Ultimate Thor Axis Review

[@LauraMcBride-p1x]

I appreciate and look for these type of reviews not just the “walk through and open cabinets” version. Keep em coming 😁

[@jmuckable]

I just love Jennifer, she has such a positive disposition

[@deborahallford7337]

I absolutely APPRECIATE you reviewing the different models like this!!

[@RVLifestyle]

Thank you!

[@lisauntethered8059]

I’ve been fulltime in a 2016 Thor Axis 25.2 since 2017. First solo, now with my husband of 3 years. We love it. Got the SafeTPlus bar immediately so no highway driving issues. Windshield replaced twice but no issues with insurance. The big windshield let’s in so much light that it’s worth it. The size is right for fitting most places including friends driveways. We pull a 2016 Ford Fiesta. We have no desire to change our RV. I’m a rare case that picked the right rig the first time. Feel free to ask me any questions

[@janehargis9301]

@@lisauntethered8059 That is awesome to hear. I may need to revise my first impression or perhaps look at one made pre-pandemic. Thanks for putting your experience out there!

[@kjFL1]

I love the format of these reviews! We had a 2021 Thor Vegas 24.1 (same as Axis). Smaller than the one they’re driving in this video. The design was perfect with the exception of the dreaded shower. It drove extremely well, very easy to maneuver. Actually fun to drive. But the quality build was horrible. Others have had challenges with Thor, too.

[@danajacobs3763]

We have a 2018 Axis and we really enjoy it but it has the problems that are associated with a lower end, more affordable class A. It absolutely needed a steering stabilizer and heavy duty sway bars. Those improvements made a tremendous difference to the handling on highways and on windy days.

[@lindab3128]

Great review. I had considered buying one of these units but not so much now. I really like that you give your honest opinions, good and bad.

[@RVLifestyle]

Glad it was helpful!

[@audiecarter8886]

We test drove the 2024 Vegas version of the Axis on Interstate I95 . We were down sizing from a 40 ft class A and thought this the perfect fit for our limited travels. DANGEROUS is the one word I would use driving at highway speeds in a 15 to 20 mph crosswind. We had the salesperson and two friends with us on the test drive. Others have called the experience as white knuckle driving but the more accurate description would be Dangerous in windy conditions. We are told a $5k upgraded in after market suspension parts and another 3K to 5K installation cost could make a substantial improvement to the safety of this model. Sadly we had to decline the purchase and have yet to find our perfect small motorhome. We have decided to put off our search until after the 2024 presidential election to commit time and money to our final decision but unless the manufacturer puts the properly engineered suspension on the Vegas/Axis models it will not be our choice.

[@kjFL1]

We’ve added the Safe T Plus in all of our Class A’s. Really made a difference with the exception of the Tiffin. It was great on the Vegas. Purchase and installation ranged from $1600 - $2200 at the stealership.

[@haroldgray457]

Look at the dynamax isata 3 on the sprinter 3500 diesel chasis i have one drives and handles great amd no add ons its a class c

[@kellypowell1483]

@@haroldgray457at a much higher price point then this Thor I would presume

[@annawahlen846]

Comment Funniest Video I have seen’ in a while. Loved the video especially the bathroom comments, the bedroom step comment and the couch wrap up at the end. Looking forward to next video. We have a class A but now we are looking for a smaller rig for the lower 48 and Canada.

[@justinfelix3198]

Hello and thank you for the review I actually build these axis units and we are striving to build the best product we can The model (26.1) does come with a couch instead of a theater seat. Once the slide is all the way out the theater seats will lock in place once leaning back. But we really appreciate the review good and bad it helps us to improve our products

[@purplemoxie]

I am holding my breath as you film and drive, especially in a borrowed RV..... Beautiful Class A...time to play the lottery!

[@edlabar2856]

Love it in another floor plan! Great review.

[@intuitivevision]

I was actually considering this new RV model for a minute but then thanks to your excellent review, I realized that I would rather stick with my 2018 Airstream Interstate Grand Tour Ext. Bo was a being such a good sport when you fired up that generator. My pups probably would have gone bark wild. Haha. That was very informative and helpful. Thanks so much for your excellent, thorough and honest reviews. You two are the best and I really appreciate you. Sincerely, your new grateful channel subscriber.

[@barbarashikiar6]

Thank you for the reviews……informative.

[@RVLifestyle]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@ranig2848]

Class A maintenance! I’ve heard quite a few horror stories about trying to take a Class A to a dealership or a shop for maintenance and fixing issues - even recalls. It appears most Ford dealership would not service them - not even the business and heavy duty vehicle dealership. Please see if you can find more information about Class A maintenance at dealerships - maybe even take the Class A you get for a camping trip into a car/truck dealership (not RV dealership) and see if they’re willing to service it. This would be CRITICAL for anyone considering buying one. Thank you 🙏

[@RT300Z1]

Really appreciate this review, as the Vegas/Axis was on my dream list for sometime.

