A Builder Tours His Favorite Skoolie Conversion After Four Years: ITS BETTER THAN EVER

[@namegoeshere5898]

it looks like a coffin I hate all the wood ..

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

I’m so sorry to upset your excellent tastes!

[@marthabentley9206]

😂

[@pianogal853]

Nice work, Chuck!

[@Mike__james]

You're not buying it anyways.

[@TreadTheNet]

Some people just can’t help but shit all over everything. These 😢 types were born with projectile diarrhea. It probably is a “controllable disease”, but does take some discipline, to keep one’s mouth shut.

[@sedi4876]

"Life should be on a dimmer" That's gold right there...

[@terisasam5604]

This is exactly the rig I hope to get after I sell my home Being single I need this type of dependability and safety. I wouldn't be able to afford this one but God willing, He will bring me the one He wants me to buy.

[@elliotthaskins5923]

RV companies should take notes of building their school bus strong like the old school bus companies used to build great RVs at one time ago wishing that they should bring them back I still will buy one of them cause it's where build right and don't fall apart either from what you are paying for these days

[@abdullahali5039]

Hello, my name is Abdullah from the State of Kuwait By chance, I watched the video, and it was very beautiful and wonderful, and the explanation was excellent and simple I wish you a good life, safety and security Thank you my regards

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Wow, thank you!

[@MsJacksims]

Stay home

[@Doc1855]

That’s a Gorgeous bus. I don’t care for gray, silver or black, but oddly enough I like that bus.

[@lukekao8136]

I saw you on the TV Show Gutted, season 2, you're a celeb. :)

[@EffieG-ez9tf]

This bus is gorgeous, especially the warm wood tones with indirect lighting. Bathrooms separate from showers is also a great idea. Another home run, Chuck!

[@justnosa3481]

It's refreshing to see someone with such pride in their work, bravo

[@JahRootsRadio]

That bus looks like old money. I wouldn’t even want to guess the price!!!! It’s beautiful.

[@daveneil3963]

That bus had extremely clean lines outside and inside, it definitely stood out from all the others I have seen so far! Thank you for the tour.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you dave!

[@hardlyworkin3603]

State of the art chassis, build, commentator and tour. Some lucky humans are about to go on great adventures in this gem . I have seen many bus builds on KZbin , and this one and the guy with the red bus with the airplane prop on the front grille are definitely the best out there. 95 K seems like a bargain for such a great unit. Why can't all commentators of builds be as entertaining and comprehensive as you. Most are just horrible, and have absolutely no business being on KZbin for any reason whatsoever. Exceptional video sir.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Well heck, thank you for the kind words, and I have to agree with you about that!

[@clique53]

Life should be on a dinner.. ain’t that the truth! This has to be one of the best conversations I’ve seen.

[@Eph1-4]

Thought I would comment in case you haven’t watched this lately… Beautiful work, clear joy in the results, and passion articulated beautifully in the tour. Good work Charlie, I hope your heart and mind are doing well with all the big changes🙏

[@VST2424]

I could tell u have a lot of pride with that bus. It is spectacular. Such a nice story with the owner of the bus.

[@truckin66]

Highly recommended viewing to all that are thinking of living life on the road...Great work Chuck

[@ruffntumble1964]

Excellent job, the quality of the workmanship really shows through. I love the chrome rims on the bus.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you very much!

[@BlueYiperoo]

What an absolutely incredible bus! I like how the owner has taken such excellent care of it.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

We agree!

[@cq7415]

Beautiful bus on the outside, love the way the doors are made and so secure. The paint and colors are perfect. Thanks to both of you.

[@amyholley4331]

Beautiful rig. And you can tell that it's been exceptionally well cared for!😀👍

[@rickciceran3181]

It was never used four thousand miles and four years is less than a hundred miles a month...🤔

[@deastover898]

WOW it really does look like it was just finished. What care they took. Thank you for sharing this. Definitely something I needed to see! 💝

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Wild ain't it!

[@duaneclark3539]

Very nice bus, probably not enough AC for me. My Prevost has 4 14,000 BTU’s On those 98degree days in August I need 3 running but I do like it cool. Great job on the conversion I really enjoyed the video.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

What kind of insulation did your provost have? I sure see a lot of ac units on the roof of coaches!

