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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2022
  • Framing your skoolie is your chance to set the rest of your build up for success and maximize your returns on the insulation you'll be installing. This conversion step is key for off-grid, vanlife, and camping happiness.
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  • @jankarel6454
    @jankarel6454 Год назад +268

    When I watch your videos, I am reminded over and over of the difference between people who "create content" and people who actually provide valuable information and share their wisdom with viewers. You are definitely in the second category. I really appreciate you making things understandable for all the people--like me--who lack experience but still want to do good work.

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +26

      Jan, thank you! that is totally my goal and it means a lot to have you see that. hope to see you around here!

    • @miniskooliewanda
      @miniskooliewanda Год назад +15

      You took the words out of my mouth. Very informative and valuable advice (I only wish this had been shared BEFORE I did my framing haha). Thanks Chuck!

    • @drgranger2
      @drgranger2 Год назад +15

      I have 40 years in the trades, but didn't build busses for a living .... always learning something at Chucks Academy.

    • @theway5563
      @theway5563 Год назад +11

      Chuck has an abundance of critical thinking skills. He takes reasoning to a entirely new level. This method of framing a bus is nothing short of brilliant.

    • @clintonjgardiner
      @clintonjgardiner Год назад +6

      These videos really really put reality into focus. These are big projects. But this videos are priceless honestly.

  • @NoRegrets.
    @NoRegrets. Год назад +49

    This Old House of Buses. Your knowledge , your excellence in making it understandable to all levels of skill excels above all other content creators. Thank you for outstanding videos that will still be relevant 10 years from now. You should definitely have your own tv show.

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +6

      Thank you very much!

    • @elgringoec
      @elgringoec Год назад +2

      He's got the voice, too!

    • @StuffedTacos
      @StuffedTacos Год назад +1

      My thoughts exactly!

    • @law_wren
      @law_wren 6 месяцев назад

      Yes that's exactly what I'm reminded of, thanks for unlocking that core memory!

    • @LiruScarrrbauu
      @LiruScarrrbauu 5 месяцев назад

      Buna cu respet mult si onoare la video ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @EmmaBuildsBirbie
    @EmmaBuildsBirbie Год назад +11

    love the "what not to do" series, hate how it always seems to perfectly describe what I did 😂

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +5

      Emma! I've followed your journey and I love it. Believe me, I've done it wrong too ;) thanks for watching

  • @mira-sturdivant
    @mira-sturdivant Год назад +5

    what a relief to find someone who actually knows what they're doing before trying to teach others. and knows how to teach, too! that's a skill in itself. thank you!!!!!!!!!

  • @vanmanjeff
    @vanmanjeff Год назад +18

    Thermal bridging is far too often, overlooked in the van/skoolie community. I’m glad you put together a video that explains it a bit. Nice job

  • @sparenothing1487
    @sparenothing1487 Год назад +24

    That's the most informative 24 minutes I have watched in a long time! Thank you for making it easy to understand!

  • @Dovietail
    @Dovietail 16 дней назад

    I love the BIRCHWOOD BEAUTY canned ham look ceilings and walls. Such gorgeous, golden wood.

  • @mkowltra
    @mkowltra Год назад +12

    Super helpful! No one’s videos go into the detail on tools and fasteners, and techniques. You saved me a lot of figuring out time,

  • @guitarplayer4life17
    @guitarplayer4life17 2 дня назад

    Ain't no way that PERFECT 2x4 came form the 'Depot. We got damn crazy straws at mine.

  • @BillButtrill
    @BillButtrill Год назад +2

    I only wish I watched this a year ago. Slicing the 3/4 plywood makes so much more sense then the crappy 2x4s I bought. Good stuff!

  • @shawnmolden5541
    @shawnmolden5541 10 месяцев назад +3

    I’ve been watching hours of Skoolie content to prepare for my build. You hit everything I want to know in your videos, whereas others don’t answer. It’s clear you’re incredibly knowledgeable. From what brand of material to use to how to do it for best results, THANK YOU

  • @MobileDwellings
    @MobileDwellings Год назад

    We're so lucky to have you here on the RUclipss!!! 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

  • @thedanman1182
    @thedanman1182 Год назад +5

    Watching your videos sure reassures me that I have, for the most part, done everything correctly. I am a first time builder but I do have building experience and I am aiming for the build best that I can create. Thank you for your videos and I learn new tricks every time I watch.

  • @lauretterust4942
    @lauretterust4942 Год назад

    Thank you Chuck!

  • @milesoroads
    @milesoroads Год назад +1

    I knew I put off building the bus for a few years for a reason,just was waiting for you to post these videos.

