The Loonies Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 Has anyone replaced the city water connector on the Legacy II ? Ours is leaking and would appreciate any input on replacement part as well as install tips. Thank you, Ellie 2021 Elite 2, Twin Bed, Lithium & Solar, 3000W Inverter #880 2019 Ford F150, 3.5L V6 EcoBoost, 4x4 Supercab, Trailer Tow Package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.dev Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 Before you replace it make sure the hex nut inside is not loose! Check out this thread 6 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 December 30, 2023 Share Posted December 30, 2023 As Rich said, just need a 1/2" hex tool to tighten. 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...
Wandering Sagebrush Posted December 30, 2023 Share Posted December 30, 2023 Thanks for the reminder on the fix! The location of the water inlet is one of the few things I believe Oliver could improve. As I age, my flexibility seems to disappear, and I’d love to not be bent over or on my knees trying to hook up the hose. I think I’ll add a quick disconnect to help attach the hose without a lot of fumbling. 3 Hull #364 - The Roadrunner 2023 F350 CCLB SRW 6.7L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewdev Posted December 30, 2023 Share Posted December 30, 2023 19 minutes ago, Wandering Sagebrush said: Thanks for the reminder on the fix! The location of the water inlet is one of the few things I believe Oliver could improve. As I age, my flexibility seems to disappear, and I’d love to not be bent over or on my knees trying to hook up the hose. I think I’ll add a quick disconnect to help attach the hose without a lot of fumbling. I can appreciate your thoughts with the age thing. I am there as well. I use a good soft towel/blanket to kneel on and the knee joints get a little movement they do not mormally get! 1 2018 Oliver Elite II, Twin Bed, Hull #354 2024 RAM 1500, 4 x 4; Gas. 5.7L V8 Hemi MDS VVT Torque; 3.21 rear axle ratio Maine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Mike and Carol Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 2 hours ago, Wandering Sagebrush said: The location of the water inlet is one of the few things I believe Oliver could improve. As I age, my flexibility seems to disappear, and I’d love to not be bent over or on my knees trying to hook up the hose. I think I’ll add a quick disconnect to help attach the hose without a lot of fumbling. Quick connects are one of the more useful things I’ve added, they really do help as we get older and less flexible! Also, I keep a foam knee pad in the basement for those time I do need to get down. Mike 2 Texas Hill Country | 2016 Elite II #135 | 2020 Ram 2500 6.7L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators topgun2 Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 For what its worth and I do not have the details on this - but - I understand that the water inlets for the 2024 Elite II Oliver's will be changing and simplified. I do not know if these same changes will happen for the Elite I or not. From what little I've heard - the city fill and fresh water tank fill will be combined and moved to the rear of the camper on the left side of the bumper. The "winterization port" will remain on the right side of the bumper. Bill 1 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Loonies Posted December 30, 2023 Author Share Posted December 30, 2023 Problem solved.. Thank you to everyone who replied especially rich.dev for the tips and tools needed. Happy New Year 1 2021 Elite 2, Twin Bed, Lithium & Solar, 3000W Inverter #880 2019 Ford F150, 3.5L V6 EcoBoost, 4x4 Supercab, Trailer Tow Package Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators mossemi Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 Sorry I’m late to this topic! This is what I use, since I don’t own a 1/2" Allen wrench! Mossey 4 Mike and Krunch Lutz, FL 2017 LEII #193 “the dog house” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators topgun2 Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 Just now, mossemi said: This is what I use, since I don’t own a 1/2" Allen wrench! AND - Mossemi's "tool" is a bunch less expensive too. 🤑 1 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators mossemi Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 2 hours ago, topgun2 said: AND - Mossemi's "tool" is a bunch less expensive too. 