As someone who grew up wanting to join in my parents' home projects, I think it's so cool that Belle is allowed to join in family projects. That's awesome. Your family is truly a team! Hey Belle 👋🏽🤗
Man, this project is turning out awesome! So glad you all will be able to spend some quality time together in it while everyone is still young. It's going to me a memory maker for sure! Nice job folks!
Love the species iris and the hybridized one too and beautiful peonies! The odds and end of all the extra cool things that matter, on the bus, was really interesting and fun to watch. Thank you for allowing us to see what you are doing!
What a beautiful day! Your garden is shining. You’re a mechanical technical genius Doug. Extremely gifted. I love the color scheme. Its has a very uplifting vibe. Great trick for painting screws. The finished painted pieces look amazing! Love the white fire extinguisher. A happy ‘safe’ home for traveling.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Doug, the drain pipe to the drain tank looks just fine. Function over form. You have to do what is best for your needs. Keep up the good work. 😊 Ashley, great idea of the metal plate to strengthen the wall for the fire extinguisher!
The panels you touch up painted made them look brand new. They added a cleaner and cared for appearance. The safety equipment you left and the things you installed will also give you piece of mine.
Doug and Ash - I really enjoy your videos you are doing a great job! It is to bad you have to explain to the Debbie Doubters and “self entitled experts” why you do certain things!! It is your vehicle, you do what you think is best and within your budget!!
I always learn so much and am inspired to do DIY after watching your vids. Great job editing. Good, instructional and entertaining content. Always look forward to your vids. Thank You for this channel!
That bus is so cool! You will have lots of storage room and it’s going to be so nice! Are you gonna have long pullout drawers under bed? If not you could stack clear labled bins that have rollers for sliding out. For food, tools, blankets, tp, clothes, emergency kit. Etc. also you could attach the biikes to top, if You took some. Our first few trips will teach you what you need or do diyfferent!!! Im excited for you all
You guys think of everything and it’s done to perfection in my opinion. Your skills are absolutely amazing and it’s been that way since the beginning of your channel. You are definitely not afraid to tackle ANY project,whether it be installing a HUGE foundation wall or building an amazing chicken coup in your barn in Indiana,you just in vision it and go for it. You inspire folks and that’s just one of the many things about y’all that we all love. I’m so excited to see y’all make many beautiful memories in your BAD TO THE BONE GETAWAY ADVENTURE BUS. God Bless you all.👍💕
The bus is coming together beautifully! I love all of the small touches that you two incorporate with the renovation/repurposing of the bus! This so much fun to watch!
I watch you spray paint occasionally with your own air sprayer. I would love to see a video on how to set up the sprayer and get the thickness of the paint right that will spray. I know there are a hundred videos on that but I like the way you explain things. You have a way that I can relate to. Too many other guys talk far too technical or want you to go out and spend hundreds of dollars on fancy equipment. I lead a simple life with limited income. I have never sprayed paint other than from a can.
Looking good. Quick suggestion. Extend your drain hose towards the opposite side of the bus. I had a camper once that had a drain for the built in cooler which was next to the door. It created a muddy spot, even though it was only water from the melting ice, right by the door. I realize it is just the entrance to the shed, but if you can avoid stepping in mud by adding a few cents of hose it will save you a lot of floor wiping. A bit of padding behind the lawn chairs? (for noise mostly)
Life is an evolving project, and we must evolve with it as it rolls forward. You are ensuring safety and item security are built into the bus to you all safe and free from harm. Your first few family trips will tell you if other features are needed, or if any changes will be desirable. You have avoided any shortcuts or signs of thoughtless modification. It all looks soundly assembled and designed. One point that some others picked up was the vertical struts at the end of the beds. Will you, or have you, capped them off to avoid risk to those entering or leaving the beds? The summer is bringing out the bloom in your family and the flowers, another good video.