  • @episodicandfilmsy
    @episodicandfilmsy 7 месяцев назад

    I’ve been lost and confused on how to build out my conversion and now I feel I won’t waste time or money making it happen! Thanks for being one of those people who can do ANYTHING and help educate us all!

  • @wanderlusttheshuttlebus
    @wanderlusttheshuttlebus Год назад

    You are a wealth of knowledge. So much gratitude to you Chuck!

  • @74132dave
    @74132dave Год назад +1

    Thank you Chuck! Another excellent lesson.

  • @yenyenmcsherry9795
    @yenyenmcsherry9795 Год назад

    Thanks Chuck!

  • @terryryan4106
    @terryryan4106 Год назад +5

    Great video chuck, your the most knowledgeable builder of these types of builds on RUclips. Just a little personal insight limit dragging your knees all over the floor, they’re going to hurt like hell when you get old. Keep the up the good work

    • @kristenvincent3622
      @kristenvincent3622 Год назад +1

      Up until ten years ago “I don’t need no knee pads… 🙄” and now I’m waking up at two AM when it rains to take anti inflammatories! Lol good advice

  • @livi62502
    @livi62502 Год назад +1

    This came out at the PERFECT time for my husband and I!

  • @mmsmits2868
    @mmsmits2868 Год назад +9

    Great tips. I can definitely vouch for the clamps. I built a pool deck around an above-ground pool by myself using 2x8s, and those 12-footers get very heavy. A clamp and a scrap piece of wood was all that was needed to keep the board right where I needed it. Clamps are indispensable! Have an awesome week!

  • @Montana_Carnivore
    @Montana_Carnivore Год назад

    Thanks for another video Chuck. You're the man. I'll be using this info in the next couple months!

  • @annalisajames6558
    @annalisajames6558 Месяц назад

    This was amazingly helpful!

  • @doncobb9504
    @doncobb9504 Год назад +2

    Excellent information. You have been our inspiration and our guide.

  • @Wanderboom
    @Wanderboom Год назад

    This is MUST watch instruction for everyone building their own skoolie!! Great job!!

  • @billydagenham
    @billydagenham Год назад

    This is phenomenal content man. Thanks for sharing it with us

  • @jpeterd92
    @jpeterd92 Год назад

    I can't wait to see the spray foam video, it's one of the things I was most curious about how to do, in planning my own build.

  • @BradVentureAZ
    @BradVentureAZ Год назад

    so many great tips and tricks, thank you for sharing !!

  • @tysonlacy4628
    @tysonlacy4628 Год назад +1

    another wonderful episode of "This Old Bus" thanks Chuck 👏

  • @lexilouwho8200
    @lexilouwho8200 Год назад +1

    Digging the "This Old House" vibes. Great video, thanks!

  • @what_the_mike
    @what_the_mike Год назад +4

    I so appreciate these videos. I’m still in the demo stage (and will be for some time), but it’s great to have a preview of the most thermally efficient and practical construction methods to deal with issues I will encounter.

  • @dmwi1549
    @dmwi1549 Год назад

    Great tips!
    Tools and screws - learned something new.

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms Год назад

    That "lesson" was absolutely wonderful. Clearly explained with the reasoning behind everything. I understood it all and am so much better prepared as I move forward on my van build. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @kurt16950
    @kurt16950 Год назад

    Love your professionalism!

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад

      thank you! lol ill try and keep it up

    • @kurt16950
      @kurt16950 Год назад +1

      @@ChuckCassadyYT I find anyone who goes through the difficulty of becoming excellent in their field is worthy of my respect. I LOVE people who are excellent at what they do, no matter what field of endeavor they are in!

  • @ZeroEntropy.
    @ZeroEntropy. Год назад +3

    You do a REALLY amazing job! Thank you so much for everything you do to help the community!

  • @mmcclain1252
    @mmcclain1252 Месяц назад

    So happy i found you! Tysm ❤

  • @unimog404
    @unimog404 Год назад

    Finally someone doing the way I'm building it! Great to see more people get how it is doen right!

  • @1life2pono
    @1life2pono 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this video! Super helpful and instructional.

  • @GirdHerd
    @GirdHerd Год назад +1

    Very helpful, Chuck.

  • @user-lz5dn4ww6y
    @user-lz5dn4ww6y 8 месяцев назад

    Excellent video verry informative

  • @zjames1324
    @zjames1324 Год назад

    You have a great talent for clearly conveying this information, thanks for making such an awesome resource

  • @nmartin5551
    @nmartin5551 Год назад

    I’ve never thought about doing a school bus. The Sprinter van is taking me too long, but I subscribed to you channel just because the information is just plain good! Thanks!

