Patriot

We use this -https://myopenroads.com and really like the diesel fleet discount. We paid $2.92 @ a Travel America for a diesel fill up on one of our pit stops heading to the recent Oliver Rally. That’s our lowest price to date. I also like using the high flow volume pumps and easier maneuvering our TV and Ollie into the trucker diesel stations. The free Open Roads app is very user friendly and there is no annual card fee. Check it out.👍🏻 Patriot🇺🇸

Craig, Excellent attention to detail in these instructions. Thank you! Patriot🇺🇸

When you get to Oliver talk with Jason Essary he was great answering all of our questions about the install. Safe Travels!

If the smoke forecast gets so bad that should we would ever need to place filters in our windows, our traveling adventure is temporarily over. We are likely headed back to Blueberry Hill and parking the Oliver until it clears and blows over. Just me. Patriot🇺🇸

I like it! A little smoke and mirror action with the IR! 😅

Ah those industrious Carolina Wrens strike again! 😄 Congrats on your new Truma, you’re gonna love it. I gave some thought about screening the holes. The Truma base is molded or formed with a robust tough black styrofoam material likely for weight reduction. Not saying you can’t mod a screen as anything is possible. There are multiple air intakes and it would be an ambitious undertaking to screen all areas in my observation. With the Truma under a 2 year factory warranty I opted not to modify the air intake holes with any mesh screening that could possibly reduce air intake and potentially void the warranty. The custom cover is easy on and easy off. Patriot🇺🇸

@Wandering Sagebrush Congrats on your new to you Ollie!! And a TV with all the power and cargo capacity you could ever need. Well done! 👍🏻 Patriot🇺🇸

Neat install! The Truma rep at the Rally mentioned to us that we needed to point the IR remote directly at the little round flashing IR receiver on the Truma for it to receive the signal. So the Truma IR remote does not need to be pointed directly at the unit? Good stuff! @Ollie-Haus

@MobileJoy We have only had our Truma Aventa since our install on May 8th. We have had to use it approximately 2 weeks during our last 18 day trip. So far we are extremely happy with the quiet super cooling performance. We only run ours on low most of the time it really works well cooling the Ollie down fast. We opted for the CP plus panel which incorporates our Truma AquaGo, which is a back up to the remote. So far it’s a great set up. It was also important to us that Oliver did the install and supports the Truma product line. Another thought is you could possibly wait until the Dometic Freshjet has owner/user time in the field reviews and becomes a “proven” product or go with the already proven Truma. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. All the best in your decision. Patriot🇺🇸

No slaving, just toss the ingredients in the pot let it do it’s thing and in the mean time enjoy a beverage! 😊

Thanks GJ, I will be able to give you a better answer once I receive my 3200i gen cover from made by the same company and put some miles on it. My plan is to cover the 3200i right where it sits in the cargo basket. So we’ll see how it goes. It will be made of the same tough material as the AC cover, so I am hoping it will last in cargo basket wind blast zone. If you order a cargo tray cover I would suggest get the brass eyelets on the bottom where you can run a paracord to help really secure it in place. Overall I would purchase again from this company based on my initial impressions. And they ship FedEx. Patriot🇺🇸

Scouring the net and not finding any covers to fit our new Truma Aventa, I ordered one from www.coversandall.com . The cover arrived today and I am impressed with the rubberized feel of the exterior material used and the overall fit. The fit being a little loose was fairly easy to install standing on my ladder. I am glad I ordered it a little larger rather than a tight fit. The loose fit allows me to toss the cover over the AC cowling without actually getting up on the roof. The cover has draw strings on each corner which do help secure it and snug it into place. Based on the quality of the material and stitching I would order again from this company. The cover colors are fairly limited and I did not want white. White AC covers always need cleaning usually with bleach. So battle ship gray was the flavor of the day. The main purpose of this cover is to keep nesting Western NC birds mainly Wrens from crafting a “Truma condo” nest inside the AC when our Ollie is parked. I also ordered a cover for our Honda 3200i from this company and in the same dark gray color. I will post up pics when it arrives. Cheers, Patriot🇺🇸 Here is the size I ordered. You may want to order a little smaller in size, just know it will be a bit more challenging to install. A pic of the cover installed - Cover info -

John, Another thing to consider, if your Ollie is parked slightly nose down a leak anywhere along the curb side plumbing can find its way to those front scuppers. Be sure and check all your plumbing connections under the rear curb side bed. I had a compression fitting come loose and the water traveled all the way up to the front scupper and this is where I noticed the drip. I hand tightened the compression fitting (check them all) and no more drip. It does sound like your leak is more in the shower plumbing area. Patriot🇺🇸

That looks like a keeper! Thanks!

I knew there was a gal somewhere in the screen name. Thanks Mike!

My apologies, I own that one! 🙄😂 Yes it was Duke and Chris!

Max, thanks for the instant pot storage suggestion. We were just thinking about where it would travel best.👍🏻👍🏻 Patriot🇺🇸

Full on prepper mode taking it to another level Max I like it!! A great use of space. Please keep us posted on the wine cellar! Mod On Brother!! Patriot🇺🇸

After learning from @ShallowGalat this years Oliver Rally about how much they use their 3 quart Instant Pot we splurged and ordered one yesterday. Thank you Duke and Chris for your suggestion to get the smaller 3 quart size based on your experience. We are really looking forward to using this during our travels. If anyone has a great Instant Pot favorite recipe please consider posting up! 👨🏼‍🍳😋 Patriot🇺🇸

Bill, That is great news! Now you will be back at keeping an 👁️on things while on the super slab! 😊 Patriot🇺🇸

Great research and great news! Keep us updated on how the install goes and how you like the Freshjet!! Patriot🇺🇸

@Sofaman I have AGMs. I just inspected them last evening and all looks fine. My plan is to let the AGMs run their course and take a look at what’s available when the time comes to replace them. I hope I have a few more years until that happens. If I was unsure about keeping my Oliver or not using it, I would not be spending another dime on it. All the best in your decision!

@bsullivan I use a small cordless drill and drill bit small enough to just remove the top of the rivet head and then push the remaining part of the rivet shaft up into the hole with a small awl or finish nail if you don’t have a tiny awl. You cannot drill the rivet out as it will spin in the hole. The extra rivets should come with your new touch lights if you order them from Oliver. Note: makes sure when you remove all (3) rivets and the light drops down from its mounted location that you cut the wiring as close as possible to the old light. This will give you plenty of extra wire to work with when installing your new TL. If you need further guidance send me a PM and I call you and be glad to help walk you through it. You need - 3 new TL, a small drill, a small drill bit, electrical tape, shrink tubing, a lighter to heat the shrink tubing, wire strippers, and patients. Take your time, you can do it!👍🏻 Patriot🇺🇸

Yes, I guess there are trade offs for sure. We are really enjoying the Truma and how quickly it will cool our Ollie down. I ordered a custom made cover for the Truma as I could not find one anywhere on line. It’s due in mid week. I will post up a pic for fitment when it arrives. The design of the rear vents on the Truma are 💯 bird nest condo move in friendly. 😄 Here in Western NC we need to keep it covered when ever we are not traveling. Patriot🇺🇸

@mountainoliver I like the way you secured the aluminum box to the Oliver frame it appears very robust vs self tapping screws. How do you plan to secure your generator when in use? Can you post up a few photos of your gen inside the box when not in use? Thanks! Patriot🇺🇸