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If you go to Ollie Modifications under the main Forums tab in the blue banner at the top of the page, you will find all kinds of modifications that owners have done to their Olivers over the years. Some of these mods are inexpensive and simple while others are involved and can be expensive. Also, if you attend the annual Owner's Rally there are multiple chances to view some really interesting Olivers. There's even one where the interior décor gets changed numerous times a year (Foy & Mirna). Make it your own!

The first time my wife and I went to Valley of Fire we were stopped at the entrance gate for about an hour. The "problem" was that the Park was being use to shoot a low budget film involving a race/chase scene on the fairly long straight road that starts right at the entrance. A McLaren , a Ferrari and a Porsche (whale tail) were chasing each other at speed basically starting at the entrance. The sound! The speed! The scenery! Sure did make that Park even more special. Bill

Don't forget the one on the street side exterior.

One of the "issues" with the Camco door handles ( like THIS one ) is that people/guests that are not familiar with how light weight the construction of the screen door is tend to want to place too much weight on that handle versus using the ones built into the Oliver. Of course, the Camco handle gives you much more room to grab it in the event a sudden wind gust catches the door. Bill

On the other hand - You might want to consider purchasing 6 sensors: 4 for the Ollie 1 for your spare tire in the tow vehicle 1 spare - just in case. That one for the spare will help as in most cases checking the air pressure in the spare is a real pain. Bill

Nope.

Kirk - If I were in your shoes, before I spent a bunch of time, trouble and money switching from one solar controller to another (interior) I'd study the differences between these two types of technology. From what I've read, the differences are very small - in the real world - and would take considerable time to recoup any real difference in performance. The reason Oliver switched from using MPPT controllers had more to do with simplicity for the user/owner than it did with anything else. Bill

I'd bet a bunch that a WDH is REQUIRED by Ford for towing anything that has a tongue weight of any Oliver Elite II. And, given that Ford requires it you risk not only your Ford warranty if you decide to disregard this requirement but you also risk untold liability if you are involved in a mishap regardless of who is at fault. Bill

The exterior solar port that Oliver installs does NOT run through the Zamp solar controller. This exterior port connects directly to the batteries and, therefore, any portable panels must have a charge controller of their own.

Partially the answer to your question depends on how long your arms are. I'm six feet tall with average length arms and I've been able to perform this type of maintenance from a ladder by securing the ladder firmly to the Ollie and simply leaning over the roof while my feet are still on the ladder. Is that comfortable - no. Does it get the job done - yes. For more extensive operations (i.e. removing the MaxAir for instance) I'd crawl onto the roof. But for routine maintenance and waxing, I prefer to stay on the ladder. Bill

You'll know to place the valve in the "other" position when your feet get wet.😁

Yes.

Actually, you are probably familiar with this "process" if you have ever bought a new car, truck or motorcycle. You are cautioned to drive "carefully" for the first 500 miles or so - try to not apply too much pressure to the brakes (i.e. stop too hard) or "drag" the brakes by keeping your foot on the brake pedal for too long. Basically - drive it like you're breaking it in versus driving it like you stole it.😇 This "process" allows the brake shoes to conform themselves to the brake drum. This same process happens with disk brakes but disk brakes are not quite as sensitive to this process. Bill

You need to do nothing more than you would do at home. No floor insulation needed but (as at home) be careful getting any heater near any combustible material. I always place my portable heater (either electric or propane) either right inside or right outside the bathroom door. Bill

Skinny P - Look at the time you have to buy even more "stuff" for that new Ollie! 😁 Just let us know what you are thinking and we will be more than happy to spend your $$$$. The wait will be over before you know it. Between now and then watch as many Oliver University vids as you can stand and read a bunch too. Pay particular attention to delivery day so that you are prepared. And, plan at least a couple of those trips! Bill

On my 2016 Elite II the width (from the rear of the camper towards the front of the camper) right inside the outside basement door is - 35 1/2 inches. The width then narrows down to 26 inches. Note that these are the "maximum" measurements - due to the slope/curve of the hull, these measurements are a touch shorter when measured right at the floor level. Hopes this helps! Bill p.s. also not that the outside basement door opening as measured from the interior is 15 3/4 to 16 inches wide by 13 inches high.

There are also sites where you can have them alert you to "open" sites. I've used Wanderinglabs.com twice with positive results both times even though the campground that I was trying to reserve was originally booked solid. Good luck! Bill note - Wanderinglabs.com does not make a reservation for you but only alerts you that a campsite has become available. You still have to call or go online to make the actual reservation yourself. I assume that the similar sites work in a like manner.

I've got a small "cube" ceramic heater for when I'm on shore power. There are a number of owners that have a small Vornado but the ceramic heater is even smaller but is still 1500 watts - more than enough to nicely heat up the Oliver. Bill

Because of the slope of the top of the heater housing and to get the most heat on the bottom of the fan - note how I attached the fan to the "grill" on the front of the heater with the rear of the fan resting on the top of the heater housing. It works great in this position and does not vibrate off the top of the heater. Bill

When I bought my Oliver that interior door was not an option nor did I even think about it. The things that I store in the basement in that area under the nightstand and over towards the curbside are rarely needed (i.e. extra length of water hose, extra lego blocks, extra electric cord, etc.). So, after seven years I really don't miss not having that door. Having said this - a couple of owners that do have that door use it for storing extra shoes. Fairly expensive for that purpose, but, certainly useful. Bill

Frank - Any issues with using the Plexus? Did you have any remaining and if so how long did it last before any of it went "bad".

And - how/what did you use to put them back in place? Bill

None that I've ever heard of. Bill

And a nice handle too. Makes my 6x6 pine look a bit pedestrian! Way to go! Bill

Got a handle on that block - yet? I really like free! Also, if you throw a coat of poly on them they will not get as dirty and will not absorb water either. Bill