[@annalisastrickland8044]

Wow. I watch hours of conversion videos and this was my favorite over the last 3+ years. It's so nice to see people with passion meet and create and save beautiful, useful, and lasting contributions to life. And I love the rig too, ;) I will never be able to take a trip in a rig like this, but having the opportunity to live vicariously through your adventures...... is just PRICELESS. THANK YOU for sharing every minute of your journeys! I am just dazzled by the skoolies and the huge tour bus conversions. I hope more will consider coming to see Madison, Indiana (on the Ohio River, outside of Louisville, KY.) We have a campground in our Historic Downtown, right on the riverfront, and another larger one, up in Clifty Falls State Park (5 mi up the hill from the downtown.) which hosted a mini trailer event this last spring. PLEASE come see us! We love to see conversions because we VALUE restoration and revitalization in Madison!! Thank you!

[@garyburnett7378]

I think I could buy one and build it cheaper but it wouldn’t be half as nice as this. I really think this is a steal. If and when I am in the market, you can be sure I will be calling you. Good work my friend.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you Gary!

[@SerenitynPeace]

If we could afford it, we would love it. Thank you for reading what I wrote & acknowledging! 👏

[@felisaboettcher4448]

Wow another great build! Seriously felt like I felt like crying, I wanted to this bus so bad! I trust you as a builder because I've watched your videos. Everything so detailed, everything I would want in a builder. Your work meticulous and Beautiful! Thank you for sharing your work!

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Aww that is seriously too kind of you, I really appreciate those words

[@stevenannett1739]

Chuck where can I go to get help with my solar,,,I cant seem to get it to work, Ive used almost all Victron and good luck getting help from them , Got 600 watts solar on the roof and A total of 4oo in batterie ,, but when i switch to batt power it runs out within a hour ,,Any help ,,Please ,,And luv your vids brother ,,you always kill the builds !

[@jonryan5339]

Excellent Job on this build.

[@prettywingslife]

I can see why it's your favorite! 💗 Can't wait to finish mine 😊

[@mikehendrix6558]

Chuck you are Super Awesome. Thank You for Sharing your Incredible Talent with the World. You make it easier for your viewers who want to do a Skoolie Conversion to wanna jump right in there and go for it. You make them aware of the things that's ahead doing the Tiny Home Journey. I am just so pleased with your Channel. You are just one awesome dude. Thank You again for the great Tutorials that you Post. You're out Teacher and you're one hell of a Teacher. You explain things in a way that makes us (The Viewers) understand. Thank You

[@michaelwpaulin4876]

“ Climbing back in to it is like Christmas Morning “. Very Cool. When you do it right, it’s always Right. MWP Cosby, Tn.

[@chrishouseman1431]

Very cool chuck, another example of your above the mark builds, thanks for putting this out there.

[@johnnylightning1491]

I couldn't agree more on getting a good foundation. If the bus is no good the rest of the build doesn't matter. Keep the good stuff coming.

[@cyninbend]

Reminiscing and techy stuff--I have no clue what the interior really looks like. I think it was beautiful--the golden yellow color was very pretty. Unlike the commenter ⬇ I love wood and it seems very alive to me. Just would have loved to see rooms, complete cupboards, showers and bathrooms, etc. The outside is stunning.

[@MrGarthah]

My school bus was using the same power train and 6 years no problems in weather temp down to -24C 9.8 fuel economy was what I saw also

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

It's a great drivetrain! Glad to hear of your experience as well

[@Latingent50]

Even though this is an awesome conversion I wasn't going to say anything, but having a log folder documenting the bus' life is just genius.. . Good job!! 😎👍

[@dmwi1549]

Really nice build. Thanks for sharing. Have no doubt this will be a good rig for someone.

[@TJNC1976]

Extremely clean build .

[@Anviaxibus]

First off...really nice conversion and very well maintained. Thx for sharing 😊 Secondly....I totally agree with it being dangerous not making up a contract for this...but (yes, the 'but' is coming)...I bought a house and made all agreements, on a handshake. It's indeed VERY rare these days but I think one can feel the correctness of someone. So important that ones word is binding as well. I'm 52...and next year I'm buyng a bus too. Planning out all the works & prices is as good as done and giving myself 3 years to convert is 🤞 Together with all your wisdom I've been seeing over and over....and over...again....I'm pretty confident it'll work out. Then it's off to Spain, Portugal & Italy. I hope the community here in Europe will become as tight as in the USA because here it's still in its baby shoes. Anyway...still following you and hoping your final own project will work out as you want. Cheers

[@holty2604]

Just wow 🤩 what a bus and what a guy for looking after it so well 👌🏻

[@seanym67]

"Life should be on a dimmer switch" that's insightful. I like it.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Wouldn't that be nice?

