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Forum: 1984 - 1989 Sovereign 08-30-2023, 02:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,157
Posted By John Oliver
while replacing battery inadvertently shorted...

while replacing battery inadvertently shorted battery against trailer siding. AC system works perfectly, 12v system dead. Nothing works... am looking at 12v panel and can find no blown fuses... ...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 02-06-2022, 03:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,584
Posted By John Oliver
vets ID

DD 214 + "valid drivers license" to local DMV. DMV issues new photo ID DL with "Veteran" designation.

10 minutes and $5.00 gets it done in Maryland. They even have special service window for Vets....
Forum: General Interior Topics 02-06-2022, 02:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,210
Posted By John Oliver
Arrow Mattresses - mattress toppers

Looking to upgrade bedding. any suggestions appreciated. Looking specifically for single bed for rear - curved portion
Forum: General Repair Forum 08-20-2021, 12:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 926
Posted By John Oliver
Fantastic fan roof vent motor replacement

Need advice on how to replace the fan motor on rooftop Fantastic fan. Motor seizes up, but will usually restart if you remove interior cover and give it a manual flip - a la early airplane motors.....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 10-21-2019, 07:43 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,193
Posted By John Oliver
Over kill

Three or four good hefty paper clips should suffice !!! In lieu of WD, add a couple more clips for "sway control" ! ! Only problem with that rig is that you might forget Bambi is back there !!
Forum: Awnings 11-13-2018, 01:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,088
Posted By John Oliver
Good observation, awning longer than 10-12 ft is...

Good observation, awning longer than 10-12 ft is too long for one person to deploy! I had Marti make a 21-0" awning for my 31' foot Soverign. Bad idea, eventually sent it back to her and had it...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 11-13-2018, 01:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,654
Posted By John Oliver
Smile Propane Tanks

I find the most accurate method is to observe my gas appliances. When the stove top / oven /fridge or how water heater stop working , the tank is empty. I then switch over to second tank and take...
Forum: On The Road... 11-06-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 818
Posted By John Oliver
Land Yacht Campground, Charleston, SC

Does anyone have any recent info regarding the status of the proposed Land Yacht Campground in Charleston, SC. Would appreciate any current info.

Thanks
Forum: General Repair Forum 04-21-2018, 03:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,709
Posted By John Oliver
IMO majority of furnace ignition problems are...

IMO majority of furnace ignition problems are related to low voltage from batteries. Weak battery will run fan, etc. but will NOT support ignition. Check battery/batteries and also check to insure...
Forum: Furnaces, Heaters, Fireplaces & Air Conditioning 04-18-2018, 12:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,211
Posted By John Oliver
Blower Fan replacement

Has anyone had experience with replacing the blower fan/motor on NT30S model Suburban furnace. Furnace works well - heats great - and is generally in good shape. Occasionally blower fan/motor...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 03-28-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,258
Posted By John Oliver
I have used similar set up with Champion for 6 +...

I have used similar set up with Champion for 6 + years. Chances that you damaged gen set are minimal. Having been in construction business for 40+ years, we have used generators under almost any...
Forum: Refrigerators 11-01-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 249
Views: 47,413
Posted By John Oliver
I always travel with the gas ON. Keep the...

I always travel with the gas ON. Keep the freezer as full as possible to conserve colder temps.

Since we Boondock, almost exclusively, in order to conserve battery power, I generally turn...
Forum: Airstream Lifestyle 11-01-2017, 08:28 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,079
Posted By John Oliver
Thumbs up 25 vs 27'

We have 31-0 Soverign and camp, mostly boon docking 2-3 months a year. Just returned from 14 week journey West from Annapolis, MD to Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Canada, South Dakota and various...
Forum: Plumbing - Systems & Fixtures 10-17-2017, 03:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,475
Posted By John Oliver
Thumbs up Shower pan repair

My 31-0 1986 Soverign has a slight crack in the shower pan. It is mid-bath model. Pan is made of plastic??? I think but not positive. Would a typical "West System" fiberglass/epoxy patch and repair...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 08-18-2017, 10:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,850
Posted By John Oliver
Ground Fault

Thanks for all the input. Guess I didn't live to be old by being equally stupid. 50 amp receptacle WAS wired incorrectly - as some of you surmised - hot to ground, thus AS was "energized". We...
Forum: Electronics & Connectivity 07-18-2017, 05:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,850
Posted By John Oliver
Grounding Fault - Semi Emergency

Trailer is parker in lot at auto repair center. Will have to remain overnite, waiting for parts. Mechanic volunteered to let us use 50 A power if we want to spend nite in AS.

Plugged into...
Forum: The Rally Zone 06-22-2017, 05:46 PM
Replies: 800
Views: 139,230
Posted By John Oliver
Early Arrival

Dear John, ( always like the way that sounds)

It appears that we will be in Coastal SC for most of the month of October. What is protocol for early arrival - say Tuesday or Wednesday??
...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 06-18-2017, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,257
Posted By John Oliver
"Jumper" for trailer running lights

I have seen an advertisement somewhere recently for a small "jumper" type device which plugs into TT wiring harness and allows the TT running lights to be displayed while the TT is disconnected from...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-19-2016, 07:54 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,455
Posted By John Oliver
Door latch

Thanks for all the input! Yes, my Soverign does have the grab handle and like others, I have used a series of different "wooden wedges" thru grab handle to keep door shut. I was hoping to find...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-18-2016, 12:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,455
Posted By John Oliver
Thanks I know what u mean about the getting...

Thanks I know what u mean about the getting "locked in" vs locked out. Being a sailor for 40+ years, I am familiar with all the exterior slide bolt type locks. Was thinking about some type of bolt...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-18-2016, 12:33 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,455
Posted By John Oliver
Thanks I know what u mean about the getting...

Thanks I know what u mean about the getting "locked in" vs locked out. Being a sailor for 40+ years, I am familiar with all the exterior slide bolt type locks. Was thinking about some type of bolt...
Forum: Doors & Locks 05-18-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 14,455
Posted By John Oliver
Securing Entry Door while underway

Any ideas, suggestions, etc. as to how to secure entry door while traveling. My 1986 31' Soverign has rearward opening "suicide door" with nothing except main lock/latch to prevent catastrophic...
Forum: Sprinter and B-van Forum 01-08-2016, 12:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 9,421
Posted By John Oliver
Likewise, has anyone had experience with the...

Likewise, has anyone had experience with the ferries on the Outer Banks on NC - especially the small ferry from Hatteras to Ocracoke Island ? Have 31 ft Soverign and would like to spend a week or so...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 09-27-2015, 01:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 11,045
Posted By John Oliver
wireless back up cams

I-Ball Cam from Amazon, less than $100 and shipped free to Prime customers. Comes with nice little color monitor which plugs into any 12v accessory outlet. Camera is battery powered and has...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-09-2015, 10:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,893
Posted By John Oliver
Do you have any info available that you could...

Do you have any info available that you could share on the trip details? Very interested in trip North in 2016

Thanks
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-09-2015, 09:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,893
Posted By John Oliver
do you have any info available that you could...

do you have any info available that you could share on the trip details ??

Thanks
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