ThomB87 Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 Traveling from New Mexico to Amarillo in the wild west Texas wind. It was blowing 30 mph with gusts to 60! Since it was a tail wind I was getting the best gas mileage ever. We pulled over into a parking area off the I40 for a pit stop. As my wife was exiting the trailer a gust hit, jerked the door from her hand and slammed against the rubber stopper. The good news was no damage to the exterior fiberglass or frame. The bad news was the pressure against the door was strong enough to crack the interior panel. The same result is we need a new door. In the meantime I found some white duck tape to cover the cracks. I know I am not the first to have an issue with the door in a windstorm. So a reminder to be careful out there. Now a question. Anyone who has had to overnight at the mothership while they work on their trailer, have recommendations for a place to stay that will allow a dog? Thanks 1 2 Bill Thomas 2019 Elite II Hull # 534 2020 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAX Burner Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 14 minutes ago, ThomB87 said: The bad news was the pressure against the door was strong enough to crack the interior panel. The same result is we need a new door. For the exact reason you've described above, we installed Lippert "Controlled Motion" Hinges last April from eTrailer: We've logged in excess of 7,500 miles since then during much of our windy springtime season and this simple upgrade has saved the bacon on several occasions. The 2 additional hinges make the door "stiff" to open but makes it stay where you want it - we've not used the exterior door latch at the bottom of the door since installing them. For us - this was a simple fix for a condition that literally can come out of nowhere... Cheers! 2 4 Art, Diane, Magnus & Oscar (double-Aaarrf!) 2022 TUNDRA 2017 LE II; Hull #226 "Casablanca" HAM call-sign: W0ABX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) On 11/10/2023 at 12:38 PM, MAX Burner said: For the exact reason you've described above, we installed Lippert "Controlled Motion" Hinges What @MAX Burner said, we love our friction hinge assy. from Lippert. You can also get it here on Amazon. Edited November 15, 2023 by rich.dev Correct link for friction hinge kit 1 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Dorrer Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 34 minutes ago, ThomB87 said: Traveling from New Mexico to Amarillo in the wild west Texas wind. It was blowing 30 mph with gusts to 60! Since it was a tail wind I was getting the best gas mileage ever. We pulled over into a parking area off the I40 for a pit stop. As my wife was exiting the trailer a gust hit, jerked the door from her hand and slammed against the rubber stopper. The good news was no damage to the exterior fiberglass or frame. The bad news was the pressure against the door was strong enough to crack the interior panel. The same result is we need a new door. In the meantime I found some white duck tape to cover the cracks. I know I am not the first to have an issue with the door in a windstorm. So a reminder to be careful out there. Now a question. Anyone who has had to overnight at the mothership while they work on their trailer, have recommendations for a place to stay that will allow a dog? Thanks Commodore Hotel, Linden just West of Hohenwald on 412 1 John & Susan Dorrer, 2013 F250, 6.2 gasser, 4x4, 2022 Legacy Elite 2, twin beds, Hull #1045, Jolli Olli - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 Bill, I highly recommend you stay here -https://www.natcheztracetravel.com/hohenwald-bedandbreakfasts/meriwethersretreat.html Melissa is the owner and it’s one of the nicest B&B’s we have ever stayed at. It’s fairly close to the service center, very clean and she is the best hostess. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ By the way it was nice meeting you and your bride at the Big Texan RV Resort during our return trip from CO. Rest assured, Oliver Service will surely get you taken care of. Patriot🇺🇸 1 1 2020 OLEII - Hull #634 aka- “XPLOR” TV 2021 F350 6.7 liter Diesel Lariat Ultimate Tremor Retro upgrades - Truma Aventa 13.5 AC, Alcan 5 leaf pack, Alcan HD shackles & HD wet bolts, 5200lb axles. XPEL 10 mil PPF front both front corners, 30 lb LP tanks, Sea Biscuit Front Cargo Storage box. North Carolina 🇺🇸 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 1 hour ago, rich.dev said: What @MAX Burner said, we love our friction hinge assy. from Lippert. You can also get it here on Amazon. @rich.dev Wow a lot cheaper on Amazon vs etrailer! Did you install just one or multiple? 