Frequently Asked Questions

Twin brothers Jim and John Oliver camped often for family trips and job-site stays, and they got tired of trailers that broke down. They started Oliver Travel Trailers to build something that would actually hold up. The Legacy Elite (18 feet) and Legacy Elite II (23 feet) launched in 2008.

The Oliver family launched the first Oliver fiberglass travel trailers in 2008. Production paused during the 2009 economic downturn, though service for existing owners continued and the team stayed on through the bath products division. Trailer manufacturing resumed in 2014. Today the family of companies employs over 500 people.

Oliver trailers have no wood in the roof, walls, or floor, which eliminates rot. Aircraft-grade aluminum frames weigh less than steel and don’t corrode. The four-shell composite hull gives the structure its strength, insulation, and weather resistance. Everything that’s optional on most competing trailers is standard on an Oliver.

Yes. The fully insulated double-shell hull and enclosed water lines, appliances, and tanks keep the trailer functional in sub-zero cold and high summer heat. In freezing conditions during transit, winterize thoroughly to protect the plumbing.

Yes. The aluminum frame and all-composite hulls keep total weight lower than most competing trailers in the same size class. The aerodynamic profile reduces drag when towing, which translates to better fuel economy and more stable handling in crosswinds.

Approximately 5-6 weeks, depending on options purchased and model. Quality takes time.

5-Year Limited Warranty to the original purchaser on the fiberglass body and aluminum chassis undercarriage against defects in material or workmanship.
2-Year Parts Limited Warranty on all components manufactured and installed by Oliver.
1-Year Components Limited Warranty on all other components.
Continued Support runs from the Hohenwald, Tennessee factory and through dealership partners nationwide.
Oliver owners can also access the knowledge base on the Oliver website and owners’ forums.

Yes. Factory tours run Monday through Friday at 9 AM or 1 PM CST, by appointment with 24-hour notice. Call 1-888-526-3978 or book online on our Oliver Plant Tour page.

Find a nearby RV dealer, or use the Field Visit Program: go to the See An Ollie page to request a visit with a current Oliver owner in your area.

Our base pricing already includes items that are paid upgrades on most competing brands: four-shell composite construction, aluminum frame, four-season insulation. For current pricing on the Legacy Elite or Legacy Elite II, contact Oliver Sales.

Extra composite layers make the outer and inner shells, with over twice the material most competitors use in their shells. The aluminum frame runs on 3,500-lb twin axles with leaf springs and quad shocks, which makes towing more stable. Hardware is marine-grade stainless. The base model includes more standard features than many competitors’ upgrade packages.

RV financing is available through our dealer partnerships. See tailored plans on our Travel Trailers Financing page.

Connect with your nearest Oliver Dealer for trade-in options.

Oliver doesn’t do production-line customs anymore. Early-owner feedback helped shape our current standards and option packages, so most of the common requests are already built into the upgrade packages. Review the Premium and Platinum packages and the individual add-ons to personalize your build.

The Legacy Elite is 18’5″ on a single axle with a 5,000-lb GVWR and one floor plan. The Legacy Elite II is 23’6″ on a tandem axle with a 7,000-lb GVWR and two floor plan options (standard or twin bed). Same construction method, different size class.

Tow ratings vary by configuration (engine, transmission, springs). A 2013 Ford F-150, for example, ranges from 5,500 to 11,000 lbs depending on trim. Most modern half-ton trucks can handle the Legacy Elite II’s 7,000-lb GVWR or the Legacy Elite’s 5,000-lb GVWR. Match your truck’s rated tow limit to the trailer’s GVWR or above.

Bring: water filter, socket set, wheel chocks, jack blocks, levelers, flashlight, emergency kit, and tire gauge. See our blogs for more delivery-day tips.

Both models can comfortably sleep up to 3 people.

Gel coat—hallmark of cars, boats, planes—shines like fresh auto paint. Wash and wax regularly; zap bird droppings and sap fast; shelter when idle. Preserve that pristine glow for epic miles.

