Tall Microsoft retirees build semi-truck "penthouse on wheels"
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- Retirees Scott and Susan Burbank were looking for a full-time mobile home to tour the country at the same time Microsoft retired an old semi-truck that once housed a mobile computer lab.
It was an empty shell with “lots of cables hanging everywhere,” but the couple got to work and 14 months later they had built their dream home inside the old Freightliner. Scott is 6’8” tall, so he needed the high ceilings and space for an extra large bed. They build a murphy bed that folds in two places in order to fit into the pop-out wall.
Scott also wanted a full shower, but didn’t want something that would sit permanently in the space, so he invented a “murphy shower” that expands from 9 inches in the wall to 5 feet into the living room. Using their experience building a sailboat, they epoxied the very-strong-yet-light Okoume plywood to create a waterproof basin that folds out from the wall to catch the water. Using ceiling tracks, they hung waterproof curtains that encircle the fully-extended structure to create a shower with few sacrifices.
The Burbanks first conversion project was an old sailboat that they turned into an ultra-efficient camping cruiser “that goes farther on a gallon of gas (15 miles) thank just about any other powerboat around”. Using this model of finding an effective “hull” to convert, they then turned their energy (10-hour days, 6 days per week) to converting the semi-truck into an open architecture plan (no interior walls) that would be comfortable for very tall people to live full-time.
Powered entirely by solar, the truck is 100% electric (they don’t use any propane), so for cooking, they use an induction cooktop and a specialty hyper-compact convection oven/stove. They can live off-grid for weeks at a time, the limiting factor being water. Their tanks hold enough for about 3 weeks of drinking/shower water. They use a compost toilet to cut back on water and power.
On *faircompanies: faircompanies....
I worked on a truck with a rear hydraulic lift platform and one of the guys I worked with had no toes. Evidently his foot was caught in the lift as it closed and scissored off the top of his foot. May I advise putting warning tape on the area where the lift meets the floor and a sticker that shows a foot being severed. This was a great video with some terrific ideas for DIY van builders. I especially liked the idea of having red lights around the bed at night so you can see without adjusting your eyes. Great work, really enjoyed watching this.
OMG 😳☹️
i never would’ve guessed they are married 44 years! there’s a freshness to their interactions. i think these are the people we all wish we could be.
I truly couldn't imagine how they could talk about their RV for 49:48 minutes, but was I wrong!
FASCINATING. INGENIOUS. INSPIRING.
This is what you get when genius-geek-creatives get busy applying their technical mindset to an RV (and boat!).
Wow, wow, wow.
If Kirsten gives the story that time, you know the story deserves that time.
Imagine building a boat to drive that RV onto to make if a global RV😳😁🤔🤩
@@nicolasboullosa DITTO!!!!!
I was so enjoying it all I didn't notice the time passing.
Dude talks super fast too.
Knocked it out of the park AGAIN! I've watched 1,000s of van/box truck etc. tours and this one is in my top 5 hands down. These folks are totally speaking my language - fold up and away, convertible, French cleats, e-track, multi-use. Brilliant!
Love it!
Im learning so much and getting so many ifeas
TALENTED PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Their insight into knowing what they wanted and producing it (on their own) is an adventure of its own. Their style and overall taste and thinking makes their space comforable and interesting.
WOW! His energy and enthusiasm is just wonderful to observe! Wishing them many years of enjoyment with their customized rig!
I agree but I had to stop watching it bc I have a huge pet peeve with a person saying, "KINDA" or "KIND OF" every other sentence. It drives me crazy hearing it over & over again. I also can't stand the other over used trending words, " Super," "Like," "Literally," & "Actually." I just can't take it. And my biggest pet peeve is when women vocal fry their voices & speak in an up tone. What sucks is, I was really interested in watching this video bc I do like his energy & his RV. I just can't take the pet peeves I just mentioned. It sucks being so aware sometimes.
@@bigacellc8802 Kinda weird, but you can mute the audio and turn on subtitles.
hell yah i would be so stoked and proud to show off my work if this was my rig.
I'd call it MANIC!🤯
@@dvgraphics7112 Why? Cause his psycobabble is what it takes to convince you this is special? This guy is a salesman...with very mediocre ideas!
I love how every other phrase is Susan made this, Susan made that, Susan did this, Susan did that. Susan seems pretty amazing.
