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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🇺🇸

Great question. I think it just cycles less giving the impression it’s quieter when it’s in this low power mode or sleep mode. Or maybe just not having the Penguin noise banger it’s just so much quieter. A really worthy upgrade for sure. Patriot🇺🇸

We have found the dehumidify mode works really well! And we also have learned that running our Truma on low it gets colder than a meat locker. We prefer cooler sleeping temps. I don’t see us ever running it in high.🥶 With the (IR function) of the remote it does require it to be directly pointed at the sensor for sure. We learned from the Truma tech at the rally that it’s important to touch the send button on the remote when you touch a different setting. Ahhh the learning curves of the new Truma! The more you learn the better it gets! One thing for sure, it keeps the interior very cool at a very quiet sound decibel. Sleep mode is even quieter if that’s possible. Patriot🇺🇸

It’s all about your interpretation of too many eggs in one place. Great since of humor! 👍🏻😄

@topgun2 Too many eggs in the basket Bill? 😄 Or were the sites too close and cozy? Patriot🇺🇸

Thanks Max, 😊 Indeed this quick and easy mod along with proper torquing of the cowl fasteners will remove the concerns of ever having to think about water intrusion. 👍🏻 Patriot🇺🇸

@ELGR Here is additional info (link below) for you to take a look at with regarding to a bike rack and cover. I also answered your PM. Let me know if I can help with any other questions. Patriot🇺🇸

Nice work Max! Mod On Brother! 👍🏻😊 Let there be water! Patriot🇺🇸

Our totally free iPhone bubble level app. It works excellent every time . 👍🏻😊

I meant to provide an update on this sooner. This digital Tstat works great running the Dometic furnace. And honestly it just looks so much nicer that the Dometic mechanical Tstat. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H6ARNXO?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details Patriot🇺🇸

Push every button on your Oliver on delivery day. Take a few days to test the systems prior to departing the Hohenwald area. There are places to camp. Ask all the questions you can possibly think of and then ask more. Most importantly enjoy your delivery day, Oliver goes to great lengths to make it a really special day! Congrats! Patriot🇺🇸

@Brian and Brandelyne What did Oliver do to address the air flow problem? This info would be helpful to other Truma owners if they experience a similar issue? Thanks! Patriot🇺🇸

As stated zero worries here, I believe I am in good shape even in 80 mph winds in the Wild West yee haa! 🤠 I do understand your suggestion. However, the fasteners naturally will crack if they are over torqued. I still stand by my statement that making any alterations or modifications using fender washers on a new Truma Aventa cowling, unless approved by Oliver and ultimately by Truma could void a warranty claim. Ultimately when you pay for the Truma retro fit it’s yours you can do whatever you want with it. Have you had the Truma retro fit done? Just passing forward a fairly simple helpful mod for Truma owners to preempt a potential water intrusion issue with a simple fix using XPEL PPF. Let’s please try and stay on topic. 😉 Thanks! Patriot🇺🇸

We use our Oliver back up camera and large TV mirrors mainly to monitor traffic and lane clearance behind our Ollie when traveling. It also allows me to keep an eye on our bicycles on the 1 Up rack. I have noticed most vehicles don’t tailgate us as they think they are on video. It seems to keep most of the tailgaters at bay in my experience. I don’t think I have ever actually used it to back into a campsite. All said, I am spoiled, I cannot imagine not having the Oliver installed high mounted back up camera while traveling. Patriot🇺🇸 The factory mounted all seeing 👁️

Haha…I totally get it Chris! Your point on proper torquing of the OE fasteners is critical to keep the cowling counter sunk bolt holes from cracking. I will leave well enough alone for now and not nudge the sleeping puppy. We are really enjoying our Truma and have only needed to run it on low as it turns our Ollie into a super quiet meat cooler. 🥶😄 Patriot🇺🇸

Not the least bit worried. 😊 As mentioned the leveling sealer/caulk around the bolt head applied by Oliver and the XPEL I installed I am satisfied that we won’t have any issues. As mentioned in my OP even if the existing sealer fails the PPF covering this area will not allow any water intrusion while covering the counter sunk hole. The XPEL PPF is just about invisible at a glance. I would not suggest adding, altering, or changing out any OEM Truma hardware securing the cowling. This could void the 2 year Truma warranty if a leak occurred. Adding a small sealing circle of XPEL PPF I don’t see any issue. The PPF install adds additional UV protection to the self leveling sealer installed by Oliver. It’s very tough material. I don’t see myself ever towing my Ollie in 80 mph winds anywhere. If so, I have likely made a really bad decision. 😄 Mod On! ⚡️⚡️ Patriot🇺🇸