Mike and Carol

We got one of these right after our pick up trip in 2016 because someone leaned against the fridge and turned it off. A few years later, I called Charlie and told him I was giving a presentation about modifications at our Oliver rally and he sent me some that I could hand out at Lake Guntersville. That was before COVID, so probably 2019. Glad to see they are still available. Mike

Welcome to the group and congrats on the new Ollie! Look forward to meeting you out there somewhere! Mike

The Cabela’s campground in Sidney is a convenient stopping spot! Easy walk over to Cabela’s too.

Your picture is exactly what we’ve got. I’ve replaced both the back flow and the pressure restrictor. I’ve thought about removing the restrictor, too. It’s not causing low pressure now, but if it does….

Yes, they do. I had to replace mine a few years ago when it wouldn’t let water pass. It was right next to the back flow valve in the back of the basement like yours.

Rifle State Park is nice too. There’s a smaller state park near the falls, looked quiet and peaceful.

I’ve noticed too.

Lost Mine trail was our favorite!

Welcome! It will be worth the wait. What a nice part of TN you live in! Mike

We like Panther Creek too.

Welcome to the group and great picture! Mike

This new travel trailer from Evotrex has some interesting features. All electric. I’m sure nobody will be shy with their opinions! Evotrex Mike

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We also camped at Crawford SP. It’s nice to see the Canyon from both sides. We camped in the NP campground for a much more in depth tour of the other side. Mike

Look forward to more updates! This will be my next upgrade, I know someone local who has recent experience with an Oliver installation! 😉

Great pictures, they all bring back good memories. We’re the opposite, we lived and worked in Europe 12 years (France, Belgium and Germany) and traveled extensively from Scandinavia to Greece and areas in between. Our goal was to retire and see the USA, especially as many National Parks and Monuments as possible. Mike

if I was to sell today I would ask what I paid for my trailer 10 years ago. That’s half of what a new trailer sells for today.

That’s a frame worthy shot!

I also agree with Steve on this. Oliver used to be flexible with build modifications. Even in 2015 when we ordered and our trailer was started it was possible to negotiate modifications to their normal build. A year or so later that stopped and they started standardizing their assembly line, then bundled individual options into packages, etc., even to the point now where there is a standard graphics color. It makes economic sense for them. Best bet for a stripped down model is to do what John did and get a “vintage” trailer and take out all the worn out, outdated things and start over. Mike

For 10 years we usually had 3 months or less between trips. This year has been different, also family health issues (not us!) and grandkids are keeping us close to home. Our last real camping was last October. I’ve got car seats and a wheel chair in the trunk of my car, kind of explains where we’re at. We did make a quick trip to Hohenwald in March for a maintenance item, not really a camping trip. Mike

We stayed at James Robb SP in Fruita. It’s close to ALCAN. It’s also just a couple of miles from the entrance to the Colorado Monument, a must see if you have time (plan on at least a half day). We’ve stayed at Robb SP several times, always nice. We’ve also camped at Rifle Gap SP several times, also very nice but not very convenient for going to ALCAN. We had a nice breakfast at Dream Cafe in Grand Junction. Good food and service. There’s a Bass Pro Shop nearby if you want to kill some time while waiting. Mike

We got 14” in one day. We’re soggy but okay. Stranded at home due to road closures for a day and a half. Our daughter in Boerne was stranded at the city library most of the day only a mile from her house due to flooded roads. Still some high water areas and road closures but it is getting better. The Guadalupe River is at an all time high affecting the same folks in Kerrville that suffered last years flood. I haven’t been by the state park, I’m sure it’s closed for now. Thanks for asking! Mike

Hopefully her brake issue is fixed for good!

We live less than 10 miles from Guadalupe River SP. Mike

Never thought it would last this long! Since we’re not able to travel for a while it’s inspiring to see everyone else contribute with really interesting places to keep it going. I had our Oliver in the driveway last weekend for some maintenance and at one point I just sat at the dinette and thought we’ve got to get on the road soon! Mike