BIG Bunk Semi: Living Large ON the ROAD!

Being an over-the-road truck driver is no easy task! So to help our friends feel a little more like home they had a custom big bunk semi built for them.
In semi truck this is a Mansion! they are living large. they have a full kitchen, Kitchen table, trundle bed, wardrobe, lots of storage and a bathroom equipments with a shower! this is like living in a condo fokes!
Liz and Al were so kid to open their doors and give us a tour!
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[@josephchristopherlewis6020]

Nice truck 👍

[@HalfKaztBoy]

That little apartment is cozy!

[@SimpleLivin]

Making our truck into a home is so important to us!!

[@oldchickie]

I'm an old lady but I'm the curious type....I want to know how much this whole thing costs all included!Must be in the millions!Must cost a whole lot to have it insured...anyway take care and have a safe journey!

[@lizhartel3740]

Once we had everything done including the graphics and the interior decked out, you're looking close to $300K. The average price of a home, just one on wheels.

[@amafid]

@@lizhartel3740 a house that pays you

[@lizhartel3740]

@@amafid yes, indeed it does.

[@brianmoore4299]

I came down with insulin dependent diabetes so can no longer have a CDL. If I could I'd buy one and live in it for sure. Much better than any stupid RV. I'd hook up motion sensor lights to come on outside Automatically. Something to discourage meth heads and thief's from getting too close. We all know that truck stops are surrounded with those people.

[@justinw8512]

Super cool!

[@jccobb6307]

I just happen to come across this video and I am extremely impressed with this truck tour and I am not a trucker. All I can really say is “ WOW”!!!

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you and we are happy you enjoyed.

[@SimpleLivin]

Thank you so much for your kind words amd support! So glad you enjoyed the video tour! Many Blessings to you

[@nahbrown]

@@lizhartel3740 my wife and I just leased on to carry DOD AA@E. We just bought a used Volvo 860 but hope to upgrade to something like this in the future. Any advice on buying a big bunk sleeper now that you have had it a few years?

[@lizhartel3740]

@nahbrown that's a tough one to answer. It would depend on what advice you're seeking. Financial? Layout? Driving? Decor or items highly suggested we used the most? If you give me a little more direction, I could better answer.

[@jchrg2336]

I believe everyone enjoyed these tours, the trucks are great build, fun and just nice to see Great video

[@infiniteluv5589]

I love tiny living....but always wondered how people make a living! This is perfect!!!

[@SimpleLivin]

Yes!!! It has served us well! If you keep your head down, stay forced and use Dave's principals your do great! Wishing you the best

[@justaninsidejoke3582]

As an 11 year old thinking about being a truck driver in the future, this helped get my mind to calm down on it. BEAUTIFUL TRUCK BTW!

[@SimpleLivin]

Trucking can be a great career with alot of benefits. It is a lifestyle that can be difficult as well

[@tashacarter8495]

I love this so much. I can't wait to be able to but my own. This is beautiful

[@johnryan5792]

Beautiful rig, I drive a day cab I couldn’t imagine trying to back up a trailer with this long of a truck. I don’t even think I could get it into some of the warehouses I go into.

[@winuscleyne890]

John Ryan they are not going to regular distribution centers in town ,most of them chasing the lightweight stuf or on piece so they can permit them depending on what trailor they pull 99%can not pul just any trailor,and haul regular freight,empty weight is between 40-50 thousand,depends on size sleeper,what trailor and the extras car or moter bike some of those setups cost depending between 300-400 grand plus ,,,when you think a 2000 payment is big don’t ask those guys anywhere between 4-6 grand depending on how big the check was when they drive away whit it,,,,they talk about the truck all the good things,,one thing they hartly talk about is,you limited on freight they all have special contracts,to haul lightweight freight,they make miles on the clock 1 buck more then average owner operator clock miles and computer miles is 10-12% difference,,and the last thing is,,,,,,,when you looking for one there is a shitload of them for sale used,WHY WOULD THAT BE LOW MILES TO..........