2020 OLEII - Hull #634 aka- “XPLOR” TV 2021 F350 6.7 liter Diesel Lariat Ultimate Tremor Retro upgrades - Truma Aventa 13.5 AC, Alcan 5 leaf pack, Alcan HD shackles & HD wet bolts, 5200lb axles. XPEL 10 mil PPF front both front corners, 30 lb LP tanks, Sea Biscuit Front Cargo Storage box. North Carolina 🇺🇸 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geronimo John Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 OOPS for sure. Glad nobody hurt. GJ TV: 2019 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat, 3.5L EcoBoost, 10 Speed Trany, Max Tow, FX-4, Rear Locker OLLIE: 2018 OE2 Hull 342, Twin Bed. OLLIE DIY’s: Timken Bearings, BB LiFePO4's, Victron 712 Smart, 350 Amp Master Switch, Houghton 3400, Victron Orion DC - DC, 3000-Watt Renogy Inverter, P.D. 60-amp Converter, Frig Dual Exhaust Fans, Kitchen Drawer Straps. Front Wardrobe Shelves, Snuggle Shelf. TV DIY’s: 2 5/16" Anderson System, Nitto recon’s, Firestone Rear Air Bags, Bilstein 5100’s, Mud Flaps & Weather Tech all, installed Ham Radio (WH6JPR). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 (edited) On 11/10/2023 at 2:02 PM, Patriot said: Did you install just one or multiple? Yes 2 sets of the Lippert hinges, the door comes std with 3 non friction sets, I installed 2 of the Lippert sets in between (top and bottom of the stock middle set). I couldn't find the 2 pack on the Amazon.com site, bought mine from the Canadian site here ***Edit 15 Nov 2023 - and from US site here Edited November 15, 2023 by rich.dev Included link to US site 2 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph and Dud B Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 We added a strap to help hang onto the door on windy days. 1 4 1 Stephanie and Dudley from CT. 2022 LE2, Hull #1150: Eggcelsior. Tow vehicle: 2016 GMC Sierra 6.0 gas dually 4x4. Our Oliver journey: Steph and Dud B's RV Screed Where we've been RVing since 1999: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patriot Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 4 minutes ago, rich.dev said: Yes 2 sets of the Lippert hinges, the door comes std with 3 non friction sets, I installed 2 of the Lippert sets in between (top and bottom of the stock middle set). I couldn't find the 2 pack on the Amazon.com site, bought mine of off the Canadian site here Awesome, thank you! 2020 OLEII - Hull #634 aka- “XPLOR” TV 2021 F350 6.7 liter Diesel Lariat Ultimate Tremor Retro upgrades - Truma Aventa 13.5 AC, Alcan 5 leaf pack, Alcan HD shackles & HD wet bolts, 5200lb axles. XPEL 10 mil PPF front both front corners, 30 lb LP tanks, Sea Biscuit Front Cargo Storage box. North Carolina 🇺🇸 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geronimo John Posted November 10, 2023 Share Posted November 10, 2023 1 hour ago, ThomB87 said: Anyone who has had to overnight at the mothership while they work on their trailer, have recommendations for a place to stay that will allow a dog? I have heard that some owners have been allowed to use their trailer at night at the camp spaces on OTT property. That would of course be for repairs that are suitable for relocation and occupancy. Yours would seem to fit the bill. Worth a call. If an option, a simple heavy cardboard temp door duct taped on the hinge side could suffice for an evening or two. Maybe add a string and paperweight on the counter of the microwave to hold it closed. Lots of fun places to explore in the Hohenwald area to keep you and family busy for a day or two for sure. GJ 1 1 TV: 2019 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat, 3.5L EcoBoost, 10 Speed Trany, Max Tow, FX-4, Rear Locker OLLIE: 2018 OE2 Hull 342, Twin Bed. OLLIE DIY’s: Timken Bearings, BB LiFePO4's, Victron 712 Smart, 350 Amp Master Switch, Houghton 3400, Victron Orion DC - DC, 3000-Watt Renogy Inverter, P.D. 60-amp Converter, Frig Dual Exhaust Fans, Kitchen Drawer Straps. Front Wardrobe Shelves, Snuggle Shelf. TV DIY’s: 2 5/16" Anderson System, Nitto recon’s, Firestone Rear Air Bags, Bilstein 5100’s, Mud Flaps & Weather Tech all, installed Ham Radio (WH6JPR). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbrink Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 21 hours ago, rich.dev said: You can also get it here on Amazon. 20 hours ago, Patriot said: Wow a lot cheaper on Amazon vs etrailer! Did you install just one or multiple? I went “here” and found these to be ‘non-friction hinges’, thus possibly the disparity in price Patriot noted. However, Amazon.us does offer a ‘friction hinge kit’ consisting of a pair. They appear to be the same as those rich.dev purchased from the Amazon.ca site, based on the compatible Lippert door Series listed in the product Description. 2 2020 OLEll, Twin, 579: No installed solar, Renogy 40A DC-DC charger, 460Ah LFP battery bank/Victron SmartShunt, Hughes Autoformer, dual Lagun tables, auxiliary Cerbo-S GX/Victron 30A Blue Smart IP22 Charger combo, Dreiha Atmos 4.4 a/c upgrade. 2019 GMC Savana 2500 Cargo Van: 6.0L V8 Vortec, 6-Speed Automatic; Explorer Limited SE, Low-Top 7 Passenger van conversion, RWD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 7 hours ago, Ronbrink said: I went “here” and found these to be ‘non-friction hinges’ Oops good catch, and good find! Still a lot cheaper vs etrailer! I really love these friction hinges! 