Gorgeous $12k DIY School Bus Conversion - 24ft Tiny House On Wheels

[@TinyHomeTours]

I absolutely loved the ceiling in this build! Like many out there, Justin did a fantastic job of making this skoolie his own. I hope you enjoy the many aspects of skoolie life he shared in this video!

[@his4evr2c]

Thank You

[@joeydelgaudou2681]

Your so lucky u live by yourself alone so u don't have stress

[@joeydelgaudou2681]

🎉do u need a rv schoolie roommate?

[@Philipelekikoo]

@@joeydelgaudou2681 U stress even more all by urself, just so you know

[@lacygray524]

😂😂

[@ohduana6746]

Thank you for being honest about living with your parents and having a job that paid you well in tips. Too many times successful people gaslight readers/watchers and claim they did it "all on their own" and had no help. Not being bogged down by the price of rent and being able to save all your money IS HELP. Also thank you for explaining costs, the not so great side of bus ownership/maintenance and telling us you travel with people to split costs. One of the better ones I've seen. The handicap door, slide and swivel chair, and Jeep view were great ideas. You did great!

[@BroadwayLTDProductions]

Yeah I am getting ready to move into my mom’s house to save money. Rent is insanely expensive everywhere.

[@kareenwilliams5099]

You are the first school bus owners that really speak the truth about the cost to own a school bus. Thank you

[@JerrybutTaller]

The whole build is great, but I liked that he went into what it cost. I also like that he straight up said it isn't cheap to run one of these. Alot of people that own skoolies make it seem like these buses run on hope and universe juice.

[@mariamercedesamalfitekavec5886]

universe juice lmaoo

[@gailmiller6333]

😂😂”hope and universe juice”😂

[@caramelkisses8396]

🤣😆🤣😆😝 @universe juice

[@dianesamp9102]

That was the first person I heard talk about cost to "use" them & how things can break down & needing back up funds for the unexpected. Even if you do solar....great to say what you were going to use it for!!!!

[@imthedarknight-8755]

He got better mpgs than I thought he would though, my truck gets worse

[@rogerwhiting9310]

Good build. No bathroom is a deal breaker for me.

[@kylie3580]

Me too! It always surprises me when people don’t have one! However, it does save space :) His build is gorgeous though as you said :)

[@bbjjbb61]

Me too! I cannot fathom it. Plus I have PPP- Problems Peeing Publicly.

[@zorak6969]

If it’s the bathroom you’re worried about. You’re not suited for this lifestyle

[@rogerwhiting9310]

@@zorak6969 I agree with your assessment of my camping desires. I am 67 and like comfort more than I did years ago. I like the construction and all that better than the road

[@estherstrategicadvisor749]

@@zorak6969 Not true! Many Van Lifers have gorgeous bathrooms and have been SUCCESSFULLY living on the Road for YEARS! It's also a HEALTH issue. If someone is drinking the minimum 8 glasses of water daily & EATING a balanced fibrous foods, that should mean # 1, 4 times/day & # 2, 2 times/day. That's a WHOLE LOTTA HASSLE to rely on public bathrooms😂😂

[@jadarose3370]

Dude built the ultimate party bus! As a mom, I was so impressed that he worked hard for his money & invested it into something that will bring happiness & adventure into his life. And the build itself is downright beautiful. I especially loved the bar & that gorgeous table.🚊💛🌻🥂

[@teebird435]

Love the Lichtenburg Fractal Burned Ceiling i do that for a living notice it instantly

[@itsniyaelise]

The shotgun chair is the full package. 10/10 my favorite thing in the bus. So cool and thought out.

[@pamwitherspoon2089]

I would like to ask questions about the copilot chair? Could we text?

[@0HARE]

I really like this bus. He has done an exceptional job with the design and build. This is, obviously, a mobile party pad, but, even as is, it could be used for so much more. Happy Camping

[@emilye709]

Really appriciate the honest advice about the ongoing cost!

