Changing Our Skoolie Propane System

We're changing our original propane system for two good reasons. For one thing, our first propane tank had to be mounted nearly three feet deep, making it difficult to reach for refilling. Secondly, with a permanently mounted tank, our ONLY option for filling would be to drive into a propane filling station. With our new dual-tank set-up, not only are the tanks easy to access, but we could easily remove one or both tanks to be filled/replaced without even moving the bus! This will be a great added convenience since we'll be boondocking for two weeks (or more) at a time, in possibly remote locations.
After selling the original 12 gal propane tank (unused), Mike fabricated the "cage" for our tanks out of scrap metal from previous projects. Then we cannibalized our own BBQ grill as well as our "Campulance" stove for these two tanks!
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Fairview RV Camper LP Propane 2 Stage Automatic Regulator with 2 x 15" QCC Acme Pigtails:
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"Tough Act to Follow" by Eden Maze featuring Jacob Alm
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About Us:
Hi! We are Mike & Kerry, the proud owners of a 1996 Bluebird rear engine (pusher), 40' school bus! We named her Bussy McBusface in honor of the RRS Boaty McBoatface travesty.
We're building a Tiny-Home-in-a-Bus for full-time living in the most adventure-friendly way possible! In other words, Bussy will not be parked in our driveway, waiting for weekend or holiday getaways... when we finish the build, we'll be packing everything we're keeping into the bus and driving away from this old house forever!
We plan to be boondocking the majority of the time, so you'll see that reflected in our choices throughout the build (100 gallon water tank, composting toilet, solar power system, etc). We'd love to have you stick around and follow us on our journey, throughout the Skoolie Build, and to Infinite Adventures Beyond!
Mike & Kerry

[@joyhouse5992]

I had to pause your video to find the song never heard it before but really like it. I’m building my skoolie now so learning from y’all. Thanks for posting. See y’all out there maybe. ours is called moon runner

[@micheleclifford8969]

But, I Saved Them All !! Thanks Michael & Kerry. You guys are so Magical. Lol yes 😊

[@TheGalifrey]

Interesting move, over here, most go from bottles to a refillable system as you can fill them at any gas station that sells autogas (LPG) and you don't need to empty the bottles before refilling fully. As always, great quality of work.

[@BussyMcBusface]

2 reasons we did this. 1) there just wasn't a place to put the 12 gallon tank with easy access. 2) If we run out of gas parked in some remote location, it is easier to take our small vehicle and fill the gas than it is to drive the bus in only to return to the same spot.

[@TheGalifrey]

@@BussyMcBusface Fair enough, over here we just have remote fillers and a separate pig tail/regulator to take a bottle in an emergency BUT we generally don't take another vehicle with us due to the towing regulations for a trailer over 1500 lbs. Our coaches also have massive storage capacity compared to a school bus so a lot more accessibility. www.busandcoachbuyer.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Given-the-low-unladen-weight-there-should-be-little-concern-about-utilising-the-capacity-of-the-central-luggage-hold.jpg Anyway, keep up the good work, love your videos.

[@brieaclay4299]

Dude, you got some mad skills! I love the way you think.

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

You are one hard working man! Awesome video!

[@jmkc740]

lots of cool things going on! i see ur busy busy busy.. ty made my morning;)

[@micheleclifford8969]

Awesome Job you Two dulling Tankers 🤟🤟😛

[@roscodude77]

I always learn watching you. Love your banter as well.

[@scottmaschino1927]

Happy belated birthday. Good setup. 2 suggestions I have. See if you can find a padlock with a long enough shank to go around the tubing and an arm of the tightening handle. It will keep it from vibrating loose as well as keep it from walking off while you aren't around. Get some sheet metal tall enough to go up to the floor joist and weld it in in front and rear of your tank frame. Will help keep gravel, mud, and other road debris or your tanks and hoses.

[@Ronmacabeo]

Another great video guys! Mike I love your problem solving thought process, as I too talk to myself, going through the build and installation steps in my head, and appreciate it when the plan work’s flawlessly! I also love the way the two of you work as a team with the constant corny jokes!👍

[@virginiadillon2922]

Truly...you are OUTSTANDING!!!👏👏👏🥰 Great music, as always!✌️💚

[@JhaJhaJhaKlaus]

I love your build! You guys are doing a fantastic job! Keep 'em coming! And you inspire us on our build!

[@jsosa1957]

good job

[@seekingserenity2731]

Holy crap!! A "Junkyard Wars" reference. Haven't seen that in years. Loved it.

