Living in a Converted School Bus Skoolie & Down To Tucson
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My name is Eric and I travel with my cats, “Tara” & “Opie” in a 24ft 2001 Ford Tioga RV named “Freeda” and tow either a 2014 Smart Car named “Tater Tot” or my 2012 Harley Softail Slim named “Black Betty” in a 6x10 trailer. We travel about 35 miles a day chasing 70 degrees year-round since 2010.
Here is my gear & some popular questions answered:
Gear: (UPDATED 2023)
*Main Camera: Sony A7 IV With 20mm 1.8F Lens
*Stealth Camera: GoPro 10 With Mod Box, and Volta Grip
*Backup Camera: Sony ZV-1
*Vlog Lens: 12-60mm Kit lens
*Stabilizer: Zhiyun Crane 2 (For B-Roll)
*Audio: (On Camera) Rode VideoMic Pro+ With Rycote VMP+ Deadcat
*GoPro 9 Black for water/action shots, rainy days & Timewarps, Timelapses, & Starlapses
*GoPro Hero 7 Black with Purple Panda Lavalier Lapel mic for Driving Narration
*GoPro Hero 8 Black for driving shots out the front window.
Time Lapses: 2 second intervals. Sped up 1200x, cropped 4K down to 1080 for panning
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RV MPG: 7-8mpg depending on generator use.
Solar: 1280 Watts (320x4) Rec N-Peak Monocrystalline 120 cell panels on roof.
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Inverter/Charger: Victron 3000 watt MultiPlus
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A school bus is the wrong platform if you want a tight, well insulated platform.
Not the best living platform
Can be down right
Depending on how you do it.
@@aaronopenshaw7592 Your starting point is awful… that’s the whole point
@@27mhz47 a 4 season RV
I think it's not only wise to insulate the roof I think it would be wise to close in most of the windows and insulate the walls as well.
Or buy a BIGFOOT
That bus is essentially a hotel room, the air BNB owner probably never intended for it to be driven. You cant really judge the design choices from that.
I liked the openness of the bus, but it definitely needs a bathroom. If you put the drop-down table across from the kitchen you would have more counter space. Instead of having the fridge right up front. You could put a sliding tray under the floor in a storage compartment, and have a small chest fridge that could be kept stocked with cold drinks. Don’t forget you need floor space for the Christmas tree. As Roy would say, “Happy Trails!”
I found this young van dweller guy on RUclips a couple of weeks ago. He stayed at a fire lookout tower that was completely remodeled nice like a hotel. Complete with full bathroom and toilet that flushes.
When you get tired of wearing the harley shirts, find somebody to make a quilt out of them for ya. It's a great way to relive the trip and keep ya warm.
Please do more videos like this. I would enjoy seeing the quirky Airbnb's and your thoughts on them.
Agree!🙂
Your videos are great, I don’t care where you stay, just keep filming!!
Eric, I think your main heat “drain” is all of the windows and entrance door. They are not draft proof.
I agree pull them out and find good 4 season windows at the rv salvage yard. Don't need all those windows anyway.
Hell yes Eric, do more quirky Air BnB's! I've been fully invested here for a while now anyway, lol!!
Anything you cover, review or just talk about is fine by me...
Thank you for sharing this wonderful life that we get to live vicariously through you!
Eric, your observation on the inconsistency of AirBnb properties is right on. That’s why I quit using them. At a Holiday Inn express, you always know what to expect, regardless of where it is. Travel safe.
Agreed. I love HI-EX and try to stay there when I travel. Consistency. I've been fortunate that I've never gotten a bad Air BnB rental, but I can count on one hand how many times I've used one.
The one thing i liked about this airbnb was the dedicated outside protected area, i think for Taterland to get a cement slab , partially enclosed enclosure to park next to , would be perfect when back at taterland and a permanent ,outdoor cat run/outdoor space would be perfect. Have a detachable tube ,etc to attach outdoor area to your van, for cats to be able to freely go in and outside safely. Pull you can set up a hot tub outside and leave ll the time if its in outdoor protected car port area . .And u can build a permanent outdoor viewing screen on outside of car port for when u have movie nights .
I love every idea here, @goapebilly !