  • @DavidSanchez-rs5bw
    @DavidSanchez-rs5bw Год назад +1

    Incredible video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Offsauce
    @Offsauce Год назад

    World class video

  • @jasonbecker4974
    @jasonbecker4974 Месяц назад

    You know your stuff, and you certainly know how to teach. So grateful. Thank you. 🙏🏼

  • @bgtyhnmju7
    @bgtyhnmju7 Год назад +1

    Good vid man. Always like watching ya.

  • @alyssanash3248
    @alyssanash3248 Год назад +2

    I absolutely joyed this video. I have been researching skoolies for when I do my own build and since I have no idea what to do for construction I was happy to find your video so helpful. I love that you put things into perspective for the average Joe. I truly understand what you're talking about and I can help relay it back to my boyfriend for when we do our build. I'm looking forward to seeing more videos!

  • @FieldToTableOutdoors
    @FieldToTableOutdoors Год назад +1

    Literally saves so much effort on learning all of these tips and tricks the hard way. Thank you!

  • @chrisallen2005
    @chrisallen2005 Год назад

    Outstanding presentation.

  • @rickharris5485
    @rickharris5485 Год назад

    That was probably the best how-to video I've ever seen. Please continue to bless RUclips with such great videos. Subscribed.

  • @TheRougeChef
    @TheRougeChef Год назад +1

    Very informative.. I'm in the planning phase of my bus build, though this will be my second build. I will definitely be framing out this way!! Thanks.... Mad Respect

  • @tristanlasley8030
    @tristanlasley8030 Год назад

    My man, I appreciate you, your videos, and your smile. I'm not goin anywhere man. -your fellow viewer

  • @57z
    @57z Год назад +2

    another great video. I love your approachability to the topics you've been covering lately and honest sage advice.

    • @theway5563
      @theway5563 Год назад

      He certainly is a sage - master mind, actually.

  • @karatheriault6715
    @karatheriault6715 Год назад +1

    Your Amazing!Thank you for sharing all this knowledge. You are so thorough. Love your videos. I am 62 years old and going to attempt to do my own build because of you. Only because of the quality of your videos that I feel I can attempt it. Thank you for all you do !

  • @michaelosmon
    @michaelosmon Год назад +2

    I named my dog chuck. He was my best dog I ever had and the only dog in my life I ever named myself. I never heard of you until a moment ago but I subbed when you tossed the 2x4. Looking forward to seeing more. I appreciate you

  • @Iam-BruceLee
    @Iam-BruceLee Год назад +3

    Valuable info here Chuck. Appreciate your willingness to share. Very helpful! 🍻

  • @timklassen421
    @timklassen421 Год назад +5

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge with your fellow you tubers .

  • @John_Mcgrane
    @John_Mcgrane 4 месяца назад

    thank you so much about the thermal bridge very helpful in warmth and time and materials

  • @theSimpleGeorgian
    @theSimpleGeorgian Год назад

    Awesome video. Thank you for the info.

  • @reesefuckingwhitney
    @reesefuckingwhitney Год назад +1

    You’re literally the most valuable thing I’ve ever found on RUclips. I have a stock 40’ 2001 gmc bluebird I will be converting using ALOT of your tips and tricks I do truly appreciate your existence

  • @mrhypnomadic1104
    @mrhypnomadic1104 Год назад

    Great ideas and explanations! Thank you.

  • @iirenemcquay8129
    @iirenemcquay8129 Год назад +1

    Thank you it makes so much sense now I love your explanation of it

  • @derelict06
    @derelict06 Год назад

    I love the title, it’s perfect

  • @SimonQuennevilleSim
    @SimonQuennevilleSim Год назад

    Thank you

  • @sarahdaniels1429
    @sarahdaniels1429 Год назад

    I have noticed that about the quality of wood I have been seeing! Thank you for bringing that up, it makes such a difference.

  • @lexyschuetze
    @lexyschuetze Год назад

    Thank you so much! Your information is invaluable! We just bought our bus! I can't wait to start working on it and your videos have helped me learn so much already!

  • @ammogan
    @ammogan Год назад +1

    Superb tutorial my man! Thank you very much 🤭

  • @briandavis9975
    @briandavis9975 Год назад +1

    Thanks Charlie great info I like the uses of the plywood over individual stick lumber great way to break the thermal bridge your a smart man brother can't wait to see what's next keep them coming.

  • @charisma-hornum-fries
    @charisma-hornum-fries Год назад

    Funny that you talk about those screw. I'm building some different things and picked up a pack of them. They are amazing and easy to use.

