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I've been planning to do a new post on my install/replacement of my original lead acid batteries - but - in preparing for the Annual Owners Rally and then my annual 2 month fly fishing trip to Wyoming plus all of the "normal" house projects that hit at this time of year I've simply not had the time. While I will not be able to do the job I would like on this topic - I'll get to it before I leave on July 5th. Bill how about a "teaser"?

Chris - For what its worth - back in March I paid $147 for this same converter. I found it in Amazon's Warehouse! Given that it came with a 30 day guarantee I figured that 30 days would give me plenty of time to install and test it to make sure that it functioned properly. Certainly I seconded guessed my purchase when it showed up bouncing around inside a large cardboard box with no padding material inside. However, I installed it (very simple) and everything has worked as it should. Good luck! Bill

I ran across the Lithium Battery Buyers Guide linked below yesterday. If you decide to read it, be sure to also read the comments below THIS video for even more information. Bill Lithium Battery Buyers Guide

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Heck - most of the moderators I know can't even spell that word!😁 Two years ago I was fishing a fairly remote stream north of DuBois, WY and spied a pristine elk shed on the bank. Not wanting to carry that thing for the rest of the day fishing, I simply left it where it was. Later that evening I told the camp host about it and he thought I was crazy given that he estimated the value of it to be north of $100. The next morning he was on his 4 wheeler headed to retrieve it. Beautiful country and the people are really nice too. What is that "canon" you are carrying? Bill

Any luck?

You might want to send Patriot a private message (PM) on this topic. He is about that height. Obviously, some of this will have to do with how you prefer to sleep (i.e. arms over head, legs out straight, etc.) Certainly you will not be able to stand up straight in the shower - I'm right at 6'0" and I just make it. The main cabin should be no problem for you. Bottom line - you really should see one in person - a call to the sales office will get you to the closest one to you. Note that Oliver sales is NOT a pressure operation and they will not "bug" you until the cows...... Bill

Gee! I wonder what is the purpose of those lock washers?😇

Glad you liked it! Jackson "used" to be a great little town. But, now with the traffic jams - not so much. If you head up to the Moran Junction area, let me know. There is a great boondocking spot up in that direction. Bill

I believe that it was John Davies who did a post a few years ago concerning this very subject. As I recall, he encouraged everyone to "safety wire" these such they could not loosen. Bill p.s. pool noodles make for great "bumpers" such that the ladder doesn't scratch the side of the Ollie.

I understand that the factory started putting less psi in the tires some time ago. Bill

Sounds like a great trip for late September/early October, but, hope that all is OK during the next 2 1/2 months of being parked. Bill

While there is a Beartrap overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Canton, NC - I doubt that it is the one you are asking about. I'd guess that the pics are from the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Bill

Who is the additional Oliver? Are there only the two of you out of how many in total? Is the Rally at the Fairgrounds? Did you find the donut place? Obviously D and the pups look like they need lessons in how to relax!😁 Thks for the pics. Bill

Any that are in good condition! Bill

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Welcome to the family (almost). As with many other things in life - what you plan to do with your RV has a bunch to do with what RV you should purchase. Hard thinking about the first part will lead you towards making a decision that you can live with for many years. Many of the members of this Forum have in depth experience with a number of other types of RV's and can speak about the pluses and minuses of these. Olivers are not perfect, but, in my experience they sure do beat the heck out of everything else on the market that is within $50,000 of the price. Unless you are sure and/or have had a few years of experience, perhaps renting a couple of different types of RVs will give you the insight you need. Good luck with your search and, as Mike said, ask those questions. But, first, be sure to read, read, and read some more - it is likely that most of the "usual" questions have already been answered a number of times within the many pages here on the Forum. Bill

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Where did you install these guys? Bill

Thanks for the shout out on that key/shelf, but, it was actually Overland that first posted it on the Forum a few years ago. It really is a great shelf. Patriot put me on to applying a sheet of clear film below this shelf/key holder such that the keys do not leave marks. Bill

I prefer a fridge thermometer like THIS one. Yes, it is more expensive than the one that Patriot shows but it has an alarm feature. I find that I become accustom to the read out being there and seldom even look at it. That being the case then I will only notice that there is something wrong either when I actually do look at the read out and/or get something out of the fridge that simply isn't as cold as it should be. With the thermometer I use it has an alarm feature that certainly lets me know if the temp in either the fridge or the freezer is above (or below) the limits that I've set. Bill

Happy cats, happy humans, great trip! Nicely done. Now, where to next?

I like the look of those Wildpeak's but I'd imagine that keeping those sidewalls clean would be a bit of a chore. Bill