Shortbusadventure's Tiger Motorhome build
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Wow..that thing is a hoss....
shortbusadventure
Adventurer
Tires are 265/75/17 Toyo MTR
Here is info on the truck to coach connection from Provans site:
2×2 steel box framing welded to chassis frame virtually eliminates frame twist and flex and allows the solid connection between coach and chassis.
Steel framing supports all outside corners.
17 each .375" elevator bolts secure coach body to chassis frame.
8 each .375" carriage bolts through cab to cabover.
I'm sure everyone will have their opinion on their attachment method. I don't believe that have had any failures with the connection. I will say that so far it is really quiet, and we have already started to be put through the paces. Time will tell.
-Kevin
Here is info on the truck to coach connection from Provans site:
2×2 steel box framing welded to chassis frame virtually eliminates frame twist and flex and allows the solid connection between coach and chassis.
Steel framing supports all outside corners.
17 each .375" elevator bolts secure coach body to chassis frame.
8 each .375" carriage bolts through cab to cabover.
I'm sure everyone will have their opinion on their attachment method. I don't believe that have had any failures with the connection. I will say that so far it is really quiet, and we have already started to be put through the paces. Time will tell.
-Kevin
Ironduff
Observer
The 5-year structural warranty also sez something. I've put mine over some pretty severe stuff a few times in the past 4+ years with no problems but a tiny bit of creaking. The only 'structural' gripe I can recall was someone who'd had a cabinet come loose inside.... that was on a '94, IIRC. No telling what use/abuse it'd had over the years.
Kevin...I like your 'dual awnings' idea.... If I ever wear this Tiger out, I may borrow it on the next one.
That's definitely a ballsy-looking rig.
Jim H.
Kevin...I like your 'dual awnings' idea.... If I ever wear this Tiger out, I may borrow it on the next one.
That's definitely a ballsy-looking rig.
Jim H.
DT75FLH
Adventurer
I had no opinon on the mounting system. was just curious on how it was mounted.
I would think with the box tubing welded to the frame it does not. thanks for the reply, and again it turned out great.
Every Miles A Memory
Expedition Leader
WOW Is this thing sweet!
When we first started out, I had reasearched the Tiger's, but never knew they would do such a custom build.
That rig is just so awesome and exactly what we were looking for. I guess we'll have to go back to the drawing board:victory:
Happy Travels and keep posting more photos
When we first started out, I had reasearched the Tiger's, but never knew they would do such a custom build.
That rig is just so awesome and exactly what we were looking for. I guess we'll have to go back to the drawing board:victory:
Happy Travels and keep posting more photos
shortbusadventure
Adventurer
In answer to a few questions about the Dual Rear tires. After doing some 4x4 roads and some deep snow and dirt, the duals are not ideal for deep and narrow situations. They are however, very nice for the stability. When we burn up the current set of tires, super singles might be a reality.
We just arrived to Las Vegas to visit friends after two weeks in Death Valley. We are quite pleased with the rig so far. There is a punch list of things that need to be addressed.
- Airbags to help with motorcycle load on the back
- 1 additional solar panel to help with the power needs
- We might upgrade the converter/charger to make plugging in and the trucks charging system more efficient.
- A front skid plate to replace the factory plastic piece.
- Some LED interior lighting
- I think there is more, I'm just tired and ready for Bed.
Here's a few pics from Near Mammoth, Saline Valley, and Death Valley.
We happened to run into a fellow Expo member at the Furnace Creek Visitor center in Death Valley on Monday. I'm sure Tomas will pipe in at some point. He was on his brand new KTM Adventure R, with his girlfriend. We were both envious of each other.
-Kevin
We just arrived to Las Vegas to visit friends after two weeks in Death Valley. We are quite pleased with the rig so far. There is a punch list of things that need to be addressed.
- Airbags to help with motorcycle load on the back
- 1 additional solar panel to help with the power needs
- We might upgrade the converter/charger to make plugging in and the trucks charging system more efficient.
- A front skid plate to replace the factory plastic piece.
- Some LED interior lighting
- I think there is more, I'm just tired and ready for Bed.
Here's a few pics from Near Mammoth, Saline Valley, and Death Valley.
We happened to run into a fellow Expo member at the Furnace Creek Visitor center in Death Valley on Monday. I'm sure Tomas will pipe in at some point. He was on his brand new KTM Adventure R, with his girlfriend. We were both envious of each other.
-Kevin
Every Miles A Memory
Expedition Leader
I'll offer up a few lessons we've learned after living out of our trailer for years on end with only using our own Solar
Check out A.M. Solar and their panels. From what I've seen and spoken to others about their panels compared to ours, the A.M. Solar models are the best on the market.