Your property is absolutely lovely . The delightful filtered greenish light through the leafy trees , the grass , the flowers . So much to bring sensory pleasure , and all with the music of birdsong. You continue to provide an antidote to the prevailing confused and worrying world situation . You are such a example of harmony and love . And not forgetting your sheer genius!!! Thank you.🎻🥰👌
Perhaps Doug was commenting sideways about critiques make about the toilet being "viewable". Such expectations. D and A so patient and polite! Another reason to love and respect them.
Great job! I think I would put some kind of foam or rubber isolator under the fire extinguisher to stop in from vibrating while driving. The vibrating may cause the screws to come loose over time.
Everything on the bus looks great. I think the painted pipe looks good. Hey, its your bus, your creation, and you can do what you want/what works for the fam! :)
Can we see Belles' new beautiful pictures? She is so talented...The bus is looking great. I hope to see you on a trip very soon. Maybe some nice spots in Michigan. Love your channel. Maverick is so cute and I love to hear him talk. Loved your blouse, Ashley. Doug, you are so creative.
Looking good. If you're engine fire extinguisher ever goes off, be sure to wash the dry chemical off as fast as you can. Some of the chemicals will mess up paint if left alone.
WOW! LOTS of things got done! Can't wait to see this puppy on the road! Oh, and thanks for the views of all the pretty flowers! The exposed plumbing pipe that was painted to fit the décor is just fine. Most people wouldn't even know it was plumbing unless you told them. Most plumbing pipes don't come in aqua. LOL I am SO looking forward to hearing y'all say "On The Road Again" and see what you get up to on your adventures across America.
Yay for the little jobs, as they're always a sign that you're on the finishing stretch. Another great video. Loved the flower shots at the start. They really looked beautiful.
It's all so personalized and attractive. Wonderful job. You will be so proud of it and get so many hours of enjoyment and make millions of wonderful memories in the Oasis.
You both seriously think of absolutely everything! What an awesome team! Love your design choices too. I really like the pipe with the pop of color. This will be a truly one of a kind adventure bus and it all suits you so well 😁💗
the purple irises are gorgeous and the vibrant color for the peony amazing!!! Did you do a vegetable garden this year? nice to see Belle she has grown into a beautiful young lady...…..Doug I've said it before may i mention it again, i could use you at my home...….I have so many projects i cant do......kudos to you and you ability/knowledge
I always get a knot in my stomach when you drill those holes😳You are always spot-on!!!!!!!!everything looks so wonderful! Thanks for sharing😊Have a nice week❤️👍🏻
Very thoughtful items in this episode. When you get around to buying your First Aid Kit, also buy a few of the raincoats for campers/hikers. A quick change to bad weather seems to occur frequently in MI. And flat tires sometimes happen in a miserable cold rain! 😆 Eagerly anticipating your first outing. (Have you been to Hartwick Pines yet?) (Born & raised Michigander) 💕🌵
When I was younger we did a lot of camping. Large trash bags make great rain gear. A hole each for head and hands and you're good to go. A roll takes very little space and if cut flat you have a nice size sheet of plastic. Very versatile. Of course they also work as trash bags.
Your daughter looks alot like you Doug and your chair bracket works good and the fire extinguisher etc everything is coming along great lots of effort put in this project 💗
Your creativity just amazes me. I love what you are doing. I know Ashley and the kids will have an absolute blast when you go on your first outings!! ❤️❤️
Love the way it turned out! I kind of feel that Ashley is feeling a bit better. She smiles more often and seems relaxed a bit more. I think she has a such a soft beautifulness about her!
Looks good. Keep looking for the curtain video and the beds in, to see how it all goes together. Your iris and peonies are pretty. Been working outside here, trying to get caught up. Got a rainy- semi/rainy day here....should be cleaning house but watching videos instead! LOL- Just amazing on your bus conversion. Its going to look like a brand new one when you get it done. Looking forward to the before and after video of this...already forgot how it was when you first got it.
Your attention to detail, practicality, thorough thought process and skill is so interesting to see how projects all come together....great job and your family is a joy to watch!!!