🤑 That’s funny coming from "ol' squeaky" but does remind me, can I borrow that first dollar you ever made? I know you were saving it for a new fly rod, but I sure could use it for some new Victron kit! Mossey 1 Mike and Krunch Lutz, FL 2017 LEII #193 “the dog house” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators topgun2 Posted December 30, 2023 Moderators Share Posted December 30, 2023 2 hours ago, mossemi said: That’s funny coming from "ol' squeaky" but does remind me, can I borrow that first dollar you ever made? And, here I was being "nice" - look where that got me. Of course you can borrow it. Rusty bolts used in making a homemade tool certainly can't cost that much more than a buck. 😆 1 1 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbrink Posted December 31, 2023 Share Posted December 31, 2023 On 12/30/2023 at 8:45 AM, Wandering Sagebrush said: I think I’ll add a quick disconnect to help attach the hose without a lot of fumbling. I bought this Eley Quick Connect System product for all hose connections in my setups. Think one-handed operation! The components. Water pressure regulator and filter configuration. Eley installed at Oliver water inlets. Protective caps in place, utilized chain hardware from original stock caps Caps purchased. 1 4 2020 OLEll, Twin, 579 2012 Silverado 1500 4x4 No installed solar, Renogy 40A DC-DC charger, 460Ah LFP battery bank/Victron SmartShunt, Hughes Autoformer, dual Lagun tables Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Sagebrush Posted December 31, 2023 Share Posted December 31, 2023 Ron, thanks! I have a bunch of the brass couplers, but didn’t have a source for the threaded caps. I’ve found the brass tends to start binding after exposure to dirt/dust.. I’ve used WD 40 on the couplers we use around the yard, but suspect food grade silicone would be a better choice for a RV. Edit: Just looked at the price on the Nelson couplers😳. Go to a tractor supply and find them at 1/3 the price. They’re all probably made in China. 2 Hull #364 - The Roadrunner 2023 F350 CCLB SRW 6.7L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbrink Posted December 31, 2023 Share Posted December 31, 2023 2 hours ago, Wandering Sagebrush said: Go to a tractor supply and find them at 1/3 the price No doubt, as well as Amazon. However these Eley connectors are commercial grade, made with quality materials to ensure longevity and safe drinking water, of bigger overall size for a full 3/4” unobstructed flow, have serviceable o-rings and a 10-year warranty! You definitely get what you pay for IMO. That said, I also have been very pleased with several of the Gorilla Easy Connect hose terminal ball valves/couplers/nozzles, which I will share with if anyone is interested. 3 2020 OLEll, Twin, 579 2012 Silverado 1500 4x4 No installed solar, Renogy 40A DC-DC charger, 460Ah LFP battery bank/Victron SmartShunt, Hughes Autoformer, dual Lagun tables Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geronimo John Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 On 12/30/2023 at 5:04 AM, dewdev said: I use a good soft towel/blanket to kneel on and the knee joints get a little movement they do not normally get! I carry one of my throwable boat cushions with me at all times. Generally is sits between our Honda 2200 and the curb side rear of the F-150 bed. Great to kneel on when doing low work, or place on a 5 gallon bucket when doing mid height work. Much better than a towel. An because it serves as a pad between the generator and the aluminum truck bed, it is almost always where I am. 3 TV: 2019 F-150 SuperCrew Lariat, 3.5L EcoBoost, 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. 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...
Moderators SeaDawg Posted January 1 Moderators Share Posted January 1 Another great use for the two step Rubbermaid step ladder we carry. Makes a decent seat, when working lower. My husband uses knee pads a lot, too , sometimes along with a gardening pad. Even if you're younger, it's important to protect your knees. And if you're not, like us, well.... it's just that much more comfort. 2 2008 Ram 1500 4 × 4 2008 Oliver Elite, Hull #12 Florida and Western North Carolina, or wherever the truck goes.... 400 watts solar. DC compressor fridge. No inverter. 2 x 105 ah agm batteries . Life is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Sagebrush Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 I only have 3 of those Rubbermaid step stools. Maybe it’s time to put one in the Ollie. BTW, as they age, the plastic gets brittle at the peak. 1 Hull #364 - The Roadrunner 2023 F350 CCLB SRW 6.7L Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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