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17 minutes ago, Galway Girl said:
I own both the Champion 3500W and now the 2500W Generator.
I wanted to mod both to run off the Quick Connects from the Oliver...and also still have the ability to quickly setup with stand alone propane tanks for other applications.
Both use the 2500W and 3500W us a dual stage regulator propane hose (one with the little finger, one without.)
The first stage small regulator connects to a standard propane tank with the larger plastic ACME fitting.
The first stage regulator knocks down the high pressure from stand alone propane tanks in prep for the larger diameter second stage regulator.
This second stage (much larger size) provides a more precise regulation needed for the generator under various load situations. Stage 2 is really a flow regulator. It doesn't change pressure, it just restricts the amount of gas that flows into the generator. Without it you basically flood the generator with gas and it won't start.To make the Generator work with the quick connects from the trailer, one must remove that smaller first stage regulator.
The Oliver Quick connects are already regulated to the correct pressure for the larger second stage regulator on the generator propane cable shipped with the Champion Dual Fuel Generators.In my case, I've disassembled the original dual stage and broken it into two pieces at the coupler between the stage 1 and stage 2 regulators.
1) The second stage regulator has been modified to have a quick connect male feeding into the larger regulator. That stage 2 regulator now connects to my long extension hoses that attach to the female quick connects on the trailer.
2) The first stage regulator is then coupled to a FEMALE quick connect for re-use with stand alone propane tanks.
Shown below: First stage regulator with ACME fitting is modified to have a female quick connect coupler.
The benefit of this mod is that I still am able to use stand alone 20lb propane tank by coupling the modified smaller regulator to the tank, and the larger stage 2 regulator hose to that this modified coupler.
This may be a repeat but I was writing up for my blog anyway so thought I'd post it here.
Craig
Hull 505Craig,
Nice write up! Hope to see you both at this years Oliver Rally!
David
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5 hours ago, Ollie-Haus said:
Congratulations Steve and Deb! Now the fun begins in earnest. Sounds like you have a well thought out plan. That brings up a couple questions for me. We have a delivery date of April 18 based on the original invoice information. How accurate is that date and can we expect more of a window as far as pick up date? And with that question I wonder how late we can make reservation and David Crocket not knowing the exact schedule at this point being three weeks out? Thanks for you help and most of all, enjoy and safe travels!
Chris,
Our sales rep coordinated closely with us on the details of delivery day. Yours should as well. As you get closer to your delivery day your sales rep will email you confirming your delivery date other details and and hopefully info on a reservations at DCSP.
Oliver usually has a few campsites set aside at David Crocket SP solely for new owners. Hopefully they are still doing this but you may want to ask your sales rep and confirm. We took delivery June 16, 2020 and we stayed at DCSP. We enjoyed this park.
I believe our first night at David Crockett was compliments of Oliver. You can add a few extra days on your dime. Think hard about staying a few extra days at DCSP (highly recommended) this will give you time to give your Ollie a really good systems shakedown, push every button! If you have any “shake down” issues you can head right back to Oliver Service and get them addressed before heading home or beyond.Your special day is right around the corner and approaching fast!
The team at a Oliver will go to great strides to get you taken care of, that I can tell you.
- David
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After each trip when returning home we empty our fresh tank. We refill again with home tap water the day we depart on our next trip. We sanitize usually once a season. We do not drink water from our fresh tank. We carry plenty of bottled water.
Patriot🇺🇸
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7 hours ago, Brian and Brandelyne said:
These are some great mods to the propane set up. I chose a slightly different locking mechanism (since I had it left over from my AS days) and I didn't like the way the regulator assembly was just placed on the threaded rod. SO, I went and got two 1/2" nuts and matching washers to secure the regulator assembly to the rod by itself. Then I installed my "GAS STOP" devices and my Mopeka tank monitor sensors. Finally, I got my Torklift Fortress tank lock in place. Picture below along with second pic of tank monitor wall mount console.
