2006 Tiger CX Chevy 2500HD, Duramax 4x4, (salvage) -My Build Thread. (AKA Tiger # 4)

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Hi All,

Believe it or not I currently own three Tiger Cx's. I may have a problem. :D
I Purchased this 2006 Chev 2500HD 4x4 Duramax Diesel Thursday 7/6/17 From the 2nd Owner.
I bought it directly from owner and had to remove it from the storage salvage lot in Richmond, VA.
It was salvaged due to an electrical fire under the couch. the fire smoldered and or burned itself out due to lack of oxygen.
As you can imagine the smoke damage ruined everything. (pics coming soon)

I will be updating this thread with build pictures - before and after.

Plans for this build are underway, I have a couch, new style countertop, and full interior almost done.
I have multiple choices for the interior and not sure which direction to go. I will make a choice soon.

Here is the start of my laundry list...... In no particular order

* Stereo, dvd, bluetooth, back up cam, remote, led tv, Autostart, and more.
* New Converter and coach wiring.
* Complete interior swap form Donor truck. (possible color change, currently tan) (already purchased donor truck)
* Inverter.
* Vinyl Flooring
* Okoume and Meranti Marine grade Hardwoods for cabinetry, ceiling and bathroom walls.
* Might use structural corrugated plastic for the bathroom walls. (maybe)
* New Window Seals
* Exterior detail and refresh, caulk trim, and renew screw cover.
* Wheels & tires.
* Suspension Upgrades. Possibly a 2-3" Lift. (must be very heavy duty)
* Service everything (Brakes, Fluids, check or replace all wear items)
* Remove A/C.
* New Fantastic Fans (X2)(one with remote)
* Front and Rear Aluminess winch bumpers or similar - (depending on budget.)
* Duramax upgrades for mileage and reliability.(programmer)
* Full guages.
* Upgrade solar (bluesky and possibly larger panels, has a 160 on roof now)
* goal of 400Ah for the battery bank. (mounted underneath, along frame rails)(not including truck batteries)
* Possible Generator delete - thinking about it........
* Fridge is a upgraded nova-kool 4.5 will probably leave that.
* Choose between Atwood 4-burner or 4 burner w/ oven (have both already)
* Upgrade the microwave. ( I use it often, I bring frozen leftovers with.)
* Custom jump seats that fold up for the ext cab (modular or removable)
* replumb for winter camping.
* Plumb outdoor shower.
* Insulate complete rig with closed cell foam
* And more.........

Going to be a huge project, but excited to build my (almost) dream rig.


Picture from the moment I removed it from the salvage lot.... more pics to come of the damage and build.

http://imgur.com/a/9GD6f
 
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