Ronbrink
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23 hours ago, rideadeuce said:
Looking forward to heading out West with on the road charging using the new 50 amp DC to DC charger and seeing how that works.
In my test, the 40A Renogy DC-DC reduces the typical 108A draw when running the A/C on battery while underway to 68A; getting full output from the charger means it is properly dialed in! I have no reason to run the A/C while underway other than pre-cool the interior prior to an anticipated break for lunch or a rest. When doing so, the batteries rebound by the time I reach my destination. You could see a 50% reduction in battery draw by the A/C with your charger, even more if you have solar, as well. Unfortunately, I have not been able to monitor the house batteries via the Victron Smart Shunt and Connect app from within the TV, and the breaker did trip once for some unknown reason. That said, I’ m sure you have a way to ensure your dogs are okay, perhaps temperature sensor alarms. NEway, thanks for your post and good luck with the endeavor!
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On 5/24/2024 at 3:20 PM, ScubaRx said:
These are what I use for any holes larger than 1/2”.
HOLE-E COW BATMAN!
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On 5/28/2024 at 1:38 PM, Boudicca908 said:
I thought it would be a plug that would accept my Oliver’s 30amp plug.
Most small generators only have a single duplex receptacle with two outlets. One outlet will be used for the neutral grounding plug, the other will require a 30 Amp to 15 Amp 110 Volt RV adapter. This is the one I bought from etrailer.com, but many similar are available on Amazon. I also make use of this plug at my storage facility for shore power.
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On 5/28/2024 at 12:45 PM, Boudicca908 said:
I was expecting to find mention in an OTT video or OTT knowledge base article, but so far I’ve failed to find it or specific information on changes (if necessary) to my Xantrex settings, so I can recharge my lithium batteries with a Pulsar Inverter Generator 2000i
This was sent me by Oliver upon request when I converted to LFPs last summer. In particular, Setting 20 (Battery Type) was switched to LFP and Setting 24 (Charger Current) on my Xantrex was checked and left at the factory 90 value for my older Freedom 2000 unit.
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21 hours ago, John Dorrer said:
Noticed in the pictures most of the adhesive beads were still intact, with only a few places where a small amount was on the fiberglass wall. It appears the mounting board was never pressed into the adhesive beads.
That was my observation, as well! Should be easy enough to scrape off the beads, apply new adhesive, properly bed the adhesive onto the fiberglass, then secure in place as it cures. I state this more to the benefit of others that may not know how to DIY a fix.
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7 hours ago, SNY SD UP said:
That way i have an open 110v plug, when the gen is doing its business with the the other outlet. i.e. Run a coffee pot while charging the Batts.
As an alternative, even though the ‘neutral bonding plug’ encumbers one of the duplex outlets on the generator one can always utilize the OTT’s external outlet, as needed.
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4 hours ago, Patriot said:
this portable aluminum table on Amazon might be in the ticket.
Based on my experience, the BS performs best when level as possible or perhaps slated a bit toward the grease trap. I find many campsites to slope, so having a cook table with adjustable legs helps in dialing in an optimum cooking surface. This was one important criteria when I shopped my tables.
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16 minutes ago, Patriot said:
Ron,
Is that the 17” BS or the 22” BS? Nice outdoor kitchen gear. 👍🏻
Mine is the 17” BS, only one burner control. Other than the egg carton and aluminum tray, all else stow inside the BS when not in use; very convenient.
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1 hour ago, Patriot said:
Two is one and one is none! Ha! 👍🏻
Thanks!Right that! Mine are by GCI Outdoor from Dick’s Sporting Goods. Shown in two configurations, based on the campsite terrain. I like that the individual legs are height adjustable. Complete with storage bags.
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4 hours ago, Shenan and Angie said:
What hose and adapter did you use to connect to the quick connect? I'm researching the 17in and it comes with the little green bottles and their connector. They offer a hose to connect to 20lb tanks but we don't need/can't use the attached regulator. Thanks.
You can get an adapter for the BS.
Pic connected to my 17” BS.
This or a similar hose spans between the Oliver and the BS, I’m partial to MB Sturgis. I have two 15’ hoses; use one or both depending on distance from Oliver.
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16 hours ago, Jps190 said:
They are free to anyone who wants them. Just pay the shipping costs.
PM me if still available, thanks!
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10 hours ago, SeaDawg said:
Morning coffee = camping lifeblood, for many of us... brain food.
Agree, here’s to our morning ‘transfusion’ with a ‘dose’ of Oliver forum to boot!