[@Rickbass2481]

Many thanks. Great review and very informative. I love the new format 😊

[@RVLifestyle]

Glad you like it!

[@phytoloon]

got one ... thank you for the review!

[@Kevin-wr2kb]

I am definitely considering a small class a, and want to make sure I choose the best for chassis maintenance, deivability, and rv quality. Thanks!

[@smithraymondearl]

Well we owned one a 2018 model. It was a POS. The cab a/c did not work because the system was missing some major components. A small town mechanic in Central Texas found the problem after three trips to the dealer. There were a lot of quality problem with the unit, like staples in the shower's water lines that did not manifest itself until after the "warranty period". Again Thor is a POS.

[@anthonyb2334]

We considered one but the salesman was honest, and after knowing what we were driving, said we wouldn’t be happy. And it felt cheap.

[@kenknutson4684]

One of the big reasons we decided not to buy one of these short class A’s was the windshield. They are not very common which means they will have a hard time trying to replace them. Most bigger class A’s use common sizes that can regularly be in stock

[@1hackmodeller557]

We had a Thor Vegas 24.1. It was built during COVID so we had a few issues. No big deal. The biggest issue was the top corners of the windshield trim kept popping out. Had to have it fixed 3 times in 1.5 years. The big contoured windshield is a nightmare.

[@elainecrawford6891]

You and the Russos would be two opinions I would trust. Thanks for reviewing the Axis. I've always been curious about it. 👍

[@RVLifestyle]

Thanks for this note - we appreciate it!

[@Disciplyne]

Really appreciate your method of doing reviews, very informative. You mention tow capacity, but I did not see any hitch. Is that an dealer add-on or have to source third-party?

[@RVLifestyle]

The hitch is there.

[@simply_flamingo7967]

You guys did a good job reviewing it. I wouldn’t buy it, but good job!

[@kjFL1]

On our 2021 Vegas, we had the Electric Stabilizing System (auto levelers). It was included as an “option’ on the sticker for $825. Worked well.

[@jdavidson]

They're stablizers but not technically "auto-levelers"...they each go up/down, that's it.

[@kjFL1]

@@jdavidson You may be correct, although I never had to level the coach when I used them. Perhaps I was just lucky! Now that I think about it, they never did the “level dance” like my Tiffin or Holiday Rambler.

[@arisdaddy2001]

Best small Class A ever was the Winnebago Via/Itasca Reyo twins. Built on the stripped Sprinter chassis, they were far more quiet and luxurious than any of these. That chassis is sadly discontinued. The Europa is closer, but too bulky and stiff. It would have been much better on an E450 chassis.

[@bchlvrbob]

Look forward to the Winny review

[@pauleggert4639]

U Guys R Great !! PEACE BE WITH YOU !!🙏

[@lyfandeth]

And there's a floor plan with dual beds in the rear as well.

[@Ninnybroth]

Nice, steady camera work! Thorough review. Any seatbelts for passengers? You guys are a great couple!

[@RVLifestyle]

Thanks for the nice nite. And yes... there are seatbelts for four passengers besides the driver and co-pilot up front.

[@jewelsbug927]

This is great!

[@RVLifestyle]

Thanks!

[@rufan2199]

I don’t think it’s a big deal to use leveling blocks. You know they’re not going to leave you stranded which auto leveling is famous for

[@terrysandiego]

Water and fuel weight must be considered in the CCC. These weigh more than the people....

[@1hackmodeller557]

FYI, that was a 2024 model. The 2025 Axis has stacked headlights now and they changed to a sliding shower curtain on a track.

[@BillSprague]

I’ll be interested in your review of the Euro. I’m hoping Coachmen will consider a non-slide version of that coach. I like to three announced models but prefer the trouble free non-slide. Give, I travel solo and could probably do a B or B+ but like the big, panoramic view from the driver’s seat.

[@LocalboyTN]

Thanks!

[@paulkopp3634]

Swap the toilet and shower take 6 “ from the shower to use to make the sofa wider . How long does the average person spend in the shower on a daily basis ?

[@nancykeeneysmith604]

I love this rig as a downsize for us as we get older. However, once we researched there is just too many quality issues If Thor got it together they would have a lot more customers.

[@smartazz61]

The closet doors have a great big gap where it they don't fit flush against the cabinet. If this was a factory second or maybe fourth or fifth & about 35k then maybe.

