This Custom Retro Skoolie Conversion will Make You Want to Buy a Bus

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  • @dddakotarose
    @dddakotarose 4 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    This is the second video I've seen that features this bus, however the inclusion of the footage of Clarence is such a sweet touch.

    • @trail.squatch
      @trail.squatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Dakota Rose it was fun being able to track down the original footage!😀

  • @devinrogers6877
    @devinrogers6877 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    So nice that your preserving this craftsman's labor of love .

  • @whynotbekind1957
    @whynotbekind1957 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I think it is awesome that you guys kept so many of the original things that the original owners worked so hard and passionately to create...most people these days don’t care much about history...they would just tear it out and start over....you guys have a cool rig!!

  • @kelseyhensley5625
    @kelseyhensley5625 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I hope y’all take the time to visit the places that Clarence had marked on the map. To fulfill his adventure would be nice.

  • @cenedraleaheldra5275
    @cenedraleaheldra5275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Oh my I love the look I love that era in cars and buses. The colours the inside..everything is done brilliant

  • @justendaniel9797
    @justendaniel9797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thelma and Clarence did a great job of turning that classic bus into a work of art. And you two did a great job of showing off your beautiful RV in this video. Happy Camping...

  • @danielfernandeskreknicki9112
    @danielfernandeskreknicki9112 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great job. Beautiful bus.

  • @SomeplaceOrAnother
    @SomeplaceOrAnother 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This is one badass rig. 😁 The original creator had some skills. Thumbs up for the new owners keeping it truckin and for the gentleman that put in together 👍

  • @susanlarson215
    @susanlarson215 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Clarence would be so proud of what you've done and I love that you used so much of his design.
    Great job!
    💖🐾💖

  • @trail.squatch
    @trail.squatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Was such a treat to have you guys out. Thank you. Hope our paths cross again!

    • @janjones690
      @janjones690 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats nice but they have to shower elsewarr .and what about laundry?

  • @maiingan07
    @maiingan07 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You run into the coolest abodes and people living in them, what a great adventure you’re having and so happy for you.
    Clarence was a master. His wife Helga an artist in her own right, and I’m sure Clarence’s rock through all of this. I wouldn’t be surprised if she’d ask Clarence if he could do this or that and he’d go to the drawing board and make it happen.
    This is the first time I actually enjoyed watching an owner go around the outside of their moving abode and explain the majority of what goes on and what makes it run, and the storage etc., very cool.
    Thanks for bringing this to us, another excellent video for sure.
    Stay smiling.

  • @johnkinnane547
    @johnkinnane547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    G’day Guys and greetings from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺 well your bus/home/RV is really beautiful it has a very nice interior with a lovely character that I haven’t seen in these conversions good luck John

  • @brendaswann7292
    @brendaswann7292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You are stewards of a beautiful piece of history, bless your hearts. I am some what like you, as I believe I was born in the wrong decade. I hope you LIVE in the moment of your beautiful journey. Your home deserves having you as it’s guardians. Safe travels and hope you find a way of getting an oven for baking .... you go. 🇨🇦👏🏽🙏🏼🚌🙏🏼👏🏽🇨🇦

  • @moose5790
    @moose5790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Geat work team, I love what you have done and also your acknowledgement to the previous owner
    all the best on your travels regards from New Zealand :)

  • @bryankrauss6393
    @bryankrauss6393 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Favorite looking bus exterior wise

  • @sookiegirl8707
    @sookiegirl8707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Crazy to me how this all began in Olympia WA, where I live:) I love how nostalgic the people here are!

  • @boulder89984
    @boulder89984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That is by far one of the coolest builds of all time. Thanks for the tour!

  • @ShortyG724
    @ShortyG724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This has got to be one of the neatest conversions on here. Bravo to everyone that had a hand creating this work of art

  • @jeromeclaessen3921
    @jeromeclaessen3921 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You're absolutely stunning! Yea you, who's reading this.

  • @kathrynb4683
    @kathrynb4683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the feel of that bus. I saw one in LA and couldn't take my eyes off of it. Brought back great memories of riding downtown as a toddler with my mom. Thanks for the look inside.

