Oliver Legacy Elite II2017, Owner'S Manual

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chassis. The alteration may result in unstable handling, be a safety hazard,
could damage the Oliver Trailer, and void your warranties. In any case, the
Oliver warranty will be affected.
Once you become familiar with loading your trailer, how to distribute the
weight, and which items you normally carry, make a list and diagram you
can use for future reference. Plan your loading and storage so that
emergency items are easily accessed. Place heavier or breakable items on the
travel trailer floor and lowest storage compartments for greater load stability.
Make sure these items are well packed and secured to prevent movement.
Take extra care not to overload the front and rear ends of the trailer. Place
any light items in the upper cabinets.
Make sure to use packing material around breakable items such as plates and
glasses in the cupboards if you will be towing over rough roads or terrain. It
is a good idea to use non-skid materials under heavier items to help prevent
shifting.
Most new trailer owners tend to carry more supplies than they really need. It
is important to remember that each item added brings with it extra weight to
tow and distribute.
TOWING VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
When considering a towing vehicle, keep in mind certain requirements for
safety and easy use:
Transmission – The transmission can be manual or automatic, but for most
people, an automatic transmission will control engine loads better.
Power – Make sure your towing vehicle has adequate power to tow your
travel trailer on the type of roads you will be using. Factors considered are
engine power, cooling capability, and axle ratio. Discuss the towing
capabilities of your vehicle with your tow vehicle dealer.
Tires & Suspension – It is important to make sure that your tow vehicle
tires and suspension have a sufficient rating to handle the additional capacity
needed to tow a trailer. Check with your tow vehicle dealer and owners
manual for what type of tires and tire pressures are required. If your tow
vehicle is equipped with air shocks as a load-leveling device, level the tow
vehicle/travel trailer combination once it is hitched up.