I am absolutely beyond impressed. I have never seen nor heard of anyone doing a conversion basically at no cost. The re-use of materials was amazing. At first I thought, "Why doesn't he get some nicer materials, maybe jazz the place up a bit?" It was when you were talking that I realized the whole purpose of the conversion was moving your belongings because you were moving house!! Ohhhhh!!! Then I thought it was absolutely perfect-even better than perfect! You buy a bus, convert it without added expenses, move house and you still have the bus in the end to use for the future. Otherwise if you had rented a truck or paid movers, that money would be gone. Genius! If I ever have to move,this is what I am going to do!!!
Thanks the only down fall is I have is I have to get a CDL license to drive it. Because the the 31,000GVW, but at least I will have it for the future as well.
The Blue Collar Preacher That is really interesting. From the small amount of research I have done, the need for the commercial driving license varies from state to state. Honestly, that thing is so big that even if my state does not require me to have one, I think I might go for it anyway. It would certainly increase my comfort level about driving that big bus! I found a school only about a mile away that offers the classes, and now I have begun looking around online at buses. I really want to go with my kids out to the Grand Canyon and generally the Southwestern US on an extended summer vacation. After that I would love to go to the Dakotas and Wyoming-I have family in that area, and it is such a beautiful part of the country. The problem for me is parking the bus when not in use. I have a short driveway and my town would never let us park that thing on the street. So my second thought is doing cargo van conversion. That I could park in my driveway, but I am quite tall and don't thinkI could handle a vehicle that I couldn't stand in. The Mercedes Sprinters have that high top, but dang!! They are SO expensive!! Now my thought is to get a regular cargo van,but to buy the high top andhave it soldered on the roof. I haven't gotten into coats yet on that,but I'm sure it isn't cheap!
@@TheBlueCollarPreacher , I'm fixing to build one myself. Just bought a 2002 84 passenger bluebird. 8.3 Cummins pusher. My brother and I have a wood shop and a bunch of wood. So we're going to have a stab at it. Believe we can take it to another level. We've built a lot of different things through the years. We'll put it on the tube. Have a great day.
@@bryonmason6330 I will need to subscribe,😀 looking forward to watching it. Our bus did it's job got most of the house contents to Wyoming. Using it as a storage right now, getting ready to build our dream home soon .
@@TheBlueCollarPreacher I've been a carpenter for 40 years. Residential and commercial. I'm fixing to cut loose on mine. My Brother and I will post it. I like how your using what's there. I'm giving most of what I dont use to the fella that sold me the bus, to reuse.
Why thank you. I need it to be more versatile, can always throw a bed or two in the back if need be and be able to take them out to do other things. I plan on rebuilding the front door soon
Just goes to show you what experience, passion and hard work can really do! I love how you've used what you had- and using the bus seats- this aughta end up in a museum one day! ha! great seeing it all come together and will tune in to any other posts... also, love that truck you started! Nice! =) Happy trails and have a great day as always!
I'm really impressed by how you made the most of what you had on hand. Never heard of anyone making their own charging ports. Took me awhile, but I realized you were making your own moving van. Very wise. A friend of mine paid movers over $25,000 to move his stuff 2000 miles. He could have bought a good truck, done it himself & still have a truck to sell at the end of the move for that much money. Those busses are sturdy vehicles. Not very well insulated, but have strong engines. The only drawback is having to shove your stuff through the back door, but I'm sure you have a plan for that. I subscribed just to see what you do next.
Thanks, Yes I know it can cost a lot, as my niece and her husband spent around $5000.00 for two rental box trucks. And we plan on using it for other than moving when we are done. Check out my video on building my center console for my truck, I made charging ports for it out of 3/4" copper pipe, and brass screws.
My son's scout troop rebuilt a bus for summer trips. We set two dinnet's(like your's) in the back for scout leadership. Our builder cut two holes at each end of the tables for drinks. Then he mounted a cutout on the bottom between each hole and fastened a faring strip to support the drink cans. That type of system worked very well.
That's cool, I would like to keep it for the Ministry. It just depends on Insurance, and keeping it licensed. We will probably stay in it while I build our new house in Wyoming.
your cockpit is very impressive. love love love that you recycle and repurpose :D. I look forward to watching more of your progress. good luck and keep up that great work.
Truly, a great job. like the way you reused the old seats in a new way. I must say the thing that wall there like that reminded me of this video I seen the other day about somebody selling a prison bus, haha. I think the cat was trying to tell you that she was ready for her close up. :)
That's what I thought when I first saw it. It does look like an airplane cockpit. Maybe if you have room you could add so overhead storage, like on an airplane.
Nice video! If you don't mind me asking, what denomination are you? Also, where in Utah were you located? I ask because my grandfather was a southern baptist missionary in Milford Utah years ago.
I don't understand why more people don't use metal studs when the revamp their busses.... That's the way I plan on doing it, when and IF the boss lady gets me a small bus to revamp...LOL
I don't know, I have been doing my research on skoolie conversions, in WY. you can't change it from what it came from the factory with, at least school buses for now. I may end up just having my son in-law who has CDL drive it from UT. to WY. than most likely rob the drivetrain out of it. I do have cup holders for the passengers.
