Mike and Carol

Water pressure will vary by campground. We’ve been to campgrounds that require a water regulator and had bucket full of basic regulators for those who didn’t have one. I carry two, one with a gauge that is adjustable and one that has no gauge and regulates to 50 psi. Once, we had one with a regulator that froze overnight (I didn’t think it would get THAT cold!) and we were happy to have a backup. The basic ones are not expensive. Mike

We’ll be in AZ this month and will check the welcome center for this.

First thing I would do is to open the dinette seat and give a push on the silver cylinder on top of the valve. Can you push it down (this is after closing with the cable)? If you can, then a simple cable adjustment may be all that is needed. There’s a set screw on top that holds the cable in, it may have slipped over time (mine did). I’ve adjusted it a couple of times over the years. Also, you could have some black water debris that is stuck in the bottom of the slot where the blade rests when closed. I also had that happen and after taking it out and cleaning it all was well. Mike

Welcome to the group! Glad you’re able to get on the road so fast, you’ll find it so easy to tow with your “Beast”! Mike

Agree, their phone support is excellent.

Thanks, Pete. I’ll wind my way through your blog posts tomorrow! Mike

Merry Christmas and Happy Camping in 2025!

I got tired of messing with them last year and, like others, took all four hubs and caps off. Looks fine and now I don’t have to deal with them anymore. Mike

Welcome, Gary and Anita and congratulations on your “new” Oliver! We will miss Duke and Chris but are glad to have you on board. Mike

I put a pair in my cart….

Yes, many times, with and without our Oliver. We often camp at Ridgway State Park just north of Ouray. Our son and family live in Durango which is south of Ouray on highway 550 (million dollar highway). The stretch between Ouray and Silverton is what scares a lot of folks but if driven with care it can be a very scenic drive. Mike

Ken, why didn’t I think of that? I’ve got enough leftover for the floor too! I just need to remember where I put my lava lamp….

We’ve had our Clam for a number of years and don’t use it in warm/hot weather. The screen is so fine that it blocks any breeze. We do use it in the winter and during cool and cold weather. When it’s really cold we attach the sides and the propane fire pit in the middle keeps things toasty. Mike

Nice video. We’ve been up and down Hwy550 between Ouray and Silverton many times with the trailer, so this should fun. Oatman looks to have the same vibe as Tombstone AZ. Mike

If there’s a girl, my lord, in a flat bed ford slowin’ down to look at me, I’m sure Carol will handle it! I’ll just take it easy. 🤣

I definitely want a picture of me/us standing on a corner in Winslow Arizona, such a fine sight to see!

Coy is coming through San Antonio in January with Steve and Tali on their way to Q. We’re meeting them for dinner with Pete while they are here and I plan on picking Coy’s brain on his trip along Route 66. Thanks for reminding me about Jason’s post, I’d forgotten about it. Mike

I’m starting to think about and plan a Route 66 trip. Does anyone have Route 66 experience or have any advice? We’ve done a lot of I-40 but never took the time to deviate on to the old highway where it still exists. Any recommendations for maps/guides? Mike

Congrats and welcome to the group. Look forward to meeting you at a rally!

under 100 degrees

Anita was our sales person in 2015.

Is this for real?

I’m not. I sold the Andersen Hitch 4 years ago when I got the 2500. I used the Andersen for almost 5 years with the half tons. Mike

I have the Husky from Home Depot. Nice size and thickness. It’s usually on sale around Christmas.

I learned it from a Casita owner….