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As far as I know, the dates for the Rally are as posted.
However, I believe that the campground for any State Park in AL does not allow reservations until (at least) 12 months (to the day) before your arrival.
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Here's what "AI" has to say about the blown fuses:
"Your Suburban water heater is blowing fuses due to electrical problems like a faulty heating element, a short circuit in the wiring, or a failing thermostat. You should first check the wiring for loose or damaged connections and test the heating element and thermostat with a multimeter to identify the source of the electrical overload or short circuit."
Since you state that the on/off switch located on the water heater itself is always in the off position, it is likely that a bad heating element is not the problem. Therefore, I'd look at the wiring and then the thermostat first.
Bill
p.s. there are a number of videos on YouTube on how to test the water heater - like THIS ONE
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1 hour ago, Dennis and Melissa said:
I’m worried that the design of the Ollie relies on the propane heater to keep the plumbing from freezing.
What say you?
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As long as you're sure that you will continue to have electricity to run that electric heater AND you open all of the "hatches" to the basement and other areas between the hulls, you should be OK without the propane furnace. If you are in a situation where you need the bed areas and therefore could not open those hatches then you could always use a small fan on low speed in order to move heated air into the space under the beds. Of course, you would also leave the bath door open.
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1 hour ago, katanapilot said:
Never heard back - that was exactly one month ago.
As you might remember -
We received a notification here on the Forum about a month ago (maybe two) concerning a change in the way parts, service and the production unit all interact. While this is still no excuse for "dropping the ball" (particularly on such a small thing) the internal sorting out of new and different responsibilities just might help explain where and/or how the ball was dropped.
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No problems here ( with the step bolts) for the first ten years.
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43 minutes ago, routlaw said:
Agree with @Wandering Sagebrush the Furion products are crap.
We all know just how "smart" AI is - but - here is what it has to say:
Furrion TVs are generally considered good value for money, particularly for outdoor or RV use, offering strong weatherproofing and durability alongside good brightness and 4K picture quality for their price point. While they excel in their specialized applications with features like high-visibility displays and robust connectivity, they are best viewed as solid, cost-effective mid-tier smart TVs rather than premium, high-end models.Key Strengths-
Outdoor Durability:Furrion TVs are built to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, with various models offering different levels of weatherproofing (e.g., IP54 rated) and the ability to operate in a wide range of extreme temperatures.
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Brightness:They offer excellent brightness, especially their outdoor models, making them suitable for use in various lighting environments, including partial and even full sun.
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4K UHD & Smart Features:Furrion TVs provide 4K Ultra High Definition images with rich contrast, and newer models feature smart capabilities for seamless streaming and Wi-Fi connectivity.
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Value & Affordability:Many reviews highlight Furrion TVs as a good value for the price, making them a cost-effective choice for upgrading home entertainment systems or RVs.
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Specialized Design:Many are designed for specific environments like RVs and campers, meaning they are "road-ready" and built to handle vibrations and extreme temperatures common in such applications.
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Picture Quality Comparison:While good, the picture quality is comparable to standard mid-tier TVs, rather than high-end technologies like OLED or QLED.
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Sound Quality:While improving with soundbars, built-in sound quality may not be as exceptional as that of an indoor, home-theater-focused TV.
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Weight:Some models, particularly the larger outdoor units, can be quite heavy, which is worth considering for installation.
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Specific Use Case:Furrion TVs are a great choice for outdoor or RV use, but for a high-end indoor home theater, a different brand might offer superior picture and sound quality.
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3 hours ago, John and Debbie said:
I thought of getting extra sensors, but went with the ViAir compressor to just air up those spares if needed.
Of course you can do this - but
Many times those spare tires are not easily accessed. In the Ollie you either have to purchase a valve extension or basically remove the spare in order to simply check that spare's pressure. With my F-150 I would have to lower the spare from its position up under the bed of the truck before I could check its pressure. The extra TPMS sensor usually saves me the effort of dealing with both of these "problems".
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1 hour ago, jd1923 said:
Because OTT installed restrictors on our incoming water lines, we find water pressure on the City Water line to be poor! Not sure if they're still doing this on new hulls. Still on my list to remove these (keep the backflow preventers, lose the restrictors).
Since our hull #'s are so close, I would doubt that there is much difference in how our water lines were treated. Given this, I have never had an issue with city water pressure. While I've never really checked to see if I have "restrictors", I'm guessing that you might find that there is something else going on.
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25 minutes ago, John and Debbie said:
I have eight sensors and extra batteries. Four on the tv and four on the trailer.
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Many times it is cheaper, when buying the initial setup, to get a couple of extra sensors - one for the spare tire on the Ollie and one for the spare tire on the tow vehicle.
These extra sensors will save you a bunch of time (in checking the air pressure in those spares) and provide an extra if you were to have a "problem" with one of the main sensors.
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Nope - but - I wouldn't leave that pump on. In fact, I never even turn my pump on unless I'm about to actually use it.
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26 minutes ago, Geronimo John said:
Ollie of course!
But - why?😁
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There are a ton of different brands - just type in "TPMS" on Amazon. Also, do the same on YouTube to view many different brands as tested by "professionals".
