AMAZING School Bus Conversion to TINY HOME Camper Will Make You Want To Hit The Road FULL TIME!

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  • Опубликовано: 24 ноя 2024
  • In todays video we visit with Sawyer and Chelsea who grew up together and have been together since high school. Right after granulation they purchased this used school bus with dreams of turning it into a skoolie conversion to travel full time and live out of while traveling on the road. This project has taken approximately three years and now it is complete, they leave to following day after this video was filmed.
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  • @ASLLOVE
    @ASLLOVE 3 года назад +48

    What I find most amazing about these conversions is how well decorated and functional they are. The inside of this bus looks like a house! I love it (and the little dog too).

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 года назад +2

      Thank you very much. I have some exciting episodes coming up. All filmed, edited and scheduled now through September.

  • @flowers4me745
    @flowers4me745 3 года назад +33

    I drove a 72 passenger tc and Freightliners for several years and those mirrors that you didn't care for the look off are a important safety feature I would consider reinstalling them because they help with blind spots

  • @anthonypeters44
    @anthonypeters44 3 года назад +1

    These two are a great team because i can tell his girl will get right in there and work hard and she takes pride i hope he appreciates her she looks like a really great person.

  • @malindafoster5719
    @malindafoster5719 3 года назад +47

    What a great build! Love the warmth of the wood ceiling. The whole thing seems comfy cozy. Love all the space that comes with a bus and this couple sure has used it all very well. It looks well thought out to me. Very impressed with this couple. They are so young but have created something so complex and did a great job.

  • @EchoAngelio
    @EchoAngelio 3 года назад +18

    Yours is definitely the nicest bus I’ve seen. You did a perfect job with storage and doggie space. I really love it.

  • @crayfish7542
    @crayfish7542 3 года назад +1

    Very Good bus ! What a good rule of thumb is to have the man speak of the mechanics,
    and the lady to give a Ture of the Interior ! It adds a nice touch to a bus video !

  • @cheekyoziechick
    @cheekyoziechick 3 года назад +2

    You could never get sick of living in a bus.. This is so adorable.

  • @karjurassic8364
    @karjurassic8364 3 года назад +7

    They’re so cute! “Pee’s good for the world” 😄 Awesome build. Thanks, Patrick!

  • @jay0726
    @jay0726 3 года назад +22

    I love the look on the doggie like this is my space 😍💖🐕❤

  • @tWz4462
    @tWz4462 3 года назад +3

    I absolutely love your skooolie home.. It had my dream entry iron rails.. I thought that no one would think of that👍👍🥰🥰🥰
    You color scheme is my dream bud home.. I love the brick walls for the kitchen off set from the black &white colors.
    You guys are in NJ.. I would love to see your home I'm in NY.. wow 👍🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @maxxonetwo3
    @maxxonetwo3 3 года назад +3

    Well design layout. Two nice young couple. Thanks for sharing your bus be safe.

  • @autumnsmom1117
    @autumnsmom1117 3 года назад +3

    Nice and well designed camper. The ceder ceiling, brick wall is just awesome. The greenery gives it a freshing feel. Like the dogs place too. Happy travels.

  • @elizscal8007
    @elizscal8007 3 года назад +8

    Love the decor on this build, practical and cosy

  • @bio7021
    @bio7021 3 года назад +2

    You guys did a wonderful job…. It’s beautiful

  • @thaisguedes4067
    @thaisguedes4067 3 года назад +2

    what an amazing bus!!! I loved what they did.

  • @dinahreyes4947
    @dinahreyes4947 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful build! You two did a great job! I especially like the creative use of the wooden wine box for a drawer!

  • @briandavis9975
    @briandavis9975 3 года назад +1

    You can install a three way toggle switch and it will reverse the polarity to run the motor backwards so the fan will work in both directions not that difficult to do and it won't cause any issues with the motor, enjoy.

  • @amham48
    @amham48 3 года назад +1

    This couple took on a huge challenge (with, most likely, very little knowledge or prior building skills) and produced a high quality build. They should be very proud of what they have accomplished.