Eric, we have talked about getting a bus and converting it into a RV and we agree 100% on those not being couches or sofas. They look worse than the booth seating most RVs have ok for a few mins but if you want to relax after a long day on the road traveling not going to help.
And as you get older something with good support for the back is a must.
Ya you will learn why the RVs you have had before are better to live in than a bus.
If you buy a bus - remove windows, weld or rivet sheet metal, add RV windows or potholes. Insulate it well.
That school bus looks terrible your RV seems much more comfortable
Doesn’t mean that’s how his bus is gonna be. This is just a chance for him to see what it’s like living in a bus. Obviously his will look better, keep an open mind
I couldn't get over the compost toilet wasn't dumped between guests at that place.
That schoolie experience reminds me of the Dharma and Greg episode where they go to a mountain resort that turns out to be Kenny's camper bedroom with no working toilet.
lol ! 🤣
My mechanic and were chatting about rv builds and he mentioned he thought horse trailer builds were better! Regarding g school buses; my friends husband has been a school bus lead mechanic, and he could tell you some good stories! He has zero interest in ever turning one into an rv.
If you had an infrared thermometer to measure where the coldest parts of the bus are located. You would know what needs insulation to prevent heat lose. More B&B would be fun.
The good thing is you stayed in one, and now have some ideas of what you want if you decide on a bus. Definitely not couches in that one. Nice fire, just warms me up looking at it. Sure, it's kinda fun seeing the different ABBs. 🙂👍
If you own this property and are reading the comments please know that I for one love what you have done here. I think the lighting, seating and bedding are wonderful and cozy. You have very good taste!
It’s an air bnb
I used to collect Harley D stuff in the 90s. I got a really nice leather wallet with a chain, and I think it was about $40... Now you can barely get a t shirt there for that price 😳
The windows is the 90% cause
I’m also a Harley guy. I only get shirts from special to me locations. I get a poker chip at the others. A lot cheaper that way and I don’t have to haul all those shirts around.
Since you do a fair amount of remodel to your RV's I believe building a Skoolie is your best route. I think it would be easier for you to remodel (than an RV) when your needs change. Also when you sell your RV's they have been greatly changed in the living area that I suspect there are fewer people who would consider buying them. I would hazard to guess that it's most of your past RV's have sold to one of your followers or traded in on your next RV. As you said these are just my thoughts. It's should all be based on your wants and needs! Stay safe! Love your channel.
Some insulated blinds would work on the windows. Hope you find one I am anxious to see the remodel. And what a great idea for the cat litter. Travelling with 2 cats myself litter boxes are always a challenge. Keep doing what your doing Eric.
The Inside Of The Skoolie School Bus 🚌, And Outside To, looks very very very Cool 😎 Eric👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Quirky is fun! But you mentioned wanting a 4 season RV, then started looking at schoolies. Either is good, but don’t think one can be both without massive modifications. See if one of your friends has a thermal camera, and go take a look at a schoolie during the winter months. Then take a look at Kevin’s RV. Short of replacing all the windows with double panes, and adding 3” of foam to the floor, walls, and ceiling, it’s going to be a struggle to maintain comfortable temperatures in hot and cold climates.
If I lived in a bus I would not want all of those windows. I can see keeping a couple of them for light but it would be so cold in there. I would rather have the windows blocked off with some metal.
I'd have thought you'd be met on the patio by dozens of black widows, scorpions and sneks. News of your visit had been reported in the Dangerous Creepy Crawlies Gazette. They all wanted to be the first to bite/sting/pince you and so become a legend among their own.
Bus is not made to rv full time in at all.
Great way to experience a schoolie and figure out how you would set up yours
insulating a roof is always a good idea because heat rises, but also a more efficient heater would work much better. I have had one of those heaters and they are NOT very good. 10 out of 10 would not recommend... So fun seeing you looking into new ventures again. TFS Merry Christmas
If you want a four-season RV, a schoolie may not be the best way to go. All those windows would have to be covered up and insulated to preserve whatever heat your heater generates let alone the roof.
I think you have a better set up, by far, in the Tioga than the skoolie you stayed in. I Enjoy your channel😊!!
All those cold windows are like having a window open all the time letting cold air in which goes right to the floor, burrrrr!
Maybe it’s a very wise decision Not to go with a school bus …
Closing blinds and shades might help.