Looking good Brian! 👍🏻👍🏻
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Steve and Deb, Congrats!
Try and get some good rest Tuesday evening before delivery day. And most of all have a great time!
David & Kathy
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14 hours ago, Hokieman said:
I’m wondering if it’s worth carrying a spare. It’s on my long list of potential spare parts that I don’t have, that could really mess up a nice camping trip. Are they easy to find on the road, Camping World etc? Do many of you carry a spare, or don’t bother?
A spare is always a good thing. I plan on bumping up to a little larger LP regulator like @GraniteStaters mentioned in another post. This is to avoid having any issues with running other LP appliances while running the generator. I will keep the old as a spare. They are easily found on Amazon or other vendors with a quick google search.
Patriot🇺🇸
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On 2/28/2023 at 8:35 AM, GraniteStaters said:
I changed out the original regulator on our LEII and went with a larger capacity regulator to allow for more concurrent usage. I kept the original regulator as a spare.
GraniteStaters,
Sounds like a really good idea. Has this addressed the low flow issue of running multiple LP appliances at the same time off the QC?Can you share the model and specs of the larger regulator and where you purchased.
Thanks!
Patriot🇺🇸
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2 hours ago, John Welte said:
How many linear feet did you use for the beds, dog house and spare tire cover? I am guessing something like 30 feet. Thanks.
John
Hi John,
It’s been awhile since I did this mod, I think I ordered 20 or 25’. I did not put this edging on the rear spare tire cover only the bed rail edges and dog house. It would seem that 30’ would get the job done.
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9 minutes ago, Stevon said:
Did you use any adhesive with this or just a friction fit?
You won’t need adhesive, this trim grips extremely well. No issues with it coming loose at all.
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Here are a few pics of the mod mentioned above -
Dog house
Edge of bed rails.
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4 hours ago, MAX Burner said:
After replacing the protective strip around the “dog house” LPG tank cover, I realized I ordered enough for the spare tire cover. So after removing the cover when accessing the tire, I can place it flat on any surface without dinging the edge on sharp rocks or debris. It may seal the compartment a bit better now also.
Nice job!
Here is a where you can ordered the edging off Amazon. 😊I used this on the edge of the dog house aka propane tank hood as well. And decided to use it on the fiberglass edges of the twin beds.
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49 minutes ago, Ollie-Haus said:
Just checked and the Outland firebowl on Amazon is back on discount again. Not as cheap as last time but still very much discounted.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KY4S388/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
They sure have gone up since 2019 when we purchased ours wowzer! 😕
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52 minutes ago, DaveK said:
Congratulations, your pickup date will be here in no time.
I'm also towing my LEII with a 2022 F250 6.7L Tremor. I had Oliver upgrade my bulldog coupler to 2-5/16" went with the B&W Tow & Stow 3" shank and 7" drop. You could get away with less drop for an Oliver but I've never had a problem with that being too much drop.
Here is a picture a grabbed this morning with both truck and trailer loaded to give you an idea how this combination sits.
Beautiful! 😊👍🏻
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Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. 😊
An interesting attempt to copy the The Legacy Elite. They might carve out a tiny market share of the fiberglass TT industry. I just don’t see Cortez Campers as a competitor in the same fit/finish class as an Oliver. Actually not even remotely close. Interestingly enough they are actually listed at the Charleston RV show today for $52,981.00, a slight difference from the below internet price.
Patriot🇺🇸
A dealer listed this one in Charleston SC. 😳😳😳
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7 hours ago, Rolind said:
Hello all,
We have a delivery date scheduled for our LEII in the third week in May. We obviously very excited. Our tow vehicle will be an F250 Tremor, bone stock, no cap, and several hundred pounds in the bed and 300 pounds of occupants. What drop and shank size are those of you with Tremors running. I also ask, with some trepidation, whether Tremor owners are using the Anderson Hitch or not and if you are happy with your choice. I understand the controversy over WD and sway control vs not, and really want to be careful not to stir that pot with my very first post. Thanks in advance and happy trails!