  • @rebeccaramirez-
    @rebeccaramirez- 3 года назад

    Beautiful for young adults right out of high-school!💖💞🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

  • @padelicious9093
    @padelicious9093 3 года назад +8

    Great home and great people. ✌🏻❤️ I especially like how the fireplace doesn’t take up a ton of space.

  • @serenakoleno9338
    @serenakoleno9338 3 года назад +1

    Excellent conversion. I suggest using Coroplast panels cut to fit skylights. The corrugated plastic has enough give to bend, yet firm enough to snap in place. Cut it small enough to easily slip in, with a few longer tabs to hold it in place. What I used for van windows. Used double sided carpet tape to hold reflectix to black coroplast. You are not worried about stealth so you could use white.

  • @annsayger5842
    @annsayger5842 3 года назад +15

    Very nice. Lots of hard work.
    A/C (mini split)a future project 👍
    They did a great job. Happy travels.

  • @dianeeichenberg9616
    @dianeeichenberg9616 3 года назад +16

    R Ann Sayger: great minds think alike…..I was going to suggest a mini split also.
    Their bus is beautiful in its design and craftsmanship. Good job you two! I love it!!!
    Safe and happy travels!!!
    😎✌️🤙🤘😎

  • @RoSario-vb8ge
    @RoSario-vb8ge 3 года назад +2

    Love this more than a tiny house

  • @anthonypeters44
    @anthonypeters44 3 года назад +1

    A mini split a/c would be the icing on the cake

  • @whatzzhername3394
    @whatzzhername3394 3 года назад +3

    That bed that pulls out looks so comfy and beautiful 😍

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 3 года назад +5

    This is exactly why I love people with DIY ideas like myself.. because thanks this video you just gave me an idea for my camper trailer I'm going to building a stand up shower.. thanks you guys in the bus DIY Style..

  • @maryjanehorseman5424
    @maryjanehorseman5424 3 года назад +2

    A beautiful perfect home

  • @petuniaromania6294
    @petuniaromania6294 3 года назад +4

    It's beautiful, organized, and a real home - WOW, super proud of these two young people :)

  • @scottthejeepguy7499
    @scottthejeepguy7499 3 года назад +4

    Nice bus redo, you guys did a great job, Patrick as always well done

  • @justlikerichie
    @justlikerichie 3 года назад +6

    This is one of your best videos Patrick! Thanks to NJOA for producing it.
    What an outstanding build for a DIY project. They really planned out and executed a great use of space. Their decor gives this skoolie a real nice home feeling. Hard to believe this nice couple is right out of high school for their first build! And they want to build them for a living? Where can I invest??
    Also, love that cute little dog.

  • @anthonypeters44
    @anthonypeters44 3 года назад +1

    What a great couple and what an awesome home

  • @janicedorsey8070
    @janicedorsey8070 3 года назад +2

    I have viewed a lot of bus conversions and this is the best put together one I have seen, well done‼️👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @docpitufo
    @docpitufo 3 года назад +1

    I love it. It's perfect.

  • @uol1051
    @uol1051 3 года назад +4

    So excited for this lovely couple! They have done a beautiful job, and the 3 years of labor shows. Good luck to them, and thank you, NJOA, for posting this.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 года назад

      Thank you. I had been following their build for a long time, it’s great to see them on the road full time now.

  • @theodosios2615
    @theodosios2615 2 года назад +1

    We have a winner. Most beautiful bus reno I've ever seen.

  • @catgrrrl5666
    @catgrrrl5666 3 года назад +6

    Wow! Watched so many vids but this has gotta be one of my favourites. Live in the UK but love the bus homes. Hope you two and your dogs are super happy on the road 😄

  • @alayathecreator3929
    @alayathecreator3929 3 года назад +4

    Beautiful bus you both did an amazing job 👍good luck to both of you May Our Dear Lord keep you both safe

  • @johncichon9499
    @johncichon9499 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful build! Thanks for sharing your home.

  • @JonniesJourney
    @JonniesJourney 3 года назад +5

    That is so amazing. So much room, so many personal touches. Amazing job.