  • @laurakramer396
    @laurakramer396 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm in love with your bus. The lighting makes it feel so cozy and welcoming.

  • @smalugin383
    @smalugin383 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so glad you added your touches to the original owner's it is so beautiful. You have made my day.

  • @JuniperJupiter
    @JuniperJupiter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    It's sweet they left a lot of bits of Clarence and Thelma's touches as an homage.
    And their doggy is cute, too. :D

    • @Tarawa1943
      @Tarawa1943 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The 🐕 resembles Rubeus Hagrid’s Fang from the Harry Potter films.

    • @trail.squatch
      @trail.squatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's because it's the same breed as fang. 😆

    • @arthurias7693
      @arthurias7693 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      well, considering Clarence built the thing, I'd say they're the ones who've added touches

    • @takeitallin6882
      @takeitallin6882 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would suspect that C&T would be pleased that you guys now own & respect their dream. Beautiful & respectful what you've done. Safe travels. bg

  • @bevtrue6937
    @bevtrue6937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautiful bus, beautiful antiques. Great job.

  • @brownbunny2513
    @brownbunny2513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am thinking about doing this lifestyle with a regular school bus. Just doing it alone scares the mess out of me.. Lovely couple, beautiful bus and build. Thank you for sharing your home.

  • @grayeagleswolves
    @grayeagleswolves 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I Love your Bus its so beautiful thank you for showing us

  • @marthamurray8379
    @marthamurray8379 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a fantastic home I’m so jealous stay safe from Scotland

  • @brianresch4692
    @brianresch4692 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey guys, you showed up on my feeds here in Cambodia. Great to see ya, praying for your dad. All the best, Brian R.

  • @mariamoshogianni7008
    @mariamoshogianni7008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful bus god bless you both good luck on your JOURNEY

  • @Journey5074
    @Journey5074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I cannot believe how gorgeous this bus is!!! WOW!! This bus is amazing!!

  • @MushroomFromMars
    @MushroomFromMars 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The best old skoolie I've seen on TH-cam. Don't ever sell it!

  • @euchrideucrow1970
    @euchrideucrow1970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Blimey! This is next level vintage glamour. Stunning!

  • @amyalvarado3762
    @amyalvarado3762 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I love the story...Clarence included!

  • @nealeburgess6756
    @nealeburgess6756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an amazing bus home. The quality of the cabinet work and other aspects of the build is really good. Clarence and Thelma did a great job, and it looks like you two are also doing a great job as caretakers of this real classic. Well done.

  • @Fithvial
    @Fithvial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Katie is gorgeous, Josh is a lucky guy. Love the bus too!

  • @ChillDrive
    @ChillDrive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The most amazing build EVER! Even from the video it make me feel like everything is from 60’s (?). JUST WOW

  • @bjwieland-doucet5917
    @bjwieland-doucet5917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have no words on how this bus makes me feel. XOXOXO

  • @sunroameroverland
    @sunroameroverland 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Just WOW,, Clarence you were a steely eyes missile man.. Love the bus

  • @judya.shroads8245
    @judya.shroads8245 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the freedom of your life. Travel when you're young. I did and loved it.

  • @danokitemanotoo1791
    @danokitemanotoo1791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love that you found a vintage build to make your own & the history behind it too!

  • @kulaniwarner2424
    @kulaniwarner2424 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, what an amazing home!!!! What a WONDERFUL and lucky find!!!!!

  • @tmckmusic8584
    @tmckmusic8584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely video. Love the old footage.💜

  • @travelingsellvation
    @travelingsellvation 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! We renovated a 1999 Fleetwood and thought that was an oldie! Beautiful!

  • @charliesydnor8889
    @charliesydnor8889 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is an absolutely awesome bus. I could live full time in that myself. It is just so cool and in beautiful condition for its age. The old guy did an amazing job especially the slide out. He must have been an amazing fabrication expert. Absolutely love what you guys have done to put your own touches. 🥰

  • @kenmartin9227
    @kenmartin9227 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very impressive.
    Greetings from Spokane

  • @clarkclarke
    @clarkclarke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE this bus ...saw it before on another channel. Just beautiful!!!