Hi Rolind,
First congrats on your delivery date and a big welcome to the Oliver forum and family. I think @Ollie-Haus did a fine job answering your questions about drop and shank size. Our TV is a 1 ton 6.7 diesel F350 Tremor and we do not use or see a need for the Andersen WDH. The Ford Super duty trucks are extremely more than capable of handling, towing and most importantly safely stopping a OLEll fully loaded and ready to camp. We really like the diesel engine brake as it works amazing on long down hill mountain passes. It significantly reduces brake wear on our truck and our Oliver trailer brakes. Ford nailed it with the diesel engine brake in my experience.
My wife and I find our F350 Tremor extremely comfortable and very safe on long trips. The higher stance from the cockpit provides a really nice view when touring.
And please know you are not stirring the pot as you have a really fine more than capable powerful tow vehicle. You don’t want the dog ever wagging the tail, so personally, I think you chose very wisely.Your delivery day will be here before you know it! So may I suggest you hit the books and learn all you can in Oliver University. This is a great resource provided by Oliver and will be a huge benefit to you when your special delivery day arrives.
Feel free to PM me if I can assist you in any way with other Tremor towing or Oliver ownership questions.
Welcome!Patriot 🇺🇸
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6 hours ago, Rivernerd said:
What were your questions, and what were Mike's answers to them?
I asked him detailed information on the install and finish of the Truma Aventa with regard to some of the information I read here.
If you have any further concerns or detailed questions I highly recommend you give him a call.
Patriot 🇺🇸
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I received a return phone call from Mike Sharpe with Oliver Service today regarding our upcoming scheduled Truma retro fit.
He answered all my questions and addressed any concerns I had very throughly.
Based on my discussion with Mike we are moving forward with the retro fit of the Truma Aventa.Patriot🇺🇸
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We opted for the Oliver logo and matching thin swooshes on the sides. So far so good!
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The issues some owners are having with the Truma AC leaking is concerning. We are scheduled in May at Oliver Service for the swap out of our Dometic Penguin and install of a new Truma Aventa. Hopefully by the time our install happens these details will be corrected. We will need to be assured by Oliver Service that they have addressed any and all issues regarding the installation of the Truma Aventa. I have a call into Mike Sharpe.
Followng….Patriot🇺🇸
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5 minutes ago, Mike and Carol said:
I just googled “US map of states visited”, there should be a few to choose from.
Mike,
You and Carol are running out of map to color in! Good for you!! 😊
Continued safe travels!
David and Kathy
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5 hours ago, Brian and Brandelyne said:
Yes, the “secret” storage that I planned to soft-line and store items you might want out of plan sight.
The NS drawer is still there and you can opt for the lower door to the basement, we did not since we might one day want a lagun table. We wanted to live in it first to make that decision.
BL
I am a bit surprised to hear Oliver did away with that hide away storage under the NS table…. bummer. We sure like ours. We also like the basement pass through door as well.
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AWESOME!!!! Congrats 🎉🎊🍾
May your many miles be filled with as many smiles!!!
Another awesome Super Duty and Ollie in the family! Well done to the both of you!!Hope to see you at the Oliver family gathering - aka the Rally!
Patriot🇺🇸
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57 minutes ago, Paul and Santina said:
We too have recently had several days of stink bug silence. I kinda miss ‘em 🤣
Becareful what you wish for. 😅
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Zarcor tinted window and blind install 2020 OLEll Hull# 634
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@MobileJoy
I agree John Halter was more than helpful when I had a few questions about this install/mod.
One of the best most memorable dinners we enjoyed at MB was here - https://www.seacaptains.com
The food and dinning area view of the Atlantic was excellent!
Enjoy Myrtle Beach.
Patriot🇺🇸