[@KapricornKary]

That ceiling is gorgeous, you'd never know it was plywood!

[@nemo227]

A conversion can be BETTER than a factory RV. We like our 32' Aerbus but there are a few things we would change if we were doing a conversion. However, Rexhall thought things through pretty well when they designed our Aerbus. I love to see good conversions such as this one. The 24' length allows camping in more national & state park campgrounds. VERY VERSATILE. And that water heater arrangement is excellent.

[@rockon5320]

For someone with no experience, you hit a home run my friend. Love the ceiling art and application. Very cool! Good luck and have fun!

[@cindyr4742]

Love, love, love that ceiling!

[@stevenlehmann4432]

Bro, jl woofers, a shotgun seat, and a bar! By far the best conversion I've seen!

[@rv6029]

Very impressed!! Great weekender. Definitely the party bus. He was extremely clever in his work. I hope he can enjoy it for years to come.

[@JohnnyC10071959]

Not for nothing but these are the young people who will be running the world and that gives me a great feeling about the future.

[@myrnaedmisten599]

That ceiling. Just beautiful!

[@lucanolallo1776]

Make no mistake, this is a party bus. Love it and your story. Real nice!

[@melkilgore]

I’m so impressed! What a beautiful space and he is so creative!

[@paulasamuelson2412]

This bus gorgeously done. You decor is popping. Everything about your home is beautiful. Kudos to you young man

[@karilynn3535]

I have watched hundreds of these....the bar on this one sold me.

[@rego1739]

Wicked Nice! Love the ceiling, the shotgun seat idea is badass. Thanks for sharing

[@MotivationGarden]

Dude did a great job. His thought pricess was very intentional. Loved the kitchen design.

[@sandy89107]

Nicely done and I love the couch covers....very "nature" oriented

[@dhcrasher1]

From the start of this tour, I wanted to know about the ceiling...it's awesome ! 😎

[@mirageseekr]

I love your little party bus. I’m considering doing a small bus just so the BF and I can travel some, all our adult children live in different states and it gets expensive to stay in hotels when we visit. Thank you for being honest about expecting repair bills and mileage cost, that’s something a lot of people gloss over. Happy trails!!! Wish I would have had that back in my Greatful Dead touring days!!

[@joanneforrest1830]

I Really like the size of the bus. The shot gun seat is brilliant and with the wheelchair access door open it’s a really nice feature. It looks very spacious and comfy but I would def want the toilet though.

[@leemontoya8028]

WOW!! What a go get-er! I bet his parents are proud of him!! Cool!

[@mark1981]

Ceiling for the win. Love the fractal wood burn. I've seen the technique before, but never on a ceiling or mobile ceiling for that matter. Kudos.

[@blujeans9462]

Oh my!! I've been searching through bus-builds for days just to find one with a passenger seat! Most have an along the window bench seat, but I can imagine the passenger would have a stiff neck in no time. You nailed it!! Gorgeous job!

[@teddyrivas1082]

Nice work Justin! Great to see your style of Schoolie! Good luck on all of your journey's! God Speed!

[@flowergarden1426]

Nice to see an alternative to an expensive ceiling. It gives me an idea of doing one either with maps using Découpage or fabric. Just did some chairs using it and turned out great.

[@Kammitoes]

Ingenious cooking centre. Love your ceiling too. Awesome job. This is the the first School Bus build I've seen that I would like to travel about it. For a 24 footer, you've covered pretty much all the bases. I hope you get many years lots of miles out of it.

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

LOVE that ceiling!! "Liberating" that process for somewhere in my build. THANKS! Be safe out there 🙏

[@mollymorris623]

Love, love, love the ceiling. Amazing! It just brought it all together! Consider a porta potty.

[@ourspace1959]

I love everything. Especially the ceiling

[@memecats5698]

That ceiling is the coolest thing I’ve ever seen and I like the way he’s designed his short Skooly. He’s done a great job.

