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Yes. I had repacked the bearings on the RV below just prior to this trip of 5,000 miles. I was headed east on I-70 just outside of Hays, KS and two young guys drove by telling me to pull over - the passenger side bearings had totally come apart and the whole thing was just about to catch fire. The up side of this was that I got to spend the weekend in Hays and when I got home I immediately purchased a TPMS. Between the tow and the replacing of the bearings it "only" cost me $650 and that was after AAA gave me $75 towards the tow. (Note where the spindle is relative to the hub)

Nothing like taking the long road "home". I'm a bit envious. Bill

One of the issues with shedding is getting fur (or hair) on the "sail switch" in the furnace. Besides using JD's advice above regarding filters, a small can of compressed air could come in handy for blowing off the switch. Bill

I did the same with taking one into NAPA - no issues at all. While you're at it, buy a couple of extras just in case one of them gets plugged. Bill

Weird - A couple of years ago I was having "issues" with the remote display. Like you, Progressive sent me a new remote display. Before receiving it (shipment only took a few days) I found that the negative cable wasn't tight on the protector. I tightened that but didn't test it before installing the new display. In any case - I've not had a problem since. Good luck. Bill

A big welcome to the family! Indeed, you two are very lucky (sorry that I can't say the same for the person with the health issue). Take your time with your new baby and it will treat you well. You have many adventures ahead. Bill

Steve & Ann - I didn't get the street side awning. I really don't camp very much in places where it is really hot (desert SW for instance) and where I do camp without much shade I'm usually at altitude. In addition, I really don't even use the curbside awning very much since I'm out all day either fishing or hiking. I see that you have Hank. If he is going to be with you and if you are going to be leaving him in the Ollie while you are out, those awnings do help to keep the interior cooler versus what it would be without the awnings. Also, if you generally camp in "normal", organized campgrounds then there will be those times that either due to the sun's direction or the kind of site you are in, the street side awning just might come in handy. Bottom line - for me - I'm glad I didn't spend that money to get it. Bill

Yes, Actually there have been several but I think one of the more complete and/or recent was from John Davies. Search his posts. Bill edit - try THIS for starters

If you live near even a small town (8,000 people) there is probably a sheet metal shop near you. Simply take measurements, make a rough drawing of what you want and take it to them. You don't need "handy", you don't need talent and you don't need equipment - all you need is money. 😃 Bill

Something like this: Or how about this: As you can tell - I'm not a graphic designer and maybe a nice pen and ink would be better/clearer than a picture. A company called Vistaprint can get you one of these for $4.00 in the bumper sticker size. Bill

Dream Girl - Note that if you are still at Merriwether Lewis, you can get water at the drinking fountain that is in front of the restrooms in the camping area. That fountain has a spigot on it about half way down. Bill

As with a bunch of things - "the devil is in the details". A really nice job of connecting all those ground wires to the bus bar spoiled by not connecting one more. I suspect that the Zamp solar port was installed later. Certainly this is no excuse for missing the Zamp connection. If you haven't already done so - please forward an email to Jason Essary with the pictures above. Both Production and Service have quality control checklists that this issue should be added to. Bill

Kelly - Even though Shallowgal is currently on the road with their two large "doodles", I'm sure that they will get to your question when they have internet access. Meanwhile, I know that there are several other owners that manage to travel with large dogs - like ScubaRX and Reacher - and I'm sure that they will give a bunch of advice. Bill

Its something about a flake - I think.😁

I live in the mountains of western North Carolina. Winter temps can (rarely) get into the negative but as a general rule high teens and low twenties is about it and that is for (usually) very short periods of time. Since my FLA batteries are both inside the Ollie's battery compartment keeping each other warm and (like yours) the Oliver is covered, and they are being charged via a 20 watt solar panel - much less than your 30 amp service - I have had no worries for the past 6 winters. Bill

So much for the 98% certainty - it changed into 100%! Congrates! And, welcome to the family. Enjoy working with a company that really does do business differently. Bill

Obviously, at delivery, you missed the part about the secret handshake? No sticker for me - I'd rather that everyone continued to think that I'm just a bit (maybe a lot) deranged. 🥰🤣😉😇

Great - take some of that Reflectix and add insulation wherever you can get it. Both this area and inside the areas near both wheel wells are easy to get to. Don't forget about the underside of the access hatches - not only does this help with temperatures but it also tends to reduce noise - like from the water pump. Bill

Chris - There have been a number of solutions/ideas for this area over the years. Some people place a support of some sort to cover the wires and pipes and then store whatever in there. I simply found a plastic container/bin that has a removable top and set it in there - it barely fits but I really do not take it out very often. Mainly I use it to store extra food. Bill

This has long been a "problem" and is the reason that a number of owners have simply removed that "rubber gasket". I understand that newer models have one or more holes drilled in the support brackets for the awning but I doubt if this totally gets rid of the issue you are describing. When not using my Oliver I keep it tilted towards the rear which helps drain the water out of this area. And, I cover my Ollie when in storage. Still, this area requires a good cleaning at least every other wash. Bill

From a purely financial point of view - I trust that you plan to keep this vehicle for a bunch of years or the discount the dealer is willing to give you at least approximates the depreciation that you will encounter as soon as you drive what is basically a one year old truck off the lot. Certainly there are many other factors to consider besides the pure financial - but .... Bill

The basic answer to your question is - no. These "gutter extensions" are made to actually extend gutters that are already on many campers. However, there are no gutters of this type on an Oliver. The "rain deflector" that you mention is actually nothing more than a pliable gasket that is (via 3M double sided tape) glued to the hull behind the awning. I do not see how these gutter extensions could be used with this gasket in order to direct rain away from the body of the Oliver. Bill

You already know the answer to THAT question!

If I get into a Publix and find their multigrain bread still warm from the oven, I grab a loaf, head over to the butter case and grab a stick, pay for it and then head to the truck. Once at the truck I make a complete fool of myself by eating as much of this bread (with the butter) as my stomach can hold. Almost better than se..........🥰 Bill

Yes, no, yes. Explanation - yes, you can convert from one to the other. No, it would not be necessary to go back to the factory for the conversion as long as one is reasonably handy and can find a way to attach the twin bed "bed" extensions without using the "rivets" that the factory uses (I don't think that this task should be too difficult, but, I've never done it nor have I seen it done. Yes, the factory could ship you the necessary components - nightstand, bed extensions, and miscellaneous parts like outlets, etc. and (perhaps) caulk. You would also have to remove the floor plates for the table or simply remove them and put a rug over the holes where they were fastened down. And, of course, make or buy the cushions/mattresses for the twin beds. Bill