@@canyonhaverfield2201thank you for the observation and comparison! It is fun being married to your best friend whom you respect deeply
@@scottburbank3313Your set up is a dream for most RVers. You need a Starlink satellite dish. And, your next upgrade will be to a Tesla semi truck with Full Self Driving. 😎
Yes~ so beautiful ~Good on all of you!
I was gonna say something similar. It's awesome to see.
She is the amazing to his awesome ❤
Too cool for words! (However, :) - history of the siding, French angle thing, 9 inch shower (!), rocket ship light switches :), different coloured plug-ins, Clyde and the solar set-up, the bed, wiring treasure hunt, nets on the lazy Susan - everything is absolutely brilliantly designed!) Your enthusiasm is contagious and rightfully deserved!
I am so glad his wife prompted him to tell the story about the horses. I haven't laughed out loud in a few days, that was good. Funny. I love this build and your videos.
Yes the horses was hilarious😂
What a great couple ! To have a soulmate for 44 yrs and counting, to explore and share, is just the best story. Love this rig ! 👍👍
Everything about this truck is ingenious. Mind officially blown.
The strangest description of a couple I've ever read. "Are they a cool couple?", "They're a tall microsoft couple".
Lets go! 🤣
😂😂😂
Point taken! They’re cool and nice as you can see indeed! Ah, titles! Somebody has to write a book on that. And on algorithms and titles.
When I read the title I 100% assumed that one of them worked at Microsoft.
What's even funnier is that they use apple products (iPhone, iPad).
Incredible planning and design. It was basically a lecture on what the human spirit is capable of. Kirsten, thank you for allowing Scott and Susan the extra time to show us everything. Very impressive.
Hear, hear!
Not really impressed at ppl that have money to burn. When you have their income this is something ppl should do since they can afford it. Sorry I'm old school, you don't get props for doing what you should.
DITTO!!!!!!!!!!
Ooooooo
@@christopher480 what do you mean by doing what they should?
This is a great build, the rotating thing in the cupboard that the kids were sitting in and the "Murphy" shower and double fold bed are perfect! And they are such a nice couple!
EVERYONE IS NICE ON VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!! EVEN MY EXWIFE!🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂❓😷😷🤣
@@StortWeldingCoLLC Agree 🤣🤣🤣
It's obvious too, that they have a lot of mutual respect and they work well together.
@@StortWeldingCoLLC
Yes, but..... a person can usually tell when it’s a load of BS, and just walk away. It seems also to get a bit easier every day to spot them, because they are letting their facades slip lower and lower and/or breaking their own rules and letting everyone see them for who they are. ‼️
@@theducklinghomesteadandgar6639
This is by far the masterclass of RV's, not because it's highly luxurious but because the functionality has passed where the rubber meets the road by miles. Amazing build.
Agree. It’s not really luxurious in the traditional sense. Not the prettiest or fanciest. But, it’s intelligent design!
Yup. 👍
I love how inventive this couple is, everything is so well thought out and engineered. They seem like they have a really solid relationship based upon mutual appreciation; cool to see them compliment each other constantly, not so many are so lucky to have peace and mutual respect/appreciation. Great job guys, on the RV and on your partnership too.
One of the smartest things is the use of that wall system (I forget the name) - so they can really adapt and change things as their needs change!
Love your comment. Totally agree whit you.
Forty four years together! If any one can make things work together, THEY can! What a team they are! Cute, happy, friendly couple! Great build, and amazing tech!
Again....you find the most interesting and creative people
Absolutely amazing build, the shower, mud room, carousel storage, the bed and just the glue and screw method; best RV I’ve seen!
These guys blew me away with what they've been able to accomplish in building their incredible home on wheels!!
I applaud both of you, but especially Susan! My wife and I have been married 48 years. My wife, Shirley help me with many projects before 2018 when she went to her wheelchair, even roofing with shingles. It’s great to have a marriage with a partner that helps. Thanks for the video.
i just love the ingenuity and problem solving they did to make this space theirs, from the customs made bed and sheets to the "murphy shower" lol. I think this project goes to show how efficient and comfortable you can get if you problem solve for your own needs in a space. Brava to Susan and Scott
After me being an OTR truck driver for 35 years it was fun to watch this video...
What an adorable couple, they make such a good team
Wow. They built it. Amazing. Very cool. Thanks again, Kirsten. You continue to surprise.
DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!
So true!!
This couple and their build are INSPIRING!