  • @onwardbound
    @onwardbound Год назад +2

    You make everything look so easy! But best of all, you make it so incredibly easy to understand and follow. I'm just starting my framing stage and you saved me so much time and trouble - can't wait to apply these ideas now! Thanks for sharing your considerable expertise and skills with all of us!

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +2

      Lynette, that means the world to me. Thanks for being here

  • @rray3630
    @rray3630 Год назад

    nice work. Tip about the " helper "clamp will help a lot of people .

  • @aptexotics4216
    @aptexotics4216 Год назад +1

    I didn’t realize how recent these videos were posted. No wonder I’ve been missing out on such great information! My bus is halfway gutted and I was worried I wouldn’t have the resources to built it back up properly. Thanks Chuck for always bringing value in a concise and thorough manner.

  • @dandotmp4
    @dandotmp4 Год назад

    Thanks for this! Very reassuring that my framing job was up to Chuck Cassady standards. Only changes I made was to use 2x2s (ply is expensive and I don't have a table saw) and 1/8 - 1/4" strips of XPS foam for a thermal break and to create a standardized furring depth. Otherwise did everything just as you described.

  • @Tony-123
    @Tony-123 Год назад +1

    Your best video yet !!!

  • @bemccune7671
    @bemccune7671 Год назад +3

    This is brilliant. I've seen so many people with great ideas and and lovely builds, but this really shows experience and knowledge beyond the norm! Thanks for sharing so much with the community 💜💜

  • @tamarahart2936
    @tamarahart2936 4 месяца назад

    I just love your channel it’s definitely informative and giving me all the inspiration that I need to start my bus build. Thanks so much for sharing 💕

  • @benjaminrhodes9611
    @benjaminrhodes9611 Год назад +1

    Hey Chuck, this video was randomly in my recommendations, and the first time I've seen your stuff. After seeing your standards and methods in just a few minutes of watching, you've earned my subscription. It's refreshing to see an independent guy with practical knowledge, building buses (or vans) to a high standard. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work.

  • @bobyoung1698
    @bobyoung1698 Год назад +1

    I learned a lot from this video, not only about framing the interior of a school bus but about smart carpentry.
    I once worked for a major manufacturer of recreational vehicles. I was in marketing but spent some time in the plant because I found it interesting. That spray foam insulation is wonderful but just make certain that it's not flammable and doesn't emit fumes that would annoy people with allergies.
    Thanks!👍

  • @maryzell4750
    @maryzell4750 Год назад +1

    Okay you are by far my best resource for our dome getting upgraded. This portion is so brilliantly explained and with the understanding of insulation too...yeah! You are a domesaver! Not just buses does this apply to but also those of us who own metal geodesic domes. Game changer! Thanks again Chuck!

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +1

      Now that is a title I'll carry proudly! Love a good dome. Enjoy it for me!

  • @jesseunderwood5353
    @jesseunderwood5353 6 месяцев назад

    100% up my alley. Technical and useful. You earned a sub there and I’ll use your channel throughout my conversion journey

  • @tobywhitney4798
    @tobywhitney4798 7 месяцев назад

    We are talking about doing this. Thanks for all the videos and pro tips. If not it would take us forever to do this.

  • @appleseedontheroad2296
    @appleseedontheroad2296 Год назад +2

    Another awesome video! Thank for the straightforward information with all materials needed and without a pile of fluff…get the info, hit the hardware store, and back to building for me.
    Changed my floor prep plans based on your suggestions and boy is going to cut down on my time and effort. Thank you!

  • @soapywooder
    @soapywooder Год назад +2

    THANK YOU! I'm about to do this on my bus and I'm SO glad I saw this before starting. A lot of skoolie content creators I watch are first-time builders. They make entertaining content that got me into building the bus in the first place, but you just got a new subscriber bc I need to be watching how you build your buses as I'm actually building mine lol

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +2

      It's definitely a journey worth sharing so I get why those folks do it, but gosh we've learned a lot and have a lot to share and that's why I started this!

  • @ToConnect2000s
    @ToConnect2000s Год назад +1

    I absolutely love the "Teks self drilling wood to metal screws" I've used these since day 1

  • @nancycook3733
    @nancycook3733 8 месяцев назад

    I've been framing for yrs, and I have to say the way ur going about definately is alot better adds more structure, and your right when putting in the metal screws "speed and heat" are #1 killer of the screws with the augur blade tips, and also pre drilling also helps, great work love the videos helps from seasoned guys like myself to guys I know whom are clueless really helps them build thier confidence and knowledge levels, thank you for videos and best explained techniques tricks and tips !

