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If you go with TST the install process is simple. It does not interfere with your TV system as it uses its own monitor (display). You simply put a battery in each sensor, screw the sensor on to the tire stem, then configure the sensors on the monitor (following the instructions). Done. We’ve had ours for 9 years with no problems. I’m sure the other TPMS’s are similar. Mike
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That’s us. We use our screen often with the awning (Fiamma). If it’s windy we also stake down the support poles and the awning stays secure in some pretty high winds. Mike
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Film/Coatings to Front Oliver to Limit Dents
Mike and Carol replied to Bobfirst's topic in General Discussion
…speaking of coatings, the CGI guys (Gavin and Colin) did a renew on our ceramic coating this week. Looks better than new (except for the chips on the lower front)! -
Film/Coatings to Front Oliver to Limit Dents
Mike and Carol replied to Bobfirst's topic in General Discussion
I think $695 is a pretty good price. I think Pete’s application was more, I’ll ask when I see him at the rally next week. The front of my trailer is pretty chipped from a lot of miles. It’s been on my list of things to do, I might check with Ironhorse here locally and see what they charge now. Mike -
Shower faucet
Mike and Carol replied to Steve Gorman's topic in Welcome To The Oliver Travel Trailer Forums
I would remove the insert under the sink and look at what the hose is doing when you pull it out. It must be kinking somehow. The insert is easy to remove and goes back on just as easy. You’ll just need to recaulk. Mike -
SW Colorado needs the rain! Sorry it shortened your trip, flexibility is key….
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Nice pics! We were in Upper Lehman site 3 in August. You have more color in the leaves than we did!
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We were just through Delores a couple of weeks ago. We’ll have to try Along the RIver next time we’re in the area! Looks nice. Mike
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Starlink Mini Installation- 2022 LEII- Alternate Approach
Mike and Carol replied to dhaig's topic in Ollie Modifications
If I’m making reservations for a site or if I’m selecting a site while at a campground I always try to find one so the trailer is facing north (or generally north). I like the sun to come up in the morning on the door side and go down on the other side. Now that I’m deploying a Starlink, if I’m facing north it‘s easy to put the dish on the aluminum box on the tongue or on the picnic table that’s usually there outside the door. We saw all kinds of mounts on our trip to the PNW in August and September, some fancy and some simple and some who just throw it on the ground! Mike -
Use space heater when below freezing???
Mike and Carol replied to Dennis and Melissa's topic in General Discussion
There’s a wide range of “below freezing”. If it’s only down to the high 20s we still rely on our electric space heater (Vornado). I can turn it so that some of the heat is directed into the vent under the bed with the water pump, water tank, etc. We’ve never had anything freeze. I figure if the outer hull is in 27 degree weather and the inner hull is in 68 degree inside weather then between the hulls will be something in between. Below mid 20s we do use the furnace. That’s not been very often since we tend not to camp in very cold weather. Mike -
We had one fall out after a few years. Oliver service replaced it during a service 5 or 6 years ago.
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What we’ve used for the last 9 years. Works well, no issues.
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I think it is - “the trailer”. Not really a formal name. We also call the truck, “the truck”. Sometimes our imagination just runs wild.
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Changing tires in the wild - lessons learned
Mike and Carol replied to John and Jodi's topic in General Discussion
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“The trailer”. Because it is one.
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We rarely watch our TV. Removing it has been on my to-do list for a while. It should be easy to remove and easy to reinstall. Mike
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A Convenient Location for the TST TPMS Repeater
Mike and Carol replied to Tom and Doreen's topic in General Discussion
Good suggestion, one I’ll consider. Honestly right now, what I have has been working fine over 4 different trucks and after just getting home from a pretty long trip this week I need to focus on some home things. We’re gone most of October too! -
A Convenient Location for the TST TPMS Repeater
Mike and Carol replied to Tom and Doreen's topic in General Discussion
Mine didn’t come with one and I’m sure I’m way out of warranty so I’ll just stick with the I’ve been operating! -
A Convenient Location for the TST TPMS Repeater
Mike and Carol replied to Tom and Doreen's topic in General Discussion
Do the new TST TPMS’s come with a repeater? I bought mine about 9 years ago and there was no repeater and no recommendation to use one. I did upgrade the B&W monitor with the color one when the battery on the B&W unit started to fail a few years ago. Mike -
Changing tires in the wild - lessons learned
Mike and Carol replied to John and Jodi's topic in General Discussion
Wow, glad you were able to resolve with no accident or damage! Thanks for the write up, it’s proof how well the Oliver tows. General thoughts: Use the onboard leveling jacks. We’ve been doing this for years, to include at Discount Tire on a few occasions and at campgrounds to remove wheels. The TST TPMS shows both pressure and temperature of each tire. I keep the monitor on the dash and do a visual check every 15 minutes or so. Whatever TPMS you use, use it and keep a regular watch on tire health. Mike -
A good place to camp the night before you appointment is James M. Robb State Park in Fruita. It’s only about 10 miles from ALCAN making it easy to get to a 7:30 appointment. It’s also just a couple of miles from the entrance to the Colorado Monument, a must see and a great way to spend the day there.
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Made in USA leaf springs
Mike and Carol replied to Mountainman198's topic in Mechanical & Technical Tips
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@Colin are the shirts cotton or a blend?