Maybe instead of a fridge you get a cooler close to the door. I would think the actual fridge would work better closer to where you’re cooking. Just my thoughts though.
Interesting skoolie tour. Thanx Eric, safe travels.
Eric, I’m doing the happy dance my CAT scan showed three of my tumors on my liver are now benign and the cancer measured .1 cm smaller and they said there was no cure for me. Kevin knows what I’m taking. it seems to be working it might not cure me but if it’s making it smaller, I see me getting an RV sooner than later. ❤❤❤ Marie😊
I don't think I've ever seen anyone on RUclips or in real life that has a converted bus that has been plagued by issues. Particularly mechanical. They are not very good road vehicles and you do a heck of a lot of driving. Finding places to get them worked on seems to be problematic as well. They're mostly designed to haul heavy loads at low speeds cruising around town and are geared as such. Now, maybe if you wanted to put one on your property and have it as a secondary local traveler, that could be something.
Buses also has a lock not to go over 55 miles per hour. May want to check on that.
I used to drive a school bus for a charter company. The 55 limit is controlled by a rev limiter that can be turned off to allow full speed range. First thing the owner would do after buying a used bus from a school district would be to remove the rev limit. Takes 5 minutes with an OBD tool to turn off.
I'd put a liter box right next where I'm relaxing. Yummy they put curtains window close for heat issues.
Its good that you checked into that bus AirBNB and found out. Gives you plenty to think about. Yep, I'd be taking out a lot of those windows too.
Do they allow Schoolies at Disneyland parks?
Eric when you say roadmaster chassis diesel pusher you are talking to Monaco and they are all very well built as I live full-time in a 2000 Monaco dynasty and love it. If you’re back in Quartzsite this winter look me up as I am in Las Posas south not far from where you were when you were here before. I will be happy to show you around and point out the good and bad but there isn’t much bad.
When I was a kid, the windows of my school bus were frozen during the winter ❄️.
I REALLY like Stan's (..SASNAK on YT) bus-build series! (He bought a lightly used church bus rather than a beat -up end-of-life "schoolie"!) ...He should be out at Quartzite in January for a while at Hobo-camp/Scadden wash!
Did you ever think that some of heights are to help with accessibility issues? Even though it isn't 100% compliant, height may be based on ADA. Also to separate the fridge from the rest of the kitchen area isn't a good work triangle. Though whatever you decide is your choice.
Instead of a schooling built consider. Highway coach.. like a greyhound bus. Some cool builds out there.
Sounds like an awesome layout for your new schoolie now go for it!!!
You are getting some good “do’s and dont’s ” from staying in the bus.
You are right Eric. As a part time Chevy Coachmen RV guy I do not get the point so many RUclips set the fashion to rebuilt RVs into tiny houses with IKEA interiors that never made to be in a mobile home 😉 but with the matching plant looks trendy on cam. Most RV influencer leave the RV life to the next project once it is done anyway. Let them built B&Bs is also a nice idea. Just not RVs anymore. Keep going your own bus in the future. Can wait to see the result 😊
Actually for me there's nothing about that skooly that I like, it has too many windows for my taste.
What happened to Eric's puppy?
It sounds like a bus is more work than it’s worth. Have you considered a toy hauler RV that you could pull with a truck? That way you would always have your bike and a truck for rainy days transportation. It would make things simpler.
Since you are the seeker of quirky roadside attractions, I recommend that you find quirky air b&b.
as a skoolie owner.. you have big dreams.. And that's just what they are is dreams.... Do more research Sir
You need insulated curtains, at the very least, for those windows. Insulating the roof is wise too.
Im enjoying what you’re discovering from this stay in the schoolie.
Lol living in a bus like that just reminds me of Gary Busey in Black Sheep 🤣💕👍
You don't have to delete windows for the ref and tv. Just put solar panels outside those windows.
The bus manufacturer placed the insulation in so then add the time of bus build to current day. It’s time to replace the installed stuff. With modern insulation with better quality .
Thanks
Your heating the metal first then losing heat from it.... An insulated bus/van is warm during the winter and cool in the summer as i have done it here in the UK but don't forget to put a moisture barrier between the metal and the finished surface as damp is a killer for rust and mould....
