Oliver Trailers - From the Ground Up ⬆️Factory Tour

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  • čas přidán 29. 12. 2018
  • We really loved the factory tour!
    Everyone we dealt with was incredibly kind and accommodating and they went out of their way to explain everything to us. The quality craftsmanship and attention to detail is really what sets Oliver apart. If you are in the area and are interested in molded fiberglass trailers, this tour is a must do.
    The Legacy Elite II and is now on our vision board. A huge thanks to Phil, Heather, Rodney and the entire Oliver family!
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Komentáře • 364

  • @MAgaSUXX
    @MAgaSUXX Před 5 lety +6

    This guide is OUTSTANDING...geez he seems so intent to make us understand how these are made..I have been looking /looking look.....ing......tired of loooooking...and this is IT!!! Great video...great quality and great video quality...you guys are wonderful...thank you so much!!!

  • @stevencastillo9690
    @stevencastillo9690 Před 5 lety +43

    WOW!! You guys did such a great job recording the tour. The salesman know his stuff. They couldn't have done a better sales pitch than this video. It really shows the quality of their product.

  • @HabitualButtonPusher
    @HabitualButtonPusher Před 5 lety +54

    It's very rare to get such an in-depth look into the rv manufacturing process. Thanks for sharing.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +4

      Definitely. Most manufacturers hide it for fear of losing their trademark ideas. It just makes me feel like they have something to hide. It was amazing to see an industry leader so open and honest about their process.

    • @briankaplan1482
      @briankaplan1482 Před 5 lety

      Are you guys getting one or staying with the Casita?
      @@DoriMena

  • @ronwasser4852
    @ronwasser4852 Před 5 lety +18

    WOW, What An Excellent Tour!!! seems as though this company has thought of everything.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      Very true, thanks for watching

  • @Dave-sw2dm
    @Dave-sw2dm Před 4 lety +6

    I didn't realize this was a movie length video when I clicked on it. Wow! Great job making this video. I was camping in the bed of my truck at David Crockett State Park this past spring and saw one of those Oliver trailers that the new owner had just picked up from the factory. He gave me a quick look see at it. Very nice.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      Thanks for watching! It’s a long one but interesting

  • @everintransit4240
    @everintransit4240 Před 3 lety +2

    That factory is for most part clean as a whistle.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Agreed. They have a great assembly line and QC there. Thanks for watching!

  • @rikmorel4870
    @rikmorel4870 Před 3 lety +3

    All I can say is WoW - i'm really impressed with this facility. Amazing. Thanks for sharing!

  • @paulbailey5915
    @paulbailey5915 Před 3 lety +6

    Great video and an in-depth look into the manufacturing process. Oliver certainly are ahead of the competition. Watching other RV manufacturing makes me fear buying an RV. Oliver puts my mind at ease. Hoping they will evolve into a slightly larger model, say 26 ft. with the goal to get a dry bath, larger compressor refrigerator and a more comfortable lounging dinette.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety +1

      Couldn't agree more! I've heard that Escape Trailer Industries is now making a 24' trailer, if you are interested. Thanks for watching!

    • @paulbailey5915
      @paulbailey5915 Před 3 lety

      @@DoriMena Thanks for letting me know. I called Oliver recently and they said they are looking into a larger Oliver.. 2-3 year range

  • @jayjdietrich
    @jayjdietrich Před 5 lety +7

    "This is your propeller, so if you want to turn this thing into a boat or an airplane, it just depends on which way you're pointing." LOL!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      Lol!! it's a boat, it's a plane.. oh no just a rv. Thanks for watching,

  • @kentwilliams4152
    @kentwilliams4152 Před 3 lety +2

    That is one BIG factory complex!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      No kidding! They have space to spare. Thanks for watching!

  • @Michyhauser
    @Michyhauser Před 5 lety +15

    Wow amazing video! This guy knows his product and proud of it and you guys did great with this tour!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Like you said, our guide made it easy. He was extremely knowledgeable and made it fun. Thanks for watching!

  • @laurenkeon3267
    @laurenkeon3267 Před 4 lety +6

    Incredible!! Fascinated and I thought it would b boring!! awesome company.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      Glad you enjoyed it! More to come

  • @carolmadge4012
    @carolmadge4012 Před 5 lety +5

    I could not stop watching, great video! Can't wait for the interior video, wow! Thank you!😀

  • @macbeckett259
    @macbeckett259 Před 5 lety +19

    "Don't Spit in My Box." Hilarious!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      😂! Yes that was funny. Thanks for watching

    • @MAgaSUXX
      @MAgaSUXX Před 5 lety +1

      I was going to post that...thanks for doing it for me..:)

  • @fringedwellermccatintyre730

    I am so very impressed with Oliver. At this point, I've been sitting here for an hour and a half, and can't wait to watch the latest version tonight. Probably will see lithium by now.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety +1

      Here’s hoping! They’re innovators, so if not this year, I’m certain it will be soon.