It's really coming together - can't wait to see your first official use of the van! Sidenote: I noticed there's room beside the folding chairs for a cabinet of some kind. Something for tools, maybe?
Totally awesome job so far you guys do a fantastic job on anything you do. Cant wait for the finished project and to see where your adventures take you. I hope we get to come along with you for the ride.
Very nice job!!!!!!!! You always make it work the way you want it to, it does not matter what anyone else thinks or says it is all about YOU..... Good job. God bless
Oh your flowers are beautiful. Just wondered where they was planted or if they came up on their own from the previous owner. I love flowers all around so refreshing and makes me happy. Y’all are just amazing. I’m so happy for your Family. The OASIS is absolutely beautiful. 🌺
What a beautiful job you have done! It’s got everything you need for a travel excursion. I had asked to see the flowers and they are lovely!! Okay now all I need is to know when I am being picked up??? Lol Darla
Safety, function, esthetics, durability! Yes Sir.. you've got it covered!! 👍😁
The man even knows how to properly use a spray paint gun. Most people don't.
As someone who grew up wanting to join in my parents' home projects, I think it's so cool that Belle is allowed to join in family projects. That's awesome. Your family is truly a team! Hey Belle 👋🏽🤗
Man, this project is turning out awesome! So glad you all will be able to spend some quality time together in it while everyone is still young. It's going to me a memory maker for sure! Nice job folks!
The flowers at the beginning was so pretty. BELL looks more like Ashley every time we see her. You all are doing great. Such a wonderful family
Ashley your "mini me" is getting prettier everyday. Great job on the bus guys.
Love the species iris and the hybridized one too and beautiful peonies! The odds and end of all the extra cool things that matter, on the bus, was really interesting and fun to watch. Thank you for allowing us to see what you are doing!
What a beautiful day! Your garden is shining. You’re a mechanical technical genius Doug. Extremely gifted. I love the color scheme. Its has a very uplifting vibe. Great trick for painting screws. The finished painted pieces look amazing! Love the white fire extinguisher. A happy ‘safe’ home for traveling.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Oh Ashley, Bell is so beautiful she’s grown so much!!!
Rope, first aid kit, usb hub come in handy too.
Doug, the drain pipe to the drain tank looks just fine. Function over form.
You have to do what is best for your needs. Keep up the good work. 😊
Ashley, great idea of the metal plate to strengthen the wall for the fire extinguisher!
Flowers are gorgeous and the bus so cool, and Ashley has a “ Mini me” that’s adorable! Excellent job on the bus!👍💞 Carrie
Ooo... I like how you put your screws in the cardboard to paint them. I will remember that tip, thanks. 👍🌻
The bus is looking good. You guys can do anything!
Good Morning Doug Ashley &
Kids.Your bus conversion is just awesome.I love your ideas to keep everything neat & tidy.BRAVO DOUG & ASHLEY 👏🏻👍🏻
The panels you touch up painted made them look brand new. They added a cleaner and cared for appearance. The safety equipment you left and the things you installed will also give you piece of mine.
Doug and Ash - I really enjoy your videos you are doing a great job! It is to bad you have to explain to the Debbie Doubters and “self entitled experts” why you do certain things!! It is your vehicle, you do what you think is best and within your budget!!
haha, yeah we have gotten use to trying to explain anything we think will bug someone.
Agreed! Live and let live.
I personally think that the exposed plumbing looks cool..... This project is really coming together. Can't wait to see the curtains.
The bus is beautiful. Looks like new.
I always learn so much and am inspired to do DIY after watching your vids. Great job editing. Good, instructional and entertaining content. Always look forward to your vids. Thank You for this channel!
Thank you so much
I can tell the folks who raised both of you did a very good job teaching you how to clean well!
It sure is fun to watch you guys work....your creativity followed by your attention to detail is truly enjoyable! Thanks again for your great channel!
Thank you!
