Stabilizing versus leveling

[Geronimo John]

4 hours ago, topgun2 said:

They have consistently done things for customers that are far and away beyond anything that might be considered necessary - regardless of warranties or any other related legal issue.  If Oliver has a fault in this area I believe that it lies in the lack of marketing all of the things that they have done other than letting the final product speak for itself. 

A short (by comparison for once) summmary:

• I concur with the "To Each Their Own" concept. 
• That using hind-sight is an unfair approach to just about anything.
• That OTT has and still makes a product we all are proud to have, use and keep.
• That over time our requirements and circumstances will change.  We will all end up modify, donating or selling our Olivers.  
• We each exhibit moments of brilliance, and moments we wish we would have avoided.

This forum is vibrant because we understand the above for ourselves and others.

God bless Scott Oliver, his family and the OTT TEAM they have built.  And all the participants of this forum. 

John Russell

 

 

[John Dorrer]

I have used my rear jacks to change a tire and make a slight leveling adjustment.

I use the best leveling device made, a 2' level🤣.

 

So when I went to check under the bed panels after taking delivery, I was shocked to find the panels were screwed in place. How anal is that? I was told that an attorney conducting an audit said secure the panels. I pulled them all.

 

[SeaDawg]

On 2/12/2026 at 12:32 PM, jd1923 said:

Oh yes, we certainly all have opinions! 🤣

We sure do. Thats what makes life, and forums interesting  

[Snackchaser]

On 2/12/2026 at 9:32 AM, jd1923 said:

If you go with LevelMate, get the PRO model, hardwire it hidden under the rear dinette seat out-of-sight, and never worry about access and battery changes.

If you like gadgetry, then the hardwired LevelMate PRO PLUS is highly recomended!  Unfortunately, a lot of us bought the LevelMate PRO that is not hardwired, it's powered by a short lived button battery.  No worries though, it can be hardwired with a simple DIY upgrade:  Hardwire your LevelMate for under a buck

Talking about gadgets and leveling, I heard a reliable rumor that some old fool built a completely unnecessary AUTOMATIC LEVELING SYSTEM for the Oliver's stabilizers! 🤫

[Geronimo John]

On 2/11/2026 at 4:33 PM, ScubaRx said:

Routinely check the bolt that holds the foot plate to the inner jack tube. If this bolt works loose, you will lose the foot plate that will cost you close to $40 to replace. 

How wise you are.  Been there and was suprised that my jack foot had taken a hike when I was not looking!

Simple solution:  Stainless Steel Cable (Really small) and a couple cable ferrules:  Drill a hole in the jack foot and put a small loop and ferrule so it will not pull out of the jack foot.   Another loop attached to the jack leg.  Just enough room if you think small. 

In the event that the jack bolt leaves us, we should hear the tinkle tinkle of the foot being tortured by the pavement!

Either way a spritz of black paint and a bolt and $35 saved.

GJ

Edited 17 hours ago by Geronimo John
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[topgun2]

11 hours ago, John Dorrer said:

So when I went to check under the bed panels after taking delivery, I was shocked to find the panels were screwed in place. How anal is that? I was told that an attorney conducting an audit said secure the panels. I pulled them all.

I was told that it was a requirement of the RVIA.  If you are at an RV show - look at that same area(s) and from what I've seen, all of these type panels are fastened in place.  

Bill

[Chukarhunter]

Those that might be contemplating getting a Levelmate should know that a newer model was released last year called the Levelmate Max.  I had never gone for a Levelmate before but decided to try the Max version and have been extremely satisfied.  There is absolutely no need to hardwire it because it runs on three AAA batteries that last over a year and can be replaced in under a minute.  As far as technology upgrades over the Pro and Pro+, the Max adds a gyroscope in addition to the accelerometer.  This enables one to observe continuous instant changes in level (side to side and front to back) with the trailer hitched and vehicle moving (called leveling on the go).  This feature can be useful in finding the best spot to stop and unhitch when boondocking on uneven ground.  Another feature is that it can remember the preferred tongue height when it is time to hitch up without having to back the vehicle up to the tongue first. 

Levelmate recommendz permanently mounting it with screws but I used 2 inch wide heavy duty velcro to mount it just inside the door under the rocker switch panel.  No holes drilled.