1997

Hornet for ‘97 – big onenjoyment, big on value.

Damon DesignerDetails™ create comforton the road.

Like father, like son:Those magic moments.

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traveling funWhen it comes to getting big enjoyment from a smallpackage, you can’t beat a mini motorhome. Especiallywhen it’s the Hornet Mini Motorhome from Damon.

Ease on down the road — your wayOur new Gentle Ride System™ promotes amuch smoother, more comfortable ridethan you probably ever expected in an RV.Our super-strong chassis features a tough,ladder-type frame with deep, full-length

steel siderails andwelded crossmembers.Plus the rubberized,shock-absorbing bodymounts which makeup our exclusiveGentle Ride System,assures that you, yourfamily and friends feelfar less vibration fromthe road.

The superior chassisand our super-sturdyextruded aluminumframe are laminatedwith highest-quality,low maintenancefiberglass exteriorsidewalls, for a toughyet attractive outwardappearance. The cleanfinish in Damon’sown Ice White™ isscratch-resistant andeasy to clean so you

always look good onthe road. Everythingin your Hornet mini

has been constructedfor superior perfor-mance and valueover the long haul.

Construction detailscontinue inside theHornet with superiorinsulation engineer-ing and our ComfortControl Center™

temperature system.This special systemmakes use of funda-mental thermody-namics by deliveringwarm air from thefloor, where it natu-rally rises, and cool

air from the ceiling, so it naturally falls. And with ourthermostatically controlled heating, you should neverbe too warm or too cold.

Complete but compact StepSaver™ kitchen.The outstanding floorplans and attractivecabinet doors create form and function inyour kitchen. Cabinetry is carefully craftedfrom native American wood. Standard appliancesinclude a three-burner, high-output range, large double-door refrigerator, bright, super-sized double-bowl porcelain kitchen sink and a large carouselmicrowave. And there are ample overhead cupboards,drawers and even pantries in selected models.

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create comfort on the road.The Hornet Mini Motorhome features the best in RV amenities.

Quality furniture, like a deluxe padded dinette withfour seatbelts. A full ceiling-height bedroom withwalk-around beds (where available). Big bath tubs,large showers with skylights and other bath amenities.Plus efficient water heaters that are ready when you are.

Throughout the interior you’ll find the extra-specialtouches we call Damon Designer Details. Like extra-bigdrawers. Wall clock and mirror. Pin-up lights. Andbeautiful high-quality fabrics by designers such as KarlMiller. Of course, your Hornet comes equipped with asingle-lever kitchen faucet.

The Hornet accommodates all your vacation needswith heated storage and enclosed basement modelsthat help keep your unit warm throughout. Basementsand storage compartments utilize seamless rotocastconstruction to assure the tightest seals. Waste-waterholding tanks are heated and fully enclosed. There’s

fun in a compact space.

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(Model 3001B) Super-sized optional pantry in Hornet kitchento store all of your favorite treats.

Like father, like sonRemember those times your dad tookyou fishing. How you were a littlesqueamish about putting the wormon the hook. And how excited youboth got at those three tiny bluegillsyou caught.

Whether it was fishing with dad,doing crafts with mom, or some othersimple activity, we all have specialmemories like these. The nice thingis, there are more of those specialmoments still out there, maybe withyour own kids. So grab your fishingpole, hop in your motorhome andmake some memories … together.

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even a rod box for fishing poles and room for foldingboats or cross-country skis in basement models.

Every Hornet passes our inspection beforeit passes yours.Damon’s own StartRight QualityAssurance™ program is our promiseto our customers that their Hornet isin top-notch condition. Unlike manyother manufacturers, Damon con-ducts a rigorous 80-point inspectiontest on every model before it evergoes to your dealer. This procedurehelps ensure that every system inyour RV is up to par for your enjoyment andsatisfaction — and ours.

