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Richard - I've actually got two of the Garmin GPS devices with the latest being the 890. These are in addition to GPS being in each of our vehicles as they came from the factory and a cellphone GPS. Out of all of the above I prefer and rely on the 890 the most. Yes, I still carry and refer to paper maps but for "on the fly" directions plus all of the additional information that this unit provides, I find it hard to believe that I'll ever be without one in the future. On this Forum some time ago, I detailed a situation where my Garmin GPS was telling me to "take the next exit" and I thought that I knew better. About a half mile further down the road the traffic came to a stop and it was then that I realized what the Garmin was trying to tell me. As you mention, the 890 includes several "apps" that I've also used to find campgrounds, places to eat and things to do all of which can be used without cell service. I HIGHLY recommend both Garmin and the 890. Bill

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Do it once for the winter and forget it. I believe that This supply line for what would have been the regular toilet gets its water from the main supply just like all other lines in the Ollie as Rivernerd pointed out. Bill

Nice place you're living in. And, there sure is some pretty country out there. Welcome to Oliver! If there is anything that we can do to help you - just let us know. Bill

I don't have the composter, but, if I did, I'd do what you are suggesting the first time I winterized and then forget about it. My reasoning is that even though this line should be empty, you don't know if someone along the line has put water in there for some reason. Bill

Ask Monica?

Sure I tried it - but - I never inhaled! 😁 Bill

Glad you got you "odor" situation under control You do know that dawg claws and leather are not a good combination? Bill

Can you tell us where you got the switch - Amazon? Bill

I've got nothing for you on days 1 & 2 but for day three you might look into the Rock Springs Sweetwater Events Complex for overnight camping. If interested, call or email them prior to leaving to make sure that the first come first served camping area is available for the night(s) you will be there since sometimes a particular event will take most if not all the spaces. Also, if you like donuts as much as I do - don't miss Cowboy Donuts in Rock Springs. Its easy to get to off the Interstate and there is plenty of easy RV parking there. Bill

Don't know how much you need, how thick your edge is or how visible it is, but, something like THIS might work. Bill

Bill - From my experience with the Ford 3.5 liter twin turbo and from THIS up to date review of actual MPG, you might be a bit optimistic on what gas mileage you will receive. With my Ford I get right at 22mpg when doing 65 mph on the interstate not towing. When towing my Ollie I get between 11 and 13 mpg averaging out in the low 12's. Certainly the Tundra in the sighted review is still new/not broken in, but, I don't think that the mpg will change more than 1 gallon at the most. However, I really do hope that I'm wrong about this because I've got my eye on a 1794. Bill

With the looks of what you already have plus what looks to be fairly level ground slope on the exterior - if you have "set back" room it might just be easier (and not that much more money) to construct either a garage addition or an "awning" plus parking pad on the side of the existing structure. But, I'm guessing that you have already considered that option which may be against HOA or local rules. Bill

Obviously I was a bit confused on this gas tank issue. It appears that Toyota has reduced the size of the tank from 38 gallons in the previous Tundras down to 32.2 gallons in the 2022. Bill

That's great - thanks! Bill

I too am interested in the new Tundra. But, I viewed a Youtube vid this morning (I can't seem to find it right now though) that mentioned a couple of things that are at least of some concern. I don't think that you can get a large gas tank in it. There is no "assist" of any kind for getting in the bed of the truck - neither tailgate steps nor steps around the sides (anywhere). Both GM and Ford have variations of these and while I still have no difficulty getting into the bed, I've found that the tailgate step on my F-150 makes it easier particularly when carrying something. I agree with you that it appears that the upgraded engine is the way to go and I've also heard that these will not be available until mid to late Spring. There doesn't appear to be anything "wrong" with the base v6 but it does seem to be any better (or worse) than either the Ford or GM products. If I can locate the vid I saw this morning I'll come back and post it for you. Bill FOUND IT! Tundra Review

I believe that the article I referenced mentions that only the gassers are being talked about. However, the engine designations are cited in my post. Since I'm not intimate with these GM products I can not tell you for certain that all of them are gasoline engines. If I was considering a GM truck I'd be sure to ask. Good luck! Bill

Looks great! How were the biting bugs this time of year?

Be safe on the road both coming and going. After a spell of warm, dry weather it looks like it will be a bit damp and more seasonal for temps next week. However, I don't believe that there is anything "bad" (such as snow or heavy rain ) forecast at this point. Bill

Sure does look nice - inside and out. Now you know why it is so hard to explain to anyone who has not had the chance to work with the Oliver Company what it's like. Glad that you had a great time and I look forward to hearing even more about your Ollie as the years go by. Bill

Ghost - Hopefully one or more of the LE owners will chime in here shortly. I'm not exactly sure how tall SeaDawg's husband is but even though I don't think he is much over 6' I'm sure that they could give you some good advice. When I was first looking at molded fiberglass campers I looked at a Casita and while they are certainly much different than an Oliver I think that you might be able to get a hint of an answer by taking a look at one of them. Obviously this is not the same as looking at an Elite I but ..... Bill

For the most part - what gets wet depends a bit on how you tend to shower. If you sit on the toilet while taking a shower then most of that area will get wet. If you stand the whole time and are reasonably tall (5'9" to 6'1") then very little of the toilet will get wet. The later is my case and it takes me less than two minutes to squeegee and wipe down the shower when I'm done. No water gets past the door - assuming that I've got it closed 😃. If you do not plan to use the shower very often then I would suggest not getting the curtain. Obviously, if you change your mind in the future, this is a fairly simple item to have installed after the fact. Bill

The answer to your question depends on so many variables that it is almost impossible to answer. Assuming that you have an inverter that is capable of running this compressor, have the room for it, and it has the capacity to inflate or blow out all of the things you have in mind then the only other questions that remain are what level of risk are you willing to accept. If you are only traveling a few hundred miles, are planning on being near "services" (places where you can either get roadside assistance or other help), your running gear is in top form (i.e. tires are fairly new with good tread and are in good shape), will not be venturing on questionable roads or non-roads and have plenty of time to be left stranded on the side of the road, then don't take it. No matter where I go I always have three sources of air with me - a small 12 volt air compressor (110 PSI), a can of compressed air (used mainly for blowing dust/dirt out of places, and a can of tire repair gunk to be used in case my tire repair kit will not work for repairing a puncture. I've never taken my "portable" shop compressor since it is too heavy, too big, and unnecessary given the other stuff listed above. Bill

Instead of replacing with "rubber" material, I purchased cedar closet lining at Lowes, used the black mats as a pattern. Bill

Yeah! Once again I'm among the "lucky ones" - my Ollie batteries are now into year 7 and my lone remaining motorcycle battery is on year 11.😉 In the interest of full disclosure though - both have always been religiously maintained and on chargers when not on the road. Bill