[@seannash4695]

Splendid work there. Absolutely beautiful. I am new to living in a motorhome because I am disabled and therefore on a rather limited income. The only trouble so far is prejudice against those of us forced to go a different path to survival. I don't know if they hate me because they ain't me or are just intimidated by my greatness (my brother gets credit for that line). 😮😅

[@WJSpies]

Nice vid.. one of the better ones from this "Chuck Cassidy" channel. It's a shame it's no longer very manufacturing active any longer. I especially like that Freightliner/Mercedes engine school bus conversion. It's well kept obviously in 'cherry' condition, wow! The regular oil analysis by Bob, speaks volumes about how well it was cared for.

[@juniper617]

I’m so happy to see safe passenger seating in a skoolie. It’s seems like most people don’t bother.

[@BruiserFL]

Great bus with a lot of cool features.

[@Truthseeker4449]

I've seen this bus at my local Thomas dealer several times! I was seriously impressed with the quailty of it.

[@harrisonchevy4452]

Hi Chuck. Just a beautiful 🤩 build and work of art. You did a pro job tour and showed a van build that anyone wanting to get into this life would love to have. I’m sure that your customer wouldn’t have any problem selling this bus for top dollar. Sad day to see such great builder as yourself and crew leave a business that you have perfected. Will hope to watch you on your future travels no matter where they may take you. Take care, be safe.

[@pamelarw58]

Charlie you are an creative Master Van/Bus builder, this Bus is amazing! Bob looked after it incredibly well, some will love it 😍🇦🇺

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you so very much!!

[@provaporfagotti291]

i can see all the hard work and care that went into this beauty! Thank you for sharing.

[@garymoore8711]

An exceptional presentation of the inside and outside of the schoolie. Except for the roof. No one examines the roof and how it's holding up to all the penetrations of it!

[@craigtoups5786]

great episode and interview and very nice build. should sell quick.

[@twothousandcookies]

I just bought one of these 2005 thomas busses on a whim, glad to hear its a good frame from the best.

[@patriciasporer3045]

Gee wish you were here in Australia. Stay well and safe Charlie

[@debrathomas7735]

I'm in love with this bus.. It's unfortunate that I cannot afford it... Wishful thinking and a prayer maybe one day my dream tiny home will come true...

[@BlindFaith777]

“Life should be on a dimmer” too funny, yes it should. God bless. I’m a huge fan of bus conversion videos. It’s a dream of mine to own one of these things someday, but…. Not with gas prices the way they are- no way I could afford to eat and fill a bus with gas. ✌🏼

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you!

[@lennyt-man4229]

Wow what an amazing bus tour there. Fabulous conversion u did on it Charlie and the gang.

[@mkowltra]

Chuck is an upstanding guy, beautiful bus!

[@Sandra-Armstrong]

Oh wow! That notebook! 💜 With the kind of person I am, that notebook would be a priceless addition for me. Unfortunately, it's not something every builder does. Humm... 🤔

[@bill8582]

That's one of the best conversions that I have seen, very nicely done, I love the paint job, as I am a painter, it does not look like a school bus anymore, and the interior is well thought out, with everything that you need including lots of storage. Most school bus conversions that I see, have loose stuff all throughout the bus, that can become projectiles in a collision, people really need to think about stuff like that, I work in a collision repair facility. I will also add that a bus is ten times safer than a sticks and staples, fiberglass motorhome. I have really been wanting an old GM charter bus, like a 4104, or 4106 with nice unpainted skins, hard to find these days, they too are about 35 feet long, even a single axle MCI bus, the huge bays on a bus like that, allow you to have enough room for all of your systems underneath, including a black tank, that would be a must for me, and a mini split AC unit, to keep the roof a little cleaner, and you will have at least one whole bay for storage, with a little storage in some of the other bays, and you can direct heat to the water bay, to keep your tanks from freezing, they have the larger pusher Detroit Diesel engine as well. But I may opt for a school bus, because the maintenance on the charter bus is probably twice what it is on a school bus. I love the older vintage school buses, like a Crown, but I believe the engine is midship, and under the floor, might be noisy, and a pain to service, but I do love the looks of them. Still searching for that needle in a hay stack here in Texas. Great job on that bus guys, absolutely stunning.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

thank you! love the old silversides

[@kevineyster1ify]

Beautiful Job, Beautiful Bus, your work demonstrates your abilities, you guys are top notch and your videos downright honest.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Appreciate that a lot!