[@user-si1iw7nq3x]

@@winuscleyne890 I was wondering about that. Definitely too much weight and length for me. I personally dont go above 220 or 230 inches. And then your still hassling yourself by needing your own trailer with a spread axle and knowing how exactly to communicate with loaders to make the weights correct. Just too much goes into specin one out. Sure I'd you got the money and patience but they way freight been up an down. Now isnt the ideal time Especially if ole sleepy jo biden is president next year.

[@jesselangeland7933]

I'd make it work

[@Docstantinople]

That’s such a nice roomy sleeper.

[@richkelsheimer8205]

Beautiful ride drivers, thank you for what you sacrifice and do!

[@lizhartel3740]

Rich Kelsheimer thank you

[@thelibrarian46]

An amazing machine.

[@Torsee]

Congratulations to the new owners! Nice Ride!

[@danielcole7346]

Absolutely beautiful congratulations for getting a beautiful truck I'm sure y'all deserve it

[@caliemm2159]

Wow...that's a great size for living quarters. love truckin'. Ran them highways several years, touring with the band. Slept great , wasn't as nice as this though.This is nice. Comfy...great memories...enjoy them

[@jimhagan697]

This rig is the way too roll. Didn't have any of this forty years ago very nice

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you. We sure have been enjoying the truck and appreciate it even more with the country in its current state of confusion!

[@SJArmyWife]

Love this setup. This is what we're considering. The fact they're Packers fans just shows how awesome this couple is💚💛

[@lizhartel3740]

💚GO💛PACK💚GO💛!! Thank you for that fine compliment. Wishing you the best at achieving your dreams like we have!!

[@AlongtheRiverLife]

A beautiful truck, wonderful to drive and you both can be there together!

[@perrywannamaker1969]

congratulations sweet pete my dream ride treat her right. thank you for the tour. 💖👍

[@lizhartel3740]

Perry Wannamaker our dream machine as well. Worked hard for her

[@SimpleLivin]

We day dream about rig like this so it was nice getting a tour

[@Clarkinurmind]

You work hard for it man. I'd get one so I can Take my parents around

[@lizhartel3740]

You make your parents very proud by saying so. Stay safe

[@cattycorner8]

These people know how to live! More power to them, and may the Good Lord bless every mile!

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you

[@TruckandTravel]

126".... that is epic. Very sharp looking on the inside

[@lizhartel3740]

156.. and thanks

[@douglasrose971]

keep on trucking!

[@kaovanna2245]

Very Good

[@ChivalrousVeteran]

This is what happens when you mix business with pleasure - a masterpiece is born; I'm loving it! Thanks for the tour! : - )

[@lizhartel3740]

Yes! Happy you enjoyed.

[@kevinmullin9680]

This should be the industry standard for all trucks.

[@lizhartel3740]

Kevin Mullin I truly agree. With the hours drivers put in supplying this country and the sacrifice they make while out on the road should be compensated, not criticized and regulated nearly off the road ways. Making this style of truck just think of how much more productive our drivers & country would be.

[@albertmartin6298]

Wow that’s awesome ride

[@toddphillips2001]

I’m glad I found you guys on KZbin... just starting to follow your adventures. It was fun working with you two at Conway

[@SimpleLivin]

Welllll hey stranger! So wonderful that you found us! Do you have Facebook or Instagram? Follow us there as well

[@matthewholmes7597]

@@SimpleLivin wow nice Rig looks really nice

[@sanjeevpereira8141]

Great vedio. Congrats for new truck All the best. Brgds fm Goa india

[@lorichaulk5583]

I love the table/bed . RV people need to take notes

[@SimpleLivin]

Agreed! This is an amazing product

[@romanyroberts9381]

Living the dream right there!

[@lizhartel3740]

Indeed, we are. At least our dream!!!