[@Tripsolo65]

Here I am to be in your Bussyness again! Just a quick observation that came to mind. Where you cut in for the gas bottles, well, if you were to frame that spot you could make it a true Pro-pane opening! RRR have a great week you two.

[@chrisdecker1443]

Looks good dude.

[@jerryfink459]

Another great video! Smart move on the propane. I agree with a previous post that you consider rotating the tanks so the valve is not facing out and for the same concern. My personal experience with the self changing regulator was all good, never had a problem. As a side note I am still laughing at some of Kerry's comments and what I think were turkey gobbling in the back ground!

[@BussyMcBusface]

Thanks Jerry! Gonna make those changes as well as adding lock to the system. As for the turkeys, yeah the neighbors have a farm going on!

[@williambays3534]

You need something hold or pin the handle for tighten down on the tanks. A carter pin or some sort of strap to stop it from vibrating lose as you drive down the road, ( wouldn't want a tank to drop out if the clamp gets lose)

[@BussyMcBusface]

Yeah, I think I have an idea!!! Good catch!

[@chefsdaddy]

Love your videos! Very informative and inspiring. And I love your personalities.

[@garrisonstanleigh6146]

Another great video .. Thanks for the propane double hose link just ordered one from Amazon ...

[@jubjon]

I always knew that i was good but alone, now i have met you, hahaha. great job, great work methodology, we would have made a helluva team 30 years ago, IMHO. Keep your videos coming, i for one enjoy and can appreciate them. Your wife is right, oh your hands will pay with carpal tunnel or more, and it isn't pleasant, use pnuematics wherever you can, i didn't, your body and hands will thank you. Me, a combat vet of the vietnam war and still kickin it at age 71, but slowing down a bit, lol.

[@vongroven115]

Another great issue but I would like to offer a couple suggestions on your LP installation if you please. 1. I would face your tanks so your fittings do not face the inside of the bus skin; the most minor sideswipe could knock off your hose completely or at least enough to allow a stream of LP to escape, expand and find a source of ignition and feed a raging fire you couldn't quench or stop the flow. I suggest they face anywhere but out. 2. even with the snazzy top rim capture Mike made, it would be even better if you installed a captive thumb screw in the bottle base holder that will hold the tank squeezed against the other three sides and stop the inevitable clangs and rattles when you are driving. Finally.........I might replace the threaded rod you used to a coarse threaded one unless one enjoys fiddling with that capture device in the inevitable`114-degree heat and full sun. Mostly petty stuff except for point #`1, but recognizing the near brain surgeon intensity and precision of Mike and your willingness to support (put up with) his quest for perfection. I decided to intrude. This was another great job to watch; you guys define 'sympatico'.

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

you know I can't even open the back of my bus where the motor is! it's inside! I'm so upset! It's just not meant to be for me! I'm so happy you guys are doing so good on your build! oh no, I'm so sorry Mike got hurt! Happy Belated Birthday Mike!

[@kevink2831]

Another great video you two, belated birtday Mike.. Keep the videos coming both of you look forward to them..

[@soillife1]

Great job Great video Thanks for sharing

[@meredithmccain8484]

you are just crazy talented!

[@artoftheflatlands]

where did you learn to do all this stuff? your fabrication knowledge is astounding.

[@scottinsomnia6642]

The build looks good. One thing...umm, have you considered putting some kind of box around the back, top, and sides? I was just thinking one rock from either your tires or another passerby while driving could ruin your whole day. Keep up the good work!

[@micheleclifford8969]

Mike would make an Awesome Teacher when dealing with building your own Schoolie Bus. Write a Book mike , Because I know that I Would Buy it. Or Sell your videos.

[@markwilson8118]

Another fabulous video ya'll. . I hope you got the bus fixed .. Don't need it popping out anymore children like that .. lol

[@BohemianBusOdyssey]

That turned out awesome!

[@rmsm55]

Awesome fab skills and great ideas!! I couldn’t stop laughing at 24:40 that sounded pretty perverted! Lol!

[@aileenbeyer5559]

Can I come use your shop? You have every tool!

[@WelcomeToMyDream]

"Strength isn't my strength, you're the piano hinge." (My wife singing to me 30 minutes after your video) Yes we're drinking wine, but I don't feel like a piano hinge :)

[@BussyMcBusface]

We are still laughing at this comment!

[@karenolson5556]

Mike & Kerry...are you still traveling in your bus? I never saw the tour of your finished Bussy! Can't find any recent videos! Where are you?