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety +2

      @@DoriMena They have lithium now! :)

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety +2

      And it’s about time!!!

  • @andrewkesner9159
    @andrewkesner9159 Před 5 lety +4

    Loved it! Thank you so much for doing this. Love Oliver and you guys!

  • @HankHill757
    @HankHill757 Před 5 lety +6

    Awesome, in depth tour! The quality is so much better than anything else on the market. They’re expensive, but we’ll worth the price if you use your trailer allot.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Thanks for watching!! The Oliver is a great trailer.

  • @edithp.7213
    @edithp.7213 Před 5 lety +5

    Thank you so very much for this tour...you saved us a trip to the factory! I loved all the details you talked about. Those trailers are very impressive and on the top of my wish list!

  • @PidasianHippie
    @PidasianHippie Před 5 lety +9

    Excellent video Dori and Mena. Oliver has been on the top of my list as a forever RV if I decide that this is a life for me long term. They are much better built than any other on the market. Mena, I had to laugh when you said that battery tray was going on your vision board. After having to change the battery in Casita's tiny little compartment this year, I can totally agree. Happy New Year!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Happy New year Pidasian and thanks for watching!

  • @walk-tall-hikes
    @walk-tall-hikes Před 3 lety +4

    So I'm thinking about buying an Oliver trailer when I retire and this pretty much cemented my decision to do so. I watched a ton of videos on the pros and cons of cheap vs good trailers and what I don't understand is people complain about how cheap other trailers are made and that they're only produced to make a profit, and yet the same people will complain about how expensive an Oliver or an airstream is. You get what you pay for, and I will gladly pay the money for a trailer built this well. And in reality they're not as expensive as most people think. Compare the price of their big trailer to the price of a large pickup truck. Which one is overpriced? In my opinion the truck is, The trailer will outlast the truck 10 to 1.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety +2

      That is a great point and why we chose a molded fiberglass trailer to start with. The truck is a tool and depreciates with use. A trailer that can be on the road for 30+ years will depreciate much more slowly. We think you are making a great decision. All trailers have pros and cons, it just depends on your particular lifestyle and needs. We always say get the RV you need and not the one you want. It will save you tons of headaches later on. Thanks for watching and thanks for your comment!

    • @macexpert7247
      @macexpert7247 Před 3 lety

      Still need a decent truck to pull the RV 🤗

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety +1

      @@DoriMena Right. Not to mention that with other trailers and they way they're built, you'll save money up front, for sure. But, you'll be spending even more on maintenance and repairs .. emphasis on repairs. True quality costs more. In my humble opinion, it's worth it.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Agreed.

    • @gregmoessner3104
      @gregmoessner3104 Před 7 měsíci

      As you posted 3 years ago you haven’t seen how crazy prices will get.

  • @mjrwey
    @mjrwey Před 3 lety +3

    Wow ive seen dozens of factory tours and this has got to be at the top of the pack for quality and well thought out design. Top quality of course costs money. But you're actually getting what you pay for. Ive seen some trailers with the top prices and bottom quality

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety +1

      Us too. This manufacturer is a breath of fresh air. Thanks for watching!

  • @robtankbuster5215
    @robtankbuster5215 Před 5 lety +4

    Great video, love factory tours and this factory is just down the road from us in Tennessee.

  • @robreighter2851
    @robreighter2851 Před 5 lety +2

    Outstanding video! Thank you for all your time and hard work!!!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      It’s a pleasure. Thanks for watching!

  • @geraldhenrickson7472
    @geraldhenrickson7472 Před 5 lety +3

    What a tour. Thanks!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      It’s a pleasure. Thanks for watching!!

  • @kirksway1
    @kirksway1 Před 5 lety +3

    thank you for this video. So many of my fiberglass and construction questions have been answered in this segment.

  • @ExpertGTAMortgage
    @ExpertGTAMortgage Před rokem +1

    This was an amazing factory tour. Really highlighted differences in build, materials, and price between Oliver and Escape trailers, which are both fiberglas. That inside upper and lower shell makes all the difference.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před rokem

      True. And this was filmed several years ago. It had advanced and changed greatly since then. That’s what we love about Oliver. They listen to their customers and incorporate innovations more quickly than most manufacturers.