[@ozziecrosby2092]

Even WITHOUT a trailer, you have to take THREE LEFTS to make a RIGHT!!😂👍

[@bteamshorts]

Gotta be haulin aviation loads. LOL. I see those trucks with the massive sleepers all the time!

[@SimpleLivin]

🤔🤭🤫😁

[@fergieferguson2457]

I’m glad the 11 yo said truck driver...I hate to be called a trucker!!!still after 42 years

[@albertmartin6298]

Nice ride

[@umajunkcollector]

all the comforts of home

[@SimpleLivin]

A trucker's dream!

[@ricksworlddereaux2397]

With this you got your Home constantly with you, maybe even you can raise Kids there, Home office Trucking... 🤣🤣🤣🇺🇸

[@7viewerlogic670]

Nice!

[@joeseymour4073]

Thanks all for the THOROUGH tour and nice video work in and around this awesome rig and actually showing us all the features! 👍🙂 This is something I wish others would do! I didn't even notice at first that the exhaust is underneath lol. After seeing the inside of larger bunks, yours looks a lot larger than 156"! Love the interior design especially the towels on the "bath" door, the color of the wood and that compartment where the dirty clothes go! Be safe traveling and thank you for sharing. 👍

[@lizhartel3740]

Joe Seymour thank you for the kind words. Simple Livin did a great job putting this all together. We were so please to work with them. Glad you enjoyed.

[@SinisterCity]

Left ear gang

[@thebrock12]

Looks nice I like it

[@Harlowerayne]

SWEET Ride😊

[@krisqueen5939]

Very nice rig. 😊

[@ichabaga1]

Awesome and lovely

[@lizhartel3740]

isaac chabaga glad you enjoyed

[@Realtruth666]

Forget all of that sleeper stuff...THE PAPER TOWEL ROLL HOLDER IS SOOO AMAZING. That is the smartest thing I’ve seen in a truck. A paper towel holder above the driver’s door?! Brilliant! I’m getting one for my truck now. Thank you

[@lizhartel3740]

Well, thank you for loving the paper towel idea above the door. We have been doing that since being in a truck. If you are interested, it is 2 small bungee cords that the roll is slid on to.

[@Realtruth666]

Thank you for letting me know how u do it. I’m getting it set up in my truck today. Also, the rest of the truck is amazing.

[@lizhartel3740]

@@Realtruth666 glad I could help. And thanks. We love the truck!!

[@lizhartel3740]

@@Realtruth666 oh, and be careful if you drive with your window open.... it sucks the towel out. 🙃

[@scrap7768]

NICE!!!

[@randyarnold3212]

NICE THX 4 THE TOUR,STAY SAFE OUT THERE

[@SimpleLivin]

Thanks. Be safe amd many Blessings

[@azerko]

Thanks for helping translate the truckers lingo

[@KozmikEl7]

I'm single and probably still want one! Lol wonderful piece of Equipment. 💯👍

[@SimpleLivin]

If you planned to be on the road 5-10 years and not own a house it would totally make since. Then it can be a race car hauler! Lol

[@KozmikEl7]

@@SimpleLivin I love it I'm a truck driver and I run solo regional so this would be perfect for me.

[@SimpleLivin]

Well dream big but if that dream is to big yiubcan always make your standard sleeper into a micro tiny house like we did kzbin.info/www/bejne/m33QlZmjh82fd7M

[@lizhartel3740]

There are plenty of single drivers out there who own big bunks. Many opt for a bit smaller size. They start at a 108, 120, 132, 144, 156 which is what we have. Then 168 and 180. Many singles go with 108-132.

[@arielperez5951]

Beautiful truck 👍👍👍👍

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you

[@Garbage818]

Nice!!!! 👍🏻

[@kenelrod6860]

They have to carefully select there loads! Probably max out 20 tons

[@DNDBOT]

Air craft engines .high value runs..

[@jwallace12909]

Some of these super sleepers can haul up to 35,000 lbs.

[@blazehall8086]

Interior design is very cozy and homelike.

