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06-06-2008, 02:07 PM
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Rivet Master 
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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Airstream look-alike, only better~
You be the judge.
I got my June, 2K8 issue of RVBusiness magazine and, on page 16, featured this introduction article of: Oliver Trailers Targets Fuel-Conscious Buyer.
WOW, talk about look-alike..My old 64 GT would love to look this nice`
Here's a link to the website and, company's info.
Copy of Campers Vegas 021 | Oliver Travel Trailers
I have to admit the long list of standard options and, the aluminum frame got my attention~
But, at 2600lbs and, $19,500 full retail..(read those "retail" numbers!) seemed hard to beat.
specifications:
Oliver Legacy Classic - Standard Features | Oliver Travel Trailers
Forgive me Wally...  
BTW, They're also offered in white and dark blue as well as this red color..
now, where did I leave my sunglasses??
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06-06-2008, 02:26 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 25' Flying Cloud
Airstream - Other
Airstream - Other
North Central Texas
, USA
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 1,003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 53flyingcloud
You be the judge.
I got my June, 2K8 issue of RVBusiness magazine and, on page 16, featured this introduction article of: Oliver Trailers Targets Fuel-Conscious Buyer.
WOW, talk about look-alike..My old 64 GT would love to look this nice`
Here's a link to the website and, company's info.
Copy of Campers Vegas 021 | Oliver Travel Trailers
I have to admit the long list of standard options and, the aluminum frame got my attention~
But, at 2600lbs and, $19,500 full retail..(read those "retail" numbers!) seemed hard to beat.
specifications:
Oliver Legacy Classic - Standard Features | Oliver Travel Trailers
Forgive me Wally...
BTW, They're also offered in white and dark blue as well as this red color..
now, where did I leave my sunglasses??
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That's nothing but a 17' Casita (made in Rice, Texas) with a fancy paint job, or 'custom' gel coat. -had one in white, liked it very much!!!! Maybe you could have one done in Silver....
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06-06-2008, 02:30 PM
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Rivet Master
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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These are different, made in Hohenwald, Tenn.
I know abt the ones you're referring to.
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06-06-2008, 02:36 PM
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Tom, the Uber Disney Fan
2006 30' Safari
Orlando
, Florida
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 4,693
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Is it just me, or does that thing come with a stripper's pole? 
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2008 F-250 Lariat Power Stroke Diesel Crew Cab SWB
Family of Disney Fanatics
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https://streaminacrossamerica.com/
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06-06-2008, 02:40 PM
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Rivet Master
1984 29' Sovereign
Savannah
, Missouri
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 3,478
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No, it's not just you...I wondered myself what the heck???
Maybe it's for pulling yourself up out of bed...for those 2 am runs to the bathroom..??
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06-06-2008, 02:59 PM
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Rivet Master 
1956 22' Safari
2015 27' Flying Cloud
Vintage Kin Owner
Conifer/Evergreen
, Colorado
Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 12,702
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Originally Posted by 53flyingcloud
You be the judge.
WOW, talk about look-alike..My old 64 GT would love to look this nice`
Forgive me Wally...
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No confusion here...too much white shiny molded plastic on the interior, I'd feel like I was camping/sleeping in a shower stall!
Shari 
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06-06-2008, 03:11 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
St. Catharines
, South Western Ontario
Join Date: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,367
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It looks good in white.
The SUV out in front isn't doing the aerodynamics of the trailer any favours.
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06-06-2008, 03:13 PM
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Aluminut
2004 25' Safari
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, Illinois
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 10,477
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06-06-2008, 03:18 PM
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3 Rivet Member 
1973 25' Tradewind
Romulus
, New York
Join Date: Feb 2008
Posts: 139
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God sized wet bath. What's up with the telescoping toungue?
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06-06-2008, 04:04 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 7,801
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Well since you asked...
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Originally Posted by jayray5
.... What's up with the telescoping toungue?
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Can you say "Gene Simmons" of Kiss? 
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06-06-2008, 04:05 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 25' Flying Cloud
Airstream - Other
Airstream - Other
North Central Texas
, USA
Join Date: Jan 2004
Posts: 1,003
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Road Ruler
It looks good in white.
The SUV out in front isn't doing the aerodynamics of the trailer any favours.
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With that front view I can see the minor differences from a Casita, but that is one heck of a close knock-off! (There's no window on the front of the 17' Casita-the 'rise' -6'2" inside height- in the middle gives off the model).
