Ronbrink

No experience with this SL pole setup, but years of using the same suction cup mounts on an actual 16’ fiberglass flagpole from the same company; a WeBoost antenna was also mounted at its top. I never had a suction cup loose grip. Yes, they do require a daily check and a couple strokes of the integral pump to maintain adequate suction; a visual indicator on the pump is used to ensure optimum suction. If there is too much obstruction at the Oliver, I like that the SLM can be mounted on the van with magnets while parked in close enough proximity to the campsite for Wi-Fi reception in the trailer. That said, I have parked at the COW Barn several times in like manner and been able to operate the Atmos via the Cielo and steam movies.

I purchased my SLM in May and since encased it in a Veritas Vans mount with an optional handle and magnets for securement on top of the Savana van when underway. I also bought a 12’ (three 4’ sections) pole with suction cup mounts from FlagPole Buddy for alternative use on the Oliver. Although these angled suction cup mounts are primarily marketed for Airstreams, they similarly fit the Oliver. Pole (two 4’ sections) shown mocked up in COW Barn.

“Beauty (or ugly) is in the eyes of the beholder”!

Yikes, how did I miss that! I read this post on Thursday and went to the website you referenced. Because there was no specific size listed for an Oliver, I answered some questions and requested their recommendation on proper fitment; their response, “I’m not sure which SnapPads are needed!”. So I fired off my question to you without revisiting your previous post. Thanks for assisting the elderly!

Very nice! We also found the dinette table to be too small, so I extended ours about 8” while maintaining the stock look. It, as well as the pantry landing, are now even with the outer edge of the street side twin bed. This is at the top of mods, surpassed only by the two sliding Lagon tables!

Which size fits the round jack foot?

I’ve been using this, which is a cheaper alternative to the product @Rivernerd recommended. To his point however, treating moderate to heavy rust prior to priming/painting is the best practice. Each of these product cure to a black color and thus, I apply to black-painted components of both the Oliver and TV to deter rust and restore appearance, as needed, to include the Bulldog hitch and hitch receiver, respectively. That said, I have not found a need to repaint treated surfaces where minor surface rust is being combated.

Hardly, let’s just call it ‘resourceful’! That said, I don’t understand the lack of interest or inquisitiveness, other than a couple of folk, in the Cielo. Many have expressed frustration regarding humidity issues with their units, and asked in this forum for the reason and/or a solution. The Cielo has its idiosyncrasies, but perhaps the Wi-Fi dependency is a deterrent or simply the thought of adding another device. Time will tell!

I purchased a 22kW last summer, but currently have it in storage at the COW Barn pending our plan to move to a rural location. The tight housing market has caused a delay, but hopefully that will change soon. My goal is to have an enclosed place to keep the Oliver at a home location and forego the rental facility, which are increasingly expensive in our area.

I totally get it! Even though my former TV was only a short bed with a topper, I was constantly bumping my head, bruising my arms and crawling on my old knees while rigorously digging around to retrieve stowed and/or staged camping equipment. Often wished for a longer bed, but then that would only exasperate the matter. Breaking camp was a whole other issue with more bumping, bruising and crawling! On the other hand however, there was comfort in knowing all was secured and protected under cap. Enter my current TV, a cargo van; best of both worlds!

I too like using added protection at the power pole; not only an instant analysis of the CG’s electrical grid upon arrival and potential wiring faults at my particular campsite, but also more joules surge protection if a problem with the grid arises during a stay. Yes redundant, but cheap insurance put to good use before ever plugging in my Oliver’s power cord! This is what I have:

Apply dielectric grease to each inside contact as a corrosion preventative, as well as the outside female plug.

I apply sparingly and never had that issue. It is a push and tug to put on and take off, respectively; as in air compression and suction actions!

There is a touch sensitive control button in the center; touch to change colors, long touch to increase/decrease lighting. Can also be turned on/off by Master light switch to last setting(s). Simple install; a little larger diameter, but mounting holes were same. First install was above dinette, this second above the cooktop. I plan to install additional lights above each bed, over sink and maybe in wet bath under cabinet.

All this talk about touch lights and replacements made me reconsider making do with the stock fixtures. Currently installing two early arrivals and with one done, very pleased! I’ve always considered the lights to be too bright, especially over the dinette; sensitive eyes. Thinking that problem may be solved with these ones, dimmable cool white with a blue night light/ambiance feature. What think you?

I like that it is colorless, so no staining of clothes; to @jd1923’s point, use a ball cover! I like the CURT brand; standard 1-7/8” to 2” or 2-5/16” diameter ball sizes. I’m also a fan of the Mission Automotive dielectric grease, which I need more of when back in stock.

I’ve always made it a practice to pre-chill the CFX prior to loading content, which are usually pre-chilled, as well, if time allows.

My preference:

Actually, a solenoid was installed to trigger power to my suspension air-bag pump when the engine is on. The DC-DC is only powered with the key in ACC ( to power my VIAR) or ignition (engine run) positions. I do know that these Dometics have a staged built-in battery protection system to prevent complete draining of the vehicle’s starter battery. The limit of draw can be set and can allow for deep draw on dual batteries, as I recall.

I use the forward AC outlet installed at the front of the propane housing, and simply run an extension into the van to the Dometic’s AC cord to power via the inverter/battery bank when underway; not during inclement weather, of course. When staged in camp, same setup with shore power. When leaving camp, the extension is unplugged and my 100ah LFP portable power station is then used, which can run the Dometic over 30 hrs without solar input. I modified the DC cord by replacing the cigarette lighter plug with a 2-pin power connector, much more secure connection! My former TV had a dedicated 200W solar array on the bed cap for the power station; installing a larger array on the van is my plan when time allows (you know the gig!). I have a Victron 30A smart charger to maintain the power station, as needed. As a backup, I made a 12V extension that plugs into the rear DC-DC Anderson port to connect to the Dometic’s DC cord.

No, at least not on my model. The CFX manual specifies either a DC OR AC connection, as well as the CFX3 per this screenshot: Check your CFX5 manual, but I would be surprised if they are any different.

Actually Gree, not Cree:

When I had metal valve stems put on my trailer, Discount Tire used the jack points and commented it was the first trailer they ever saw with a designated spot to lift. Further comment was they wished all trailers had them, made their job much more easy.

Our Oliver has been an escape pod for two hurricane evacuations and a winter storm retreat when power was out for several days. Times like these is when our COW (Condo-On-Wheels) and the Westinghouse iGen4500DF are put to good use in survival mode!

I feel your pain! I made the novice mistake of using the rear stabilizers to lift all four tires off the ground to level the trailer for a night’s stay, still connected to the TV. Slept great, other than being awakened once to a loud thud. When getting ready to depart, the realization hit me like a ton of bricks. All four shackles had flipped at the Dexter E-Z Flex equalizers, no bueno! With jack in hand and hours later, toiling in the Texas summer heat, all was back to normal. We learn by our mistakes and that of others.