Ronbrink
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On 4/17/2024 at 5:52 AM, Ronbrink said:
I found a bundle of wires tucked away below the street side bed at the juncture of the upper wheel well and battery box against the outer shell. My thought at the time was these wires were part of the solar pre-wire setup.
On 4/17/2024 at 7:06 AM, mountainoliver said:That’s where I found the #6 welding cable and battery temperature sensor cable. I think that was the extent of the “solar pre wire” for my trailer.
On 4/17/2024 at 7:13 AM, Ronbrink said:I’ll have to take a closer look at the bundle next time I go to the Cow Barn. I kinda recall being told at time of delivery that the terminal ends can be accessed on the roof at a certain spot, as well as the aluminum plates for panel mounting, if ever solar was to be installed.
To whomever is interested, perhaps someone can further explain the significance of these wires.
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12 hours ago, John Dorrer said:
We will also grease the ball.
9 hours ago, Geronimo John said:The latter is to help keep my jeans or leg clean.
I found this product a few year ago and really like it, been using their dielectric grease for 7 or 8 years, as well. It took a couple trips to work all of the old grease off of the Bulldog after initially wiping clean with paper towels, perhaps a thorough cleaning with a solvent would have been a better approach. Most of all, since it is clear/opaque there is no soiling of self or clothes. I also use a hitch ball cover when unhooked to help keep the ball free of dust and debris, as well as a clean hand when handling the hitch.
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57 minutes ago, jd1923 said:
I get it, but I don't have time for waxing, nor the patience for therapeutics
Understood, everyone has their priorities and responsibilities; you definitely have a full plate! I know from reading your posts of the time and effort spent modifying your Oliver and upgrading your TV. I would think getting away with both while spending time with the family to be very therapeutic, as well.
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On 4/18/2024 at 7:38 AM, rideadeuce said:
So everything is working. A/C is running off the batteries as we speak.
Very intriguing, thanks for your post! For future reference, what did you do to resolve the A/C issue?
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14 hours ago, Geronimo John said:
I had no idea. Yep you are right! I'm not even going to ask how many butyl tapes there are. Nope, not me.....
Idle ramblings of a rabbit hole opportunist!
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18 hours ago, jd1923 said:
I already had this feeling, but you have all thoroughly convinced me that there is no way in the world I will ever polish our Oliver!
I find the polishing/waxing ordeal therapeutic, for both me and the Oliver!
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31 minutes ago, rideadeuce said:
@Ronbrink, I think you may be right
I searched this forum and reached out to the community to glean pertinent info; my primary purpose in converting to LFPs was to be able to run the A/C via the inverter for short durations (up to 2 hrs.) during breaks and other stops when underway, and when at the storage facility for cleaning and maintenance. Formerly, I would use one of my dual-fuel generators on propane to cool the Oliver, but now the task is much simpler and a save on propane! Installation of the dedicated TS is very straightforward; I can provide info if a need is determined.
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I have a Griot’s Garage G9 random orbital polisher with the optional 25’ quick-connect power cord, correcting foam pad set and waxing pads. I use the Meguiar’s 67 One Step Compound and Flagship Premium Marine Wax that @Patriot and @rideandfly previously highlighted.
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1 hour ago, Patriot said:
I actually spoke with the CGI crew at the 2022 Oliver Rally. I think the 24x24” area in the video was likely for demo and side by side comparison photo purposes. The actual application maybe a little larger area.
I agree with you it is a time bandit flying solo. I bet your Ollie will look great when you finish.👍🏻
I made the chore of ‘upper’ washing and hull maintenance much easier and safer by modifying a scaffold. Next go when the gelcoat needs love, I will work in 24”x24” increments within the area of reach for the various stages required to complete the polishing and waxing process from each positioning of the scaffold. Generally two per side and one each end, roof to top of windows. Once around then down on ground for the ‘lower’ reaches. Hopefully this will save a lot of time and energy!
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On 4/12/2024 at 7:35 PM, HDRider said:
I think I am getting this with an adapter that takes 1 1/4" to 2".
I originally bought this 2” folding cargo carrier for the front of my TV, but ended up replacing it with a bike rack when our ebikes came into play. Often thought about installing a 2” receiver on the rear of the Oliver to make use of this carrier, as needed. The hinge is very solid and stable; never noticed excessive movement from my forward-facing vantage point.
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1 minute ago, mountainoliver said:
That’s where I found the #6 welding cable and battery temperature sensor cable. I think that was the extent of the “solar pre wire” for my trailer.
I’ll have to take a closer look at the bundle next time I go to the Cow Barn. I kinda recall being told at time of delivery that the terminal ends can be accessed on the roof at a certain spot, as well as the aluminum plates for panel mounting, if ever solar was to be installed.