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Nothing like standing at your TV while mulling over an AGM install with a good tasting cup of coffee in hand. Life is good!
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16 hours ago, rideadeuce said:
Oh, and do you think it is possible to snake the 4 awg cables from the cable gland opening under the toilet to the aft dinette area without removing the bathroom shelf. Is it worth attempting? Or just remove it and proceed.
I have successfully fished wires under the toilet; once through an existing gland for a an AC outlet at the front of the propane housing, and again when installing a double gland for the two cables leading to my DC-DC charger mounted within the aft dinette seat hatch. Using a light and mirror while leaning into the forward seat hatch, enabled viewing of the outer hull wall beneath the toilet platform to pinpoint where a hole needed to be drilled to avoid plumbing.
View of AC outlet from inside housing.
Exterior view.
Double gland for DC-DC cable entry.
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6 hours ago, Geronimo John said:
Really cool idea of replacing your zerks with ones that all point towards you in the middle. Will make greasing easier and faster too. Are those 45 degree zerks?
GJ
Yes, 45°.
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7 hours ago, Geronimo John said:
Also not the use of zerk caps. Very good way to keep junk out of the grease fittings.
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Nice tip GJ!
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13 minutes ago, Geronimo John said:
So you want to keep it up. Ok, I warned you. So now the nice studious GJ has left the ring.
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Punching back is his evil twin. My handle has been Crazy Horse (CH) for 30 years.
So, after 16 pages of "fun", why would any owner now order out a 4-leaf 1750 spring? Maybe order out a 2,000-pounder or more if their needs so dictate. Maybe even think about a US made 2000 to 2400 four or if they like stiff rides a 5 leaf as that really smart nice guy suggested. But not a 1750 of any leaves....
But to answer your bolded statement above: Because this group is smarter than that to do so. Now you have to agree with that one! 🙂
Crazy Horse (CH)
In recognition of 16 pages of “fun”, perhaps everyone should go back and read through the entire Post. And with that said, don’t tread on Crazy Horse!
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5 minutes ago, Geronimo John said:
Interesting that you are just now reporting the failure of the 5 leaf springs.
LOL. Me thinks you have two typo's in your post. 🙂
GJ
To be clear, the cited statement “Every spring that I have seen broken has been the fifth leaf at the point where the fourth leaf ends.” is that of@ScubaRx
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On 3/7/2024 at 2:13 AM, ScubaRx said:
I can personally attest to knowing of at least 10 spring failures on the 4-Leaf spring packs on both the older trailers and a few that have recently been delivered over the past year or so. All of these springs have broken in exactly the same place. Also, I have never heard of a single failure in any of the trailers that are equipped with the 5200 pound axle with the 5-Leaf spring pack. This includes all the Elites ever built and, to my knowledge, none of the Elites II’s that were originally built with the 5200 pound axles and the 5-Leaf spring packs.
19 hours ago, ScubaRx said:Every spring that I have seen broken has been the fifth leaf at the point where the fourth leaf ends. The best design feature of the Alcan's is that the fourth leaf extends out to where the spring eye starts to form at the end of the fifth leaf.
Referring back to your previous comment shown above, the (Dexter) “4-leaf spring packs” have the known failure rate.
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17 hours ago, Wayfinder said:
After looking at my picture of the faucet, I think I'll try some support using the faucet housing itself. Something like this I suppose.
Or just a simple cradle resting across the two adjacent pipes.
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11 hours ago, rideadeuce said:
I am always trying to keep the kids and wife from using the toilet once we leave our last RV campsite with sewage connection.
We do the same to the extent possible; rather than soiling a cleaned black tank we found an alternative, used to line the wet bath head. However, if the drive home is several days with nightly boondocks then a trip to a local dump station is warranted once home.
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On 5/7/2024 at 7:39 AM, Wandering Sagebrush said:
Here at the house with Verizon, we get a blazing 2 bars (on a good day). I do believe it’s time to see what it does.
I too have Verizon, and have gotten service using the WeBoost when camping in areas where ‘no cell service’ is posted. Sometimes one extra bar can make a difference. Getting the antenna up high helps!
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22 hours ago, NomadLife said:
Is anyone aware of a reflective rooftop canopy
Something like this would certainly work to protect the Oliver if stored in the sun, not sure about A/C use other than folding back or raising the cover. I have used these over many years for the purpose intended, and know how durable and effective they are in blocking UV and reducing heat. FS has several sizes to choose; pic for illustration.
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Please help!
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The question will be if both the neutral grounding plug and your the 30A adapter will simultaneously fit the genny’s duplex receptacle.