  • @korinnebeitzel5914
    @korinnebeitzel5914 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your bus, amazing, thanks for sharing

  • @sixtyate68
    @sixtyate68 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The music went really well for the theme of the bus and video

  • @allenbass4714
    @allenbass4714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like your bus. I own a 1958 Kenworth Pacific that I acquired in 2001 and been living in it since 2004 full time. The serial number of my bus is #99585 . Congratulations on the bus, I'm sure you are going to enjoy it.

    • @trail.squatch
      @trail.squatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would love to see. Look us up on Instagram!

  • @ewalker1057
    @ewalker1057 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the history. Nice

  • @juanitaskelton448
    @juanitaskelton448 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a cozy and homey and retro delux atmosphere. I think your bus feels like Clarence and his wife are still in there with you two beauties! Your dog feels like "The Grand Vizier". A noble beast is he...or she?
    I love the pilot's cabin. Everything feels solid and comfort driven. Thank you for sharing!

  • @stevest.martin3940
    @stevest.martin3940 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice bus the slide out is super cool more bus conversions should do slides.

  • @faze_buendia9514
    @faze_buendia9514 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    what a fantastic find, you 2 have turned it into a beautiful cozy home, great job!!

  • @roycelane8318
    @roycelane8318 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the most if not the most beautiful skoolie on the planet

  • @loisnewton1876
    @loisnewton1876 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the living room and how spacious it is. Very comfy home in my book! So happy you have the dog, they make a family complete!

  • @SoCalFreelance
    @SoCalFreelance 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great story, and what a fun place to live and travel.

  • @danaowen9014
    @danaowen9014 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the old bus and the old memories.

  • @bonbon5980
    @bonbon5980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your pooch....that is a big old bundle of puppy love! And the retro bus itself is amazing.....it’s 3 years older then me - lol! Enjoy your adventures kids and you’re right to do it when your young. Too many people have shoulda coulda woulda regrets......

  • @loulopez554
    @loulopez554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hands down the coolest home on wheels I've seen yet,great job!

  • @dreams..forlove1402
    @dreams..forlove1402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All that its awesome.bus souper.guys you have good job for all this lifestyle.my love there.

  • @jipsiemune
    @jipsiemune 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sweet ! Yes got 2 years to go than im going on a real long trip , it will be fun watching there travels

  • @vibeandride2984
    @vibeandride2984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    This is the coolest bus house conversion on TH-cam

  • @lamalosesit
    @lamalosesit 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved it. Here's wishing this bus a long and adventurous life.

  • @belizeguy
    @belizeguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a grand space!! Thanks for sharing.

  • @sandrawilde1134
    @sandrawilde1134 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you right by purchasing that pretty vintage bus and I liked the way you decorated with more vintage things and made some changes to your liking.

  • @jimeckert607
    @jimeckert607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Way to go guys! Beautiful Retro Skoolie Conversion! 😀

  • @livingitup9647
    @livingitup9647 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a FIND you two stumbled on! It's fantastic. And you two seem like the perfect new owners to carry on the legacy of the builder and his wife. I bet their grandkids are delighted knowing that you both have put so much love into maintaining and restoring their family treasure. Good on ya! I hope you keep it as an accessory dwelling (if you do return to sticks and bricks), perhaps an Air BnB, for many years to come. ;- )

  • @mjoverocker6072
    @mjoverocker6072 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow its so beautiful, y'all are so lucky to live in this

  • @Lili-xq9sn
    @Lili-xq9sn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job! Try a cast iron pot with lid (with a lip on top and feet on bottom) on open fire as your oven.

  • @peggyprose
    @peggyprose 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You are the perfect people to own it!

  • @loriray487
    @loriray487 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I luv the retro! Beautiful. C what imagination people have when it comes 2 a tiny home. Gorgeous.

  • @rob-f1c
    @rob-f1c 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got to love a classic bus dont see many of em no more. Glad ur actually using it and not just rotten somewhere

  • @debbienye6002
    @debbienye6002 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this bus! Great job keeping it real! I also, as a VW gal, notice several VWs in the background. Nice!

