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Forum: Damon 09-21-2022, 07:06 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Dog in the mountains (or even hills).

We have a 2011 Avanti 2806 with same engine and transmission. The Avanti is a dog in the mountains - Lots of patience required. Over the 48K miles driven, the engine has delivered an actual 14.0...
Forum: Damon 09-26-2021, 08:47 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
I have a 2011 Avanti 2806 with a switch to the...

I have a 2011 Avanti 2806 with a switch to the left of the steering wheel labelled “OD OFF” (Overdrive OFF). When the switch is enabled (Overdrive OFF - switch light ON), the transmission uses gears...
Forum: Damon 03-28-2021, 08:21 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
The "Engine Brake" feature was introduced by TMC...

The "Engine Brake" feature was introduced by TMC in the 2012 model year. I am not aware of any Avanti owners who have retrofitted this feature to earlier models.
Forum: Damon 03-05-2019, 07:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,337
Posted By Avanti2806
Avanti 2806 slide-out question.

Anyone with an Avanti Model 2806 with a full body (18ft) slide-out can you please look for something I found on my 2011 Model:

In the front (just behind the drivers seat), the TOP slide-out...
Forum: Damon 09-04-2016, 11:03 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
I think I saw pictures of your unit with the...

I think I saw pictures of your unit with the shades installed on the Magna Shade web site - very clean installation.

Thanks for the feedback.

2806
Forum: Damon 08-31-2016, 07:38 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Front and Side Glass Sun Shades.

During the summers in Southern Arizona, the heat coming through the front windshield makes our single A/C ineffective.
Has anyone purchased premade front and side glass shades? We are seriously...
Forum: Damon 01-12-2016, 06:58 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Angry Pipe Isulation

Your solution is optimal - we have been using foam pipe insulation for 4+ years. The factory installed a thin rubber seal but it is not effective.

Good luck on getting any useful response from...
Forum: Damon 09-21-2014, 09:08 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Model year 2011 - 2806

I have a 2011 2806 with a Freightliner MC-l chassis. All of the technical manuals are on-line at freightliner (if you have an account).

I download bits and pieces as I need them.

Cummins does...
Forum: Damon 09-07-2013, 07:12 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Cummins ISB for RVs is 15,000 miles / 12 months

Cummins ISB for RVs is 15,000 miles / 12 months
Forum: Damon 09-06-2013, 09:34 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
Update on our Avanti 2806 after 30 trips (since...

Update on our Avanti 2806 after 30 trips (since Jan-2011):

Average distance driven per trip: 1,000 mi, hence 30,000 miles on the chassis.

The RV’s we have met are the best – friendly and...
Forum: Damon 09-06-2013, 07:06 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
We also carry two ladders: - 12.5 Foot...

We also carry two ladders:

- 12.5 Foot Telescoping Ladder (Extend A Step) - $150.

- 7 Ft. Double Sided Compact Folding Ladder (Amazon) - $186.
This ladder fits exactly in the pass-thru...
Forum: Damon 09-02-2013, 07:20 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
We have a 2011 model 2806 (Freightliner MC-L...

We have a 2011 model 2806 (Freightliner MC-L Chassis) – No exhaust brake, just a “Disable Overdrive” switch. I did see a 2012 model 2806 at the factory (Sept 2011), and it did have a switch labeled...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 07-23-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,505
Posted By Avanti2806
Tire Stat - Update

On our recently completed trip to the Oregon coast, two more sensors (rear tires) failed. On the trip, I noticed a consistent loss of 2-3 lbs per day of air pressure. A “soap and water” test showed...
Forum: Damon 07-23-2012, 09:22 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 62,601
Posted By Avanti2806
We have owned a Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Avanti (28...

We have owned a Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Avanti (28 foot model) since Dec 2010 (2011 model). We have taken more than 15 trips (short and long) accumulating better than 20,000 miles. We recently...
Forum: iRV2.com General Discussion 06-17-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,505
Posted By Avanti2806
Here is my experience with Tire-Stat from Mobile...

Here is my experience with Tire-Stat from Mobile Awareness over the past 18 months (it hasn’t been pleasant).

On January 31, 2011 I purchased the TIRESTAT 6-TIRE KIT MA-TPMS-6HT-2S2D-NA from PPL...
Forum: Damon 12-08-2011, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 18,337
Posted By Avanti2806
We own an Avanti - some of our experiences can be...

We own an Avanti - some of our experiences can be found at:

https://www.irv2.com/forums/f26/damon-avanti-2806-a-98868.html
Forum: Freightliner Motorhome Chassis Forum 11-30-2011, 07:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 15,757
Posted By Avanti2806
We have owned a Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Avanti (28...

We have owned a Thor Motor Coach (TMC) Avanti (28 foot model) for almost a year. The Avanti is our first RV purchase. A 2011 model was hard to find in Arizona – we finally located one in Yuma, AZ....
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