John Dorrer
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Lithium batteries are the way to go. I spent 8 years in a truck camper with 2-12 volt AGM's and a 12v compressor fridge. I got 4.5 years out of the batteries before replacement. We also had only 100w solar on the roof, with an 80w portable panel and eventually a Honda 2200i. We did replace the 100w panel for 2-100w Zamp panel for the last 3 years, before purchasing the Oliver. Most of our camping was deep in the back country, so no Hook-ups. I can say this, we never got lower than 12.2. We managed our system very well. At night to save we used battery powered lights to see. It is so much better not having to be on "Battery Watch"
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Never discharge below 50%. 12.3 is a safe bottom number. It only takes one time to go below 50% to damage AGM batteries. They aren't forgiving. It doesn't mean they are toast. Fully charged then, remove them from the trailer and take them to a place that can conduct a load test. You have a lot of things going, fridge, furnace, inverter, television, and additional draws not mentioned. It doesn't take much for the deep dive.
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Decals are starting to come off. How to remove?
John Dorrer replied to Teaney Hull 292's topic in General Discussion
As others stated, slowly, hair dryer, and plastic razor blades. I have no experience with using Goo Gone in the process. -
Awesome Advise👍
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JD on the website as noted. You need to make your camping reservation first. Sometime in the next 30+/- days Oliver will post on the website for people to register with Oliver for the Rally and pay the fee. You have get your campsite first.
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I drain my fresh tank to 0. On the flip side the max reading is 88% full and that is after 30 seconds of water pouring out of the overflow valve. My gray tank shows 13% after draining. If there is slope at the dump I have gotten it down to 0. As far as the fresh, I just add 12 to the fresh tank readout.
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Connecting 2024 trailer Vizio tv to Furion sound system
John Dorrer replied to Beth H's topic in Mechanical & Technical Tips
High highly recommend you reach out to Oliver and be able to be in the trailer so they can walk you through the steps. You can then share with Oliver exact steps you have been following and see where the disconnect is😊 -
Thank You. Learn something new everyday.👍
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What year trailer? Could you fix your signature. Thanks
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Every furnace on an Oliver is located under the curb side bed at the rear of the trailer. I've never heard of an Oliver furnace located elsewhere. Could you provide more information. Thanks
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Steve and Deb Try to Stay Warm - January 15 - February ?
John Dorrer replied to Steve Morris's topic in General Discussion
Not so much that it is a snowman, but that it is a snowman in Florida with Florida snow🤣 -
Looking forward to seeing yours😊
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What makes you think it isn't happening elsewhere? A recall involving Oliver would be addressed to Oliver only. If it involved say AS, they would get there own recall notice. This is a Truma issue. I don't believe there is any difference between what went on an Oliver or what went on an AS.
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Welcome and happy Camping, Hull #1045, Jolli Olli.
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Furrion DVD/stereo remote - upgrade!
John Dorrer replied to Galileo's topic in Mechanical & Technical Tips
Never had an issue with either Furion or Vizio in our Oliver. -
You are correct on $$. We like to throw them in on trips so we can do laundry. Much rather drop stuff at the laundry and head to the pool. No desire to sit in a Laundromat 🙃. If we want to spend time in a city, many KOA's are closer. We don't really like regular RV Parks. In 15 years we have stayed at maybe 3. Angle Fire RV Resort (Angle Fire, NM) was a treat, but expensive. It is nice being pampered and we will be back. We will definitely go back.
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Steve and Deb Try to Stay Warm - January 15 - February ?
John Dorrer replied to Steve Morris's topic in General Discussion