Just about all of these do the same thing while having slightly different monitors.
I would tend to stay away from the "cheaper" brands and would also question what am I getting for my extra money on the more expensive brands.
Simply put - this is NOT new tech anymore other than those that are starting to integrate the trailer's TPMS with that of the tow vehicle.
Bill
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2 hours ago, aaronorange said:
As far as the Calmark cover, you can loosen the straps and lift the cover to get into the battery cabinet. It’s a pain especially in winter. It would be nice to have an access zipper flap added.
For the couple of times during the winter months that you may want to check on the batteries I'm guessing that the price that Calmark would want to install an access flap would be a bit high.
Living in western North Carolina, our temps don't usually get very cold for very long. I do not charge my lithium batteries from the time I put it to bed until about a month before I wake it up in the Spring. When I wake it up, I simply plug in a small (25 watt) solar panel and leave it that way for a month or so. Then when I uncover the trailer, the batteries are fully charged and ready to go.
Bill
p.s. But, as aaronorange says above - you should answer the questions he proposes before you decide what to do about your cover.
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If you care - get yourself a cover for that new jack - the white ones yellow badly after a year or so out in the sun.
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32 minutes ago, Ronbrink said:
This somehow got posted twice. Perhaps admin can delete one. Thanks
Done - you're welcome.
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3 minutes ago, Ronbrink said:
To your point, the TST brand monitors spares, as well.
As do most all of the TPMS brands that I know of to include my EZE Tire.
My comment was referring to those TPMS systems that are included with most (if not all) newer vehicles. My F-150 does monitor the four tires on the truck but it doesn't monitor the truck's spare tire nor does it have the ability to monitor anything on the Ollie. Someone recently made a post that said their new truck did allow the monitoring of TPMS sensors on a trailer in addition to those on the truck.
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11 minutes ago, jd1923 said:
I'm not sure whether our wheels require 'acorn' or 'acorn bulge' shaped lugs.
Those of us with "older" Ollies - the ones with the wheels that have circles/holes in them versus the more recent that have more like "spokes" - require acorn bulge lug nuts.
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1 hour ago, Gliddenwoods said:
My yesterday morning in Salida, Co in the attached photos.
I don't see an air compressor in the photos above.
But, if you did have an air compressor (or some means to re-inflate the tire), you could have simply "pluggged" that tire without removing it.
Note: Plugging a tire is not necessarily the easiest thing to do either. I takes some practice to do it properly. But, in certain situations it is the easiest, cheapest way to get back on the road quickly. Many local tire shops will give you an old tire to practice on. Tire plug kits like THESE can be found at WalMart and almost any automotive parts store.
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4 hours ago, Gliddenwoods said:
When using the stabilizer does one use both?
Also, why not just remove the hub cap for socket access and then put back on?
While not the safest - I've just used the stabilizer alone for changing a tire. Again - this is not the safest procedure by any means.
The "hub caps" remove from the back. Therefore, if one is simply checking the torque of the lug nuts , the removal of the hub cap is a bunch of extra work.
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4 hours ago, Boudicca908 said:
but still find it difficult.
OK - can you give us a bit more info on exactly "what" it is that you find difficult?
I'd guess that since you are not exactly the biggest person in the world, you might have some difficulty in turning that torque wrench enough to get it to "click" when you have reached the torque setting - but - I'm only guessing.
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Twist
Inspired by my wife and some guy named Oliver.
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1 hour ago, Steph and Dud B said:
No idea where she came from. Never saw one here before.
She crossed the road?
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Skip -
I don't see any obvious issues other than the dust that is everywhere. That dust can get into many areas that you don't want it to - I know this because every couple of years I have to plug and unplug the remote cable (runs from the back of the remote switch inside the living area of the Ollie) to the inverter. I've never had to bother with the connection on the back of the inverter switch but it is the connection that goes into the inverter itself.
However, as I think you said that you had already tried turning the inverter on/off at the inverter itself, I doubt that this is your issue. But, its worth a shot.
If you decide to try this, what you are looking for is what appears to be one of those little phone jack connections. Simply press down on the little plastic tab and pull straight out and push straight back into where it came out. Do this two or three times to help "clean" the connections.
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26 minutes ago, Boudicca908 said:
There are several peripheral issues in the post that I find interesting, including the fact that the recessed lugs are difficult to deal with (my experience every time I check the lugs with my hand-powered torque wrench.)
What it appears you need is a deep well socket (in the same size as your lugs) and/or an extension for your socket to torque wrench connection. This extension would allow you to "clear" the center hub cover while still bring able to use the socket that you already have.
Bill
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What is the purpose of the two drains on bottom of LE2?
in Welcome To The Oliver Travel Trailer Forums
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Dirt -
Actually, if you look around, you have more of these "drains" than you have found - so far.
These are "scupper" holes similar to those found in kayaks/boats. They serve the purpose of removing any water/moisture that manages to collect between the inside and outside shells of your Oliver. Generally this water/moisture is in the form of condensation - not actual dripping water.
Since you have found dripping water this (almost certainly) is a sign that you have a leak in your plumbing system - somewhere.
Bill