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Sorry to hear that you are going to sell her! However, I sure could use that Ollie garage! Bill

Normally the delivery team DOES have the fridge operating and it is cold upon delivery. Bill

I'd echo what Mike says. However, make absolutely sure that each time you go by her you say hello. New Ollies are particularly sensitive to those that don't "care"!😊 Bill

To be fair - my sleeping bag system is actually a four part affair. I start with a regular twin size mattress pad/cover. It is "form fit" by using those stretch tightening clips (like THESE). I then place a bottom sheet (custom fit by my wife) over the mattress pad. Then comes the rectangular sleeping bag - more room for the feet versus the mummy style bags. Finally I add a light weight sleeping bag liner like THIS. Not only are these liners very soft but they can easily be taken to the laundromat with the rest of the dirty stuff. In turn, this keeps the regular sleeping bag clean and the liner can be used on top of the regular bag when it is hot, inside the regular bag with the regular bag open when it is "normal" temperatures and everything totally zip together when I'm at altitude with the water freezing! It certainly works for me. Bill

SB401 - Any chance of a pic of that camera on the spare tire cover? Bill

There's something just not right about that picture 🤔. However, with the dry conditions in the Western part of the US - snow is a good thing. Real Spring will be here before you know it! Bill

I've always simply used a sleeping bag. If its hot - lay on top, if its cold - I bury myself deep inside. Making the bed is simple - the hardest part is getting the pillow "fluffed".😁 Bill

Happy first day of Spring 😍! Let the real camping season begin and the Owners Rally is just around the corner - yea! Bill

Nor is it mine!! 😊

In addition to John's suggestion above, you would be well served to keep an eye on the classified section on this Forum for used trailers. Rumor has it that there will be a nice 2016 that will be placed for sale sometime over the next two months. Be prepared to move quickly on any Ollie that you see that meets your qualifications. Good luck! Bill

WOW! I suspect one too many zeros.

Send your picture to Matt Duncan at Oliver and he just might grant you your wish! Bill

THAT brings back memories of waterskiing from Raritan Bay to Upper Bay! We'd actually look for the tug boats so that we could jump their wakes! Unfortunately, all this was before anyone thought about cleaning up ALL of the waste water that was being dumped into the waters surrounding the entire area. No wonder I now look like I do!🤪

Virtually any late model 1/2 ton will do the job if properly equipped with towing package. However, you will need to watch the 1/2 ton's payload capacity very closely and you should use the Andersen weight distribution hitch. The 3/4 ton will generally not be a sensitive to the payload issue. The Ford you mention will get you between 11 and 12 mpg towing the Elite II while getting over 20 mpg when not towing at interstate speeds (65mph). The 1/2 ton is generally easier to live with when you are not towing (i.e. it is smaller). The 3/4 ton is easier to tow with particularly if you get a diesel since you will have an engine brake. I can't speak for the diesel since I've never owned one. Good luck with your decision! Bill

Gap - Have you tried a small nail set on that ball at the end of the zerk? You should not need to hit it hard - but - what have you got to loose? Bill

OK - consider yourself "consoled"😁. It would appear that your choices are to either take your chances on getting the "new" equipment or to delay your delivery/production date so as to insure you get the "new" stuff. Not a great set of choices in my opinion. I live in Western NC and have done a fair amount of camping with the Ollie here. However, the most telling experience I've ever had was camping in Colorado a couple of years ago and my campsite was under some lodgepole pines - reasonably shaded. Add to this 4 solid days of rain! My batteries never fell below 87% full! Mind you that I was solo camping and I'm fairly frugal with electric usage. My solar setup is 4 regular lead acid batteries and just the rooftop array of solar from Oliver. Bill

Actually, I should have said to use the tape to stick some blue paper shop towels around that window. I'm not sure just how the tape alone would show a water leak!🤪 Bill

If you are at all "handy", have the time and want to save a bit of coin HERE is a YouTube video that shows you how to make your own version of Andersen Levelers. Bill

Sure - I like spending your money and I've already got enough different kinds of paint prep things in my garage 😅. Seriously, it sure would be nice if this works well. Bill

Just thought of another potential place to check - the door window! Some blue painter's tape around that window and a garden hose should let you know it that is OK or not. Bill

The "proper" configuration for those valves should be shown in a drawing that is included in your delivery instructions. In addition - many (if not all) Ollies have a diagram of these proper positions taped under the street side bed so that they can be referred to while making adjustments. If your particular Ollie doesn't have this drawing then I'd suggest a copy be made and taped in that location. Bill

In that case - assuming that the TV spare tire is not shown on the original setup - I'd buy two more sensors. 4 for the road tires of the Ollie, 1 for the Ollie spare tire and 1 for the TV spare tire. Bill

I believe that your understanding of lack of charge from the 7 pin is correct. Without a DC/DC charger you would probably burn up your TV alternator if 7 pin charging was allowed. I also believe that dependent on your actual electricity usage, you will be favorably surprised as to how much you can count on those solar panels to keep up the batteries. Bill

I received both and carry both forms of all these manuals with me while on the road (if I can't sleep these are sure to do it for me 😁). In addition - with the hard copies I keep assorted other articles and notes (such as torque values, maintenance charts, how to articles, etc.) just in case. One of the "secret" areas is a great place to keep these papers . Bill

Yep, my 2016 is still good too. I assume that you've checked the door fasteners and latch for tightness. Other than that - does the weather stripping look to be in good shape? Is there any sign of the door being out of alignment? Bill