  • @JamesJLaRue
    @JamesJLaRue Před 4 lety +2

    Only 2 things stopping me from Oliver ownership - lack of towing capacity in my current vehicle and lack of spending capacity in my current bank account. I love the design. Though I'd like to see a smaller option as well for us solo travelers.

  • @gogochem4898
    @gogochem4898 Před 3 lety +2

    This was great! Thank you for doing this video. I learned so much.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

  • @StellarFella
    @StellarFella Před 2 lety +2

    The interior is so clinically white and monotonous that I suggest installing different colored accent lights throughout so you can have visual variety to break that inherent monotony.
    I like the idea of a trailer that is made to stay warmer in cold climates.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

  • @raydavison8498
    @raydavison8498 Před 5 lety +3

    Awesome video , thanks for Sharing

  • @traveldreamer4616
    @traveldreamer4616 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic tour. Informative and fun. Definitely a quality product. Thank you for sharing.

  • @davidl9372
    @davidl9372 Před 2 lety +1

    I.m impressed with that they were allowed to film the factory tour with such good detail.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Thanks and thanks for watching!

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety +1

      Your statement is true, as most wouldn't! It brings me back to the thought I was raised with: Those who have nothing to hide, hide nothing. They are very proud of their product, and rightly so! I love that they won't compromise quality to 'speed up' the process. I'm planning on ordering one, since I can't see to find a used one for sale that isn't sold the first hour it's listed! It'll be worth the wait! :)

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      The anticipation can be so delicious. Enjoy!

  • @wanderluts1755
    @wanderluts1755 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for videoing your tour. Although we did not get to go on a tour ourselves, we now know how our “new to us” Elite II was definitely built to last.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Indeed it was! Amazing you found one preowned. They sell really fast.

  • @ottomaguire2443
    @ottomaguire2443 Před 4 lety +1

    Incredible factory tour he truly does sell the reason why you're buying excellence

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      Agreed. It was very thorough and thoughtfully designed.

  • @wolfganghofmann3977
    @wolfganghofmann3977 Před 5 lety +5

    Great tour thanks ! Oliver makes awesome trailers , just a bit expensive , we went with the escape.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Good Choice! you can't go wrong with the Escape. Thanks for watching.

  • @jjsemperfi
    @jjsemperfi Před 3 lety +2

    Wish they made a larger model. Thanks for the tour!

  • @Allen-yv3ue
    @Allen-yv3ue Před 5 lety +5

    Thanks -absolutely the ''Rolls Royce'' in fiberglass trailers...great tour!

  • @thabeckslife
    @thabeckslife Před 4 lety

    Thank you so much for the tour it was really mind opening and educational.

  • @GSC727
    @GSC727 Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent tour of a beautiful trailer.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

  • @tattiebogle
    @tattiebogle Před 5 lety +3

    Very interesting tour. Thanks.

  • @briankaplan1482
    @briankaplan1482 Před 5 lety +2

    Definitely saving up to buy one of these trailers! They are amazing!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      They really are. Also check out the escape trailer. The price is in Canadian dollars, they are a little cheaper but also good quality.

    • @briankaplan1482
      @briankaplan1482 Před 5 lety +1

      Oh I definitely have, but here's the thing. If you're in an Escape in freezing temps I hear a lot of people get condensation. I think that is eliminated in the double hull right? I can totally understand why the Oliver is approaching 60K.
      @@DoriMena

  • @barrycraig1169
    @barrycraig1169 Před 4 lety +1

    I can’t believe I live very close to this facility. I’m going to drive over very soon! Thanks for the video.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      It’s a pleasure! It was a great tour.

  • @veizour
    @veizour Před 3 lety

    Super detailed and epic walkthrough. Thanks!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching.

  • @dareil2000
    @dareil2000 Před 5 lety +3

    Thanks I really enjoy this video

  • @123JumpingJacks
    @123JumpingJacks Před 2 lety

    When I watch RV factory tours I usually see a spokesman showing how precise his machinery is. And, I think about all the jobs that are lost because of the machine he is highlighting. This tour made me think about About how well constructed this travel trailer is. Thanks for sharing this.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      It's our absolute pleasure. We're glad you appreciated it!