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On 4/16/2024 at 4:15 AM, Patriot said:
Nothing like a clean and polished up Ollie!
In watching the video, I assume they do all three stages in each 24”x24” area before moving on to the next adjacent work area. Is that how you see it or was this done only to demonstrate the process? Conversely, I’ve been completing each stage separately which isn’t nearly as efficient with regards to time and effort.
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On 2/7/2024 at 12:23 PM, topgun2 said:
In fact, I'm close enough to to let everyone know that it takes between 14.5 and 15 feet of string to complete one side of the whole deal - that is either the night shade OR the day shade. Obviously, both sides would take double that or up to 30 feet of string! That amazed me - where in the world does all that string go?
“Oh what tangled webs we weave”. Your persistence definitely paid off, good job!
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On 4/15/2024 at 7:42 AM, MAX Burner said:
I thought the MP2 has an internal ATS, but could be mistaken...
Woke up thinking about this, so briefly researched and confirmed my recollection regarding the Xantrec Freedom XC 2000 in my unit.
‘All Xantrex Inverter/Chargers incorporate an automatic transfer switch. This switch senses when outside AC Power is present and transfers the load from the inverter to the source of incoming power (shore or generator). The unit also automatically switches from invert mode to charge mode.’
I suspect the ATS in the MP2 serves the same function and that an additional TS is required to run an A/C via the inverter.
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On 4/15/2024 at 2:52 PM, Geronimo John said:
My trailer is supposed to be pre-wired for solar.
I found a bundle of wires tucked away below the street side bed at the juncture of the upper wheel well and battery box against the outer shell. My thought at the time was these wires were part of the solar pre-wire setup.
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It was my understanding that if the debit card balance wasn’t used within a certain time period, then a service charge would be assessed. I spent mine in short order to avoid that charge.
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17 hours ago, rideadeuce said:
May give the project a break for a few days and then wire the inverter back to OEM configuration and then hire an RV electrician or talk to OTT to make the changes necessary to use inverter for AC.
When converting my 2020 OLEll to lithium, I had to install a dedicated transfer switch to enable use of the A/C on battery. You may need to do the same; a few other owners on the forum have also discussed the need of an additional TS to accomplish this goal.
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12 hours ago, SNY SD UP said:
I actually like the idea of going with 5 leaves, not for load increase (which we will not do), but the fact that the first leaf below the eye, extends to the eye.
Thanks for pointing this out!
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Born and raised in SA, first job as a teenager was a sacker at the Allena Village HEB. The biggest competitor at the time was Piggly Wiggly!
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On 3/27/2024 at 3:27 PM, TimD said:
A side benefit is the receiver has safety chain mounts through which a cable lock could be passed.
I see now where the holes can serve in securing the bikes with cables or even chain. Please post a pic of your setup with the rack and bikes mounted, thanks.
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Most receivers I’ve seen are mounted on top, seems the bottom-mount (shown in the first pic) would impede opening of the rear compartment. The hitch and backing plate look very solid; the chain holes may prove useful, but a locking hitch pin will serve the same purpose. Nice mod!
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7 hours ago, MAX Burner said:
These Alcan's are heavy duty for sure!
I scanned this post, but didn’t see a stated axle size for your LEll; D35s or D52s?
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17 hours ago, theOrca said:
- Modified the bathroom heating duct with rigid flex ducting and rigid elbows to greatly improve the air flow. Almost doubled the velocity of exiting air!
How far down were you able to install the rigid ducting, within the vanity or further under the floor toward the galley?
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21 minutes ago, jd1923 said:
Yes, the D52 axles will have the same 6x5.5 hubs, but you should see 12" brakes and E-Z Lube bearings. See in your pic (ours is the same) where it shows 10" on the drums.
Just sizing things up if there ever comes a time to beef up axles, springs and brakes. Thanks for your input, much appreciated!
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Brand of metal valve stems
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Conversely, I had two of the OLEll stock rubber valve stems fail on a return trip from West Texas last summer, ambient daytime temps were 110-115°. After the second time, I pulled into a Discount Tire in Fredericksburg, TX and had metal stems installed on the Oliver and a set in hand for installation on the TV once home. At the time of TST purchase, the instructions stated use of rubber stems was acceptable. However, their instructions have since been revised advocating use of metal stems only. Based on Discount Tire’s assessment, the extreme heat caused the rubber stems to flex more along with the added weight of the monitors, thus stress fractures resulted in failure. I was told they recently had several other trailers brought in with the exact same issue. The metal stems are shorter than the rubber ones and have not presented any problems thus far.