I really like the couple. The dude seems so energetic and happy and welcoming and helpful. And the woman is happy and clever and funny and friendly too. I enjoyed listening to them talk about their place more than I enjoyed the place itself.
How creative. I was smiling when they pointed out the boat features. This guy thinks like I do. Well Done!
That thing is GINORMOUS. No sweeter words when he said, "we just wanna see America".
One of the best builds I’ve seen, I love his use of materials… but then I’m a sailor who’s built boats…. I always wondered why more of the marine construction methods are not used there mor durable and lighter…. Well Done
He speaks of Susan with lots of love and respect. True Gentleman and a great team.
What a great couple! 44 years of togetherness and adventure. I just found the race to Hawaii-the Vic Maui Race. You two are inspirational. Here's to many more years of happiness for you two!
@ Iden, how fun you found the sailboat video. You are a good researcher!
@@scottburbank3313 I'm known for my research skills. Lol!
Love the layout and design. Great ideas (table, shower, wooden sink and the "towers"). The marine snaps to keep drawers closed and the fridge too has helped me to solve a problem with our rolling cart that has drawers that cannot close while pushing the cart from one area to another. Glad I watched this episode. Interesting to see a Microsoft person use Apple products
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That's so cool! I'm an old warship nerd and immediately noticed the resemblance to the Dazzle camo!
This man must be an engineer? Such a problem solving approach to everything! Amazing build!! ❤️
Wow that shower is genius. This was a really amazing build.
You guys thought of everything. Having a motorcycle allows you to go where Clyde can't. Very nice
Incredible design! Truly one of kind, and so is the couple.
That shower... o.. m.. g.. amazing, perfect, genius, ingenious, "insert more compliments of awe". Love the design of everything about this home! ❤🎉😊
The Burbanks are some of the best people in the world. So cool that you are featuring their passion and creativity on your channel!!
Love the mishap with the horse question that was asked of the gentleman in the video. The innocent response was too funny in regards to the question. Priceless.
This truck is just loaded with good ideas. I'm very impressed.
The murphy shower is amazing. I also liked the drawer handles with the locks, of all things. And these industrial railings for the storage are actually something that could be used more often in smaller houses, RVs. A differently coloured electrical outlets, a separate smaller switch for the red lighting - all "user friendly". And all of that with great artistic design. Wow.
Such a creative, inventive, loving couple. Clyde's features are pure brilliance. Thank you for sharing this!
Absolute marvel. Quality simplicity, comfort, where the journey is the focus, but our inner need for beauty and comfort are not forgotten. Tru elegance.
I love the ingenuity that people put into these!
these two are genius! I was an plumbing and heating Technician for more than a decade and their set up is pure gold!!
They had me at "Murphy" wooden shower. 😆 But a beautiful idea and large space. My hat's off to them for the effort.
I thought 49 minutes was way too long … 49 minutes later “ what ? It’s over ?” Very nice to whatch .
Fantastic video. Please send greetings to Scott & Susan Burbank. They are a brilliant couple.
All the best from New Zealand 🌸💐💜
GENIUS - I have been trying to design a “Murphy shower” system to use in a micro apartment I’m designing/building next year. I’ve been looking at the RV flip down bathroom sinks & thinking/wondering how something similar could be used for a shower, I’ve even been looking into the marine sector as they have some excellent things for small spaces etc. It’s marvellous to finally see something this close to what I’ve been scouring the internet for. Also would be perfect for a van build!
And part of it tells them when to clean the solar panels? As @nikoTJ said, "Mind officially blown." But if they are a "Microsoft couple", that may help explain their way of problem solving? The truck came from Microsoft, but did they?
@@johnpeter4436
IDK Maybe professionally in the Industry⁉️Zoom Meetings⁉️
Regarding the shower, it's an ingenuous solution but I wonder if just having a large area that is designed to get wet and runs to a floor drain would be easier.
@@juandenz2008 good thought but as the shower area is a ‘thoroughfare’ you would either get your feet wet walking through or have to get down and dry the area before walking through which takes time & makes another cloth that needs drying - where as with this Murphy shower system you just close it up and any water/moisture is ‘gone’ off running/evaporating while all closed away
@@juandenz2008 Good Question. what @A J says below is spot on. Plus, the drain to the grey tank in under the sink (rookie mistake). If we had to do it again we would have put the drain by the shower. We would still use the shower pan. But, the pan would sit on the ground and not need legs. Make sense?