There are three ways to transfer heat: Conduction (through a solid material), Convection (through air space), and Radiant (reflective heat transmission.) Oliver uses materials and construction techniques to take advantage of all three. The fiberglass hulls provide conductive insulation, while the built-in air gap between the inner and outer hull provides convective protection, just like you would find in a double-sided insulated cup. The Oliver is fully insulated between the exterior and interior shells with an insulated double-sided radiant barrier, best described as follows: “Reflective aluminum foil on each side of a 5mm (13/64 inch) polyethylene bubble center.”

“*Polyethylene Bubble + Radiant barrier + Vapor Barrier + Air Gap Barrier”.

This unique material combines radiant, convective, and conductive protection. The foil radiates heat back into the camper in the winter or away from the camper in the summer. The foam insulation is infused with billions of tiny air bubbles that provide convective protection, while the foam provides conductive protection. This powerful product is only 13/64″ thick and provides an R16 insulation rating. You would need approximately 4 3/4″ of standard fiberglass batt insulation to equal this performance. Our insulation serves as a radiant, vapor, and air barrier, making camping at any temperature a pleasurable experience.

Ditch the dirt, mold, and allergens—Oliver skips carpet traps for seamless sound-dampening and all-weather temp control. Our hypoallergenic gel-coat interiors? Effortless clean, pure adventure bliss.

Effortless campside setup: Electric three-point stabilization jacks deploy via trailer switches. Pair with RV leveling blocks for flawless leveling.

Fresh Water Tank = Design Capacity 32 Gal.
Gray Water Tank = Design Capacity 32 Gal.
Black Water Tank = Design Capacity 15 Gal.

We offer optional true sine wave inverters to help you utilize all of your 110v outlets while protecting your sensitive electronics. This allows you to run your microwave and other electronics as long as you have sufficient battery capacity. Large items can draw your battery bank down, so be conservative in your use.

Our standard awning is a powered awning that can automatically retract in high wind conditions.

All of our travel trailers models and components manuals can be found on the Oliver University webpage.

You may also ask other Oliver owners on our forum webpage. They will be happy to help!

Depending on your specific needs, there are a couple of different options. The first option would be to take your Oliver to the nearest Oliver RV Dealer/Service Shop. If one is not nearby, our service manager can put you in touch with a great RV service station near you. In some cases, it is better to bring your Oliver back to the factory. For more information, please call us at 1-888-526-3978, or you may submit a ticket using our service form.

First sweep it with soft bristle broom to remove any loose dirt or debris. Then simply mop with a Swiffer. It’s that easy.

Transportation Grade Gel Coat is tough, but it’s relatively easy to repair if a rock chip does happen. Matching color is not a problem even several years down the road because of the added UV protectant in our Bright White Gel Coat. We suggest some type of mud flap on the tow vehicle to help prevent rocks from being thrown against the trailer. Airstream offers a rock guard on some models, but the aluminum will become dented by stones over time. These dents will be much larger and more noticeable than the tiny chips that could potentially happen to the fiberglass (our travel trailers won’t dent), even in large hail storms.

For this reason, many insurance companies charge higher premiums for aluminum trailers. One other suggestion would be to look at the 3M products website. They make a product called Clear Mask that can protect the front of your trailer and is easy to replace every few years if needed. The bottom line is anything can happen, and if you travel, the ALCAN HWY chips will happen but can be fixed quickly and cheaply. However, most of our customers have had little to no problems with chips in the fiberglass. Please look to our Owner forums and ask actual owners about their experiences.

We recommend a 3500w generator which will provide enough power for the Oliver and will also run the AC.

You must repack the wheel bearing periodically for models without the Dexter Nev-R Lube Axle. From Dexter: Along with bearing adjustment, proper lubrication is essential to your trailer axle’s current function and reliability. Bearings should be lubricated every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

Repacking the wheel bearing is not required for new models that feature the Dexter Nev-R Lube Axles.

The lug nuts should be torqued to 110 ft/lbs.

There are many great wash and wax products out there. Most owners use products for fiberglass boats. We recommend 3M Marine wash and wax or any products made by Shurhold. For a quick clean and shine of a not-so-dirty trailer, we recommend Serious Shine by Shurhold.
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We have created Oliver Winterization videos post and you can also find more videos on our YouTube channel.