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As an update to my previous post, after a email discussion with Frank C, we noted that the existing wall was too thick to accept the specified barrel nuts and let the thumb screws go in straight. I contacted McMaster and they did not really have any good option with a barrel nut that had a larger gap, I took the vanity cover apart and removed the barrel nuts. I then used a grinder on the inside of the wall to make the area where the barrel nuts touched thinner. Using new barrel nuts, the installation was a lot better with the thumb screws going in straight so that the washer set correctly to seal off the opening. Hope this helps anyone that will be making this modification.

I find that the McMaster barrel nuts have a thinner gap (thickness) than the thicker panel they go on. Trying to force them on the thicker panel makes the nut portion not straight on. This does not let the Thumb screw go straight in and thereby going in at a slant and is also very hard to engage in the nut. It likely does not seal the hole as the washer does not seat flat. Any ideas on correcting this situation short of make the panel thinner? Is there another type of nut that could be used? Thanks

A few questions for people that have this device. What different items does the system monitor? The device can be monitored with a blue tooth connection on a smart phone. Do you need a cell connection or a WiFi connection to monitor on your cell phone? Do you just power the device with 2 wires (+ and -?) and what size wiring is necessary? Thanks

If you contact Oliver TT, they will get you in contact with an existing owner in your area so you view their trailer and ask them questions.

Go to any marine store having the size of the porthole with you.. West Marine if one is near you. If all that fails contact OTT. Also it would be helpful to people responding to you to include in your signature area or in your profile what year and model trailer you have.

I was reading on the internet that in 2024 RAM 1500 trucks are likely to be discontinuing the 5.7 Hemi engine. They are talking about replacing it with the Hurricane 3.0 liter twin turbo V-6 (400 hp, 500 ft lb) engine. What do people think of this change? Will this engine be sufficient to haul my Elite II? Thanks

When drilling through fiberglass gel coat, drill slowly so you do not chip the gel coat along the sides of the hole. Maybe even use a smaller diameter bit to make a pilot hole first

Steve: Can you send me a copy of the video or let me know if it gets posted on the forum (or bring it with you in June). Thanks

They are likely Chinese knock-off's

Yes, many people only use a small generator to charge their batteries. I use the OTT 30 amp power cord plugged into the generator. I bought a 30 amp to 15 amp converter plug as the generator only had 15 amp receptacles. You will also need a ground plug that is connected into one of the other generator receptacle to get the power into the OTT. I do not have Lithium batteries so I do not know what the minimum size generator you will need to charge the batteries. Someone else on the forum could give you that advice, or you could call OTT and tell them you only want a generator sized to charge the batteries. The external solar panel connection is only for remote solar panels. That connection goes directly to the batteries. The solar panel and batteries are both DC power. The generator puts out AC power through a DC to AC converter (I believe) in the OTT to charge the batteries.

Mike: OTT did indicate that the battery management system and the DC to Dc charger were only a option but not necessary. Also the fuse panel was suggested to be replaced only if the person was gong to run their AC off the lithium batteries. Please let me know what Jason has to say.

Lithium batteries cost more but are lighter then lead acid batteries. To change to lithium batteries, you would need to replace your existing 2000 watt battery charger with something like a Xantran Freedom XC 3000 watt inverter-charger, upgrade your battery cable wiring, add a battery management system, and potentially other devices like a DC to DC charger so your TV can charge the batteries while traveling. If you wanted to run your AC off the lithium batteries you would need to replace your fuse panel. This information is from a discussion I had with OTT service. If you want to stay with lead acid batteries, then I recommend Trojan ACM batteries. The ACM batteries are a sealed battery so you do not have to add water.

After you think you have charged them to 100%, you can take them to a automotive parts store (NAPA, etc.) where they can test them under a load to see what their health is.

When I bought my Ollie used, the previous owner gave be the tire covers he bought. I use them all the time when the Ollie is in storage (outside). They fit over both tires and I use bungee cords on the back side of the tires to hold them in place since we have a lot of wind in the winter. They do a good job of protecting the tires. The tires are still in good shape with plenty of tread and no signs of deterioration.

James: I think that the important point, that others here have indicated is how the awning rolls up (retracts). 1. When retracting does the canopy coil up onto itself and not spool to the left or right? 2. Does it retract ok using the motor? If the canopy is not coiling up onto itself then the canopy needs to be manually slide to the left or right (when fully opened) so it will coil up onto itself. Good luck. This can be a pain in the b..t

Patriot: Does the license plate relocation kit only work for 1 Up bike racks? How did it connect to the Ollie bumper?

Bill: I weighed my Elite II after stocking it up with all my camping gear, linens, dishes, etc. (no generator no food and no gray and no fresh water). I have a compost toilet so no black water. The Ollie weighed 5760 lbs with a tong weight of 480 pounds. FYI, In my Owner's manual there was a description of a 3 step weighing process so you can determine the tong weight.

I have set my brake controller gain as described above and I do notice that the Oliver brakes are being applied but I have one other question. While at a stop sign when the grade goes down and applying the brake controller manual lever (without your foot on the truck brakes) should the Oliver brakes stop you from rolling ahead?

The Proven Industries Lock does not cover either of the two bolts on the 2" bull dog hitch. I never thought about that being a weak point for protection of the Oliver, but I guess it could be. On the other hand, do thiefs carry a bull dog hitch to install on a trailer after taking off the one that is locked? I hope that they are not that determined or smart.

I would hope that the Proven Industries lock and a wheel lock with stop most future thiefs. Hopefully the person(s) who stole your trailer were the type of person that comes along once in a lifetime. Asking the repair shop their opinion of what to buy might help.

I would suggest that you open a Oliver Ticket and talk to Jason Essay in the service department.

Are you are still near the factory? They could check it out and tell you where the offending area is so you can modify your procedure in the future.

Steve Welcome to the Oliver family. You made a great decision in following through with your order. Soon you will need to decide on colors and other options just prior to Oliver starting your build. Since you live in the south, I would suggest that your consider the Truma AC package. It is a lot quieter than the standard AC unit.

Steve: If you contact Oliver they can send you a diagram (with dimensions) of their front generator basket I used to have it but must have deleted that file.

Brian: That is actually not a picture of my Oliver, it is a picture of someone else's rig that gave me the idea to buy the Rubbermaid box. I painting the tip of my receiver with a yellow paint and it shows up great in my rear view camera in my TV.