  • @kimberlyhatcher7235
    @kimberlyhatcher7235 3 года назад +3

    Wow, I love it! You both did a great job and it looks amazing.

  • @TheGratitudeAttitude
    @TheGratitudeAttitude 3 года назад +7

    Patrick, you are correct, this is one of the nicest skoolies I’ve ever seen! Definitely at the top! I would hire them to build a tiny home someday! They are a such a sweet couple… and still together after building their own home on wheels! That says a lot =). Have a great weekend! Looks like another rainy one here in the northeast, but we’ll take whatever sunshine comes our way! ~ Maria

  • @leilal8053
    @leilal8053 2 года назад +1

    Love everything; shoe 👞 cabinet, Floorplan, farmhouse sink...location of sink, HUGE wardrobe, doggie cubby, brick wall and wood stove....the only thing (4me a BIG thing) I dislike is the lack of a bathroom sink....

  • @melodyhowarth949
    @melodyhowarth949 3 года назад +4

    Love this schoolie

  • @cooldogsofwv
    @cooldogsofwv 3 года назад +2

    Wow what a great renovation!! Very well thought out and elegant! This is what I would do!!

  • @clarkclarke
    @clarkclarke 3 года назад +2

    WOOOOO....yes this is very impressive ...they did a great job ...
    Thank you all for sharing
    Safe travels.💕🙏🏾

  • @cherylcelia2409
    @cherylcelia2409 3 года назад +3

    Impressive!

  • @lillianyoung2129
    @lillianyoung2129 2 года назад +1

    Kudos you did a great diy job & made it into a home! You show you don’t have to be an expert carpenter, etc to do a good job with bus conversions! A lot of thought went into planning & building this! I was quite surprised when you mentioned the insurance trouble you had because that’s something most people don’t mention or think of! It’s important to know that for all the people who are thinking of doing conversions themselves! They will be better prepared thanks to you!! Good luck!

  • @jamespatton1977
    @jamespatton1977 3 года назад +7

    AMAZING!

  • @kristinritter9962
    @kristinritter9962 3 года назад +3

    They did a beautiful job!

  • @xAoDxNoiseComplaint
    @xAoDxNoiseComplaint 3 года назад +1

    I love your bus! You guys definitely put in lots of work! It is an amazing build, congrats with your journey. Your plants are thriving and beautiful!
    The cockpit is TOPNOTCH!!!!!

  • @sherrysvesnik7711
    @sherrysvesnik7711 3 года назад +5

    Absolutely beautiful. They did an awesome job!! Best wishes on your maiden voyage. It looks very organized as well. I love your outside table too!

  • @zhukov43
    @zhukov43 3 года назад +1

    The school bus conversions you show are absolutely awesome.

  • @thomashernandez5774
    @thomashernandez5774 3 года назад +8

    Grooovy guys!!!!

  • @17luckynumbers
    @17luckynumbers 3 года назад +2

    I love the way you designed the shower! It's beautiful! A quick fix for covering the skylights, you can do tension rods, that way they're easily adjustable. Safe travels 🙏

  • @bohoxplorer840
    @bohoxplorer840 3 года назад +4

    Awesome build❣️❣️❣️❣️

  • @かもめ-w9l
    @かもめ-w9l 3 года назад +2

    You would think that it would be the same like other conversions why not,right? it's the same rectangular space... But it always turns out to be awesome, each and everyone of them has distinct characters and I think that's the beauty and appeal of vans, bus etc conversions and this one is no exception of that awesomeness, beautiful build, simple and clean, nice couple cute dogs, perfect. I enjoyed watching this actually everything I watched here in your channel Patrick I enjoyed a lot. Safe travels always.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  3 года назад +1

      Thank you. Yes, it’s amazing all the ideas 💡 people have.

    • @paige6028
      @paige6028 3 года назад

      I enjoy watching the skoolie builds more than the van conversions as the vans all seem to have the same layout whereas the skoolies are all different!