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you. That is what we were going for, our home away from home

[@dantewilliams1540]

this is amazing 👏 🙌 😍

[@9186SZ]

Fantastic truck , happy travels, thanks for posting a great video

[@SimpleLivin]

So glad you enjoyed! Thanks for watching

[@joeyz5577]

WOW now that's flat out IMPRESSIVE! Good for them 👍

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you 💕

[@BwaKay3]

That is absolutely GORGEOUS

[@conniepayne591]

I think these super trucks are so interesting. They can have so much in so little room. I like these and truck campers. Someday I hope to go see a show with all of these there. Thanks for the video and have yourselves a very nice day.

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you. There are several shows each year to see them or if your near Shipshewana, Indiana sometime, stop down and see ARI

[@Jerzeyguy]

That seat is awesome

[@lizhartel3740]

Unbelievable how comfortable they are and the heat/cool rocks

[@SindyJ37]

Beautiful truck!

[@niteowl8095]

Beautiful Truck and Roomy interior

[@357bullfrog2]

That has to be a great way of living. If possible I'd stay in the south during winter and North in summer. Who needs a house when you got that

[@lizhartel3740]

That is what we try to do. Most of the time it works out. However, we grew up in Northern Wisconsin/Minnesota so winter isn't a stranger to us.

[@jimc12]

It gets old after a while. Ive been driving for 17 years. I can only go for 4 weeks max before I need to get out of the truck.

[@lizhartel3740]

@@jimc12 I too could only do 3-4 weeks at a time when we had a standard size sleeper. This truck here has made all the difference

[@jimc12]

@@lizhartel3740 I'm assuming the same thing. Thus the reason I'm looking at these. I'm a contract OO hauling refrigerated. I dont think I could get one of these doing the kinds of loads I do. I own a 2016 KW T680 and can put 41k to 42k in the fridge depending on what trailer I have at the time. I can't see doing this with a truck like yours. What kind of freight are you hauling for your dedicated contract? I'm assuming its not much over 25k in weight?

[@atomicwedgie8176]

@@jimc12 Packing peanuts!

[@scable-eq7bp]

I just started driving last year, driving a 2016/579 Peterbilt sleeper cab pulling a flatbed. Driving for a small company out of Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Most of my trips are 500 to 600 miles one way and on occasions I will get sent down to Georgia & Florida . i'm very happy where i am right now but down the road I would love to own my own truck and lease out to a company. I don't own a house so I have no issues staying at a truck stop or living in a motel on the weekends, you sure can save a ton of cash by living this lifestyle.....

[@lizhartel3740]

Yes, even more so when you have your home with you!!

[@abigailjimenez2148]

Public restrooms esp now with COVID gross me out. This would be ideal but can U imagine the monthly notes plus it depreciates unlike a house but I still love it. Sacrifices. Two incomes y’all can afford it greetings from Texas

[@lizhartel3740]

Greetings... but you missed one point. This deprecating house on wheels MAKES us money that not only pays the mortgage, but the bills, us a paycheck and works on our retirement plan😀. Considering all that, the Bus looks a bit brighter now I bet 😉

[@michaelstamp157]

Theses sleepers are beautiful!

[@lizhartel3740]

Michael Stamp thank you. We agree with that statement 100%! 😀

[@madjidhamdini8114]

Very cool Wheel home ^^ Grettings from Belgium ^^

[@lizhartel3740]

Greetings and thank you

[@mikehunt4465]

Totaly Osome Tour Thanks.

[@SimpleLivin]

Thanks for the love! Glad you enjoyed!

[@atomicwedgie8176]

I once tricked a guy to page your name over the intercom at work...got a lot of laffys!

[@pointingdog7235]

Beautiful

[@tiffanygreen7280]

Truck is absolutely beautiful

[@lizhartel3740]

Tiffany Green thank you

[@josephdeffendoll3056]

Tiffany we can get one and run team.