Great video! Love the Murphy Shower and closet. I'll be attempting that build in my little 5x12 v nose trailer this winter! So glad this video popped up this morning, thank you for making an awesome truck RV!! 😀
Scott and Susan: Long life & good health to you -- thank you so much for sharing this through Kirsten!
It is amazing what people can accomplish with a "can do" attitude. Thanks for sharing!
And GIGANTIC TALENT! I have can do attitude but no real expertise.
This home is amazing, it's one of the best I've seen the couple are so smart.
I live in Europe and we need a license to drive trucks like this one but now I have a new goal of my life. I have to work next 5 years to get retired and I going to spend some time to get license and to buy some used truck to build something like this and try to travel across Europe. Murphy shower is really great idea. Kristen thanks for all videos you have presented so far.
What an amazing couple w/ an amazing home on the go! I absolutely LOVE this! Scott reminds me of a professor wanting you to learn as much as possible. If he doesn't offer the information but you ask, he lights up at your spacial awareness and instantly gives a speed lecture. Best kind of teacher in my opinion, makes for a stimulating conversationalist. A brilliant man who doesn't make you feel stupid for not knowing or understanding. His wife just beams while he's speaking, the whole time just lit up. They're a rarity I'm happy I got to witness.
Now I didn't build my own awesome RV but I did just recently get a 2022 33ft travel trailer for my disabled Mom and I (she's blind and has epileptic seizures) and we picked ours for the open floor plan; everyone has been pleasantly surprised how much room there is once inside b/c it doesn't look it from the outside. I'm grateful our trailer came w/ awesome features but eventually there are minimal changes I'd like to make; lipstick and rouge to make it 100% our own. Beyond that I also noticed a lot of RVs, trailers, 5th wheels, toy haulers, etc. come w/ those swooping paint designs. About a month ago I was talking to a guy staying in the lot next to me about it, asking why this was. He had no idea but he commented on my paint design. I told him I wanted to eventually change it but until then it was conscience effort to not have any of the "typical" swoops; I'm silver, matte black & blue with different thicknesses of pinstripes.
So cool to read you got a travel trailer for you and your mom. Does she love to go exploring?
You are a keen observer of people. Your description of how I enjoy questions is so true. I’m amazed you were able to observe that characteristic in a RUclips video. Plus, you saw the joy in Susan’s face. She is an enthusiastic-optimist. Which is a great personality type to have as your life partner.
Idk how Kirsten does it, but she manages to keep my attention with every subject. She’s one of the best at capturing our current history of homes. I hope in 100 years, people will find these videos intriguing to see how we lived in the old 2010 & 2020s.
This is my favorite episode yet! Love the "Camper"! Love all the wonderful ideas that produced the finished product. And I love the couple! And as always, you guys did an excellent job, with the questions and filming! Thank you for the quality shows! 💕
This has got to be one of the best conversations I've ever seen. Beautiful job that's absolutely amazing.
I so love this couple. They are really partners in all the sense. Their projects made them better as a couple I think
Omg when I win the lotto I want to buy this. I love the modular approach, the Murphy sink, shower and bed, the exterior design….EVERYTHING!!
Loved the video & what they did to Clyde. It looks like they addressed every necessary need. The Dehydrator closest & shower especially intrigued me.
I like y’all very much:-). I’m planning on fixing up a yacht to circumnavigate non stop around the globe and y’all are brilliant:-). Thank you for allowing them to film you:-). I’ve already crossed three bodies of water on my Catalac Catamaran:-). Wow! So cool and such ingenuity.
@run14me - you are welcome. Good luck with your global sail!
What a great setup! The ability to have a motorcycle inside means you don’t have to slow down to pull a trailer. The shower is awesome and the doors on the back are really nice. The only thing I wouldn’t like would be the height of the truck, since it would limit which campgrounds you could use. Excellent tour!
That is a very innovative RV especially that shower. That couple looks like they had a lot of fun making it. It's great how they took their experiences building boats into building this RV. Kudos to Scott and Susan.
Beautiful And Wonderful rig you must be a genius! 😊 it’s the best quality, the best thought out, the best execution, I have seen.
Thank you so much for sharing your Home with us.
Great couple and excellent truck build. Continued blessings during your travels 🙏
This was heart warming and mind blowing from an engineering standpoint. Thanks!
Vic & I want a travel home like Clyde! Wow, great creative planning in every part of the home…amazing folks! 👍🏽
Always something amazing to check out on this channel. Always. There's so much coming through in each video it's just sorta beyond.
