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When Oliver was putting 85 psi in the tires, there were many issues. That has been resolved, but I have not heard of 42-46. They changed it to 65 psi, but I have been using 60. I will try a lower psi rating. Cooper tires are rated at 85 psi max, which is why I was told that they were to be set at 85. I do have a single axle model, which uses a different tire pressure, I think. I have been using duct tape on the middle drawer of the LEI since new. The latches do not hold, and I have not found a set that works and fits. I will look into the ones that you suggest. Thanks. I have not had a response from Oliver on which latches I should be using. When new, window frames were falling off, countertops were coming loose. It was interesting, looking to see what new had fallen off. Oliver said that the warranty would not be valid if we went below recommended tire pressure, which was 85 psi.

I am looking at a campground along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Pisgah. I am trying to stay off Interstates as I am able. Thanks.

I said the same thing. WOW. thanks for the suggestions. Parks On The Air (POTA) is fun ham radio activity. Hole in the wall will keep the bugs out, maybe. I used Forster bits for woodworking. Diamond blade also seems sensible. I actually took the trailer to a mechanic for an electrical issue. He has been in the trailer business for more than 30 years, and said that this was the first Ollie has had seen, and that it is the best made plastic trailer he has ever seen. I want to keep it that way. john NS6X

If I had a mattress, you could have my cushions. I do not see making a dinette in my future. The cushions do not make a great mattress, although I use a topper.

I am currently in Texarkana for the memorial day weekend - found a place so will stay put - visiting my father's grave in Stamps, Arkansas, then headed to Lubec, Maine first week of July and Thomas Beach campground in Maine July 11-15 for a ham radio event. Otherwise, no plans between Texarkana and Lubec. Like to stop in Savannah, GA to see a young firefighter I helped a few years ago to get his job. Suggestions are sought. Came from Dayton, Ohio which was first destination from the Los Angeles area. Returning to Ventura County sometime end of July or August. No specific plans.

The thread below about filling holes suggested to me that I ask about making holes. I need to make 2 holes through the hole, about 5/8", for a ham radio antenna cable. I have a bulkhead mount to affix in the holes where the exterior antenna attaches to one side and the radio attaches to the interior side. I have a hole saw, and before I get to cutting into the hull, was wondering if others have done so and have recommendations on best practice. I plan to go through one surface at a time, because I am not sure what I will find between the hulls. I plan to make the holes at the smaller dinette on the Oliver I, single axle model.

As we subject our trailers to the abuse of highways and travel, we should expect some problems and issues. But one that I had not expected came from the original installation of the cellular telephone extender external antenna, mounted on the top, rear, street side of the trailer. When I would plug in the trailer electrical connection to my truck, the running lights fuse in the truck would blow. I figured the plug had a problem, so changed the plug. Still the same problem. Let it set for a few weeks, for various reasons, and it worked fine. The problem was everytime the fuse blew, it was $6 for a new fuse. And I didn't know when/why the fuse was blowing. So, I took it on the road, and eventually, about 2 days out, the fuse blew again. I just didn't drive at night or in the rain. When I got home, I took it to the trailer repair store - Conejo Vacation Trailers in Thousand Oaks, CA. Mike had the trailer for 6 days and figured out that one of the screws from the antenna mounting had made its way to the running lights wire insulation, and caused a short. It had punctured the insulation enough to cause the short. A green wire provides power to the running light/marker lights/tail lights. He was able to trace the green wire and through elimination, figured out the problem. He removed the screws from the antenna mount, glued the antenna mount onto the trailer and filled the mounting holes, and no more intermittent problem. I have been on the road for 3 weeks now without a blown fuse. I only mention this in the case that someone else has a similar problem. Oliver service had not heard of a similar problem. Mike, from Conejo Trailer, spent time on the phone with the Oliver service people, who were helpful in helping him to trace down the problem. (something else that should never have happened, as my drawer fell out again today. Tired of having to use duct tape to hold the drawer closed.)

I have been looking for an alternative to the original Oliver box that likes to mash my bumper - my fault as I turned to sharp. This just might be it. Looks good.

Well, I am almost afraid to take my trailer out. I did cancel the last trip because of issues with the trailer on the prior trip. Still have not resolved multiple issues. It has been one consistent problem, usually minor, but annoying. Tired of the drawers not staying closed, and ripping out wood as they fall out, city water connection failure causing leaks, continued electrical issues and no schematic to help trace potential problems-no power to water pump and inverter not functioning - does not power up, rear Oliver light having intermittent power/lighting - flashing on and off while driving, shower hose kinking and too short causing restriction of water flow, what feels like poor insulation - too cold and too hot inside and more. My traveling companion, my girlfriend, wants me to sell it. She has been on three trips, and is fed up.

Interesting discussion. I have a similar, but not the same? problem with a 2021 Legacy I (single axle). I was doing everything just fine when my water pump switch would not light when turned on - no power for the water pump. Yes, it was working fine. A few hours later, there was no power to the inverter? - the inverter would not function. Electrically, I was dead if no shore power. Shore power worked fine. I will attempt the hard reboot and see what happens. Not sure about the water pump issue. It shouldn't be wired from the inverter, but then where is a schematic to verify? As far as water, my female hose connection, the one on the trailer, has failed. The rotating, swivel connection is leaking profusely. I will need to remove the fitting/hose connection and replace it. So I had no water unless I didn't mind sending a steady stream of water into the ground at the campsite, and boondocking was not working well as the water pump was not working. John

Yesterday.

Got a call from Oliver yesterday. There are also 15 and 20 pound latches. The drawer by itself is 7 pounds (I weighed it today), so just a few items in the drawer puts it over 10 pounds. Oliver said that there are issues with the drawer latches allowing the drawers to open. They are looking into the problem. John

I was at the museum before today - Thursday? of this week. It was interesting - I mentioned to my daughter in a phone call I think that there are many museums where hobbyists started a museum to make their hobby a 501c3 - There was nothing that I would consider special - the usual WWI and II vehicles, with a few later vintage VietNam and mid-east vehicles. A friend collects similar vehicles. He has about 30 in his yard/storage building. Same vehicles. If you have a few extra hours and are driving along I80, and like such stuff, it is worth the stop. In Boulder Wy tonight, on my way to several days in Grand Tetons and Yellowstone. If you want a Harvest Host spot, and like whiskey (or just a distillery) stop by Pine Bluffs Distilling in Pine Bluffs, WY. They have plenty of space - as many people as can fit - they list 10 spots, but they could hold 20 or more and still have space. Friendly, family run business. 14 year old daughter was washing glasses and supporting mom the bartender.

And I am 6' tall. Sit on the toilet when I take a shower, but I have replaced the provided hose with one that works. The provided hose is a ....... It is plastic, and kinks when pulled out far enought to use as a shower hose. I replaced it with a solid wall hose, stainless steel mesh, added a few inches (8) and it works fine. Oliver is being responsive to problems and issues. There are many, but we need to let corporate know what they are so the problems can be fixed. If LEII and solo, I would get one twin bed and use the other as a sofa. I can stand up easily within the main trailer.