Damon Corporation has built a superior reputationon the quality, dependability and absolute value ofevery RV we manufacture. So don’t sell a minimotorhome short. If you’re looking for the fun and

convenience of RV vacationingat an affordable price, makea beeline to see the HornetMini Motorhome by Damon.Because you’re always at homein your Hornet.

(Above) (Model 3001B) Style and easylivin’ are the operative words in describingthe kitchen/dining area of your Hornetwith top of line appliances, plenty of storage and attractive Ocean Bluff decor.(Notice the extra-large vista bay windowsand all of the interior lighting.) (Left) (Model 3001B) Rear to front view of galley, living area and cockpit all luxuriously appointed in beautiful OceanBluff decor and accented with finely crafted cabinetry. (Notice the super-sized,double-bowl porcelain sink.)

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Your nearest dealer:

P.O. Box 1107Elkhart, IN 465151-800-860-5658

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(Above) (Model 3001B)Large wardrobe withdrawers provides out-standing storage in yourHornet bedroom. (Left)(Model 3001B) Plenty of cabinets and lighting. Bedspread, drapes andvalances are tastefullyintegrated to create atruly stylish masterbedroom in the Hornetmini motorhome.

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Hornet’s Ice White™exterior is constructedof durable, easy-to-maintain, high-glossmesa fiberglass.(Shown here withoptional smooth fiberglass.)

Standard aluminum roof ladder for convenient access to roof storage.

Full 4-piece exterior vacuum bonded sidewall provides lightweightdurability and structural integrity.

Super-strong, laminatedroof decking providesstrength and stability.

Black anodized, radius aluminum window frameswith large, sliding glasswindows tinted to offersolar heat reflection.

High quality, residentialcarpet padding providescomfort and insulationon top of your seamless,one-piece floor deck.

Hornet rear bumperprovides sewer hosestorage and has abeautiful Brite-dipped aluminumcover.

Full pass-throughheated basementstorage with rearaccess gives yououtstanding stor-age capabilities.

Spacious aluminum-framed radiusbaggage doors with all the sharp corners eliminated for your safety.

Residential-style carpet forextended use and wear.

Seamless, one-piece1/2" floor deckingreduces squeaksand road noise. No seams means a solid, level floor.

Totally enclosed, heated waste water holdingtank compartments are standard on all base-ment models and provide worry-free, extend-ed seasonal use.

Cross-linked, seamlessrotocast storage compart-ments provide a strongand water-tight seal forvaluable exterior storage.

Tubular steel floortrusses bolted tothe chassis forrugged strength.

Steel double-entrystep for easyaccess into yourHornet.

Damon’s Gentle Ride™system reduces NVH(noise, vibration andharshness) to ensure amore comfortable ride.

Standard ceiling vents provide ventilation throughout the coach.

One-piece E.P.D.M. seamless rubber roof offers a full 12-year warranty and is specifically formulated for exposure to the sun andnatural elements. Also provides thermal and acoustical insulation.

Standard 13.5 BTU roofair (optional on LE).

Welded, extrudedaluminum construc-tion is strong andlightweight.

Block foam insulation for superiorenergy efficiency integrates withextruded aluminum framework and decking to create a super- solid roof assembly.

Perimeter framing prevents leakageand increases strength.

Optional break-away exteriorsafety mirrors provide Europeanstyling and outstanding visibility.

Brite-dipped aluminumrunning boards for easy access to yourHornet cockpit.

1 1/2" x 1 1/2" welded tubular steel strategically engineeredinto the floor to provide superior strength. All welds have beenspecially painted to help prevent rust and corrosion.

Full 1 1/2" expanded poly-styreneblock foam insulation increasesenergy efficiency and helps providean excellent acoustical barrier.

As part of Damon’s 80 pointStartRight Quality AssuranceProgram™, each Hornet minimotorhome undergoes a computerized wheel alignment to help ensure a safe, trouble- free ride.

In-floor ducted heat system is part ofDamon’s exclusive Comfort Control Center™providing efficient distribution of heat andleaving plenty of room for additional storage.