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Yep - printed materials also came with my 2016 and I've added much more to it over the years. I've also downloaded the online manuals to both my laptop and to a memory stick - just in case. Bill

I've been told that the answer is "yes" to both. But I've not actually observed either in the real world. Bill

Albert - That is a cool hull number and a great time to pick it up. I do think you'll be impressed with the solar on the Ollie unless you are a major consumer of electricity. With your delivery so close - are you coming to the Rally? Attendance would certainly help you prepare even more and would also give you more ideas than you can handle regarding mods that everyone has made to theirs. Hope to see you there! Bill

By the sounds of it - you have already decided on what you want. If I were in your shoes I'd try attacking the issue from a different perspective - how do you intend to use your camper? What I mean by this is if your main usage will be going to commercial camp grounds and possibly the occasional National Park (even though the 27 foot AS could be a bit of a challenge in some of these parks) you will have your decision. On the other hand - if you want ease of travel, ease of getting into and out of more remote places or if you want to camp in chilly weather then that road will lead you in a different direction. If you spend or plan to spend a fair amount of your camping and on the road time actually in your camper then something a bit on the roomy side would be attractive while if being in the out of doors, hiking, fishing and the like is your style then you will go in a different direction. Let these decisions drive the answer to what size and/or design of camper you should look at. Then you will be in a better position to be comfortable with the brand of camper. Good luck! Bill

I do know that both Jason Essary and Rodney Lomax are scheduled to be at the Rally and that both would be interested in discussing repairs and improvements. Unfortunately, it is probably too late to include a "formal" session such as the one you are suggesting for this year's Rally but a PM to Matt Duncan might get it included for next year's Rally. Bill

I sure would have used this information IF it had been available when I purchased my CalMark. I doubt that they would have recommended anything different at the time even for the older covers such as mine. The original warranty on my cover was for 6 years - I'm now into my seventh year and the cover still shows no signs of wearing out. Bill

GJ - Consider it done. See: Torque values for lug nuts Good suggestion! Bill

Note that these plug kits are only meant to plug things like nail, screw, holes and the like in the tread area of tires. If you get a puncture in the sidewall of a tire (i.e. you cut the side of the tire on a curb or a rock) or if there is a good sized cut in the tread, these plug kits will not work. While I've used these kits on tires to get me home, I will take the damaged tire to a tire shop to have a proper "mushroom" type repair done. This requires the bead of the tire to be taken off the rim such that a "plug" that is in the shape of a mushroom can be installed from the inside. Also note that you will need to have an air compressor with you in order to reflate the tire once you have installed the plug. If you have never used a plug kit before it would help to have a little practice. A local tire store might let you practice on a junk tire. Some strength is required - you must first get the "reamming" tool into and out of the hole in the tire and then be able to get the tool with the plug on it into and out of the tire. Bill

Once per year - usually when I take Twist out of winter storage - I simply take the cover down to the local laundromat. This particular one has a couple of very large machines. I don't use too much detergent and on the final rinse I throw in between 5 to 10 oz. of Nikwax TX.Direct Washin Waterproofing (THIS STUFF). Note that my CalMark cover is the older heavier style but I think that at least the washing part would apply to the newer light weight covers too. Bill

Sure - try SOMETHING LIKE THIS Bill

1 - take the four screws that hold the remote panel off and gently remove the panel. There should be a phone style connector in that back of that panel - unplug it and re-plug it in three of four times - and - do the same thing where the other end of the wire goes into the inverter. 2 - Check to make sure that the wires (both ground and positive) going into the inverter are tight. 3 - now re-try the remote switch. If it works you are done. If it doesn't work - do what they said. New remote panels are not all that expensive on Amazon but, hopefully, you don't have to go that route. Bill

Good luck! The diaphragms on those carbs are generally fragile and since most people use regular ethanol gas it just destroys them. You can always try regular carb cleaner but letting that stuff sit long enough to do its job is probably long enough to destroy what's left inside (if anything). Bill

I believe that Mossemi has been down the same road but I do not remember exactly what he did or how he did it. You might want to send him a PM or, hopefully, he will see this and reply here. Good luck! Bill

Flat tire - I carry a "plug" kit that I can get in WalMart. I've always carried one of these kits - with or without the Ollie in tow. Wheel bearing issue - I carry a set of bearings like this: While I could change out the bearings with this set, that is NOT my intent. It is fairly easy to get the drum off the axle and carry that to virtually any gas station or tire shop that has a mechanic. The issue is not doing the job on the side of the road where it could be fairly dangerous, but, getting to a safe place and NOT having to wait for them to order the bearings. Yes, these bearings are fairly standard, but, I don't want to hear, "I'm sorry, we just sold our last set this morning". I've been carrying two of these sets around for the past seven years - just in case. And, before you ask - yes, they are made in China. However, I figure that they will last long enough to get me home where I can do a proper job with good bearings and good grease. Bill

Me too!