  • @mitchballantyne4318
    @mitchballantyne4318 Год назад +1

    Mate. Ur content is so great. I have a 38 ft hino school bus in Australia and I will b using your videos to create my masterpiece. Thank u so much

  • @sesolar5854
    @sesolar5854 Год назад +1

    Funny I just discovered the wood to metal screws yesterday at Lowe's while shopping for decking screws and thought "how awesome these will be when I get to framing the inside of the bus...not quit there yet.
    Keep um coming Chuck and thank you!

  • @truefuschniken
    @truefuschniken Год назад

    Thank you for this!!

  • @MatthewRobertHenry
    @MatthewRobertHenry Год назад +5

    Such a great video dude! That clamp tip at then end was solid gold! Haha, would have saved me some struggles for sure. And blocking the toe nailer under the chair rail is genius! Wish I'd thought of that. Ah well, at least in my bus's final layout there is very little of that, that isn't built over with cabinets and built in furniture. Thanks for skooling us dude!

  • @darangemaster1
    @darangemaster1 Год назад +4

    hey chuck been using those screws for years to attach ply and dimensional lumber to flatbed trailers they work excellent i like this framing method very much

    • @ChuckCassadyYT
      @ChuckCassadyYT  Год назад +1

      They're the best! thanks for watching

    • @Myriah360
      @Myriah360 Год назад

      I tried to find where to buy those wood to metal screws and haven't had much luck. Where do you get yours?

  • @foodstamp6952
    @foodstamp6952 Год назад

    Hi! my name is Cory! I did alot of carpentry and currently own a small business.. As I have gotten older, I've gotten bored with life and decided to take a gypsy path. Ill be subscribing and watching once or twice a week to get information as I don't have knowledge of busses.. You make alot of sense. I hope to save for a gently used bus and be done in two years. Breaking free and becoming financially free of debt etc... Please keep it up.

  • @darangemaster1
    @darangemaster1 11 месяцев назад +1

    Anytime you can learn how to do things from someone else’s mistakes/experience it’s a win! The wood to metal screws you speak of are excellent I’ve used them several times to replace lumber on car/utility/horse trailer floors and they are excellent. I use to get buttloads of wool from ranchers and other folk repairing trailer floors when we had our ranch .

  • @daveglick5152
    @daveglick5152 8 месяцев назад

    cool thanks. cheers

  • @sheri6750
    @sheri6750 Год назад

    Wow ! I’m building a bus 35 ft all American by myself. Takeing me for ever due to broken rib and sprained back . But not giving up! I’m so damm stubborn I want things done right. Everyone says to just slap it together……. Not a carpenter I’m a bartender. So Your building style and explanation on how to is comprehensive even for my ADD brain! Thanks

  • @karylm23
    @karylm23 Год назад

    Chuck, not gonna lie, i could watch a couple hours of this straight. You really have a noob like myself convinced i could embark on a journey like this and be successful.

  • @TheDogsBox
    @TheDogsBox Год назад

    This guy knows what he is talking about. I progressed from framing carpenter, to cabinet maker, to engineering degree. This guy is providing good information. I am about to start my Ambo conversion and I will be subscribing and seeing what other gems he has to offer.

  • @garywilliams7484
    @garywilliams7484 Год назад +2

    I am working on a cargo trailer conversion. I used the same style of framing. Costs less and works better then solid wood.

  • @joeblow1942
    @joeblow1942 День назад

    2:00 Instead of using regular crappy twisted 2 x 4’s for frames / studs…. he uses 3/4” thick ACX plywood ripped 2” wide and doubled up so it’s 1 1/2” thick x 2” wide.
    4:47 He uses Teks self drilling wood to metal screws w/ Torx heads to attach 1 1/2” x 2” plywood frames (“strapping”) discussed above to the vehicle.
    7:15 He uses 1 1/4” wood screws w/ Torx heads to attach the second course / layer of 1 1/2” x 2” ACX plywood to each other. He countersinks / pre-drills each hole first.
    9:08. He discusses what Thermal Bridging is and how to avoid it. (Wood has an R Value of only 1 per inch.)
    21:09 Find the centerline of the ceiling and snap a line from front to back. There could be deviations so check with a tape measure as you install your ceiling material.
    21:51. Use Pony Clamps as a helping hand to lay / rest the bottom of your frames / strapping on to as you screw it in.

  • @chrismccrory6535
    @chrismccrory6535 Год назад

    Very informative. I trust that dude an like his techniques. I like the thermal spacing ideas. I live in FL so I need all the coolness I can get. Good job, bud