  • @gypsymomma3470
    @gypsymomma3470 3 года назад +17

    Hey Patrick, hands down the best build on your channel thus far. Absolutely beautiful ✌

  • @CaptQueeg
    @CaptQueeg 3 года назад +3

    Good job, you two! Keep going!

  • @teresaray6033
    @teresaray6033 3 года назад

    I love the pull out dog bowls. One side for the giant and one to keep the little one from being stepped on.

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 3 года назад +5

    Another great DIY job I love it when people DIY and do things themselves like me.. they are not Punk like I am.. but they're still DIY..

  • @artjunkeeperga5392
    @artjunkeeperga5392 3 года назад

    Excellent tour! Actually even better than that because you kept the descriptions brief ( i.e. excruciating TMI of drawer and cabinet etc. contents) and the pace moving. Thanks for sharing your home. It’s a winner! Happy travels.

  • @freedomdove
    @freedomdove 3 года назад +3

    Nice bus. You did a great job with the interview, Patrick. So cool that you all went to the same high school. 👍

  • @robinprice6879
    @robinprice6879 3 года назад

    Wow, these kids did a stellar job on this bus! I would happily live in it exactly as it is.

  • @mikalabaker6110
    @mikalabaker6110 2 года назад +1

    Cute couple & an amazing home on wheels! Just beautiful!

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 Год назад

    Probably one of the best I’ve seen, so cozy and so nicely decorated.

  • @bammcguee5047
    @bammcguee5047 3 года назад +1

    Wow, I love your design. You did a fantastic job with this bus!

  • @sophialewis5642
    @sophialewis5642 3 года назад +1

    Impressive build!

  • @pdmullgirl
    @pdmullgirl 3 года назад

    Neat couple. Really like their bus. The tile in the shower is really nice. And the metal partition for the plants to grow up on is a super find and fits perfect! Really a neat home. The outside table is super nice too along with the shower. Enjoyed the video Patrick!
    ❤️💜💚

  • @chamberlainemery7091
    @chamberlainemery7091 2 года назад +1

    for your sky lights, Walmart has those thin adjustable curtain rods and if you put one at the top and one at the bottom of each skylight window. Then make blackout curtains with the curtain rod slide throughs on the top and bottom of each curtain. Cut the curtains in half so when you push them open you get lots of light without the curtains taking up too much room. Also, you can get vinyl faux stained glass and stick it to the skylights so you still get lots of beautiful sunlight without it being too bright, and their are many different kinds that are very beautiful. You can order them on the internet or sometimes Lowes or Home Depot carries them but you have a lot less selection.

  • @comet969
    @comet969 3 года назад

    This is one of the most beautiful buses 🚍 I’ve seen the finishes are nice and it’s just the right amount of what u need love it great job. Love the brick walls

  • @jerryconradi480
    @jerryconradi480 2 года назад +1

    You did an incredible job on your bus/ home it looks extremely comfortable. I don't think I would have done anything different

  • @texasgoddess323
    @texasgoddess323 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful job! The plants make it so homey!🥰

  • @JacQuie1776
    @JacQuie1776 3 года назад +1

    Best looking schoolie yet. Love it !!

  • @StrawberryShawtcake
    @StrawberryShawtcake 3 года назад +4

    Hey Patrick thats was the best build yet it was great inside loved it

  • @sandyriley6421
    @sandyriley6421 3 года назад +4

    Awesome build!! You’ve made a functional, comfortable home; good job!! Safe travels!

  • @miniskooliewanda
    @miniskooliewanda 3 года назад

    Well done! Kudos to these two young people for making such a beautiful tiny-home-on-wheels. Love the plants.....and the puppers! omg so cute!!!

  • @CindyCaVANas
    @CindyCaVANas 3 года назад +4

    Absolutely amazing build. 👍

  • @100realtorah3
    @100realtorah3 3 года назад

    Very well planned looking amazing great to see some of the Young generation have patience nice job.