  • @joracer1
    @joracer1 Před 3 lety +1

    Impressive! Oliver

  • @chaleurphantom1
    @chaleurphantom1 Před 4 lety +1

    Fantastic and Detailed factory tour. A knowledgeable, intelligent factory representative and you asked a lot of great questions. Very well done.
    The trailers are extremely well built. The are of the same quality of the high end powerboat manufacturers; Searay, Chaparral, Doral etc...
    This is easily a 50 yr trailer with simple maintenance and a yearly marine wax.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      We loved the tour too! Thanks for watching.

  • @ES-zz5yj
    @ES-zz5yj Před 3 lety

    And getting back to our campers. Wow she should be doing the Tours

  • @dfj555
    @dfj555 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow, such an amazing factory tour. I just purchased a NOBO 19.3 Trailer, and I wish I would have seen this before making my purchase.

  • @bobmariano3731
    @bobmariano3731 Před rokem +1

    👍⚾️ wish they made a larger trailer with full bath / shower . Awesome quality. 👍⚾️

  • @66block84
    @66block84 Před 5 lety

    Saw a few of these at the Dome Rock Fiberglass RV get together this year in Quartzite, Arizona. Was very impressed seeing them in person and very impressed seeing the construction process from begining to end. Now just need to win a lottery to afford one & the truck to pull it.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      We love them. They are awesome. Thanks for watching

  • @Uneklyme
    @Uneklyme Před 5 lety +1

    Awesome video you two!! just found your channel a week ago and this video is great. wish i could of worked here at the factory...WOW!!! you two are so lucky!! :)

  • @Nohoana45
    @Nohoana45 Před 10 měsíci

    Loved this video! Undeniable quality, pride in workmanship. I'm so sold on this brand!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 10 měsíci

      Thanks for your comment

  • @philo5096
    @philo5096 Před 5 lety +16

    Total quality, their just too expensive. And great looking too.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +8

      That kind of quality usually comes at a price. It’s a trade off. You sacrifice the budget for living more luxuriously. Thanks so much for watching.

    • @gardnerberry113
      @gardnerberry113 Před 5 lety +8

      You get what you pay for.

    • @petricedobson7836
      @petricedobson7836 Před 5 lety +2

      Dori & Mena what’s the base price for one of these??

    • @terisalund3367
      @terisalund3367 Před 4 lety

      They look really well made and well thought out , except....cooking. No prep space, cooking area extemely small and the sink is so small you could prob only wash cups. So for almost $50,000 starting price you are also eating out alot or microwaving prepacked foods that don't need clean up.

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety +2

      @@gardnerberry113 Yep! What you save upfront in buying others, you make up for in repairs costs.

  • @JoseRamirez-dl7jt
    @JoseRamirez-dl7jt Před 5 lety +6

    Dori and Mena - Awesome video! I’m almost sold. As soon as my little one is off to college in three years, I will probably pull the trigger on getting one of these trailers. Hopefully Oliver will pay you guys referral fees for all the trailers this video will sell in the future.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +2

      That would be nice 😊 Thanks for watching

    • @JoseRamirez-dl7jt
      @JoseRamirez-dl7jt Před 5 lety +1

      Dori & Mena - I can tell you this much, if I decide to go with Oliver Travel Trailers, it will not only be nice for you guys, it will be part of the contract. Thank you guys again for informing us of these great options out there. Please keep the vids coming.

    • @JoseRamirez-dl7jt
      @JoseRamirez-dl7jt Před 5 lety +2

      Btw, it would be the same if would purchase a Casita and/or an Escape. I hope your followers buying any of the great market options follow suit.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      That’s so kind. Thanks for saying so

    • @Michyhauser
      @Michyhauser Před 5 lety +1

      I agree Jose .... im gonna pull the trigger in a couple years too.

  • @rickyt739
    @rickyt739 Před 4 lety

    Great tour!!

  • @shamrock893
    @shamrock893 Před 3 lety +1

    Ive been watching Rv videos for years and ive noticed its always rainy days for people who Travel in trailors or RV’s. Lol

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Those are the best days for filming...LOL. IT gets us out of the trailer to stretch our legs. Just kidding. We had to schedule in advance so it was decided weeks before we arrived. Luckily the tour was indoors.

  • @doncatch1
    @doncatch1 Před 2 lety

    Wow, great stuff.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching!

  • @Just_an_Ol_man_and_his_guitar

    Awesome video, great presentation by you guys and the Oliver sales/tech person! I recently took the Oliver factory tour in Holenwald, Tn (about one hour) (7/20/21) very informative! However, your tour guy was very informative even more so! I’m in the process of my investigative process to purchase an Oliver legacy Elite II with a few options! Awesome product! Can’t wait!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety +1

      I’m so excited for you!!! The hardest part will be waiting for it to be completed.

