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carbon - The absolute best thing that you can do is to see if you can arrange to see an Elite II twin bed in person. That way you can actually lie down in the bed and determine if it is suitable for you and the way you sleep. Hopefully there is one in your area. I'm right at 6 feet and am very comfortable but I did change from sleeping with my head at the end with the night stand because I like a bit of elbow room. Bill

I guess that the gaping hole in the front of you propane cover would not have been a sufficient enough reminder? Just kidding! Your idea keeps that cover from falling off into the dirt and keeps it right at hand so its easy to put back on. I did mine today - but - used a white cord.

Tom and Karen - good to hear that your plans are moving ahead and that you have "Officially" joined the Forum. That $1.50 tour was my pleasure. Please keep all of us informed as to how your Oliver adventure continues. Bill

Looks like we both got OOPS(itis). I thought that you were talking about something that "popped up" from the top of the battery to indicated the status of the water inside. Sorry about that! Those little "windows" on mine have never been white. Thanks for the catch! Bill

I just mentioned to a prospective Oliver buyer today that you had given me a 15-30 adapter and that it was the first time in 20 years that I had run into the problem. Moral of the story - either make sure that you have it on hand OR make sure that you are in the company of a very nice and generous person that will give you one. Thanks one more time for coming to my rescue. Bill

I went over to the storage yard this morning and took a couple of pictures of the installed vent cover. Hopefully this gives a better idea of what the finished product looks like. Bill

OK, here's a picture of my T-105's. No indicators.

Wall Drug here we come!

Since I'm not a home decorator nor have I ever had a choice in where things like outlets were placed, I found the whole process of making all these decisions the hardest part of getting my Oliver. I kept telling myself that most of these items could be added later if necessary, but, the perfectionist in me wanted it done right the first time. In the end it all came out well, but, there are still new options or new mods that someone smarter than me has thought of that makes me want to keep working on Twist. Perhaps, for me, that is all part of the experience and makes the whole deal even more fun. I'm excited for both of you - keep us posted on your progress. Bill

Thanks! A description is worth a thousand pictures/words. I'm always looking for things that will simplify jobs and/or automatically keep me from having to remember something. Now I will not have to remember to replace that cover since it will be attached. Bill

Reed & Karen - I've got the T105's and Hydrolink, but, you must have an "improved" version in that mine does not have either of the "indicators" that you mention. In the year and a half that I've owned Twist I've added approximately 1/3 gallon of distilled water and that includes the minor "waste" on each fill from the supply tube. I only popped the cap of one battery one time and the fill was acceptable and the performance of the batteries/solar system has been all that I could ask for. I'll be over at the storage yard tomorrow or Monday and take another specific look just to make absolutely sure of the indicators - you know how us old guys sometimes don't get it right the first time - and let you know if there is any change to my story. Bill

How about a close-up of that porthole leash?

With regards to the placement of the hooks - on the Elite II it is standard for one hook to be placed the the left of the bath door (as one looks into the bath from the kitchen) and another hook placed in the kitchen area. An optional hook placed to the right of the bath door is much more useful for towels, dry cloths while bathing, etc. Other uses for additional hooks are just inside the main entry door on the left (as you enter) for a garbage bag, dog leash, etc. , at the rear above the storage areas - to be used for hanging clothes while sleeping and/or for a clothesline, above the interior dinette seat for hats, garbage bag, etc., and in the kitchen area for stuff. If I were you I'd consider the additional hook outside the bath - just for its usefulness and for cosmetic reasons and then wait to decide on other(s) hook(s) until after you have used the camper for awhile. You can always add these later and/or use either suction cup hooks or Command hooks. Hope this helps.

David & Gail - I'm guessing that you might get some argument as to the additional cost of the on demand water heater but the only thing that I really saw was that you plan on the cell phone booster but are not planning on the WiFi booster. Obviously WiFi is a bunch cheaper than cell when you can get it. You might also have a discussion with the sales staff about extra interior hooks and the "porthole" on the front of the propane tank cover. Bill

FamousFrank - We have all taken many different roads towards Oliver. Almost all of us are very happy that we actually found our Oliver at the end - or - is that just the beginning? Anyway, welcome and hope that your road gets you there. Bill

On the subject of "interior cleaning" - I've asked a number of people what they use to clean the interior of the Oliver. Vinegar and water, Windex and several different brands of spray cleaners have been mentioned. A number of years ago I tried a product called Interior Detailer. There are several companies that make the stuff and it can be found in the automotive department of many stores. You simply spray it on and wipe it off. It leaves no streaks but does leave a smooth almost wax like finish. It even works on the shiny "glass-like" parts. Bill

Ed & Marsha - Sounds like a very happy anniversary indeed and also congrates to Mike & Carol! By any chance (Ed & Marsha) were you traveling east on Highway 64 towards Asheville on a Saturday about two weeks ago? I saw an Elite II with your graphics and flashed my lights to say hello. Bill

In my opinion, the most important part of John's post is contained in his first paragraph. "Being able to make electrical connections in a safe and secure way is critical. If you understand the fundamentals...". If one chooses to repair or add or modify virtually any system (to include the electrical system) a basic understanding of the fundamentals of how these systems work in critical in order to be safe. Not only should the connections be safe and secure, but, these connections should also be made in a manner that is safe and secure with regards to the entire system (i.e. don't overload circuits or tape into circuits that are voltage critical, or ...). In other words, if you do not understand electrical fundamentals and have at least a basic understanding of how the electric system you are working on is constructed, ask for help! It is simply not safe for both you and the systems you are working on to do otherwise. Bill

Mike - if it is legal to do so WalMart just might have the bear spray at a price that is lower than an outfitter. Also, there are some Parks and/or places just outside the Parks that actually "rent" bear spray. Note that most sprays have a three years "life" to them and all that I've purchased over the years have an expiration date on them. So, be sure that you get spray that is "fresh". Bill

Mike & Elizabeth - be a bit more careful of the bears in Glacier. In my experience, there seems to be more of them or just possibly there are less people in the places I hike/fish. A neighbor of mine was on site during a griz attack several years ago. The momma bear came at a father - daughter from the uphill side when she realized that her cubs were on the downhill side with humans in the middle. The father - daughter never realized that there were any bears there until it was too late (both survived as did all three bears). Bear spray is a good thing. Bill

Assume that you thought about that "screening" that is "pet proof" - I think that is stronger and is a bit elastic. However, I like the idea of fabricating a solution. Any pictures?

John - thanks for the pictures and details of your camera install. Nice job! Bill

Achen - Perhaps you should try a "Private Message" to Pete and Boscar on this Forum. They have just about more miles than anyone with their single axle. Bill

geO - I think that we paid more than $20/night at the Jude Travel Park in New Orleans, but, Jude was fairly close to the French Quarter (10 miles or so). If you have not already, try doing a "Search" for New Orleans on this Forum. I wrote a trip summary including New Orleans and there are several other mentions of it there. Have a fun and safe trip! Bill

Cash - in order to get or post "private messages" (or chat as you called them), click on the "Forums" tab at the top of the page. On the drop-down menu click on "My Profile". Once your profile page opens there will be a tab at the top that is labeled "Messages". If you have received any they will be here and this is where you can also post your own "private message" to anyone else on the Oliver Owners Forum. Hope this helps! Bill