The only real problem is all the weight of the A/C, H2O, battery etc. above and behind the axle, I had a lot of trouble with sway.
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06-06-2008, 04:34 PM
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Rivet Master
2011 25' FB Flying Cloud
Anywhere &
, Everywhere
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,090
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The Casita is a fine little trailer. Had one for 6 1/2 years and took it to 49 States and 10 Canadian Provinces. If I hadn't gone fulltime and wanted something a little larger I'd likely still have one. I had far fewer problems with the Casita then I've had with my AS. They hold their value even better than Airstream and you'll never have to worrk about filiform corrosion.
The Oliver is a better built trailer according to people I've talked to who have been in one. I've seen one on the road but never up close. It's amazing how much they've packed into it including a built in satellite dish. Also Oliver is supposedly coming out with a 20' dual axle version by the end of this year. If they do it should be a big seller.
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06-06-2008, 06:57 PM
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Rivet Master
1977 27' Overlander
1973 27' Overlander
1963 19' Globetrotter
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,259
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Couldn`t they have came up with a better name,sounds like a tractor to me.
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06-06-2008, 07:16 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 28' International
Currently Looking...
New Orleans
, Louisiana
Join Date: Apr 2002
Posts: 2,077
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Quote:
Originally Posted by easyride
Couldn`t they have came up with a better name,sounds like a tractor to me.
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But it is not painted green.
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2012 International Serenity 28
2005 Safari 25 SS Traded
1968 Globetrotter Sold
2011 F150 Ecoboost
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06-06-2008, 07:40 PM
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Retired.
Currently Looking...
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, At Large
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 21,276
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Originally Posted by jayray5
Good sized wet bath. What's up with the telescoping toungue?
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I was reading the specs, it says it has "powered brakes". Maybe the "powered brakes" are surge brakes. If so, it would explain the tongue. It would also aggravate any sway, as the tongue will slop around a bit.
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06-06-2008, 07:51 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Colville
, Washington
Join Date: Mar 2006
Posts: 1,033
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Can I get it in Orange? 
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Currently Looking
2001 Dodge Ram 1500
2001 Honda XR650R
Currently Looking...for an Avion Truck Camper (or a Classic Argosy MoHo)
"In regione caecorum rex est luscus." GP 
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06-06-2008, 08:08 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2007 25' Safari SS SE
Alton
, Illinois
Join Date: Sep 2007
Posts: 75
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Oliver
Yeah but the Oliver was a GOOD tractor!
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06-06-2008, 08:29 PM
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Retired.
Currently Looking...
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, At Large
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 21,276
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Quote:
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Originally Posted by silver ghost
Yeah but the Oliver was a GOOD tractor!
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But it doesn't look much like the trailer... Wonder what sway control should be used to tow the Oliver trailer with the Oliver tractor?
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Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy, and taste good with ketchup.
Terry
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06-06-2008, 09:14 PM
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Site Team
1974 31' Sovereign
Ottawa
, ON
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 11,219
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Wow, you got to admit, the red paint looks good. Although it mae me think of a Coke cooler when I first glanced at it...
Quote:
Originally Posted by 53flyingcloud
You be the judge.
I got my June, 2K8 issue of RVBusiness magazine and, on page 16, featured this introduction article of: Oliver Trailers Targets Fuel-Conscious Buyer.
WOW, talk about look-alike..My old 64 GT would love to look this nice`
Here's a link to the website and, company's info.
Copy of Campers Vegas 021 | Oliver Travel Trailers
I have to admit the long list of standard options and, the aluminum frame got my attention~
But, at 2600lbs and, $19,500 full retail..(read those "retail" numbers!) seemed hard to beat.
specifications:
Oliver Legacy Classic - Standard Features | Oliver Travel Trailers
Forgive me Wally...
BTW, They're also offered in white and dark blue as well as this red color..
now, where did I leave my sunglasses??
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06-07-2008, 05:15 AM
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Restorations done right
Commercial Member
1962 26' Overlander
1961 26' Overlander
Vintage Kin Owner
Currently Looking...
Baltimore
, Maryland
Join Date: Aug 2007
Posts: 5,545
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Quote:
Originally Posted by easyride
Couldn`t they have came up with a better name,sounds like a tractor to me.
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It sound like an industrial tool to me. Oliver was one of the finest pieces if machinery back in the day. many woodworking shops still use them daily.
You can have that trailer, too much plastic for me. I do like the stripper pole.
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