[@kevineyster1ify]

Thanks, your videos have made me decide to end pursuing a school bus conversion or scale back greatly but not because there's anything wrong with a school bus, but because it's is much more expensive than I was able to pay, the windows and the fact that to do one right, I at minimum need to remove them and install new paneling, also the comment you made about that they go round about 250k. I am still considering maybe a short bus to do, as the Bus is to live in for my last 4 years of work so I can sock away money for retirement. I am a very handy woodworker, good Auto tech, but have very little expirence in metal fabrication. I have scaled back my plans to a minimalist build in order to accomplish my priority which is putting a majority of my income into some kind of retirement savings plan. I think I get caught up in taking on projects which I consider a challenge or would enjoy the time doing the work and sourcing the materials for the build. You certainly opened my eyes to the thing that should be done to make the Buda quality job. Maybe I can find a buy a bus on the east coast and drive it to your shop and let you begin my journey with a window and door job.

[@6by6by6]

Not sure why this popped up in my feed but I can say I see a lot of Schoolies down the Baja peninsula which I feel is their best use as opposed to over the road travel attempting to coexist in higher end RV parks which are less likely to allow them.

[@seymourrivers6169]

Good work and the proportions, fit and finish are well thought out 🎉

[@rosemarydoran9907]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@jasehammer]

Gotta say Chuck, I luckily fell upon your Page while deep diving Bus Conversions. With respect you've got that perfect Bob Ross/Vila vibe. Subscribed ✅

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Can't tell you what that means to me! Thank you for your viewership

[@ruthfields5413]

Great choice on backdrop. It doesn’t get much better than Red Rocks. Enjoyed your tour as much as the background. 😉

[@michelleellis8201]

WOW. What a fabulous skoolie ❤

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you!

[@WillMenesesHikes]

Wow! Such a great build! Love the old vintage school bus look with the modern amenities. The Sienna seats were an awesome touch... Would've love to see that bus coming down the road to pick me up at my school bus stop many moons ago...😃 😂

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Hahah right on! Thank you!

[@harrisonchevy4452]

Hi Chuck, hope everything is going good with you and your guys. Great video and great presentation. Thanks, huge fan.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you!

[@user-vm5ud4xw6n]

Stunning build! Few things I would prefer but that’s just personal stuff. After having a tow behind with a Dometic A/C that was more than enough to convince me I didn’t care for them. My choice hands down would be a mini split. Definitely going with all electric. I’m researching a wind turbine as back up. The bedroom is awesome but I would prefer the bed more centered to be able to get around it. Maybe it was and I missed it. My apologies if so. Thanks for the tip on the refrigerator. I’m keeping a file of things I see in other builds so I’m not installing stuff I don’t like or doesn’t work like I want. Love the Freightliner model. They are rugged but not so “truck”like in appearance. And I like the way the front tapers down. Oh yeah and I’m definitely adding heated floors to my list. All in all a fabulous build and if he is moving on he must be moving into a palace because you guys totally knocked it out of the park! It’s a bit long for me. At 5’2” that length is a bit intimidating but it is a beauty! I can see why it’s your favorite. If I owned that and had to sell it I would probably cry!! Thanks for sharing!

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thanks for watching! If we had the minisplits then that we do now, I think we would have gone that way, too!

[@user-vm5ud4xw6n]

@@ChuckCassadyYT Didn’t think about them not being available since they were mass produced so long ago. That’s what happens when you take products for granted. You assume they’ve been around and will continue to be around forever! But regardless it’s a fabulous build!

[@pemman]

Great build, good presentation and nice to meet Bob :)

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Bob is the man

[@Dbellerive22605]

Such a beautiful bus and a spectacular build!!! 👏🏻♥️

[@Reality_TV]

Very nice build! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@leannegoode9190]

Love the design! Great space!

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@retiredandroaming]

Absolutely stunning!