[@StrokerDiesel]

Great looking truck, one day i have one my self.

[@winuscleyne890]

To get one is easy to pay for it is the problem,most people have them special deals hauling exclusive until somebody cut the rate,and all of us have in our own mind what’s good pay and what’s bad pay,a truck like this you should be able to pay it of in 5 years ,when I see some banks loan 8 years on a truck,could be way over a million miles and stil making payments on it,but when you run your ass of and put every penny back in the truck,and that’s when you make money,of cours depends what your hauling ,say no to cheap freight,is the kicker..>what is cheap freight you tell me

[@StrokerDiesel]

@@winuscleyne890 yes paying for one is hard most definitely we have worked on alot of these truck over the years and love them. There will always be some tying to cut rates because they think they can make more money that is no different then any other business. If we was to buy one cash 💸 and do it as a hobby to see the 🇺🇸. But first this business need to be 100% before that even enters our mind

[@jameslowry7697]

That is one badass rig I wish you all the best and keep it between the lines

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you

[@ronaldjohnson7677]

I need one, very awesome love it

[@lizhartel3740]

Stop by ARI in Shipshewana Indiana.

[@dhouston699]

Can I go with you. That truck is awesome . ..

[@lizhartel3740]

Thanks!! Sad to say, there are only the 2 seats and they are both full.... 😆

[@carlosjoseramosgomez2402]

AWESOME!!!

[@nightfall22]

Dayum! That’s beautiful

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you

[@bongtruckersvlog]

wow nice truck👍👍👍👍👍

[@muther_trucker9446]

Beyond Beautiful rig!! I’m an O/O tanker driver. My hubby is retiring and wanting to team (Oh lord help me lol) If we got a rig like that what type of loads could we haul? I’m sure the max would be 20k tons give or take?

[@lizhartel3740]

We started our careers in tank division, back in our company driving days!! When we pulled step deck, we were 34K in weight with full fuel and water tanks, so there is a lot you can haul. Most, but not all, big bunks work in specialized hauling: government, pharmaceuticals, aviation, household goods or trade shows, car hauling, to name some. You just have to see what’s right for you. We love being on the road together. I was out of the truck for 6 weeks once and my husband was ready to quit being out himself. It takes patience & time, but we wouldn’t change it for the world.

[@garfield8900]

Nice! Must be hard to get backed into a tight dock though, especially if you have a 53ft trailer.

[@lizhartel3740]

It's like anything else, you get use to it. It's all in the set up. Now, turning around, that takes a football field!

[@darinswafford7586]

Beautiful!!!! If your out on the road where do you go to fill your water tanks, and where do you dispose of your waste water??

[@lizhartel3740]

Most truck stops have water at the fuel islands which we hook up our hose to or rest stops also have them. Again with the potty waste, there are RV dump stations at many rest stops or truck stops to use.

[@fatherdirt2866]

Man I love it I wanna live on the road I do drive have a CDL... As of right now outta the game due to my blood pressure is way too high... So I'm sidelined can't seem to get it under control.... Sucks...

[@SimpleLivin]

So sorry to hear you are having health problems. Sending you prayers so you can get back after something you love!

[@tkso.philly3879]

Now THAT'S how you travel across the country.

[@lizhartel3740]

Thanks. It sure makes life a lot easier when we can work in comfort!

[@arunwarrier8945]

Thought my earphones are broke 🤣🤣

[@SimpleLivin]

No our mic broke and unfortunately didn't realize until a couple videos later. Sorry about that

[@garythorsell5061]

Well though out nice

[@davemoses.5511]

I would like to ask what kind of trailer that you pull and also what wheelbase is this truck? It's very nice gorgeous thanks for the interview educational.

[@lizhartel3740]

Wheel base is 315. We were pulling a step deck, however we will be pulling a low pro in closed trailer soon.

[@davemoses.5511]

@@lizhartel3740 okay thank you for your response I was just curious? It is definitely a beautiful truck all the bells and whistles gorgeous.