They build their own panels, or have someone build them for them, and their smaller and lighter than the competitors, yet produce huge amounts of power
Plus, their Customer Service is next to none!
If you're upgrading the Charger/Converter, make sure you go with a Pure Sinewave Charger/Controller. It really makes a difference in the noise you'll hear and see with any of the electronics.
We have the Xnatrex MS200 which does both Charge and convert the power for us. It works great when it does, but its acts up a few times each year.
Of all the companies I've talked with, they all tell me that the Xantrex models are the ones they replace the most. Check out a Sunnyboy or a Outback. I've heard nothing but good stuff when it comes to those models.
Dont buy the LED lighting online. Find a RV Show or a place you can go and turn on each light to see the output it actually gives off. We made the mistake of ordering a bunch of LED's from different websites trying to find ones we liked.
It became a hassle waiting around for them while we were on the road full time, only to get them and find they we pretty dim. In the long run, we figured for how expensive they are right now, it's more cost effective to use our current lighting wisely, and monitor the battery bank than it would be to swap out all the lights to LED's.
If you're near Southern Arizona, head over to Quartzsite. Stupid busy and RV'ers from all over the United States go there to live for free in the desert, but there are a ton of RV Shows that you'll be able to see the products first hand.
Hope that helps get you some info
Check out A.M. Solar and their panels. From what I've seen and spoken to others about their panels compared to ours, the A.M. Solar models are the best on the market.
They build their own panels, or have someone build them for them, and their smaller and lighter than the competitors, yet produce huge amounts of power
Plus, their Customer Service is next to none!
If you're upgrading the Charger/Converter, make sure you go with a Pure Sinewave Charger/Controller. It really makes a difference in the noise you'll hear and see with any of the electronics.
We have the Xnatrex MS200 which does both Charge and convert the power for us. It works great when it does, but its acts up a few times each year.
Of all the companies I've talked with, they all tell me that the Xantrex models are the ones they replace the most. Check out a Sunnyboy or a Outback. I've heard nothing but good stuff when it comes to those models.
Dont buy the LED lighting online. Find a RV Show or a place you can go and turn on each light to see the output it actually gives off. We made the mistake of ordering a bunch of LED's from different websites trying to find ones we liked.
It became a hassle waiting around for them while we were on the road full time, only to get them and find they we pretty dim. In the long run, we figured for how expensive they are right now, it's more cost effective to use our current lighting wisely, and monitor the battery bank than it would be to swap out all the lights to LED's.
If you're near Southern Arizona, head over to Quartzsite. Stupid busy and RV'ers from all over the United States go there to live for free in the desert, but there are a ton of RV Shows that you'll be able to see the products first hand.
Hope that helps get you some info
GlobalMonkey
Adventurer
Here's a few pics from Near Mammoth, Saline Valley, and Death Valley.
We happened to run into a fellow Expo member at the Furnace Creek Visitor center in Death Valley on Monday. I'm sure Tomas will pipe in at some point. He was on his brand new KTM Adventure R, with his girlfriend. We were both envious of each other.
-Kevin
It was great hanging out with you guys, you have an awesome rig, and yes, I for sure was envious! Not just that, you both are great friends and we were glad to meet you. We will see you in Denver this summer, and yes, you are getting that home cooked meal!
But first we need to make it home, right now we are waiting in San Francisco for the weather to get better, so we can head east...
Thanks again for your hospitality, Tomas
We happened to run into a fellow Expo member at the Furnace Creek Visitor center in Death Valley on Monday. I'm sure Tomas will pipe in at some point. He was on his brand new KTM Adventure R, with his girlfriend. We were both envious of each other.
-Kevin
It was great hanging out with you guys, you have an awesome rig, and yes, I for sure was envious! Not just that, you both are great friends and we were glad to meet you. We will see you in Denver this summer, and yes, you are getting that home cooked meal!
But first we need to make it home, right now we are waiting in San Francisco for the weather to get better, so we can head east...
Thanks again for your hospitality, Tomas
CSG
Explorer
What a great rig! I looked at these trying to figure out a way to justify one but with a family of four and two growing boys, I can't do it. We had a Lance truck camper for years and that basic footprint is great for those of us who like to get off the beaten path. Now, I've got a camping van, a Land Cruiser (Lexus version) and a 30' fifth wheel (to accommodate the whole family). Like the van and LC but miss having an onboard bath. At least the van has a stove, ac/dc fridge, etc.