That bus is so cool! You will have lots of storage room and it’s going to be so nice! Are you gonna have long pullout drawers under bed? If not you could stack clear labled bins that have rollers for sliding out. For food, tools, blankets, tp, clothes, emergency kit. Etc. also you could attach the biikes to top, if You took some. Our first few trips will teach you what you need or do diyfferent!!! Im excited for you all
No plans for drawers under the bed :)
Your flowers are beautiful and the bus OH MY GOODNESS you are an amazing person to be able to do all of this for your family 👪❤
You guys think of everything and it’s done to perfection in my opinion. Your skills are absolutely amazing and it’s been that way since the beginning of your channel. You are definitely not afraid to tackle ANY project,whether it be installing a HUGE foundation wall or building an amazing chicken coup in your barn in Indiana,you just in vision it and go for it. You inspire folks and that’s just one of the many things about y’all that we all love. I’m so excited to see y’all make many beautiful memories in your BAD TO THE BONE GETAWAY ADVENTURE BUS. God Bless you all.👍💕
Thank you for the kind words and for being with us. It means a lot to us.
Linda I agree with everything you said👍🏻
The bus is coming together beautifully! I love all of the small touches that you two incorporate with the renovation/repurposing of the bus! This so much fun to watch!
I watch you spray paint occasionally with your own air sprayer. I would love to see a video on how to set up the sprayer and get the thickness of the paint right that will spray. I know there are a hundred videos on that but I like the way you explain things. You have a way that I can relate to. Too many other guys talk far too technical or want you to go out and spend hundreds of dollars on fancy equipment. I lead a simple life with limited income. I have never sprayed paint other than from a can.
You are so clever! Your bus conversion mobile unit is amazing and functional!!!
👏👏👏
Looking good. Quick suggestion. Extend your drain hose towards the opposite side of the bus. I had a camper once that had a drain for the built in cooler which was next to the door. It created a muddy spot, even though it was only water from the melting ice, right by the door. I realize it is just the entrance to the shed, but if you can avoid stepping in mud by adding a few cents of hose it will save you a lot of floor wiping.
A bit of padding behind the lawn chairs? (for noise mostly)
Life is an evolving project, and we must evolve with it as it rolls forward. You are ensuring safety and item security are built into the bus to you all safe and free from harm. Your first few family trips will tell you if other features are needed, or if any changes will be desirable. You have avoided any shortcuts or signs of thoughtless modification. It all looks soundly assembled and designed. One point that some others picked up was the vertical struts at the end of the beds. Will you, or have you, capped them off to avoid risk to those entering or leaving the beds? The summer is bringing out the bloom in your family and the flowers, another good video.
Those struts have blue rubbery caps on them. If we need to do more we'll change it. Thanks :)
Your property is absolutely lovely . The delightful filtered greenish light through the leafy trees , the grass , the flowers . So much to bring sensory pleasure , and all with the music of birdsong. You continue to provide an antidote to the prevailing confused and worrying world situation . You are such a example of harmony and love . And not forgetting your sheer genius!!! Thank you.🎻🥰👌
It’s coming along nicely. Looking great . Brilliant work and thanks for sharing this with us take care
Thank you for watching
@@diyfferent You’re welcome 👍🏻
The bike rack being used as a chair holder. Genius.
FAMILY TEAM WORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK GOD BLESS
Your comment, "Some people think that it's rude to keep your plumbing exposed " made me laugh outloud.😀😁😁😁🤣🤣
Perhaps Doug was commenting sideways about critiques make about the toilet being "viewable". Such expectations. D and A so patient and polite! Another reason to love and respect them.
Looks great as usual. I love watching you work on projects.🌈🌈🌈
Great job! I think I would put some kind of foam or rubber isolator under the fire extinguisher to stop in from vibrating while driving. The vibrating may cause the screws to come loose over time.
That is great progress and enjoyable to see how many smaller jobs are needed.
Who the Heck would give you all a thumbs down????
You all are an AWESOME loving family. ❤
10 thumbs up from me. 😃
The cynical , disillusioned , and disappointed people whose thumbs can only point down . It is very sad .
@@lindacarruthers3423 It IS sad isn’t it🥺
The bus is moving right along. The flowers are beautiful.