[@mts982]

the stickers on bunk are already coming off.

[@trishmiller3086]

Is this brand new and they let you camp in it all week? With the dog? Surprising!

[@sanddollar-ray9125]

Thank you God Bless

[@bchlvrbob]

I think these coaches are a wonderful design , but Thor has apparently outdone themselves again on the “cheap”, not so well thought out features. I remember the video a few years back where the door feel out on the folks first trip. Please, someone else build this plan with a quiet genny, quiet electric bed motor, good furniture, etc. Got the message Thor?

[@VailJohnson]

my experience if I don't use my range hood fan when cooking, the smoke alarm will alert. Lack of range hood and fan is a significant con. the onan 4k generator is annoyingly loud. we would love to find something better than our 20 year old airstream class a, but no luck yet. transit and sprinter chassis a little too small and the ford class a chassis is somewhat slow and cumbersome. we just tested a 2025 coachmen euro and it rode poorly and the power just isn't there, mostly noise.

[@lyfandeth]

I know Thor calls that 60x74 mattress a queen size, but it is a full six inches shorter than what the mattress and bedding industries call queen size. They made a "full" size mattress six inches wider, that's all. Why does the RV industry think they can con people about what they are buying, all the time?

[@steveegbert3554]

Very surprised there was no an inverter seam's strange but it is not in the specs. on the Thor website. I guess the minimized the 110 volt appliances to the microwave and A/C.

[@pattie5267]

I'll keep my Jayco Class C.

[@kknight8112]

On the Axis did you or do you have to hold down the start button so long in the generator?

[@RVLifestyle]

No... usually just a couple secs...I kept my finger there for the camera to show its location

[@1957ShutterBug]

1. That front window with curves top to bottom and left to right has got to be expensive to replace. Any idea on the cost? 2. No levelers would be a deal breaker. 3. If the rig is at GVWR, is there still 5K# before you hit the GCWR? 4. On a sunny day, you would be running the Gen set to power the roof AC, so what’s the big deal with using it at a rest stop for lunch? 5. Onan suggests 2 hours per month with a load to exercise their generators. 6. Any cameras on that front screen - left, right rear? 7. No inverter is a deal breaker.

[@stephenjones5465]

Can u get it with a diesel engine

[@janicecrockett1400]

I always wonder about what you don't see behind the walls in any Thor manufactured RV when the places where they cut corners on the interior is so obvious. Thor's reputation for quality is not to good at this point in time and do not see them improving anytime soon.

[@lg3053]

Cute couple.

[@craigw.scribner6490]

No twin beds--dealbreaker?

[@rickthain8538]

Do you have a roll of paper towels in the fridge? Why?😎

[@1982MCI]

Because it collects the humidity inside of fridge and prevents mold

[@bgbraker]

Whoops, how expensive and you need stepstool to get into it? Ouch.

[@pipandlou]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@mts982]

at least generator works.

[@MARYJANTHONY]

Lol Never got to the review. There was a really extensive commercial for something or other to prevent my dementia from progressing ?

[@RVLifestyle]

That's KZbin....

[@maxdemps7443]

I like it but if made from Ford won't buy it

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Ugh very cheaply built sorry

[@andrec2465]

Let's not forget is build by THOR, the quality is complete JUNK

[@janehargis9301]

Nope. I loved this unit when I first began researching RVs. Even as a true newbie I saw quality issues. The concept is good but the execution is a hard pass.

[@smartazz61]

I am so sorry you two. They really......what? I don't believe this. You're being too nice. Way too nice. It's not an inverter genny. It sounds just like a lawn mower. If I was camped next to you I'd demand to be moved. Or at least ask if you would be willing to turn it off. I mean, keep me awake and on edge so you can go cheap. To top it off, you can get a super quiet 4000 watt inverter genny for $700.00 in lowes or home depot.

[@davesykes3782]

I would never consider this rv. Not enough cargo capacity and no levelers. A glorified cheaper class b+

[@smartazz61]

So it's a class "D" class A huh? O always thought Class A meant "CLASS A". I'm gob smacked General RV. Just Gob Smacked. I'm gonna guess this thing is at least $250,000. And no levelers. Not even manual? Wow eee wow WOW. What a poor way to start. Now an off brand genny? 4000 watts? Tsk tsk tsk.

[@donnawarren4210]

RVs have gotten far too expensive. There are houses for sale cheaper than that. Just buy a second house and go stayca!

[@smartazz61]

Now you'll smack your head into the mirror. Is that DEI ENGINEERING at it's best? Please look up DEI folks. The right wing definition. But wow. This is just a gigantic joke.

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

The typical rv nasty color patterns etc interior ugh