The only way I know that you can reduce the size posted would be to use your own photo editing software to reduce the size before you attach the photo to the post. perhaps like this?

I'm confused! At the Rally - do I look for the white Oliver or the white truck or the white legs?😆 Seriously - THAT is one good looking rig. Glad that everything went well and that the weather was good to you - at least until you got home. Hope to meet both of you at the Rally! Bill

And, many smaller towns too. Asheville North Carolina has one as does the even smaller Hendersonville, North Carolina. Neither of these are "large" by any means. Possibly try a welding shop or fabrication/machine shop. Even if they don't have it they can probably tell you where to get it. Good luck! Bill

If you can afford replacing your Ollie out of your own pocket and/or you enjoy taking the risk, then, you certainly can cancel your "collision insurance". But, in today's world I trust that you would not consider cancelling your liability insurance on the Oliver. Bill

I too got business cards a few years ago - unfortunately without the hull #. Vista Print had them for $10/100 at the time but now I see that the lowest cost ones they offer are $16.50/100 (HERE). There may be less expensive offers out there and certainly shopping local helps the little guy.🙂 Bill

I don't know for certain but I suspect that the only additional information will be handed out at registration. For any first timers out there - consider bringing: 1 - camera - to take pictures of the park, other Olivers and the mods that have been done to them and other people, dogs and critters 2 - note book - to make notes of names, addresses, locations, mod instructions, vendor details and presentation notes. 3 - good walking and/or hiking shoes - there are a number of hiking trails in the park. 4 - bathing suit if you like getting in the water - it will probably still be a bit cool this time of year but there is a nice beach by the lake 5 - bicycle(s) - Except for the Lodge virtually all other venues are within walking distance of the campground. However, if you prefer, there is also plenty of parking space near the beach pavilion and the vendor areas 6 - plan on driving VERY carefully if you are out after dark - the park is FULL of critters 7 - canoe or kayak - there is the beach mentioned above and there is plenty of dock space. AND, certainly there is plenty of water. 8 - any groceries and/or beverages that you think you will need for the stay. There is a camp store with limited stock and there are grocery stores in town (also an Ace Hardware) but it is a fair drive to town from the campground. 9 - golf clubs and/or tennis racquets if that is your thing. 10 - a big heart and smile for the great sunsets best viewed from the Lodge deck or right down by the water 11 - casual clothing is acceptable virtually anywhere in the area but be sure to have a sweater/jacket handy 12 - even if you have one of those fancy "automatic" awnings be sure to reel it in before you leave camp for virtually any reason. A couple of Oliver owners found out this lesson the hard way when a very sudden storm and wind hit the campground. Note that the Lodge sits at the top of a fairly steep hill. Most campers will want to drive up there for any activities scheduled in the Lodge. Be sure to allow yourself plenty of time to get up there , find parking and get into the Lodge. In years past presentations have been held in the ballroom which is located at the back right hand side. Bill

And, hopefully that is way before deer season starts!🙄

Foy & Mirna - As usual your "stuff" is absolutely beautiful. Certainly the wood you use is very nice in and of itself. But, how you treat it really brings out its best qualities. Bill

Exactly. The only downside that I have thought of with these caps is that a person with ill intent could always fairly easily get those rubber plugs out. But - given the other things that this kind of person could mess with I'm not at all worried. Bill

Deb & Wink - It looks like you will have good weather for your delivery. A front is moving through today into tomorrow (Monday into Tuesday) that might cause some brief heavy weather but after it is through the temps will be in the low to mid 70's and plenty of sun. If you stop at Steve's site during the rally remember that Steve is the old one, Tali is the nice one and Reacher is the large four legged one!😁 Ask for a tour of the interior in that it is one of the few with bed risers and Steve has switches for the switches! Hope to see you there! Bill p.s. a warm welcome to the Family too!