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Its a digital readout with physical buttons that actually depress into the assembly slightly - not "soft touch" type

@routlaw: We found this unit on Amazon for what we consider a fair price point, much less than what we invested in the first TPMS go around: We've got roughly 500 miles of usage so far without issue. The readout is smaller than my old eyes would like, but it's solar powered and doesn't need 12vDC unless it's not been used for several weeks. It charges through a USB cable in about 25-30 minutes time. But as mentioned above, sensor batteries are a piece of cake to replace. Just my $0.02 worth... Stay safe, brother...

@routlaw: Good call, Routlaw IMHO. We invested in a TPMS many years ago which required the pressure/temp sensor batteries to be installed by the factory. That was an earlier system and after 4-5 years, they all needed replacement. Not a cheap date, for sure. Shipping and factory labor was north of $80 at that time. So, after that second set of batts terminated, we didn't want that date again - we found a system that allows the user to replace the sensor batts. This maybe the new standard today - but we just recommend checking about the batt replacement drill before you invest. Either way, a TPMS will give you both a level of confidence and piece of mind especially touring around the Great Southwest in the hot season. Cheers, brother!

QUESTION: Has anyone out in Ollie-World experienced difficulty selecting various modes (heat/AC) or temperature adjustments with the Dometic digital thermostat? Ours doesn't seem to respond to button inputs unless it's depressed with an unusual amount of pressure. Granted, it's 6+ years old, but I should think it would last longer, right? Worn out? Otherwise defective? We'd appreciate feed back... Thanks in advance...

@Katjo: We've got the cell booster in Casablanca, too. We see no signal difference sitting at the dinette with the boost on either! We've tried and like the Star Link system (loaned to us from RV friends) and it's great in providing internet access. The RV-subscription of Star Link allows you to pay by the drink - on a monthly basis. Not a bad deal, we're getting one before our next trip, FYI.

...so here's a "2-fer". Top pic is a "chirpie" aerator nibbling on a full moon in Durango. Next one is Magnus after a long day on the road.

Did the same thing after finding the hardware in the aft compartment - all hasp mounting hardware replaced with #8 stainless panheads and Nylocks... piece of mind.

Clean set-up... NICE!

Exactly! We boondock 50/50% of the time - doesn't matter if it's a long weekend or a multi-week adventure, the TV hauls the 5gal treated water containers. We love how easy it is filling the OTT's fresh water tank procedure vs. what we had to do in the AS - no more wasted water after trying to fill the water tank!!! Let's don't forget how nice all the engineering designed features and details we have with Ollie's as compared to all the other SOBs, right?

Have a great time at the OE in Flag -- it's getting better year after year. If you're a "Dual-sport" MC rider, they usually have the URAL sidecar MC dealer from Scottsdale there - he give free test rides... FUN!

Concur, GJ... Our's must be tapped to energize them - independent from the master light switch by the main hatch.

@Frank C: Yeah, thought there had to be a transfer switch between the two outlets. Anyone know the type/manufacturer of the OTT ATS?

I'm thinking there must be either an automatic or manual transfer switch that allows 30A power from only a single socket at a time. Is this correct?

Must be nice/convenient having the forward doghouse mounted 30A shore outlet! Has anyone researched if this can be retrofitted by an owner - or does it go to the mobile RV tech for installation? Just curious!

We've added, Main Hatch lock/remote, LGP tank w/remote readout, TPMS, SmartShunt w/BT, and a 100Watt HAM radio - no problems noted, FYI.

Sounds like the dreaded Poltergeist phenomenon.... HA!

@HDRider: Impressive, its 10lbs lighter than my (rather) old EUi2000 Honda and only $629.10 on Amazon. 57db - quiet, too. Hmmm, may need to add this unit to the stable...

That is good to know! Jason always seems to be on top of the issue... Thanks for sharing. Informative.

Does anyone out in Ollie-World want to buy a microwave???

@Patriot - All good points, brother. It was a random thought... It definitely wouldn't look too red hot, for sure. Thanks for sending pix of the weep hole drill out of the awning brackets. I'd like seeing the sizing and placement of the holes by the OTT maintenance team. Thanks, and cheers!

@Wayfinder - What do you think about the EZ Gutter above the awning mounts up top and the bulb seal below like @Patriot described earlier in the thread? That way, the large debris would flush through under the awning in heavy wind/rain conditions, anything stuck or leftover could easily be swept away manually. During light rain conditions - the EZ Gutter would channel water away and keep from streaking the side of the rig. Here's what one end of my bulb seal looked like after I removed it: UGH!, Nasty! You can see the oxidized rubber material powder coating my hand...

100% concur @topgun2! We'd run the Michelin RIBs at 85psi during winter months on my aluminum SOB and always check tire temps (man, we love the IR temp gauge!) during refueling stops. We'd run 80psi in the warmer months.

Received my new awning seal from Ryder at OTT Parts Team a few weeks ago, will be installing before our road trip later this month. I like the idea that @Patriot mentioned about OTT service team dropping the seal down slightly and drilling weep holes in the FIAMMA mounts for drainage. We will also install the EZ Gutter over the main hatch and windows... brilliant!

Good question, brother. I'm thinking cost, cosmetics? Certainly not safety. Gorilla lifetime lug nuts comes with triple nickel plating to prevent rust and corrosion along with being cold forged and heat treated for superior hardness. Our set of Gorilla Lugs arrived from Summit Racing a few days ago. They're going on before our trip to Puerto Penasco later this month (probably at 110 ft-lbs).

That's reasonable. I've got a set of Gorilla Lugs waiting for me to swap out - several of the original "sleeved" lugs have started slipping. I can still get them off, but its unnerving having the outer sleeve rotate about an eighth of a turn while removing them.