  • @elizabethport4816
    @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety

    WOW! I just watched this video last night, in it's entirety! I'm on the left coast with animals to care for, so not able to schedule an actual physical tour at this time. I feel as if I was with you on that tour!! Great job with the details and great questions. It made me even more determined to make an Elite II mine. 💕. I've also watched a lot of videos of the insides of these and love the layout, which for just me, would work out perfect! In trying to be thorough, I did go to several dealerships to look at other manufacturers offerings in several categories. Each time I was mentally comparing them and always keep coming back to Oliver. Just read through all these comments, and learned even more from some of the comments, questions and suggestions. Even some of the criticisms weren't necessarily misplaced and it's good to voice them so they can be addressed. I'm Much more confident in my decision now, Thank You!😻

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety +1

      I also have visited a Lot of owner's forums for various RV's and general RV forums as well to see how the actual owners are liking them. Glad the Oliver is a SOLID option!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety +1

      We’re so glad you found the video helpful!!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety +1

      A very solid option. Agreed!

  • @gsansoucie
    @gsansoucie Před 5 lety +2

    We are Airstream koolaid folks, but the Oliver piques our interest. Just wish they had a larger model. Excellent video. Oliver in the Airstream community gets a lot of respect (I liked the Airstream mention towards the end).

  • @OldGoatStillGoing
    @OldGoatStillGoing Před 2 lety

    They must be the best of the best. Wow!

  • @shirleylake7738
    @shirleylake7738 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for the information ☺🙏

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!

  • @monicawiley2847
    @monicawiley2847 Před 6 měsíci

    Do not spit in my box at 5:47 😂😂😂

  • @minilife1481
    @minilife1481 Před 3 lety +1

    Love it I want one

  • @dominica2765
    @dominica2765 Před 3 lety

    Now that’s a good Camper and a good video thank you . I live on the road full-time hopefully I don’t end up at one of these anytime soon LOL

  • @ericconklin6195
    @ericconklin6195 Před rokem +1

    Best Rv plant tour

  • @bobmariano3731
    @bobmariano3731 Před rokem +1

    Also need a privacy curtain between bed & kitchen area like AS & most Renegades & Class A diesels .

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před rokem

      Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching

  • @davidpatrick1813
    @davidpatrick1813 Před 2 lety +1

    I'll never own one of these ... because I am poor but I love quality and integrity ... good job for the interview and the company

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Check out the Infinite Intelligence free podcast with Abraham Hicks. It teaches us about how to attract everything we want. We think you may like it too. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

  • @markdanziger2302
    @markdanziger2302 Před 5 lety +3

    Wonderful, in-depth tour. Not many manufacturers would let you film their tours in such detail. On a side note, I would love to find out more about the handheld gimbal camera with the external microphone you guys use. I looked on your "gear" page using the link in the Show More, and did not see it. Thanks for sharing this wonderful video.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Thanks for watching! That camera has it's specialties and is not great for all things. It is the DJI Osmo. The good news is you can pick it up for about $300 on ebay due to a few flaws. If you like we can details what we think those are so you can decide if it would work for you.

  • @robw3027
    @robw3027 Před 4 lety +5

    I am a novice but my impression is firstly priced beyond the real world for most people. Second is quality- sure looks quality but these days nothing seems to be. For example Airstream.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks for watching Rob. We had a chance to see an Airstream and Oliver up close and there is no contest IMHO. Oliver can be customized and they use the finest materials. Although we've never visited the Airstream manufacturing plant, we visited a showroom. The finishings felt a little flimsy. That being said, the price for the Oliver can definitely be prohibitively expensive.

  • @mmcalifornia8600
    @mmcalifornia8600 Před 5 lety +1

    I appreciate the TIG welded frame. Most manufacturers use spool guns to weld aluminum. I can tell you the quality difference is night and day.

  • @davidpatrick1813
    @davidpatrick1813 Před 2 lety +1

    I have had a Nature's Head for a few years and I think there are some cons... bottom line, for over a grand, ... ain't no way I would buy another. But having it I finally got fed up with cleaning it out. Also if your business has different issues on occasion it goes to being harder to handle. I literally modified and retro fit my unit today... just got tired of the big deal it is .. "to just empty it" is a huge deal. I removed the agitator and made a system of bags and compost in a proper sized and positioned sleeve or container. When full, just like so many other units (home made too) you just tie up the bag and throw it into the trash... it will still decompose there or in the dump too. I am testing different mediums. I have been using peat but want to use that in my plant's growth. I do not put my waste in the garden even though I eat 100% organic grown (best am aware) and don't take Pharmacia drugs, which would contaminate the soil. So far I am impressed with the trailer otherwise.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      We love our compost toilet but it’s not for everyone! Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching.

