Mike and Carol

The answer is that you can run a space heater while on shore power. We have many hundreds of hours with our small Vornado space heater. It has three settings, the upper setting is 1500W. We can only run it at that setting if there is no other 110v draw. If we make coffee we either turn the heater off, or down to low or I have to reset the breaker. I’ve never had it pop the GFI. I would start there as previously suggested. I’ve replaced our GFI once, they do go bad. Mike

I agree with John on this. I routinely lift the back of my truck with the trailer jack. Not far, maybe an inch at most after the truck goes to normal level. Usually, just until the chains have some slack. It can’t be much weight. I’ve found the key to easy hook up is to get the truck and trailer aligned. Mike

We are disappointed that the rally will not happen in May, for good reason. On the bright side, we’ll have a chance to experience northern Alabama in the early fall. Might have the beginnings of foliage change. Also, might get some even newer owners who take delivery this summer.

Wait just a minute...., I resemble that remark! 🤣

As far as camping during this crisis I agree 100% that those that can should camp! We just got back from a trip and we’re already working an alternative trip this spring. Cancer and other chronic diseases don’t have the spike in cases that COVID-19 has had in other countries, such as China, Italy and others. We also spend millions of dollars on those diseases, cancer, heart disease, etc. The federal and state governments are trying to prevent a similar spike that we see elsewhere. If we could get people to stop drinking and driving vehicle deaths would be reduced. I agree the social media and news media are making this worse and taking advantage.

I disagree. Postponing the rally is about keeping people safe and well. In fact, there might be a monetary loss in doing so. Keeping production going keeps people in their jobs with income and provides products to people who want the Oliver product. I have confidence that the Oliver leadership team is making wise decisions not just trying to chase a dollar.

Shutting down production is a business decision for Oliver with significant consequences. Postponing the rally results in some inconveniences and disappointment. Two different categories. I don’t think they should shut down production as long as there isn’t a virus outbreak manifested in the region. Postponing the rally was prudent and should help “flatten the curve”.

Prudent decision. I notice on other forums that other rally’s are being canceled or postponed too. I’m sure Alabama the end of September will be nice. Mike

I thought the gallon freezer bags were clear....

Plus a rubber band to keep it in place! 😜

Liv, let me add to the welcomes. I hope you’re able to discover a lot! Mike

There are a number of owners towing with an SUV. The ones with the Audi Q7 and VW Touareg tow without the Andersen because the manufacturer says don’t use a WDH. There are also half ton truck owners towing without the Andersen. I would check to see how your suspension handles the tongue weight when you set the trailer on your hitch. The Andersen can correct any excess dip you may have. Airbags work too. I’ve not towed without the Andersen. I got it for my first truck, a Tacoma, then just kept using it on my two Rams. Mike

This is Lost Dutchman State Park outside of Phoenix this past January. It’s a big park and very scenic. There were a number of Olivers there in January, including the crazy Oliver owners in the middle picture.

I’ve had the front off of the bathroom vanity a couple of times. Four screws. Just pry off the covers, unscrew and break the caulking. What’s in there is what you would expect, hot and cold fresh water lines, HVAC ducting, black vent pipe and electrical connections for the water pump. If you add urine to your gray water tank is it still a gray water tank? Or does it become black? If you have urine in your gray tank and your traps go dry is there a sanitary issue since it’s a direct connection with your sinks and shower? If you have urine in your gray tank and forget to close the gate while traveling and have a back up in the shower pan, would that be acceptable? Also, is the plastic that forms the black tank rated for drinkable fresh water? How do you fill the “black” tank with fresh water, through the black tank flush port? These are questions that popped into my head as I read through this thread again.

Nope, not canceling any plans. We just returned today from the Texas gulf coast. The state park was full. Not sure if we’ll camp before the rally. If we do and the virus is real bad we might just go somewhere remote.

We’ve been carrying them around for years hoping to never need them. So far, so good! It’s better to have them and not need them than to be stuck with the hand crank... Mike

That’s a good idea. We keep the bathroom door open as much as possible, especially during cold weather.

Yes, it stays on. We’ve been through some pretty gusty winds in west Texas. It has a drawstring and a Velcro strap below that.

Congratulations on your adoption! Our #135 is our first RV too. After four years and 50K miles we feel like we’re pretty seasoned. You will too. See you at the rally! Mike

Congratulations!! We’ll see you at the rally! Mike

Ditto. It sounds like it was a terrible storm and I hope none of our Hohenwald friends were affected by the losses. Mike

It’s not that difficult. I did it with no instructions, just paid attention to how it fits together as I took it apart. If I had not chopped up a bunch of beetles with I would not have needed to remove it.

John, nice write up. I wish I had this when I removed my fan! Mike

I found them on Amazon. There are several different sizes. Click on the 5.5” size and then you’ll have a choice to select the 6”. They are pricey, about $30 each on Amazon. Since I am always using legos and wooden blocks I’m not sure what these would do for me. Maybe provide a better grip on the wood blocks and look cool?

Nice job on the graphics! It’s an Oliver but it’s YOUR Oliver! Mike