  • @jennyfulcher8035
    @jennyfulcher8035 3 года назад +4

    Love your skoolie! The exterior colors are great and also the wooden ceiling, countertops, and floor. I liked how you decorated it and made curtains plus the brick and tile in the kitchen area, as well as the tile in the shower. Really cool bus. Your hard work really shows in the design and build. If you go to Oregon be aware that there's lots of smoke from wildfires in the Pacific NW, especially in Oregon, California, and Washington. Otherwise Oregon is a great place to live. I live in Seattle, WA and have visited it. Oregon and Washington coast and Olympic National Park are a must to visit. Enjoy your adventures on the road. Jenny :-)

  • @zaheers123
    @zaheers123 3 года назад +1

    Kitchen is massive
    Great space love it

  • @wayneblackman6407
    @wayneblackman6407 3 года назад +1

    A beautiful home. Everything has its place.

  • @pamcotterman7073
    @pamcotterman7073 3 года назад +5

    Dang! This is perfect 👌 🤩 Y’all did such a wonderful job!

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 3 года назад +2

    This lady so right.. I hope she sees my comment get the Maxi fan and my friends get the 10-speed in-and-out Maxi fan the Max's fan is the best .. I know I bought two of them.. one for my van one for my camper trailer.. the Maxi fan 10-speed none remote control.. this way you have less electronics to deal with if things break down..

  • @paulschimel3572
    @paulschimel3572 3 года назад

    Wow. This is a great build. An idea for those awesome skylights. Instead of just a curtain inside. Rig up a sunshade that can be removed or rolled up over each one. It will help keep the heat outside.

  • @mikebayliss2003
    @mikebayliss2003 2 года назад +1

    Dash designs makes retractable shades for windshield that might work good for your skylights if you haven't come up with anything else

  • @lovelyindid8460
    @lovelyindid8460 2 года назад

    One of the most 💖💝🌸gorgeous tiny house ever 🌸🌹💝

  • @dani_mack
    @dani_mack 3 года назад

    Beautiful bus! Others probably suggested this, but you can buy a roll of reflectics for about $15 and cut temporary shades for the skylights. Should make a big difference keeping the heat out.

  • @CharleneOrtizTraining
    @CharleneOrtizTraining 3 года назад

    You will not regret the composting toilet. It's so much better than dealing with a black water tank.

  • @johnjames77
    @johnjames77 2 года назад +1

    Great job! I loved the way you all took turns doing the description.

  • @tamarahoward7579
    @tamarahoward7579 3 года назад +3

    One of the best 👏great job!

  • @victoriayamen8923
    @victoriayamen8923 3 года назад +1

    Well thought out, beauty. These kids are darling. Great video. "Happy trails." Safe travels.

  • @sandrafergueson8155
    @sandrafergueson8155 3 года назад

    I agree with what someone else said looks like a home inside!

  • @dirtyburd71
    @dirtyburd71 7 месяцев назад

    Speaking of insurance, it would seem there would be some company that would want to be friendly to skoolie owners and suck up a large market share of the business. My wife and I will be building a skoolie this year (2024) and spending our retirement years on the road! You guys did such a cool job on your bus! Very impressive!

  • @philmickey7247
    @philmickey7247 3 года назад +1

    Ah that outside color scheme rocks! Very southwestern.
    Inside is way far from disappointing.
    Saved video.🤗
    Good job and safe travels! Thanks for inspiring!👍

  • @marlonbuchanan8619
    @marlonbuchanan8619 3 года назад +1

    What an amazing job these two did 👍👍👍

  • @jacquelinewells7575
    @jacquelinewells7575 3 года назад

    Awwwww! He wants to play. Lol. So cute.

  • @florasonners1635
    @florasonners1635 3 года назад

    I like the build and the homey look off all the decor. I especially like how you changed the bifold door.

  • @dennysisk6260
    @dennysisk6260 3 года назад +2

    Nice skoolie build definitely good job

  • @expressivepets1
    @expressivepets1 3 года назад

    Wow! Awesome kick-a$$ build. This couple looks so Peace-Love-Tie Dye...but they living total Boardwalk. ✌
    Thank you for sharing... ❤🌻🐾 Where's your big-dog? The little one is chill.