  • @firefighterluigi5465
    @firefighterluigi5465 Před 5 lety +3

    Strong work...thank you for making the video. This is a big bite of $$ so I hope that Oliver is going to add more proven efficient & convenient options such as Alde heat/hot water and Lithium iron batteries. The composting toilet & electric awning are definite upgrades.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      Quality usually comes at a price and everyone we’ve spoke to that has one really loves it. Lithium is the future so let’s hope they can integrate it soon! We really loved the tour and their innovative thinking.

  • @gregmoessner3104
    @gregmoessner3104 Před 7 měsíci

    “On the box” do not spit in my box. From there my mind started to wander

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 6 měsíci

      LOL Thanks for watching!

  • @snowsail1
    @snowsail1 Před 4 lety +1

    Great videos to compare Oliver and Escape TT, Thanks

  • @charlescoushaine
    @charlescoushaine Před 3 lety +1

    Excellent video! I think you changed our mind from getting an Airstream to an Oliver! Thanks!
    How was the door constructed? Did it seam to shut nicely with a nice screen?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      Very nice! Thanks for watching!

  • @leojoseph6385
    @leojoseph6385 Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent and rare inside tour of an RV Trailer factory! Thanks for posting this, first time seeing your channel. They're certainly making the product more user friendly and raising the quality by mitigating historical problems. The tour is going to have me looking out for used ones. Thanks again.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      It’s our pleasure. We’re so glad you enjoyed it!

  • @clemsonbloke
    @clemsonbloke Před 4 lety

    So much for the interior tours of the models available.

  • @user-te9nf8mm7t
    @user-te9nf8mm7t Před 3 lety +1

    Realy love it. shocks will be better for poor road surface.

  • @MarkRVillano
    @MarkRVillano Před 4 lety +1

    I know that these units are pricey, but you obviously get a lot for your money. The build quality, frame, suspension, and all of the components are top notch, and the equal of anything that Airstream has to offer.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety +2

      You’re absolutely right, we think that the quality is superior to airstreams. Thanks for watching

    • @elizabethport4816
      @elizabethport4816 Před 2 lety

      @@DoriMena I agree! Especially now that Thor Industries have taken over Airstream, I suspect their quality with deteriorate to Thor 'standards'. The rivets are leak points, as well as some other areas, and a friend has an Airstream and is battling inside condensation on the regular.

    • @gregmoessner3104
      @gregmoessner3104 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Don’t forget that resale value!

  • @johnknoerzer2346
    @johnknoerzer2346 Před 2 lety +1

    Sure beats that Jayco “how it’s made” video!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Thanks and thanks for watching!

  • @JohninTucson
    @JohninTucson Před 5 lety +6

    Thank you for making and posting this video, and especially for asking him about the Lithium batteries as an option. Considering how expensive these trailers are, you'd think that they would have already begun installing the Lithium instead of AGM. Also, they should allow for a racking system to place on the roof to clear the top of the A/C shroud that would support a USABLE amount of Solar insead of the dinky little panel that they are raving about. What is that, a 120 watt Zamp panel or even 200 watts? Either way, for the Solar to be useful (along with the Lithium) having at least 800 watts on the roof and another 200-400 watts worth as a ground deploy using the Zamp plug on the outside of the trailer along with an MPPT controller and 2000 watt inverter would make this an excellent choice as a leak-proof option as a home on the road. Just me dreaming of course, but that is what 'camping' or Boondocking is all about, self sufficiency out on BLM instead of having to fire up a rotten generator every day just to charge up some silly AGM or worse yet, it's cheaper brother that needs to be vented and filled with water. The battery bay with room for 4 batteries is nice and big and would hold 400 USABLE ah's of Lithium batteries (Battleborn are the superior choice here) that would do the trick, and YES, with an 'Easy start' put on the A/C unit you will be able to use the A/C during the day off the Solar and battery combo, and then a few hours during the night on Batteries alone, then the next day recharge the batteries and do it all over again ! I myself am buying a 33' 5th wheel with 1800 watts of panels on the roof, and two 305 watt panels on the passenger side on piano hinges to catch the Winter sun, but can be flipped up to catch the sun overhead during the day. I will also have 800 ah's of Battleborn Lithium batteries so that I can boondock for as long as my food and water last, and then lather, rinse, repeat for 20+ years without having to buy batteries or panels. $$$ up front, but will last the rest of my life ! Onward and upward my friends !

