ScottyGS

Is the bullet still available.... ? Ammo shortage and all that. :-)

Hey everyone! We are planning on being in Quartzite in early February 2023. Will be travelling from Western NC along the southern route in January, and back in late February or Early March. Usually when we camp in the cold months I winterize and we just dry camp. But, this will be a longer trip and we'll need water. I surely don't want to de-winterize (summerize?) and re-winterize on the road. So.... I was wondering if the brain trust would share some knowledge? How far north can we go? Anything to look out for? TIA, Scotty

I want the rocking when someone comes up the stairs. Look over and if the wife is in her bunk.... Grab the shotgun.

This was one of the first things we did with our trailer. I was a bit alarmed at how the stock black strips seem to be dirt magnets. So, decided to carpet the steps. I am pretty sure that Oliver sells these in the store. New Oliver owners should plan on buying some at pickup.

We just had our done by CGI and I am looking forward to the first wash..... Wait!?! .... What did I just say??

Starting to do some advance planning for a trip out west to Quartzite. Hard to find info on the Fiberglass gathering at Dome Rock. Last year it started on the 7th, so I would assume in 23' it would be the 4th to 11th. Anyone else interested in meeting out there? Any info / advice from folks that have previously been there would be appreciated.

The lawyer at the end of the video explains "Negligence Per Se" or Negligence in and of itself.... Makes the case for being very careful about loading and using the proper equipment. If you are required to use a WDH and you don't use one.... and get involved in a lawsuit. I don't even want to think of the consequences.

Congrats and welcome to the family. Remember.... A/C Fan on LOW.... Heat... Fan on AUTO. Happy camping.

Sounds Like Cigars and Cognac at the Next Oliver Rally! Can't wait.

Pretty sure they have a 5 year shelf life. 2017 / 2018 trailers are pretty close to done. We replaced ours last year.

For a while now I have been wondering how Dometic was going to answer Truma's debut into the American RV market. This may be their answer. The RTX 2000. They say it's quiet. In this video they only run it on high but it's not installed so you hear noise from above and below. (outside and inside if it was installed) It will be interesting to see what becomes of this. Maybe at the least people have another choice to consider for upgrade.

I have been following this thread closely... We have the Dometic Penguin. I am a bit disappointed.... I have been checking the A/C regularly..... So far not a single Penguin.

Wow... that was an informing video. Electric tow vehicle.. On your next trip I think you should practice unhooking your trailer every time you fill up with gas. I think that would put the issue to bed in one trip. Also wondering where the electricity is coming from at their charging locations. Might have been a lot of coal used to power that trip. And this coming from a guy whose second car is a Prius. And I love the 45mpg I get from it. Just not for long trips and towing. Scotty

I just quickly checked the web page and 7,700 was what was listed. That will change depending on the model and options etc. Whatever TV you decide on.. before you buy.. Get out your Sherlock Holmes Magnifying Glass and in a Lawyer frame of mind and read the manual regarding towing very carefully. The fine print can be a killer. My comfort level was having about a 30% buffer in capacity. So, 11,000 lbs. capacity will do that for you. But check on the need for a WDH. My guess is you will need one to be compliant. Most half ton pickups REQUIRE them. Now that doesn't mean the half tons won't tow an LE2 quite handily without one... but it does mean if there is an accident and you don't have a WDH when it's required... some attorney might have you for lunch. Good Luck and let us know how you make out.

Heat = Fan on AUTO A/C = Fan on LOW Good Luck

Hi Roadlotus... Welcome and Condolences. I have read through this thread and other family members have voiced the concern regarding TV that I was thinking. We tow with a 150 and it does the job fine. We do watch our payload, but going simpler has proven to be ok. Though we are not anywhere close to full time. Here's my advice.... A.) Get the best half ton truck you can. Use the money you won't be paying on the Rivian. It's too new, too limited in range, and in my opinion, too limited in towing capacity. 7,700 lbs for a trailer that has a GVWR of 7k... just too close for comfort in my book OR B.) Have you considered an elite? Lower weight means that Rivian might just do the trick. If you have your heart set on it that is. Maybe after you've full timed for a while you might go back to land based living in a condo or such and the smaller rig might be just the thing for extended trips. In any case, best of luck to you and please let us know how you make out. Scotty

Thanks for including the Flying Sea Turtle in the second picture. Happy trails and sunsets. Scotty

Last time I talked to Tali she said Steve aims for people on bicycles. 🥸

Not trying to second guess your actions….. you were there and I was not. But it might prove an interesting discussion on A.) Evasive maneuvers vs. B.) taking the hit. I think most towing swerve accidents are not due to the initial avoidance but to trying to get back on course. Kind of like flipping an SUV…. The second swerve which brings the weight back past C/G is the one that gets you. I’ve often thought that if a tire on one side left the shoulder I would opt for stopping instead of trying to get back on the road. I’m sure there are some stories out there of stuff that worked and stuff that didn’t.

So…… no turtle soup?

If you do discover an Airtag on your Oliver... Please post it on this forum. I'm sure some owners who live fairly close by will come over and help you set the trap to catch the thieves. Only rule is no turning them over to the police. Oliver Justice... Muhahahahaha.

No need to reverse the switches..... Just think differently. When you want the ass end of the trailer to go up.... push the switch UP. When you want the trailer to go down.. push the switch DOWN. Easy peasy.

Suction Cups... We've forgotten it on a few times and it did not fall off in transit. Think this is the one. https://www.amazon.com/BOPai-Suction-Removeable-Adhesive-Premium/dp/B01EN8UWJS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1MKUDWUMQ2IW5&keywords=suction%2Bcup%2Btowel%2Bbar&qid=1654175282&s=home-garden&sprefix=suction%2Bcup%2Btowel%2Bbar%2Cgarden%2C72&sr=1-1-spons&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFLVlNRSEpPUFYyRkomZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAyOTEyMjBFRUVUMUhNNEowVE0mZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDQzMTQ1NTNRTlc4Qk9NWVlFOEYmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl&th=1

Here is what we use... Not large but good enough for a towel or a couple of bathing suits.

And remember..... If you don't have a bottle jack..... A bottle of Jack will help you pass the time while you pay someone else to do the wheel bearings.