Going to use it as an all purpose bus, like going on mission trips to help in the Ministry, help kids and grand kids move, vacation trips, etc. As soon as we get moved to Wyoming I will add the portapotty size bathroom as well as AC unit. Staytuned.
Nice resourceful deal.better than going out n buying everything.its all from China now n doesn't last.thus will last long time.use what we have that's the sign of a happy person
I am absolutely beyond impressed. I have never seen nor heard of anyone doing a conversion basically at no cost. The re-use of materials was amazing. At first I thought,
"Why doesn't he get some nicer materials, maybe jazz the place up a bit?" It was when you were talking that I realized the whole purpose of the conversion was moving your belongings because you were moving house!! Ohhhhh!!! Then I thought it was absolutely perfect-even better than perfect! You buy a bus, convert it without added expenses, move house and you still have the bus in the end to use for the future. Otherwise if you had rented a truck or paid movers, that money would be gone. Genius! If I ever have to move,this is what I am going to do!!!
Thanks the only down fall is I have is I have to get a CDL license to drive it. Because the the 31,000GVW, but at least I will have it for the future as well.
The Blue Collar Preacher That is really interesting. From the small amount of research I have done, the need for the commercial driving license varies from state to state. Honestly, that thing is so big that even if my state does not require me to have one, I think I might go for it anyway. It would certainly increase my comfort level about driving that big bus! I found a school only about a mile away that offers the classes, and now I have begun looking around online at buses. I really want to go with my kids out to the Grand Canyon and generally the Southwestern US on an extended summer vacation. After that I would love to go to the Dakotas and Wyoming-I have family in that area, and it is such a beautiful part of the country. The problem for me is parking the bus when not in use. I have a short driveway and my town would never let us park that thing on the street. So my second thought is doing cargo van conversion. That I could park in my driveway, but I am quite tall and don't thinkI could handle a vehicle that I couldn't stand in. The Mercedes Sprinters have that high top, but dang!! They are SO expensive!! Now my thought is to get a regular cargo van,but to buy the high top andhave it soldered on the roof. I haven't gotten into coats yet on that,but I'm sure it isn't cheap!
Glad to see someone using metal studs. I like your work.
So much easier. Thanks for watching.
@@TheBlueCollarPreacher , I'm fixing to build one myself. Just bought a 2002 84 passenger bluebird. 8.3 Cummins pusher. My brother and I have a wood shop and a bunch of wood. So we're going to have a stab at it. Believe we can take it to another level. We've built a lot of different things through the years. We'll put it on the tube. Have a great day.
@@bryonmason6330 I will need to subscribe,😀 looking forward to watching it. Our bus did it's job got most of the house contents to Wyoming. Using it as a storage right now, getting ready to build our dream home soon .
Yes steel studs just as cheap as wood now
I like the metal studs. I'm building one myself. All metal studs with laminate wood over top. Good job.
A lot lighter, easier to install, much better, thanks for watching.
@@TheBlueCollarPreacher I've been a carpenter for 40 years. Residential and commercial. I'm fixing to cut loose on mine. My Brother and I will post it. I like how your using what's there. I'm giving most of what I dont use to the fella that sold me the bus, to reuse.
@@bryonmason6330 Can't wait to see it. Thanks.
One of the best bus projects I have seen. I love the way you re-use and attend to detail. Thank you for posting.
Thanks.
What a great job! I love reusing the bus seats and copying the finish for the tables.
First time seeing a video of yours... This is the most beautiful bus conversion project I've ever seen! Wonderfully done! So Great!!!
Why thank you. I need it to be more versatile, can always throw a bed or two in the back if need be and be able to take them out to do other things. I plan on rebuilding the front door soon
Just goes to show you what experience, passion and hard work can really do! I love how you've used what you had- and using the bus seats- this aughta end up in a museum one day! ha! great seeing it all come together and will tune in to any other posts... also, love that truck you started! Nice! =) Happy trails and have a great day as always!
I like your work more than other more expensive ones. Have to enjoy when people reuse stuff. Great Job !
Yes I am on a small budget. Always need to skimp on things.
I'm really impressed by how you made the most of what you had on hand. Never heard of anyone making their own charging ports. Took me awhile, but I realized you were making your own moving van. Very wise. A friend of mine paid movers over $25,000 to move his stuff 2000 miles. He could have bought a good truck, done it himself & still have a truck to sell at the end of the move for that much money.
Those busses are sturdy vehicles. Not very well insulated, but have strong engines. The only drawback is having to shove your stuff through the back door, but I'm sure you have a plan for that. I subscribed just to see what you do next.
Thanks, Yes I know it can cost a lot, as my niece and her husband spent around $5000.00 for two rental box trucks. And we plan on using it for other than moving when we are done. Check out my video on building my center console for my truck, I made charging ports for it out of 3/4" copper pipe, and brass screws.