    • @barrytimm5497
      @barrytimm5497 Před 5 lety +1

      They offer 340w PV, 400ah AGM and a very high quality 2000w Xantrex pure sine wave inverter as standard options. Together, this system is more than sufficient for most normal demands, in this highly efficient, small, trailer. The LifePO4 option is too early for serious full-time use, IMO. Battleborn and their ilk are not yet proven in terms of their market claims on cycle longevity. The Oliver mandate appears to be one of offering very well proven technology, design and quality that simply works. One day, some type of safe Lithium technology will be proven and considered robust and a good price/performance option, but not yet. YMMV.

    • @JohninTucson
      @JohninTucson Před 5 lety +1

      @@barrytimm5497 Thanks for clarifying for me. Yes, someday the Lithiums will be less expensive and more fully sorted.

    • @barrytimm5497
      @barrytimm5497 Před 5 lety

      @Yar Nunya I understand the frustration. I'm pretty sure they would not be prepared to install anything that they have not researched and vetted for robustness/quality etc. Their reputation is on the line. Consider if someone ordered a custom configuration that had flaws and then sold the camper - who would get bad mouthed by the next owner.....? Yep, Oliver! So, yes, it's frustrating, but I think I can understand their reluctance with some of this stuff.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      It seems like you’re designing an incredible solar set up! We can’t wait to learn more about it or even see it in action.

    • @geraldhenrickson7472
      @geraldhenrickson7472 Před 5 lety

      Johnin...you seem caught up in the entire solar dream. 200 watts of panel and a 400 watts AGM of battery is completely livable in many areas of the country, even in the Winter. Being a rubber tramp since 1991, I am finally upgrading to more panels and batteries SOLELY because I want more power reserve in parts of the country that have sun but 150 days per year. The amount of solar paraphernalia you mention in your comment is absolute overkill. Borderline obscene. Living on wheels is NOT about keeping everything you now have on a mobile platform. Instead it is all about being comfy on a simple scale. Doing more with less (time or money) invested. See you on the road.

  • @suntechnician
    @suntechnician Před 2 lety +1

    These guys love the taste of gel coat.

  • @dronevantages-aerialimager2929

    Been thinking about buying one and planned to take the tour. Thanks for posting!

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed.

  • @nhshire6992
    @nhshire6992 Před 5 lety +6

    What type of Protection in the wheel wells to prevent damage to the fiberglass body in case of a tire shredding flat?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +2

      For the details we didn't cover in the video please reach out to Oliver. Thanks for watching!

  • @TheRemyRomano
    @TheRemyRomano Před 5 lety +2

    Had no idea that’s in Hohenwald Tennessee. Drive through there all the time and never seen it. Own a casita too so dang on me.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      They are quite happy to show off their manufacturing process. Their transparency and build quality is what impresses us the most.

    • @TheRemyRomano
      @TheRemyRomano Před 5 lety

      For sure, obviously a superior trailer. I bought a 17’ casita new in 2012 but I see they didn’t start selling these until 2014. That makes me feel better that I didn’t know about them. Even the small unit is so much heaver, so this one’s not for me for those reasons. I love that it’s so clean, spacious and well appointed. They definitely got the build right. Casitas require so many mods to get them halfway comparable.

    • @ericsimpson1176
      @ericsimpson1176 Před 4 lety

      Remy : Oliver made travel trailers for a few years but quit in 2008 (I think) because of the bad economy, i think they started making trailers again in about 4 years later....

  • @TheRm65
    @TheRm65 Před 4 lety +3

    I'm impressed by these trailers, to be honest. Most trailers seem to be made of spit and shoe polish.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 4 lety

      They are great, check out the escape trailers.

  • @jamesfournier9450
    @jamesfournier9450 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey I really like the quality. It really is built like a sail boat. I have one question regarding the condensation between the inner and outer layers of fiberglass. What prevents the condensation from interacting with all the wiring? I would hate to have corrosion on all my wires. I am really interested in buying an Oliver in the future but have that one concern.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      It's best to reach out to Oliver directly for specific details about this questions. Thanks for watching!

