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I bought sphagnum peat at Lowe's for my NH. I haven't used it yet (pick up next week) but I remember reading that you need to BE SURE to use 100% organic, WITHOUT ADDITIVES since the additives would not give the right result! So be mindful -- no peat with Miracle Gro added.

It might also show up in REI's Outlet online -- not being near a storefront, this is a great place to start.

I'm bringing my spare set of Queen size sheets to cover the mattress, and and my "light" down Double-size comforter which I can pull up, double up or throw off to regulate the temperature! I plan to alter the sheets to fit once I get home with the Oliver, making a fitted base sheet and a top sheet. I believe there are sheets made to fit available, but I don't know where people buy them. If you have the upgraded KTT mattress the latex is indeed heavy. Being used to subtropical temperatures, my blood is thin -- I am trying to decide if I should bring my sleeping bag, in case it's actually "freezing" up there next week!

Happy Spring Equinox! Eight days and counting for my Oliver to hatch!

.... this is why I haven't FINISHED reading it all!!!

I didn't pay attention to whether the video was specifying "for these years built..." but it shows the diagrams and very clear instructions spoken and shown on the video of how to move the levers to change the mode. I wrote them down and watched it 3 times, because they went through it so quickly. GLAD they showed it or I wouldn't have known.

The settings for the configurations are described on the Oliver University video!

Does Oliver deliver hard copies of the Owners Manuals, Component Guides, Specs and Warranties with the trailer? (I've tried searching, but haven't found the answer to this question.) I find reading technical documents a LOT easier with a hard copy in hand. I have downloaded a lot of the items in the 'manual' section of the University -- but I may have missed some items. Also, I suspect some things that may not be up to date as products and manuals get updated (?) -- so thanks to all for help on this. I want to be sure I have everything before I leave home and leave wifi behind (yay). Also -- twelve days!

THANK YOU!!!!

Well.... yes. I've heard this from several people, and it is a logical approach. But for some people, they might require going through the process multiple times before getting close to home! I can appreciate the effort that @tripmushrv made in putting these together. Organizing a list is a way to walk through a process, and it can serve as a way to envision a series of actions that might seem complicated when one doesn't have access to any of the parts and pieces ahead of time. (I'm in that bucket of people right now). Being a first-timer and trying to be prepared can be a real hoot. There is a lot to remember. I can't count all the "don't forget" statements in the forum! I've tried following those threads, but haven't successfully taken notes on them all. The forum has proven to be a wonderful resource, and seems to also serve as a way for individuals to hash out thoughts about subjects. I really appreciate that.

Did this "require some assembly" at Oliver TT? I believe my 2500 has the same TPMS, and I was hoping it would connect to the TT, but my salesman (who admits he knows nothing about trailers and towing) didn't think it would. My truck delivered a few days ago, I'm trying to absorb all this new info before I hit the road for Oliver delivery (3/28).

So.... be sure to use them down to that level, I guess? I will be storing but I'm in the tropics, practically speaking. I am planning to cover my Oliver with that Calmark cover, because finding covered storage space is difficult and expensive.

You can always take a photo of it with your phone.... it's the lazy way I do this, sometimes.

I went over the Beartooth pass with a vehicle (no TT) and it was amazing. With the constant traffic (bumper to bumper sometimes) I wouldn't think to try it with a trailer in tow, partly because I would want to stop to take in the views and parking isn't always easy to find at the view stops. We also had weather come up fast on us -- it was exciting enough without a trailer in tow. And drop dead gorgeous.

I took ownership of my new 2022 Chevy duramax yesterday. My salesman informed me that he had a couple of unsold vehicles delivered this week. PM me if you want more info. SW FL

I'm 5'7" but I don't think I could even see the top of the trailer to judge if something was amiss up there, let alone work on it, using a 3-step stool. I know that I can't properly deal with my smoke alarm with a 3-step stool in my home, and the alarm is mounted just above 9' -- so, I'm using that to judge. Maybe it's overkill to assume I'll need a ladder all the time, but I also would love to have a more compact and lightweight ladder here in my tiny abode -- right now my ladder is fiberglass and heavy and takes a lot of space. So it's added incentive for me to buy a compact one.

Through research online, I think this is the one that John Davies purchased. It seems to be available (order for ship to store or ship to home from Home Depot). Their price is about $150. It can configure in a LOT of different ways -- as a step ladder, as an extension ladder. So the 14' reach is when it's extended out as a straight line, not when it's "A frame" shape. But it's fairly compact. Their website has complete dimensions, so if you have your Ollie already (I don't) you can measure if it would fit in the closet. Here's the mfr page -- https://www.wernerco.com/us/products/ladders/multi-ladders/MT-00IAASeries/MT-14IAA

So.... Reading from above, is the VIN number actually different than the Hull number? I know my Hull number, but don't know my VIN (if different) and will need it for insurance and storage facility rental agreement, etc... ** I couldn't find this information in search (VIN number location, where is VIN number, is VIN number same as Hull number, etc) **

Maybe @JohnEDavies will comment on his "Werner convertible ladder" shown in this post...

..... she adds to her Delivery Checklist.... in 22 DAYS ! And mine will be Lithium so... more research for me. :)

Very inspiring -- this is why I decided on an Oliver -- total escape. Those roads less traveled. Thanks for the post.

Just an update here. With kudos and thanks to all in the forum for the great ideas, my reservations are complete for the return trip with the new Oliver. I'll spend about 2 1/2 weeks from my pickup date to meander and return south -- I would have taken more time, except for a commitment at home. My campgrounds will include: Tennessee -- Oliver TT, Davey Crockett State Park, Fall Creek Falls SP Alabama -- Lake Guntersville Florida -- Three Rivers SP, Silver Springs SP I'm still looking to see if I can find something more remote (or less popular) that has openings in Florida. It's the week before Easter, so busy and late planning. I need a dump station at that last spot, though, so I can empty my tanks before coming home. Unless maybe I empty them at Three Rivers (hmmmm, maybe a good idea). I've not been on the forum every day, because I'm juggling all that wonderful paperwork in preparation for the truck purchase, car sale and trailer purchase (insurance, tags, titles, storage facilities, manuals, mandatory gear purchases -- what fun!) -- but I will continue to try to monitor every few days. The truck is still anticipated on 3/10 delivery, giving me 2 weeks to put on some break-in miles and learn the feel of the new vehicle before heading north. Thanks again to all for the help!

Love it.

I can tell you that since I made my 50% payment, nothing can wipe the smile off my face!

A couple of years ago I applied for (and landed) a position as a volunteer working in the Badlands on a dig site. But I backed out because I was planning to tent camp and they warned me that there was: nothing on site to 'tie' the tent to, 65mph winds, frequent hail the size of baseballs and lots of rattlesnakes (with a 1/2 mile walk to the pit toilets from the approved camping spot). I started reading about that weather and learned about hail storms totally creaming parking lots full of cars. If you spend a lot of time there, I'm wondering if you have encountered that type of weather, and if it's caused damage to your Oliver or your TV?