[@gracemccoy2874]

Beautiful bus! You're such a good tour guide Charlie! Your passion for what you do is so nice to see. Found you thru Regretlyss.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you!

[@gracemccoy2874]

@@ChuckCassadyYT Has anyone done a rooftop garden in the summer on these buses? Totally just had that idea pop into my head today!??

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

The weight of soil has been a concern of mins for doing that making the bus handle dangerously

[@gracemccoy2874]

@@ChuckCassadyYT ah ok never thought of that!

[@lindamarie6574]

One of the nicest I’ve ever seen!

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you!

[@jlbproductions3627]

I love the scripture on the bus👍

[@candacelemming858]

I think that's the most spectacular bus I've ever seen. If I had the money, I would buy it in a heartbeat. 💰💵😍😊❤️

[@King_TuTT]

love the heavy duty parts.

[@jimross7648]

That bus is an example of quality from top to bottom. If it floated I'd be interested, but unfortunately my travel plans are oceans away.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Hahaha love it. Man a boat is in my future, too

[@bevtrue6937]

Very beautiful build. Great job.

[@markrenfrow9873]

Super nice work.

[@rbnhood39]

Great job on your narration and the bus is really nice.

[@thegreatguru1985]

Hey Chuck did you do Lyss's schoolie. Your shop looks familiar 🤔. If so, we'll done. That's just right for her.really like that shower you guys put in. Rio likes her schoolie as well. If I wasn't getting older and the nation being robbed at the pump,I think I would enjoy that lifestyle. Any way great job on this schoolie. 👍

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you and yes that is a build we did!

[@kellyn7280]

Nice build Chuck, I'd show that dish rack to my wife, but then I'd have to convert a bus around it. Lol

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Hahahah thank you!

[@moniquelgrace1908]

You have a pleasant voice and nice pacing Excellent Contant A definite pleasure

[@Valicyn]

this build looks amazing. I'm curious about the heaters though. Doesn't the condensation build up from propane heat? unless they are vented which they may be. Love the bus though

[@фредерикмиз]

Loved the video!!👍 You guys have a mountain of knowledge thats priceless. Absolutely Beautiful bus😉👍 Loved that bus, eye for detail. Lighting👍

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thanks! 😃

[@happydays241]

You have done really well Charlie, but I thought Alyssa’s bus was the best you have done!!! Only having a lend of you Charlie hahaha. This bus would be ideal if it was in Australia 🇦🇺 and Right hand drive for me and my family. Catch you next time Good Luck with everything.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

Thank you! See you around

[@BrizzieSmith-qo9ol]

Beautiful I wish it was mine Perfect Build

[@RandallsRestRelaxation]

So what was the interior height inside stock from the factory? You mentioned it was one of the highest ones available.

[@mallorymcguire833]

Beautiful bus. One if the problems I see us who is going to work on this if it needs work? It requires a heavy duty mechanic who knows Mercedes diesel. Finding that any place you'd want to camp, isn't going to be easy.

[@nicholasphillips5406]

"Life should be on a dimmer." -Chuck Cassady

[@chrisdecker1443]

Love your work

[@meridethhendry5733]

Beautiful bus conversion!

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

We agree!

[@benjones8977]

I would be careful buying any buses. Diesel is in short supply, as truckers are having a hard time getting it. Not to mention the cost of diesel is increasing! If the bus can be converted to regular gas, it might help. But that’s going up too! If you’re going to park it and use it like at home, then it would be doable.

[@katzcrow640]

Absolutely Beautiful jus Love all your Videos. What an Amazing Conversion Outstanding Thanks for this post 👍🌿❤🌿 from Canada 🇨🇦 You an your Team are the Best...

[@maganalia]

Gosh I love your work. It's beautiful.

[@kaspar_1982]

beautiful and utilitarian bus conversion, taken care of with military level devotion and schedule. adding scripture on the sides and rear almost guarantees you will be left alone even by police, almost, because you can occasionally be cornered into a long conversation with a born again zealot. I am considering selling my late model micro mini trailer for a well done bus conversion to return to the desert this winter, as a former bus driver i've always wanted one however i am under no illusion that owning a bus will be as easy or cost effective as my truck trailer combo.

[@ChuckCassadyYT]

you got the skills to do this and the right mindset! i advise you to follow it!

[@kirkallgayer1643]

One word. WOW 👌 👏