  • @vincentstouter449
    @vincentstouter449 Před rokem +1

    Talk about fire mitigation for the fiberglass inner & outer shells. What is the maximum area on top for Solar panels? Are there plans for implementing a mini split HVAC … it’s much quieter and more electrically efficient than the conventional roof mounted units.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před rokem +1

      They have since made many improvements, including the A/C unit. We have a video walk through of a 2023 Oliver Legacy Elite and Legacy Elite II. The video will be up soon!

    • @vincentstouter449
      @vincentstouter449 Před rokem

      @@DoriMena Thanks 🙏 for the update 🤗

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před rokem

      Our pleasure!

  • @King_TuTT
    @King_TuTT Před 2 lety

    thats some nice quality of product. but going to be difficult to afford the large price tag. I would like to see more of these campers.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      You and me both! Thanks for watching!

  • @JohnSmith-rv9vf
    @JohnSmith-rv9vf Před 3 lety

    could you add a magnet in the drawers to also help with them not opening up? Are electric pads to the tanks for really cold nights needed during winter camping?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 3 lety

      The electric pads are useful in some of the more Northern climates, like Canada. Good suggestion for the cabinets!

  • @moncorp1
    @moncorp1 Před 5 lety +7

    All that gelcoat and fiberglass. No one wearing respirators, no vented rooms. Looks shady to me.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety +1

      Thanks for watching

    • @cmh2111
      @cmh2111 Před 5 lety +1

      Can you imagine the lung issues down the road. A paper mask, that's called looking after your employees? Under $100 for a proper one.

    • @jeromehaver7331
      @jeromehaver7331 Před 3 lety

      Having worked in factories most of born days, this factory very spacious and no need for respirator except guys working 100ft from where standing. Besides that ventilation systems are in ceilings, and all doors were open. Also the distance they had between each other is adequate, to not, have to wear a mask. Not rocket science, plain common sense. You cant live in a bubble like the gov. wants us all too. Common sense will get us through all this, not the brain washing media. Not tryin to bash anyone here, just enjoy the freedoms we still have left that are being threatened as we speak.

    • @gregmoessner3104
      @gregmoessner3104 Před 7 měsíci

      Americans have far less safety standards than Canada.

  • @solonutiket564
    @solonutiket564 Před 2 lety

    I missed the part where they install the floor. What is it made of, and what is exposed to the weather below the trailer?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      It’s better to contact Oliver for more info. Thanks for watching

  • @hldye7442
    @hldye7442 Před 3 lety +1

    Bingo A+

  • @123JumpingJacks
    @123JumpingJacks Před 2 lety

    Can you choose not to have an awning? If so will the awning brackets still be their?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety

      Good question. It's best to reach out to Oliver for an answer to this one.

  • @alowatsakima8950
    @alowatsakima8950 Před rokem

    Is there any particle board in the trailer?? What is the max solar available?? Does the exhaust go out the side instead of the top?? This video did not show the roof.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před rokem

      For all of these specifics we recommend contacting Oliver directly. Thanks for watching

  • @CombatDoc54
    @CombatDoc54 Před 5 lety +4

    Great video. Do they have any defects or trade-ins that they can donate to a homeless disabled veteran? I right now live with a relative but would love to have my own place. I do have half an acre of land and a truck but nowhere to live. Would love to have a home. I do get VA compensation and SSI, but not enough to get my own place. Thanks. Just was wondering.I don't need air conditioning or heat. I have a Mr. Buddy heater for Winter. Most of my food is in cans so don't really need a refridgerator. Just want to be independant.

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 5 lety

      You should check out Cheap RV Living on CZcams. Bob Wells talks about making it work under similar conditions. I can’t say whether or not Oliver has these kinds of programs. It is best to contact them to find out.

    • @CombatDoc54
      @CombatDoc54 Před 5 lety

      @@DoriMena Thanks, I know Bob is busy and hard to get a response from but that is okay. I do have a small tent with a cot to keep me off the ground along with my buddy heater. Thank you guys. Really enjoy your videos however. Much Love from the Ozarks and a HUGE SEMPER FI!!

  • @123JumpingJacks
    @123JumpingJacks Před 2 lety

    What is the advantage of running propane line down the center value on the side?

    • @DoriMena
      @DoriMena  Před 2 lety +1

      Unfortunately we couldn't answer. We have no affiliation with them. Oliver Trailers would be more than happy to answer if you contact them. Thanks!

  • @JamesGoodin-USMC-5963
    @JamesGoodin-USMC-5963 Před 3 lety

    That was a very nice factory tour I thought. I just wish they could fit a man of 6'6". Dag-nab-it.