My son's scout troop rebuilt a bus for summer trips. We set two dinnet's(like your's) in the back for scout leadership. Our builder cut two holes at each end of the tables for drinks. Then he mounted a cutout on the bottom between each hole and fastened a faring strip to support the drink cans. That type of system worked very well.
That's cool, I would like to keep it for the Ministry. It just depends on Insurance, and keeping it licensed. We will probably stay in it while I build our new house in Wyoming.
I am planning a bus build for the family RV. I love your recycling of bus parts into other usefull bus parts! Excellent!
Thanks we are loading it up now, and I will post more soon on how I use the foam out of some seats as padding for moving.
wow, I love to reuse and recycle, you are a true inspiration!
first class seating, looks great like always keep them vids and projects coming
Thanks.
your cockpit is very impressive. love love love that you recycle and repurpose :D. I look forward to watching more of your progress. good luck and keep up that great work.
Thank You. I am adding a few things before we take it on our 500+ mile trek I will keep everyone posted.
Very cool! I love all the repurposed materials! Good thinking on using a smaller seat to create a better walkway
Thanks. My brother came up with that idea.
Can't wait to see more videos!
I make most of my items from recycled materials. See all my other videos.
Nice use of the existing! Thanks
Thanks it served it's purpose. Thanks for watching.
Looks great. You are sure intelligent.
Thanks, it did the job.
I really like that you used steel to frame the walls and table top.
Thanks.
Truly, a great job. like the way you reused the old seats in a new way. I must say the thing that wall there like that reminded me of this video I seen the other day about somebody selling a prison bus, haha. I think the cat was trying to tell you that she was ready for her close up. :)
Thanks We are now loading it up and getting ready to move.
Your bus is very nice but more importantly I'm sorry about your son. God bless.💕
Looks Great! You did a great job!.
Great recycling ideas. Subscribed!
Looks amazing. Nice use of recycled materials.
Thank you.
Praise the Lord. Absolutely.
To God be the Glory Amen.
Great job now I need mine done!!! LOL
Thanks for watching.
im sooo impressed,gave me new ideas
thanks.
Well done!
Thanks for watching.
Y’all thinking about getting a Skoolie? Man that’s what you and evie need
Did a fine job!
Thanks.
Great job and great idea
Thanks.
Lots fresh ideas for my bus ty
Glad you like it. Thanks for watching.
Very creative
Thanks it did the job. Thanks for watching.
So inspiring, I love it
Thank you.
That's what I thought when I first saw it. It does look like an airplane cockpit. Maybe if you have room you could add so overhead storage, like on an airplane.
Thinking about a roof top AC unit for summer, well also need Gen to operate it put in bottom somewhere.
Creative I like it
Thanks.
After the move will you be adding much more to the bus(after the water closet)?
It depends I have to get a CDL. just to get it to Wyoming. I might just pull the motor and tranny and put into a truck.
Nice video! If you don't mind me asking, what denomination are you? Also, where in Utah were you located? I ask because my grandfather was a southern baptist missionary in Milford Utah years ago.
Thanks, We are moving from Grantsville, I am an Independent Baptist. Praise God for your Grandpa, Utah is a hard area.
I may be mistaken but, isn't "Independent Baptist" redundant? LOL, I'm Southern Baptist myself. Love what you've front cabin. Looking forward to more.
my bad, "love what you've done with the front cabin."
God bless
cool cockpit.
Thanks.
I don't understand why more people don't use metal studs when the revamp their busses.... That's the way I plan on doing it, when and IF the boss lady gets me a small bus to revamp...LOL
Yes they are much lighter, straighter, and easier to work with.
Best of all,
Thanks.
When can we see more of the moving bus upgrades ?
Well the bus is done and packed ready to move. Just waiting for our house to sell then we will make a video of the move.
Are you going to put any cup holders in the bus?
I don't know, I have been doing my research on skoolie conversions, in WY. you can't change it from what it came from the factory with, at least school buses for now. I may end up just having my son in-law who has CDL drive it from UT. to WY. than most likely rob the drivetrain out of it. I do have cup holders for the passengers.
what is your future plans with this bus??
Going to use it as an all purpose bus, like going on mission trips to help in the Ministry, help kids and grand kids move, vacation trips, etc. As soon as we get moved to Wyoming I will add the portapotty size bathroom as well as AC unit. Staytuned.
Are there going to be any new videos of the skoolie
Soon I hope still waiting for the house in UT. to sell.
Good day, what size bus is this?
It's 37' feet long 72 passenger.
One person 80000.00.thats nuts
Poor kitty. So rejected. So unloved.
Our cats are spoiled, Just had to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. Thanks for watching.
Where at in Wyoming?
Big city of Chugwater.
definitely taking notes and stealing ideas.!!!!
dune what are going too you will lost all srap mental when u move
Always available, no matter where you go.
lol your rite there u just got good pile there lol bro looks good on this side
Dontblike bombay cat
junky looking rv
Not an RV, moving unit, where's yours.
Nice resourceful deal.better than going out n buying everything.its all from China now n doesn't last.thus will last long time.use what we have that's the sign of a happy person