Everything on the bus looks great. I think the painted pipe looks good. Hey, its your bus, your creation, and you can do what you want/what works for the fam! :)
TWO VERY GIFTED PEOPLE! IT IS LOOKING AMAZING!
Good job(s), guys! That water draining system was a little tricky, but you got it to work. Can't wait for your first "trial run" in this bus!
Can we see Belles' new beautiful pictures? She is so talented...The bus is looking great. I hope to see you on a trip very soon. Maybe some nice spots in Michigan. Love your channel. Maverick is so cute and I love to hear him talk. Loved your blouse, Ashley. Doug, you are so creative.
Maybe at some point we'll share more of her art :) Thanks!
Looking good. If you're engine fire extinguisher ever goes off, be sure to wash the dry chemical off as fast as you can. Some of the chemicals will mess up paint if left alone.
My you daughter looks so like her mum.x
I thought the same thing! Pretty girl.
You are doing a really great job on this bus you guys are gonna have so much fun with it stay safe and God bless
Your flowers are gorgeous! And the bus is coming together so nicely!
This has been such a fun project to watch! So creative, inventive and practical! Awesome job, both of you!!
WOW! LOTS of things got done! Can't wait to see this puppy on the road! Oh, and thanks for the views of all the pretty flowers! The exposed plumbing pipe that was painted to fit the décor is just fine. Most people wouldn't even know it was plumbing unless you told them. Most plumbing pipes don't come in aqua. LOL I am SO looking forward to hearing y'all say "On The Road Again" and see what you get up to on your adventures across America.
Yay for the little jobs, as they're always a sign that you're on the finishing stretch.
Another great video. Loved the flower shots at the start. They really looked beautiful.
It's all so personalized and attractive. Wonderful job. You will be so proud of it and get so many hours of enjoyment and make millions of wonderful memories in the Oasis.
You both seriously think of absolutely everything! What an awesome team! Love your design choices too. I really like the pipe with the pop of color. This will be a truly one of a kind adventure bus and it all suits you so well 😁💗
Cool to see the irises and peony blooming. The first iris you showed looks like the same color as one that I have.
the purple irises are gorgeous and the vibrant color for the peony amazing!!! Did you do a vegetable garden this year? nice to see Belle she has grown into a beautiful young lady...…..Doug I've said it before may i mention it again, i could use you at my home...….I have so many projects i cant do......kudos to you and you ability/knowledge
We didn't start a vegetable garden. But Ashley did plant some flowers. Not much can grow with our 100 day growing season.
Bella is beautiful. Just like her mother. The little guy is a little boy now. Wow they have grown up so fast. Your kids are so sweet.
OMG Ashley, Bella is your Mini Me! She even blinks like you do. Great content
Wow you thought of everything ... great job ...
I always get a knot in my stomach when you drill those holes😳You are always spot-on!!!!!!!!everything looks so wonderful! Thanks for sharing😊Have a nice week❤️👍🏻
Getting close to a first excursion! So exciting!
You thought of every thing. It looks great.
Hi folks. You know by now that I like going along on your life journey. I enjoy all of your videos. ~Rick in N.H.
You are really moving along on the bus project. Can’t wait to see your first outing.
I like this video of all small jobs. awesome!
Every project you have shown is so useful!
I love how your work is always so clean and precise.
Tee hee Ashley, Bell looks just like you. Two beautiful women with great personalities.
I love seeing your older videos! I enjoy your family life! Your great parents!
Very thoughtful items in this episode. When you get around to buying your First Aid Kit, also buy a few of the raincoats for campers/hikers. A quick change to bad weather seems to occur frequently in MI. And flat tires sometimes happen in a miserable cold rain! 😆 Eagerly anticipating your first outing. (Have you been to Hartwick Pines yet?) (Born & raised Michigander) 💕🌵
We actually had been looking at first aid kits for the bus. But I hadn't thought of rain coats. Good thought.