1 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbrink Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 3 hours ago, rich.dev said: Oops good catch, and good find! Still a lot cheaper vs etrailer! I really love these friction hinges! You and others have convinced me it would be money well spent! Thanks 2020 OLEll, Twin, 579: No installed solar, Renogy 40A DC-DC charger, 460Ah LFP battery bank/Victron SmartShunt, Hughes Autoformer, dual Lagun tables, auxiliary Cerbo-S GX/Victron 30A Blue Smart IP22 Charger combo, Dreiha Atmos 4.4 a/c upgrade. 2019 GMC Savana 2500 Cargo Van: 6.0L V8 Vortec, 6-Speed Automatic; Explorer Limited SE, Low-Top 7 Passenger van conversion, RWD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 12 minutes ago, Ronbrink said: You and others have convinced me it would be money well spent! Thanks Yes, I like it a lot, works wonderfully, I don’t have to use the latch, I can leave the door open when there is a breeze and the door stays where I leave it….and no more fly away door!😊 4 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAX Burner Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 On 11/10/2023 at 12:02 PM, Patriot said: Did you install just one or multiple? We used 2 Lippert friction hinges on our door - wonderful! 1 2 Art, Diane, Magnus & Oscar (double-Aaarrf!) 2022 TUNDRA 2017 LE II; Hull #226 "Casablanca" HAM call-sign: W0ABX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Foster Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 I will be adding these to mine. Thank for the link. 1 2014 Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel 4X4 Truck 2024 Oliver Legacy Elite II Hull 1460 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gliddenwoods Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 On 11/10/2023 at 11:47 AM, rich.dev said: What @MAX Burner said, we love our friction hinge assy. from Lippert. You can also get it here on Amazon. Amazon link is to the wrong "non-friction" hinge. 2022 Oliver Legacy Elite II, Hull 1242, 9/26/22 Lithium Platinum Power/Solar Package Tow with Supercrew Cab 2019 F-150 4 x4, 5.0L 4-Valve V8 with 3.73 axle ratio & 157" wheelbase. F-150 GCWR of 16,900 lbs with maximum load trailer of 11,500 lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby and Nadine Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 Great Idea! I'll order these today. Bobby and Nadine |Hull 1307| 2023 LE II| 2017 Ram 3500 4X4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 35 minutes ago, Gliddenwoods said: Amazon link is to the wrong "non-friction" hinge. Yup sorry already pointed out to me, I edited my original post with correct link........this one 1 3 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gliddenwoods Posted November 16, 2023 Share Posted November 16, 2023 On 11/15/2023 at 10:39 AM, rich.dev said: Yup sorry already pointed out to me, I edited my original post with correct link........this one Sorry, didn't mean to pile on. Thanks for a lead on the concept. 2 2022 Oliver Legacy Elite II, Hull 1242, 9/26/22 Lithium Platinum Power/Solar Package Tow with Supercrew Cab 2019 F-150 4 x4, 5.0L 4-Valve V8 with 3.73 axle ratio & 157" wheelbase. F-150 GCWR of 16,900 lbs with maximum load trailer of 11,500 lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gliddenwoods Posted November 16, 2023 Share Posted November 16, 2023 On 11/10/2023 at 1:17 PM, rich.dev said: Yes 2 sets of the Lippert hinges, the door comes std with 3 non friction sets, I installed 2 of the Lippert sets in between (top and bottom of the stock middle set). I couldn't find the 2 pack on the Amazon.com site, bought mine from the Canadian site here ***Edit 15 Nov 2023 - and from US site here Just curious; how did/does Oliver Inc attach the hinges to the trailer? No screw heads show. 2022 Oliver Legacy Elite II, Hull 1242, 9/26/22 Lithium Platinum Power/Solar Package Tow with Supercrew Cab 2019 F-150 4 x4, 5.0L 4-Valve V8 with 3.73 axle ratio & 157" wheelbase. F-150 GCWR of 16,900 lbs with maximum load trailer of 11,500 lbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted November 16, 2023 Share Posted November 16, 2023 21 minutes ago, Gliddenwoods said: Just curious; how did/does Oliver Inc attach the hinges to the trailer? No screw heads show Yah definitely not screws, they look like rivets but I don’t think they are rivets…..or not rivets that I’m familiar with. Here’s a pic of my door before I installed the friction hinges, should be the same on your 2022. and here’s a pic of my door with the friction hinge. 4 2023 Elite II, Hull# 1386, Lithium Platinum Package (640AH, 400W Roof Solar, 3000W Xantrex Inverter), added 400W Renogy Solar suitcase with Victron MPPT 100/30 CC, Truma water heater & AC TV: 2024 Silverado 2500HD 6.6L 10-Speed Allison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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