[@BussyMcBusface]

We are still in Southern Arizona. Bus isn't finished yet but we are working feverishly on it!

[@karenolson5556]

@@BussyMcBusface I can't wait to see it finished...and watch more videos!

[@BEAdventurePartners]

Solid design for the propane tanks you two! Such a great job. Sorry to hear about your tough day Mike. Sounds like Kerry took real good care of you though. ;) Lol Rudey the rude cat... Not too sure if you have heard our song... "He's rude & he knows it..." ?! But I (Erin sang it when we heard the story about Rudey. Hehe Just catching up on your vids. We are working on the hot bod of our BEAP Mobile right now and your vids are super helpful. Keep it up. - Erin + Brian

[@ZeRowe]

Always a LOL 😂 on your channel! May I suggest Mike wearing a full face helmet ⛑... even in the Shower 🤔 😎🍻

[@WelcomeToMyDream]

Is it too late to engineer up a rotisserie for ole Bussy? :) Either way I think you two will have one heck of a wonderful home when it gets finished with you!

[@Tampo-tiger]

I understand HM Queen Elizabeth II watches your wonderful videos. Sources close to the palace quote Her Majesty as "buzzin my bleedin posterior orff, Phil" in anticipation of launching Royal Research Bus Bussy McBusface, and HM has already bought a jeroboam of Krug and a matching hat in readiness. Also, bookies are offering evens on Harry and Megan calling their new sprog 'Bussy'.

[@r8edrv4fun65]

Gotta do that for my bus soon. Can you recommend a brand of hose that's dependable?

[@BussyMcBusface]

Go to a propane shop and have them make it for you.

[@gregorygagnon4641]

Do handle for propane t handle like the one on your drill press.

[@melissahoffman4687]

Rudy chose you to be his humans. :)

[@jackwinkler7848]

Thanks for mentioning me so many times...aka Captain Jack Scrapper

[@jerryhofstra6894]

Is that Prince? ... LoL

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

That drill bit hole maker is far out! not funny when people get hurt but the story made me LOL I'm sorry

[@carlaivey9806]

When do you think youll be painting the outside of Bussy??

[@BussyMcBusface]

You know, I honestly couldn't say. I am having trouble calculating those details.

[@carlaivey9806]

@@BussyMcBusface wasnt looking for an exact date just wondering. Also have you decided on a color yet? I think you should go camo! Or cream?

[@BussyMcBusface]

Latest color choice is leaning toward candy CD apple green. Could still change

[@carlaivey9806]

@@BussyMcBusface CA green!! How ECO friendly. I was just thinking cammo cuz you guys like the desert so much!!

[@lisaknight3774]

Great build I like watching you by the way I counted 12 times you said Jack I think I missed one if I did that make 13

[@sleim754]

Santa Cruz skate boards :) Made a few hundred of those.

[@BussyMcBusface]

Did you work down by soquel high?

[@sleim754]

@@BussyMcBusface no I purchased them for a hs in Utah. We built a lot of them.

[@BussyMcBusface]

I grew up in Santa Cruz.

[@sleim754]

@@BussyMcBusface I'm not sure, but I think that it was called. Mr. M's board shop.

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

I love cats!

[@demedlinjr]

"You're very destructive in your creative process"

[@demedlinjr]

"Goddamn right"

[@terrymaines69]

Great Build U two! Thought U said got laid for my birthday anyways that's always good also! A reusable zip tie would hold U flange nut still. ENJOY as always!

[@Oldtech51]

Can not mount gas regulator upside down. Vent must be on the bottom.

[@suefisher1077]

Wish my husband was as you

[@emanuel2cool1]

I somehow heard: “I got laid for my birthday, which is super awesome” The rest was odd in that contest. “I always wear the proper protective equipment, but still one of the pieces came off” 😯

[@dieuglydie]

If you want a drill that kicks even harder get an air powered drill.

[@blueabyss100]

Play us a song you're the piano hinge!! Blahahaha!!

[@kirktruman6707]

If you add four rubber pads under each bottle it will not move at all

[@hakunamatataadventurebus5944]

That there is a good woman!

[@BussyMcBusface]

She is indeed.

[@user-cl5ov9dx5o]

Surely made painting the finished product a LOT harder and less effective

[@sadSw0rd]

I can't even watch past the first part of the first song. My ears shriveled into raisins and abandoned me. I can never un hear that demonic scratching... so far from beauty and reason. Why?