donbob3
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I recently had Oliver install their latest bike rack. I seems to be very stable and uses Thule 594 XT components on Olivers's base which attaches at 2 points. Unfortunately, did not come with locks. Has anyone ordered locks for this and what info is needed to order them and what was your source? Are all locks the same? Do I need 3 or 4? There appears to be a carrier to base lock(2) and a bike to carrier lock (2) and a change key.
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If I choose to winter camp and use the propane heater to heat the trailer which is not winterized how do I keep the outside shower from freezing at night?
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I replaced the Jenson with a 110V Samsung. About same weight, but with much better resolution and color. Plugged 110 in outlet in rear storage. Carry sound bar which I put on nite stand and connect with optical cable. Also have Blue Ray in rear bin.
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I and my brothers have had good experience with Howards RV, 800-516-1994 , 6811 Market Stre.t,
Wilmington, North Carolina. Local company with 10 yr+ experience and large facilities. Convenient
to those travelers going North/South along coast. Located southeastern NC.
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I had mattresses for my 23 Elite II custom made by Southern Mattress of RM. I am very happy with
how they turned out. Very well done and reasonably priced.
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I am towing with a 2017 Ford 250. I have a back problem and I tow with a normal hitch (rated 8000). In 2017 Ford updated their towing guide for the 250 Series and removed any reference requiring WDH's. Limit on dead weight on hitch ball - 2016:600lbs -2017:1,200lbs. My Anderson is napping in my garage.
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I purchased the Micro-Air Start at the May rally. Trailer was purchased May 2016. The Dometic Heat Pump is the original unit. Finally purchased Honda 2000 Companion. Starts ac in both standard and eco-throttle mode. I have the Progressive Industries Surge Protector and their dummy ground plug in the 120V Honda outlet. Thanks to Matteo Giovanetti who did the install.
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Check the owners manual for Ford Transits. I believe they state that they are incompatible with wdh hitches. Probably due to uni-body contruction.
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I modified the bumper bolt-on spare-tire carrier on a Casita 17 to accept 3 pieces of gal antenna tubinh. I topped this with the home version of their Sensor 3 with their wingman accessories. I use quick connects from radio shack. use signal amplifier if connecting antenna. No amp.
On the oliver, I use a Sat disk tripod, 3 pieces of gal. tubing. Has not blom tv yet
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Take a look at Bornfreerv. Closest thing to an Oliver. Only fiberglass MH with roll bars.
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Anyone towing with a new Ford F250 gas 6.2 V8?
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I asked the campground to email me a confirmation. The data was in a PDF file. I am using the standard Microsoft Security software. It would not let me download the PDF and detected a virus. Requested a snailmail copy. I did alert the reservation person at the campground.
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My hull is 140. Picked up May 2016. Could someone summarize what I should be doing to determine if I have this problem? So far, no drawers have fallen out. However one drawer front is loose. I understand the problem with short screws on the closing mechanism, but I get lost after this. Thanks.
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Thanks for the photos. Did you install or did the Factory install? I am assuming that you installed.. If u installed , did you just drill through cabinet and bolt attachment with stainless bolts? Is that a towel bar on the left? How was that attached? Hope to see u at rally #140.
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Has any member had the factory install the shower curtain rod that goes in front of the toilet? I would appreciate your comments and any pictures. I am thinking about installing this during rally.
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Did you order the Dexter EZ Flex suspension option?
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I sleep with feet under tv. Reading light is on front end of bed. I have twin beds. No problems.
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I signed up for rally last week. Going on factory tour Rally Fri AM. I will try to get this topic on agenda.
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I wanted to thank everyone for responding. I learn something every week from this forum. Can anyone clarify the following statement:
When changing a flat or servicing bearings/brakes, use all 3 jacks to raise all tires off of ground.
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Under the topic "Anderson Levelers" several people discussed the frame flexing when they jacked up the trailer. As a result the door would not open or close. Someone said frame flexing was "Normal". My Casita and most fiberglass boats get spider-web gelcoat cracks from flexing. Is there a chance of introducing cracks in the hull when we jack up the trailer to get a tire off to repair a flat or to service wheel bearings or breaks? Is frame flexing really normal?
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ps: I am too old to do anything involving a ladder!
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I just went over to a local company - BROTHERS RESEARCH CORPORATION which makes the Duragloss line of car care products. I spoke with Jerry Bailey one of the owners. Told him that first 5 or 6 months no problem and streaking thereafter. He thinks that it is a classic case of the rubber that has not been cured properly (baked) during manuafacturing. You may have the problem but not get any streaking until the gasket ages. I am thinking about sending this information to the proper person a Oliver with a list of trailers that have the problem and ask that they provide a remedy preferably replacement at factory or replacement gasket sent to owner if requested. This is not a problem related to salt air. It is a problem between Oliver and the supplier. We all love our trailers to death - these things happen and I trust that Oliver will do the right thing. Text me your trailer number (140) if you want me to include it. Any suggestions as to whom I should address the letter???? I will post a copy of what I send on the forum.
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Houston, we have a problem. I read yesterday that silicon would harm fiberglass. My streaking did not start immediately after pickup. It seems to have started ths fall on all 4 lights. It might be useful if we find a way to poll owners to see how many have the problem.
We need to determine what the nature of the problem and how many customers have it. I have never had this happen in a lifetime of owning RVs. If Oliver is asking us to represent them to new prospects, they need to step up and get to the cause and supply a remedy. They are in a better position to pressure the vendor to investigate why this is happening. Presently, they are treating customer complaints about this as a nuisance. I now believe the only reasonable solution is replacement gaskets once the cause of this problem is identified. I would prefer that any replacement be installed by Oliver. If they need to see the problem first hand, I will drive to the plant. Sorry for rambling.
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Thanks - its my next project. working on bleeding porch light gasket problem
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Winterization Video
in Mechanical & Technical Tips
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My Oliver 140 was picked up in May 2016. Jason has performed the Fresh Water Tank Mod.
Can I assume that I can follow the video and be assured that my fresh tank is winterized?
Also my water heater seems to have only one inline valve at the bottom of the unit. Can I assume
that it has a check valve instead of the inline valve for the outlet? This is not mentioned in video.