Patriot

Thanks! It’s my understanding that a Yakima roof rack can be installed. I am not sure about the weight limit, I did not inquire as I really have no use for a roof rack. If we can’t carry our gear inside the cab and under our topper out of the weather - we likely have too much stuff. We have the high capacity tow 535 pkg and zero issues with trailer sway when traveling on the interstate or windy conditions. As for the Tremor suspension/ride? We just rolled over 2k on the ODO and we are very pleased with overall super quiet interior & comfort level when empty as well as towing. Much more comfortable and needless to say powerful than our former half ton TV. The Ollie towing mileage was impressive @ 17.9 - 18 mpgs on our last week long trip. This was only the computer feedback. At some point I will do the math and compare. The topper added approx 200# of weight to the bed which is nothing. I read and heard the the F250 & F350 Tremor supposedly have the same identical suspension. I have yet to confirm this as fact. However with the 535 pkg listed below it may be accurate.

Thank you!

After a 10 week wait we took delivery and install of our ARE Z topper yesterday. We recently upgraded to a larger more comfortable, much more powerful TV and like stowing our bicycles, Gen, and other camping gear high and dry out of sight and out of mind. I had upgraded rubber bulb seals installed vs the cheap foam tape that flattens out usually within a few months. The foam tape when it flattens out can result in a potential topper bottom edge bed rail paint rub, a no go. Another tip, I had the installers secure the tape to the bottom rails of the topper NOT the bed rails to avoid any cleaning of adhesive on the bed rails should I decide to remove the topper temporarily. This is our third ARE topper over the years and I can report that the fit and finish and Iconic Silver paint match is spot on excellent. Totally worth the wait. Just a bit of feedback for anyone considering an ARE camper topper.

Can we give multiple likes for this post? 😊 So true, we all learn from each other.

Ray - site B8 for the view. It’s the best site in the CG IMHO....F/H also.

We are spending another week at Chantilly Farms in Floyd, Va. Friends joined us! Hopefully future Ollie owners. A Blue Ridge Parkway photo at Ground Hog Mountain. “The Beast” did an outstanding job as our new TV, very happy with the Tremor so far. Happy Camping!

Jason Essary OTT Service put us in touch with Xantrex tech support. We were walked through a system reset. No further issues. It was undetermined what caused the error code (4). Xantrex tech support was outstanding. All is well. edit- documented everything and everyone we talked with should this issue occur again when out of warranty. Happy Camping! Patriot

Just noticed this [04] code flashing on our 2020 OLEll this evening. We are on shore power presently here at our home and are headed out in the morning on a week long trip. I read the manual (pic below) and checked all action areas, but still cannot figure out or understand the cause of this code. Was wondering if anyone else has experienced this with this particular inverter. I will give Jason a call in the morning and see if he can help trouble shoot. All other systems are working fine. Hopefully it’s nothing major. Thank you in advance. David

We have lived in several states mostly due to career upward mobility moves with our former employers. We found the state we enjoy living in most is where we are right now. We love the beautiful temperate spring and fall, the long summers and short easy winters of Western North Carolina. We feel very fortunate and blessed to be able to choose where we could eventually build our home and retire. Here in the foothills of Western NC we might get one snow fall of 5” and with a few days it’s gone. So no shoveling or plowing of driveways, or driving and slipping on ice! Very little snow and ice covered roads and power lines suits us well. A short drive to the gorgeous South Mountains a part of the Blue Ridge Mountains and 4.5 hrs to Sunset Beach we are completely content and very happy. We now farm a small Blueberry grove, (a record 43 gallon yield this past season) we also hunt and enjoy wild game and the trout fishing is not bad either. Being “Patriots” we enjoy tremendous amounts of awesome revolutionary war history here symbolizing the birth of this great country. 🇺🇸

Here- its a perfect size, captures water off wet dishes keeping counter top dry, does not hold moisture like wood racks and stores nicely.

Oh not again...🤣 It’s David Crockett in Lawrenceburg not Davy....😂 it’s alright we know which one you mean. It can be confusing to out of state folk.

Last June we stayed at the Hampton Inn in Columbia Tenn, when we took delivery and drove to Hohenwald about an hour away. There was nothing that really appealed to us closer to the Oliver plant. The Hampton was very clean and quiet and we got great rest. Also a better selection of decent sit down dinning places to eat. As for price, It really depends on what you think is reasonable? I think the Hampton Inn was $120 a night, which worked for us. For the plant tour in Dec be sure to dress warm and wear comfortable warm footwear. We did the Ollie tour in March and it was cold then. Brrrrrrrr!!

DCdude- David Crocket CG is much closer to Oliver in Hohenwald Tenn. -https://tnstateparks.com/parks/david-crockett Davy Crockett CG is located in Crossville, Tenn. - https://www.davycrockettcampground.com Two different areas of your state. 😉 Davy Crockett CG is in Crossville Tenn, a much longer drive to Oliver in Hohenwald, Tenn.

Each day is truly a blessing....the leaves of Fall are spectacular and never fail to disappoint on our maple planted 12 yrs ago when we built our home.

Surrounded here at home in the foothills by an incredible a North Carolina fall day, I decided to install a bit of left over 8 mil paint protection where the spare tire can potentially rub and leave marks on the Oliver during travel. I had a little 8 mil left over from a previous install and decided to use it. After a good through cleaning and waxing of the area, I installed the 8 mil XPEL covering the entire location where the tire touch’s the Ollie finish. This will help the finish looking decent for a long time. (A little caution flag - factory sticker on the rim states clean with hot soap water only.) Hope this helps anyone considering this mod. -Patriot

Does Mane still get 2 weeks of summer? 🤣🤣 just kidding!

Nicole, We recently opted to purchase a 3/4 ton 2020 F250 Lariat Ultimate with the “Tremor” package. We wanted more long distance travel comfort, better road sight distance when traveling and touring. This truck sits approx 4” higher than a stock F250, no weight distribution hitch, larger fuel tank, and all the hp and torque we could ever possibly need. So a simple no to all questions you asked. We also have the tow haul pkg, trailer anti sway pkg and a bunch of other options. Mileage is around 20-21 highway when not towing. We are getting ready to take a trip towing the Ollie and will learn more about towing mileage. As previously stated there are lots of options out there so enjoy being in the buyers seat! As long as you are happy in the end that is all that counts! So far we really like the power, handling and most of all comfort level in this truck. Welcome to the forum! Happy Truck shopping and Happy Adventures! -Patriot

Congrats on your new Oliver! You could not have selected a better time of year for delivery. May your adventures always be safe, relaxing and enjoyable! David

Congrats Pilots Lounge! You sure selected a perfect time of the year to take delivery! Welcome to the Oliver family and we wish you the very best in your adventures and travels! -Patriot

GAP, We took delivery last June. You certainly can ask or request a modification, but we were told by our sales rep that Oliver no longer does owner requested custom mods. It’s likely you will hear the same info. I believe the explanation was it slows down the assembly/production line. -Patriot

Curb side - The safer side next to the curb or road edge (usually the passenger side) of a parked vehicle or in this case the Ollie you which step out of so you don’t get run over flat by an oncoming traffic. Be safe!

Welcome and now is a great time to read and become even more familiar with Oliver University and your owners manual. Congrats on your new Oliver! -Patriot

Labeling is ok.....remembering is the key. We just added it to our set up and take down checklist. 😊

Bill, Indeed I did and paid too much...

This key chain ready Olight 3EOS is hands down one of the best little lights I have ever owned. It’s extremely bright and is an excellent lamp unto your path. We have several.