  • @goodstuffbetterstuff7207
    @goodstuffbetterstuff7207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good for you two!! Love the bus story. Keep on truckin

  • @bonnienklyde918
    @bonnienklyde918 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a beautiful bus. Very cozy and homey.

  • @sarahbethsstitching9937
    @sarahbethsstitching9937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If I can make a suggestion a power air fryer is a convection oven and you can bake in these ....or just a regular convection would be awesome.

  • @lancemartin7584
    @lancemartin7584 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What an AMAZING bus with a really cool back story!!! I'm so jelly!!!

  • @offroad8163
    @offroad8163 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is awesome. And my dream is to be able to TRAVEL RT 66 also, it would be amazing. Safe travels 👍

  • @laurenmallon4963
    @laurenmallon4963 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love all the antiques!

  • @duggydugg3937
    @duggydugg3937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    luv the flat bus drivery steering wheel

  • @melissabenson6749
    @melissabenson6749 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    U can make anything in a convection oven, that U can in a regular oven; broil, BAKE, toast, etc., & they’re small & pretty inexpensive, I love mine! Great bus, great nostalgia!!!👍🏻✌🏼

  • @duggydugg3937
    @duggydugg3937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    luv it.. especially the flat front !

  • @BUNN11CORE
    @BUNN11CORE 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He was one of my middle schools returning substitute teachers. He was great! Everyone really liked him, super kind and charismatic. He subbed for my homeroom/gym teacher a lot. I finally decided to actually look for him, after I had gotten away from that middle school mindset…

  • @RoundTownWithMike
    @RoundTownWithMike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy cow look at that good boy!

  • @tracykehoe8292
    @tracykehoe8292 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beauty....so cool that you are keeping Clarence's dream alive.

  • @williamoconnell4696
    @williamoconnell4696 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What I love is you are doing life your way ❤️

  • @lauraadams528
    @lauraadams528 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is just amazing!! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @id104335409
    @id104335409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I like how everything looks so old that it makes you woder how does it even function. Is it powered by magic?

    • @RedEye19
      @RedEye19 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      id104335409: Wheels are old too. Do you think magic makes them go round and round as well?

    • @id104335409
      @id104335409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@RedEye19 hehe, if you manage to to stop on a rainy day with old tires - that's magic.

  • @yepme6484
    @yepme6484 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like your video: of just a glimpse of your life. Beautiful bus. What history of it.

  • @amandasanders1141
    @amandasanders1141 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing - looks much more homely having some of the windows blocked out too. A lot of buses feel really exposed, like a goldfish bowl!

  • @DustyKorpse
    @DustyKorpse 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I think we all need to be a bit more 'Clarence' in our lives...

  • @shannonmurphy9790
    @shannonmurphy9790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love all the video of the original owner :)

  • @southronjr1570
    @southronjr1570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's an awesome home, if you ever get a chance I recomended rt66, we have taken our kids across country a few times and have done rt 66 from OKC to Flag and love it, so much that we have done it 5 times and plan to do it again this summer.

  • @robertwhite6203
    @robertwhite6203 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That bus is incredible ! Well done up neatly ! Good job !👍

  • @Blackxs93
    @Blackxs93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome bus

  • @melaniedavenport
    @melaniedavenport 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your bus!

  • @funkyjones
    @funkyjones 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow...what a beauty! The bus is nice too...

  • @Sassyglbeauty
    @Sassyglbeauty 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! That’s amazing that this man seems to have essentially invented the modern day slide out. I also love that they r preserving the work by the previous owners.

  • @jojoskitchen2856
    @jojoskitchen2856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful

  • @LordWillyGee
    @LordWillyGee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of young people ask me this, the same thing. Once in the past, you should find work, house, and have raised a family. Now in 2008+2020, you will work, get layoff? If you have to relocate? Move out of town, or states, so an RV, Van, or Bus, Motor Home is a plus. Millennium, College grad, you just don't know where? Find work, or towns, Or like to see more places. We old people do it now, travels, in RV.