the similar DeWalt kit which only includes one smaller battery at a higher price. Home Depot is definitely the source for deep discounts on Milwaukee tools.

I have a built in compressor on the truck but yes, absolutely need some type of built in or portable air compressor. I personally favor the Milwaukee M18 portable compressor, which happens to be nicely discounted for Black Friday at this time: https://www.homedepot.com/pep/Milwaukee-M18-18-Volt-Lithium-Ion-Cordless-Inflator-with-2-5-0Ah-Batteries-and-Charger-2848-20-48-59-1852B/326514175

My emergency tire service kit includes the following. The reason I carry these items is they take up little space and stow in an easy access location like under the back seat of the truck or in the front tongue box on the Oliver. The Milwaukee charger is mounted on the side wall of our truck bed for anytime access. With that out of the soft case, the impact socket set fits nicely inside the soft case with the light and impact wrench so everything is together. I like having a tire plug kit along because a screw or nail in the tire is the most common cause and as mentioned earlier is the easiest fix and can be done with wheel still mounted to trailer. All these items fit neatly in a small space and are invaluable for getting you safely back on the road in a tire emergency. The most important thing is to try if possible to do an emergency repair away from traffic on a hard level surface. There are other tools you can have along to do a more thorough repair, but this set of tools will get you back on the road and safely to the closest tire shop if needed. This wrench fully charged has enough charge to remove all four wheels on your truck or trailer. The batteries will stay charged for many months in storage. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-M12-FUEL-12V-Li-Ion-Brushless-Cordless-Stubby-1-2-in-Impact-Wrench-Kit-w-2-5-0Ah-1-2-5-Ah-High-Output-Batteries-2563-22-48-11-2450/337134504 The sockets are extra deep so you won't need an extension even with a torque wrench. If needed you can remove the protective sleeve on the socket to fit the lug nut in the wheel. Three sizes to fit most automotive lug nut sizes. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C98ZHKQX?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_7&th=1 12V Milwaukee work light is indispensable in many ways and uses the same battery as the impact wrench. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRZ31ZFS?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title Tire plug kits come in many types and sizes. I personally like the mushroom style plugs. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FK4SNRBG?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Yes John those are the external dimensions. I don’t think you would be able to store the unit in the attic space without tilting it on its side. Ours stores very neatly and secure in the upright position under the forward dinette seat space, between the blade valve and the knee space fiberglass wall.

So glad to know it performed well for you. I know these are hard to get as the supply is intermittent at best. If anyone else is considering buying one of these, you need to be diligent in watching for availability as they sell out quickly. As @Rolind said, they can be a real game changer, especially in high humidity cool temperature situations. They actually give off a fair amount of heat while running, which allows you to dry out the air in your Oliver and add just enough heat to not require the furnace and remain very comfortable.

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

Not trying to sell anybody, but if you like electric camping alternatives and adding options to your camping utilities, EcoFlow has some real awesome pricing right now on some of their bigger power stations. I'm talking 65% discount from normal pricing. The Delta Pro even has a 30 amp plug right on the panel that can power your camper for a few hours of AC when dry camping overnight. This is what I have in the back of the truck and use it mostly to power our portable fridge, but it offers many options including emergency backup for short power outages at home. I also love that it's a no noise option in the campground. I'll post some links here to the items I spoke of in the previous post for anybody interested. The sky's the limit on this stuff. EcoFlow Delta Pro https://us.ecoflow.com/collections/delta-series/products/delta-pro-portable-power-station?variant=40516140138569 Duxtop portable induction hot plate https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FLR0ET8?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 Greenpan ceramic coated induction ready griddle and skillets https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2J2LL5B?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074CWBJ5D?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title Storage bag for griddle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZJFFGMM?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title