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Thank you Overland! Sounds like a good idea to just replace it since I can't seem to make the chirping stop.
11 hours ago, John E Davies said:I’m not following you about the “no storage under the dinette”. The LE2 has ample space, the rear cover is screwed down and says not for storage, that is very simple to fix. Remove the screws, throw them far away, and use that area carefully for storage of DRY bath towels and similar soft non conducting items, and keep them away from any electronics. This is not Oliver Approved. That decal is there because there is 120 volts AC wiring. The front area has ample space.
For the LE2 you do need to get the mattress out of the way to access the water valves, but you can simply rotate a Twin one up 90 degrees and leave it propped against the window. We have 10” tall ones and this does work. Or you can cut a hole in the wall underneath the bed and install a swing open marine hatch, and leave the bedding undisturbed. Keep in mind, those valves are normally not needed in any way when travelling, except if you want to refill your tank using the rear boondocking port. At all other times, you won’t need to get under there. There is no easier method to transfer water, the below floor tank has no high-up fill opening like your Casita and most stick and staple ones. Water has to be sucked in using the pump.
It sounds as if you have a lot of deposits, the vinegar flush with several hours sit time should fix that. Don’t forget to include the hot water heater, it really gets crusty. Don’t do this over concrete, it will etch the surface and leave a bright area It is harmless but unsightly.
Please clarify your model, add that info and your tow vehicle as a signature to appear after your posts, to prevent confusion.
John Davies
Spokane WA
I thank you for your reply, John. I guess I meant there are no 'cupboards' below the seats by the dinette. I am used to having easy access there without having to remove cushions or disturb plumbing/electrical. The other back one under the bed also requires moving a mattress...not especially convenient...except for things not used often and padded up with soft fabric boxes... My pots and pans hopefully will stay in the drawers without popping open around curves. Its a new trailer and new methods of organization will follow I'm sure.
For such a young trailer, there was quite a lot of sediment inside the WH tank. I have a valved flush wand and a brush that I've used for years on my Casita's water heater. It's spic and span now! My driveway is asphalt and old as dirt so no etching here!
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I have seen the diagram and am aware of the boondocking valve positions, I just wish I didn't have to move the mattress to get at them...sort of a pain.
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Hi there Oliver Family,
I'm Claudia and I'm the new proud owner of hull #184! I had the pleasure of meeting Char and inheriting their beautiful rig! It was a bittersweet meeting in light of her recent loss but I made sure to let her know that their trailer couldn't have gone to a more impassioned owner. I owned my Casita (OCD - obsessive casita disorder) for nearly ten years and I'm busy transferring, organizing and decorating my new home, who's now been christened 'ILOVHER'
I'm struggling a bit with storage (believe it or not) as OCD had a rear cargo box. Drawers are going to take getting used to as well since there is no storage under the dinette seats! Where do y'all put pots and pans and the daggit cleaning supplies??? I'm enjoying the process but I do have a lot to learn, esp. the Andersen WDH, but I'm determined to figure it all out so I can get out and CAMP!
I realize the 'search' function is my friend and I'm very adept at that since my membership at casitaforum.com and casitaclub.com started in 2012. I learned all I know from those amazing folks!
OK, now.. I've dewinterized the trailer and started the process of making sure the basic appliances and water are working but I DO have a couple initial questions that I can't find.
I had some issues with little to zero water in the bath and or toilet using the city water connection. I studied the 'normal use' valve diagram and still couldn't get water to flow. After removing the toilet tank supply line, I was able to clear a ton of sand and debris from the intake valve with a mirror lying on my stomach over the toilet (lets just say ~uncomfortable) using a pair of blunt tweezers! I didn't want to take the valve off to create a leak. The valve screen was completely blocked with dirt! After that, I was able to get water to the toilet. The other issue I had was the bathroom faucet needed to be taken apart and cleaned along with the pump pre-filter. I am going to use vinegar in the lines overnight to make sure there isn't any other crud 'hanging' around...
So here are my questions:
1. I haven't quite figured out how to use the pump to draw water (or vinegar mix) into the fresh water tank but I've watched the video. Do you really have to move all of your bedding to access the valves to do this?? I find that somewhat inconvenient since we have big custom mattresses. My simple siphon method used on my Casita was easy-peasy! Am I missing something obvious?? Do I really have to go in and out of the trailer to accomplish boondock water refilling? Is there a simpler method?
2. I have the city water connection hooked up streetside to the correct input and works fine at the faucets BUT... IT IS SLOWLY FILLING THE FRESH WATER TANK TO CAPACITY THEN LEAKING OUT THE OVERFLOW under the trailer. What would cause this?? Is there a check valve not working properly? How do I go about repair? PEX fitting/crimping or valve replacement is out of my realm of comfort.
3. After flushing and scrubbing out the crud in the water heater and replacing the anode, I turned the bypass valve and filled it up. It is working fine on electric but I haven't tried gas yet. I am noticing an intermittent chirp/start from the pump every minute or when disconnected from city water. Do you think I have a check valve issue in the water pump from the pressure of the dirt in the toilet valve and bathroom faucet? I've had this on my Casita before and I just can't remember how I solved it.
Thank you for your help in advance.
Nice to meet ya'll and I'll try not to be too much of a pest!
Claudia and Rex Maximus
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Hello from Ohio! I am Claudia, a new prospective owner of a Legacy Elite II. I couldn't be more excited to join the Oliver family as I've dreamed of owning one since I saw one at our Ohio Casita Rally a few years back. I joined here in 2016 but only occasionally looked at the classifieds. I've owned a Casita for nearly ten years and have loved every minute of ownership..to the point that my trailer was named "OCD" for Obsessive Casita Disorder, LOL. I have lived in my trailer for up to five months while managing a National Forest Campground and have traveled a great deal. I absolutely love being outside and the camping lifestyle. I usually travel with my dog Rex. I'm really looking forward to digging my teeth into the Oliver University and the experience and knowledge from this forum. My success with my Casita was directly related to my membership over at Casitaforum where long time owners freely shared their knowledge and passion. I really hope to repeat that here. My tow vehicle is a 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Sport and the picture was last year in Utah!
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Kitchen Window?
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I'm reviving this older thread as one of things that was on my wish/mod list for my Casita was a kitchen window! I know a few Casita'ns who've tackled this mod with sliding windows purchased from Scamp or Hehr direct. In a recent post someone used a boat hull port window! It's certainly above my skill and pay grade but I love my home kitchen window and would welcome a campsite view from my sink. I also like the idea of passing something outside to cook with. Anyone since this thread was created tackle this or is willing to? Suggestions welcome!