Homes with "soul", thanks Kirsten for the amazing people you search for. Long life for this couple.
ok seriously its past midnight i had no intention of watching a 50 minute video. thanks for making another great one!
This is really well-done. BRAVO. Dozens of commercial RV designers will steal a lot of these wonderful ideas.
I just passed them on the freeway recently and wondered what the vehicle was. What a surprise to see them here in your channel! Clyde's decoration is the opposite of camouflage for me. It caught my eye and intrigued me. What an amazing project! Bravo!!
AnnickGR So glad you spotted Clyde. Where were you when you saw Clyde? We are attending the Northwest Tandem Rally this Memorial Day weekend in Sequim WA. So nice to attend the event in Clyde and have all the comforts of home at the end of each day of riding.
The man is a genius. I have watched many videos about people going off grid in a camper but none matches these people who built their own rig. WOW!!!
After watching the first few minutes showing a quick overview of the video, I was close to turning off, glad I did not, what a great couple and a great home.
I’ve been designing work vans for my company for years now. I went from a full size Mercedes Sprinter van to a Ford Transit Connect. The sprinter was full of equipment. I was able to fit it all in the transit connect. Took me months if minor changes daily but I eventually got it super functional. Even more so then the large Sprinter. Learning to maximize space is a must. These guys did such a good job of it. Downsizing from a house to an RV. Really impressive. Early morning think time. I do something similar. But I’ll sit at the work vans open them up completely look at everything and think of ways to make them more efficient.
Amazingly clever engineering! Simply genius design. I've never seen anything like it. It's aesthetic, & pragmatic at the same time.
Reminds me of how much fun it was to work with people like these at Microsoft. Thoughtful, inventive, attentive. Loved it. And love to see what they've done and their thought process.
K: There you go again with one smart upload. This couple geek it out to the next hemisphere. It was a joy to see their brains at work! Designers and problem solvers extrodinaire. Thank you Kirsten for giving us a glimpse of that whole other world out there.
The creativity & use of space is impressive! The murphy shower is such a great small idea. I’ve been trying to figure out how to add a shower to my 30 ft. sailboat, this is a possibility. Knowing that they built a boat, they used so many features that are of a boat. This is very impressive.
Very nice couple. And awesome conversion
What a brilliant talented couple! Great video!
Fantastic build ! I’m 6-4 and most van builds seem entirely too short. So nice to see one that I’d easily fit in.
When you have Microsoft money, the sky's the limit. Anything can be custom made.
Bravo Scott and Susan! You are both amazing people. Thank you Kirsten and your family for bringing us these wonderful, professional and down to earth stories about real people. The planet Earth needs more people like you. Have a very beautiful day!
This was my favorite 'build' so far. Thank you!
So creative, I am building on now in a fifty two foot semi, and needing ideas, and I hit the jackpot ! Many thanks for posting.
I am so grateful for this channel 🙏
You both are brilliant!! All I can say is WOW!!
There are some amazingly talented people in this world and this couple fits that description. 💜
pity they couldn't translate their talents into making MS Windows anything but shit OS it is
Amazing!! This took a lot of thinking and making. But, the result is so worth it.. stunning beauty and such comfort. Congrats to these lovely people and thank you for sharing, Kirsten.
Of all your videos....this is amazing! I've seen "growing oranges in the snow", and this is my 2nd favorite! Thank you!
What a fantastic project. And the vibes between those two speak to a great couple. Nice job indeed.
Very impressive! I so would love to see our country and visit our beautiful parks like that!!! Way to go!!👍🏼🇺🇸
That couple. That build. Wow. Blown away. Both of them so handy.
Man oh man! What a fabulously excellent Rig & Home! Impressive. Congratulations on a job well done. ✨👏😁💐☀️
WOW .... I am REALLY impressed with this build !!!!!
These two make a lovely team.
Definitely the best I ever seen, nice people too. I love the little details like the different coloured sockets and the light switches
Genius, great concepts put into play! Love it! You have nailed a quality R.V. into a package that 'works' for you. As they say: "Ta-DA"! Well done, Scott & Susan Burbank are incredibly talented! So clever, in the multi-usable features throughout the Rig. They really put a lot of thought into their Creation - "Clyde"! Keep Rolling!
Like the ride. More impressed by the loving couple that put it together. Hope your future journeys are wonderful and plentiful! Peace