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Vector - Jason has already increased file size limits as per his post above. If that doesn't cure the issue, I'm sure that other steps will be taken. Thanks for the suggestion! Bill

RE question #1 - What Sherry said - or - if you are using a computer versus a tablet or phone - simply click on the "Home" tab at the top of the page in order to get to the Oliver website. Re question #2 - From this "Home" tab which takes you to the Oliver website you can then hit "contact" and a drop down menu will show "Service". Re question #3 - I don't know (yet) - so, I'll have to leave this one to another Moderator or Jason. Bill

Thanks to months of hard work by Jason Walmsley we are now allowed to play in a brand new sandbox. Over the past weeks the Moderators have had the ability to poke around, throw some sand and generally play as we tested and tried to make things break. As we get familiar with these new surroundings, we trust that everyone will find the new Forum easier, more stable and yet more flexible while still allowing for the great discussions, stories and information that we have always had. If anyone has problems with the Forum, be sure to let any of the Moderators or Jason Walmsley know so that we can seek a solution right away. Enjoy!

Perhaps this is not what you want to hear, but, given the your constraints of not using propane - I simply leave my Ollie winterized during such travel. I do carry a couple of gallons of water in milk jugs in the bath for flushing the toilet. And, I carry other water in my truck for drinking, bathing and food prep. Once I get to warmer climates, I flush the lines and proceed normally. Since winterizing the Ollie is so easy, I then re-winterize once I get back to the chilly north. Bill

Wow! They sure are proud of those little hand held vacs. I think that I'll stick to shaking out carpets and sweeping with an old broom. Bill

Choied - When it came time to replace the one I found "bad", I happened to have one that was the correct size in my spare parts bin. So, I really don't know what the size is - sorry. Unless someone chimes in here shortly with the correct size I would simply call service tomorrow morning and ask. Or, take the old one down to your local NAPA type store and have them check the size. Bill

I assume that the bandit paid his overnight room bill before he headed into the corn fields? Have the pups stopped barking yet? And just who said that labradoodles were not that bright? Great story! And, that really does look like a good camp. Bill

Ronb - Welcome to the Family! I agree with both John and Overland - both changes should not be a "problem" at all. And, you are correct - they will build you a great camper. When do you pick up the new baby? Bill

And, Overland's explanation also shows why there are now Hull # plaques in the new Olivers. If you have not received a # plaque for your "older" Oliver then contact Matt Duncan and he will get it to you. Bill

Mine has never been what you might call solid - like the rest of the flooring. But, it does not rattle, squeak or even whisper to me. The caulking is still just like the day I bought it. Bill

I don't have a cell phone booster but with regards to the WiFi Ranger - simply call them at 208-321-5544 and ask for help. They will step you through the process and/or send you documentation as to how to do it. Bill You can also see how to set it up on YouTube -

Looks like it did an "Artie Johnson" on the passenger side and the weight of the a/c is what caused that to shift on the roof. Doesn't appear to me that it actually flipped, but, that is possible. Give the guys in the shop a week and it would look just like new. Please, somebody take care of this poor thing! Bill

"Say Good night, Gracie". Really liked them both even though I was/am a bit too young for that time. Bill

I have the twin floor plan so I've never had to deal with the problem you are looking at. However, with the people that I've seen who convert the large bed each day, they generally "roll" that bedding and place it at the back. This leaves each side of the table open for business. I trust that those with actual experience will chime in here shortly. Bill

"air" can get into any line (and does) when the tanks are removed from a line. And, I'm sure that there is a small percentage of air in the tanks themselves. However, the gauge in question would only show the situation on the tank - not the lines. I'm thinking that the most obvious problem here was simply a gauge that was stuck and by "working" it several times you got it unstuck. In any case - glad you got it fixed. Bill

For what its worth - in addition to the Oliver furnace I always carry both a small 1500 watt electric heater (used only on the rare occasion I have shore power) and my "Mister Heater Buddy" propane heater. Both work great at any altitude with the Mister Heater Buddy not having an effect on electric usage since it has no fan. Bill p.s. I really do think that there is something amiss with the furnace not working above 5,000 feet and would have it "serviced" if I could not find the source of the problem.

Oliver "Twist"? Need I say more? Bill

Have you tried switching the position of the tanks? Also, I noticed in your pics that the control lever is pointed to the left in both pics - I assume that you have moved it to the right and then back to the left just to see if you still get the half red indication? Bill

I've camped at just over 11,000 feet with no problems with the furnace. However, I do recall reading that anything above 6,500 to 7,000 might cause issues due to lack of O. Suburban for mine. Bill

And, its tomorrow too!

Good suggestion from George, but, don't forget to also check around your windows, marker lights, etc. Bill

Nan - That is good news about the knee. As soon as you are able I trust that you will "get to it" regarding the truck and then the Ollie. As has been mentioned before, the whole process is really not that difficult. When you first are starting out, there is virtually nothing that is "over the top" particularly if you are doing it by yourself. Get a checklist and stick to it and you will be fine. With regards to checking my electrical connection from the truck to the Ollie - it is part of my "walk around" at each stop. While the pump is filling my tank I simply walk around the rig looking at it from top to bottom. Specifically I look at all of the connections - if something looks wrong I inspect it further and I touch each of the wheel hubs (the center part of the wheel) to see if they are hot which might indicate a problem with the wheel bearings. Then when I start my F-150 there is a screen that tells me if the lights are functioning properly. That's all there is to it. After being in two accidents where I've been hit from the rear because the other driver "didn't see me", this is the least I can do to make sure I've done everything in my power to prevent it from happening a third time. In addition, your stop lights and turn signals are the only way you have to communicate with others as you hurtle down the highway driving 10,000 pounds of machinery. Not only is it the law that these lights must function properly, but, it is in your own best interest. Bill

Nan - The big black "cable" is actually for the electric connection between your tow vehicle and the Oliver. Its what allows the lights to work on the Oliver while you tow it down the road - this includes your turn signals, brake light, running lights, emergency flashers and also charges your batteries in the Oliver using the alternator in your tow vehicle. This "cable" gets plugged into a socket that is on the rear of you tow vehicle - this socket is many times covered by a little "door" that keeps it cleaner when you are not using it. A good rule to follow (besides your checklist for all these connections) is to make sure that all of your vehicle and Ollie lights are functioning properly just prior to departure. I even do this even when I've stopped for gas or a rest stop. Bill

Horace - I carry a grease gun with me and give the equalizer zerks a shot any time I get over 3,000 miles. Since I've always got a tarp with me too there is never really any excuse not to lay the tarp down and take care of business. Besides, after all that hard work I deserve an adult beverage - as if an excuse is really needed. Bill

Oliver marketing has given away Oliver t-shirts at some rallies and (if they have them in stock) have given t-shirts to new owners of Ollies at delivery. Since you have a relatively new Ollie and if you didn't get a t-shirt at delivery, you might want to call your sales agent and ask nicely if you can get one (or two). Bill