[@lizhartel3740]

@@davemoses.5511 thank you. We definitely have been enjoying the truck and all it has to offer us.

[@davemoses.5511]

@@lizhartel3740 yes I'm glad I am a truck driver myself wish you lots of luck with it and God bless...

[@lizhartel3740]

@@davemoses.5511 stay safe driver. And thank you for all you do to keep our country moving forward

[@ralphkrahn7440]

Well apportioned unit 👍👍🇨🇦🕵🖖

[@lizhartel3740]

❤

[@lurycharles-pierre1223]

That is so cool I like it it’s nice truck

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you💕

[@williamsawyer7698]

Cool

[@LoneWolf-dv7ul]

I once knew a Liz. Lizann Peters, Purchell, Tomlinson, Distin, Bourgeois, Waldell???

[@lizhartel3740]

D. None of the above!

[@poetmaggie1]

That rig makes corners a real challenge.

[@lizhartel3740]

poetmaggie1 not as bad as you think. Just takes a bit of practice and it’s like any other...

[@Theater1TV]

great video, those thumbs down must be the obstacles on the road😂

[@lizhartel3740]

💖‼️

[@andreluizpostigo848]

Damn this thing is nice

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you. Happy you enjoyed the video

[@tracyknowles4680]

Thats cool but there are so many docks you couldn't get to in that beast

[@lizhartel3740]

Tracy Knowles pulling step deck, we do not worry about docks. There are many places we do go that are tight. You just need to know your equipment, forget the numbers, and drive with the good abilities you have. It’s really not that difficult.

[@lizhartel3740]

@Ace B. yes, a driver needs experience with confidence without arrogance, of course.

[@allgasnobrakes123]

Love this 👍🏾

[@athollmcnicoll256]

That tractor as more in it than what my flat has to offer me, so I reckon I'm in the wrong country as here in Scotland that tractor would take up far to much room on our roads.

[@user-si1iw7nq3x]

That's our America for you. Everything here is huge!

[@paulbadtram748]

It will pay for itself or time too.

[@rollingtones1]

We Americans love BIG. My daily work truck (full-size pickup) has a 5.6 Litre gasoline (petrol) V-8 engine with 420 Horsepower. The wheelbase is 140 inches and the overall length is 230 inches. The width is 79.9 inches without the mirrors. Ford Motor Company sells 850,000 full-size pickups a year, and has done so for the past 50 years.

[@jennifercapps105]

@@rollingtones1 @Hello David how are you doing

[@haldanshamusernst5808]

Nice job by two real-women, instead of the several 'hot', squeaky-voiced, 'barbie-dolls', I've seen doing presentations elsewhere!

[@SimpleLivin]

Thank you for kindness, love and support. Many blessings

[@stevenjohnson167]

BAAAD ASS MACHINE 😇🤠🤓😎☝️👆👌👍🤞✌️👍✌️

[@lizhartel3740]

Thank you, we strongly agree with ya!😉

[@dallaslong5660]

💯💯💯💯🔥🔥 beautiful ride!! #StayBlessed

[@lizhartel3740]

Dallas Long Thank you.

[@itzanopinion]

My left ear enjoyed the audio... :-)

[@mselim-o7p]

This is the most user friendly big rig and very well matched. Color, appliances etc. More info pls regarding to company

[@lizhartel3740]

ARI legacy sleepers in located in Shipshewana IN. They are a small company with exceptional, friendly staff and service. They are open Monday-Friday and they do invite people to stop by and check out how the sleeper build process works. Go see Toby and tell him Alan and I sent you.

[@bcmilatino0116]

Thank you for the tour. Thats the nicest can ive ever seen.

[@SimpleLivin]

It is a pretty truck for sure!

[@lizhartel3740]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for your kind compliment

[@PBx28]

Awsome truck....

[@lizhartel3740]

Harman Dhillon thank you. Glad you enjoyed