Why not drill some holes, shoot insulation foam under the ceiling, close holes with chrome studs?
Hi Eric, have you considered upgrading the insulation and underbelly of what you have? Raining heavily in the PNW.
Great video, my Son and Daughter in Law live in Goodyear
I'm not sure what your fascination is with HD. That is a dying v twin company and they really don't build anything worth keeping or blinging out. Sorry to rain on your parade dude but HD is just a cookie cutter, unreliable bike maker. They're the Chrysler of motorcycles.
I like the quirky air bnb idea but with all the variety of rv’s I would never build a bus
Really enjoy all your videos!! 🎉 Fun to see where you travel to next and where you stay!! 🎄
Yes Eric I think your personality fits a bus.
It looked comfortable.
We definitely enjoy when you stay at different places. Quirky ABNb type stays.
Another adventure out of state? Enjoy Disney World!
YOU SURE YOU'RE THE BIKER BAR TYPE???😆
Just shitting all over their place lol
Changing the sheets on that bed has got to be a struggle!?
Thanks for taking us on your adventure. I can't help but smile all the way through your videos.✌️❤️😀
I have a similar style heater and it stays on all the time. It’s just the way it heats. It does not matter if it’s a schoolie, RV or TT the heater will stay on.
Hello 👋 the school bus is cool. Have an awesome day.
I think that the kitchen should b on the passenger side so u could rig it up when your outside and drop that table down u could have a door to pass stuff out or reach in and grab something
Buy a four season RV Eric, you'll be happier with it. 😁😁😎😎👍👍
We purchased a 2016 FR3 this year. You just can’t beat the storage and placement of how a Motorhome is made in 30’. Frankly I don’t think unless you’re willing to spend $$$ converting a bus is worth all the work!
Enjoy life, not stress🌵
Hey Eric, whether you buy a bus or not, that set up is completely awesome! You could do that at your property with the walls and the roof set up, maybe not a fabric, but something like a big overhang or half of a barn kind of structure. I reallyliked that a great deal. If I had the space at my property, I would absolutely build something like that to park right next to and hang out.
You can take the ceiling down insulate and then put the ceiling back up if you want the metal look
Hi Eric, have you seen Bob Wells's latest video re a converted skoolie?
Have you considered a toy hauler with truck? I think that would solve a bunch of your issues and you could truly have everything with you!
I like the idea of the space of the bus idea but yeah them windows & ceiling will suck your heat out
I would rethink sitting that close to the litterbox. Even if smell isnt an issue the sound may be.
Your upgrade suggestions would benefit them, IMO! I am having computer issues so catching up finally on my new computer but trying how to figure out getting my data off my former hard drives without paying more than a computer is worth. You need medium rare also imho. 😁
I would think school bus would use more gas or diesel. Especially after adding the weight of a conversion.
I would love to see more stays in rv type places.
One idea I've heard of is to insulate and control the climate of only the sleeping area. And then do a minimal build for the rest. Less weight, expense and hassle.
There is enough room to insulate on top of the metal. The windows are a huge impact. The floor would need to be insulated as well. (just my opinion)
All ways have some warm gear with you no matter how warm it is when you ride! Some good ideals on the bus! Merry Christmas My Friend!
DP will have more value. Go for 2007-2013. Dynamax from that era are very solid and not huge. Avoid going to 40ft because it is just too big. 36-37ft is plenty.
A small woodstove would have the btu's to make it cozy on cold nights. That heater is meant for a room in an insulated house.
I can see the appeal of a large skoolie .... but not for traipsing around the country with. It's too big, nerdy and clumsy, IMO. If you can deal with no privacy, or close out most of the windows - it would be good as a Tiny House / Air BNB.
Great fun , it’s fun following with you what you enjoy.
Hello Eric Tara and Opie. Living in a bus its not too bad. We just bought a bus ourselves we are putting insulation in the bus. An flooring down to stay warm . Maybe put a woodstove in. What ever you do will be just fine 🙂 . Hardly Shirts are Cool. 😊. Give Tara and Opie a hug Stay safe out there on the roads Take care God bless you guys 😊 your friends Gerry and Pat from Amarillo Texas 😊🍺🍺😻😻🏈🏈😻😻