When I was younger we did a lot of camping. Large trash bags make great rain gear. A hole each for head and hands and you're good to go. A roll takes very little space and if cut flat you have a nice size sheet of plastic. Very versatile. Of course they also work as trash bags.
Your daughter looks alot like you Doug and your chair bracket works good and the fire extinguisher etc everything is coming along great lots of effort put in this project 💗
Yes she does and lil Maverick looks like mom
@@wandaallen4340 yes I totally agree
@@BearStar1 I don't agree ☺️
Your creativity just amazes me. I love what you are doing. I know Ashley and the kids will have an absolute blast when you go on your first outings!! ❤️❤️
Down here in South America we have houses made of concrete and stucco. Exposed plumbing is the norm.
It's so lovely to see the bus slowly coming together, that you have use for every inch and space
Love the way it turned out! I kind of feel that Ashley is feeling a bit better. She smiles more often and seems relaxed a bit more. I think she has a such a soft beautifulness about her!
Looks good. Keep looking for the curtain video and the beds in, to see how it all goes together. Your iris and peonies are pretty. Been working outside here, trying to get caught up. Got a rainy- semi/rainy day here....should be cleaning house but watching videos instead! LOL- Just amazing on your bus conversion. Its going to look like a brand new one when you get it done. Looking forward to the before and after video of this...already forgot how it was when you first got it.
Love your ideas on your bus conversion, love your flower garden very beautiful .
Love the Bus. Fantastic job guys. Another Great video. Thanks. Bless you ,and your family.
Wow the bus is looking great! Your yard is in full bloom...its 😍.
You guys are so creative! I am so excited to see this finished so you all can enjoy it.
Your attention to detail, practicality, thorough thought process and skill is so interesting to see how projects all come together....great job and your family is a joy to watch!!!
Again, great job and such attention to detail. Looking forward to seeinf the curtains.
It's really coming together - can't wait to see your first official use of the van! Sidenote: I noticed there's room beside the folding chairs for a cabinet of some kind. Something for tools, maybe?
Maybe. I was leaving it open for now because I'm not sure if I will be packing a camp stove or anything like that.
Wonderful job... Looks great! 🚍🧯
Totally awesome job so far you guys do a fantastic job on anything you do. Cant wait for the finished project and to see where your adventures take you. I hope we get to come along with you for the ride.
Very nice job!!!!!!!! You always make it work the way you want it to, it does not matter what anyone else thinks or says it is all about YOU..... Good job. God bless
Oh your flowers are beautiful. Just wondered where they was planted or if they came up on their own from the previous owner. I love flowers all around so refreshing and makes me happy. Y’all are just amazing. I’m so happy for your Family. The OASIS is absolutely beautiful. 🌺
All of the flowers were here when we moved in except for the maroon irises - they were gifted to us in 2019 by Jeff at Bobblehead Homestead.
I'm looking great. Good thinking and all the safety measures.
You are doing such a fantastic job on the bus conversion! Looks awesome
Thank you
Everything is looking beautiful!
The bus is looking great!
Your Iris' and Peonies look spectacular.
Everything is coming together. Oh, and I love your garden flowers. 🌸
Everything is coming together so nicely! Great job as always! Love the flowers in the beginning of the video. They are gorgeous!
You have gotten so many things done. You will be on the road having adventures very soon. Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤❤
What a beautiful job you have done! It’s got everything you need for a travel excursion.
I had asked to see the flowers and they are lovely!!
Okay now all I need is to know when I am being picked up???
Lol Darla
haha :) Yea, the irises did great this year!
I have that light blue/purple in my garden. It came from my mother's garden. It is cherished.
I'm happy to see you are doing things to prevent rattling! Rattles make me loony. (Loonier?😂) Everything looks SO GOOD!!
Wonderful!! This is cool. Good luck as it evolves to completion! 😉
Safety, form and function... you have them all covered!
Looks great!
Beautiful family, super smart. thank you!
The bus is coming together so well. Awesome!
Doug you think of everything.....this will be such a treat for the family once it’s all done!