[@allthingsnu4673]

I get a very homey feeling from just looking at the bus. You did a great job on it!

[@Purple_Haze16]

I love the ceiling. Very pretty.

[@alicekien9527]

Nicely done for someone with no experience. I love the ceiling art works and the shot gun seat idea. Well done 👏

[@jimmijames6294]

This is really impressive build. Dude probably lives a very fun life.

[@CodyBlack45]

I’d be worried about open container laws with all those bottles out in the open depending on where you go. Definitely a beautiful build though.

[@jesstiss222]

I had the same thought! Guess you’ll have to “clean up” (and sober up) before hitting the road!

[@user-bw3fl7fj9w]

@@jesstiss222 that a they're in the hot sun.

[@BronzeBellaBria]

That co captains chair cannot be crash rated. He also said he drives w the wheelchair door open...aren't these people afraid of getting into car accidents?

[@SheriLynNut]

@@BronzeBellaBria I thought that too. My mom spidey sense went in to full gear 🧐

[@thomassteele1728]

Bro, a bus like that, the trooper would look at the speakers, look at the bottles, look at the young man, look at the roof, look at the young man again and sit down asking for a jack and coke lmfao. Dudes got THE SPOT. You'd have to be a monster to step on that kind of classy lmao

[@cmadk3423]

My main complaint with bus conversations is their too dang long and not maneuverable but this bus is the perfect size. Sweet ride man

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

They must be to some extent, b/c most drivers I've seen of these and shuttles are female.

[@halfbee7886]

That cabinet slider is such a good idea! This is perfect!

[@miniskooliewanda]

WOW! Well done!! I love so many aspects of this schoolie but I think the ceiling is my favourite! Unique and gorgeous!

[@zbysiostarczewski9803]

I do like the burn look on the ceiling you have given some good tips .

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

Absolutely love that beautiful and unique ceiling!!❤❤ Your whole build is very creative and well thought out for your intended plans/uses. Safe journeying and adventures with your friends.😊😊

[@wandaparker9340]

You literally can build your own composting toilet! I’ve seen them on tiny home videos. I live in a 34ft Avion Travel Trailer. 272 sq ft. I’ve lived in it full time 5yrs now. Your Scholie is really nice!

[@carolhewett3756]

Your ceiling is definitely the highlight of a fabulous buildout. And you are so young to have such great skills. Happy Travels.

[@alexa7337]

that passenger seat is an amazing idea! I'll probably put that in if I decide to get a skoolie.

[@debradominguez5861]

His schoolie is beautiful

[@createlovehappy]

I love that 2nd seat that slides forward and spins to become a work area. We got our bus from Tony at aaabus and it’s a longer version of this same one

[@kylebrister7608]

Way to go Dustin. I love the way you made the bus with convenience over looks in mind. Yet it looks awesome. Really like the uniqueness of the ceiling.

[@caddyzig]

Very nice! I like how bright everything is inside, and my favorite part is the beautiful ceilings.

[@mjremy2605]

Justin, that is a very creative build. I love the clean look! The sliding passenger seat is pure genius, wow! I would like to add my two cents worth: 1. Don't buy the Nature's Head. Its outrageously priced. Build your own with 'separette' urinal funnel on ebay for $50 and a bucket, computer fan, and cabinet. Plenty of examples on KZbin. Best setup is a composting toilet with a small black tank for urine only (or a laundry jug) and a bucket with a liner that can be changed. Not hard to make yourself. 2. Don't drink too much hard liquor. It rots your liver. Maybe a fresh veggie juice bar? Things I love about your bus: Beautiful dashboard paint job! Looks so modern and new. Love that tiled cooktop cover, and I must copy that tiling in my own RV. Dickenson Marine stove - beautiful stove! Like a work of art on the wall. Too bad they don't make diesel stoves. Good decision on the stove! Most people go for looks and never think about BTU heat. The ceiling is absolutely gorgeous, and so creative. Love the trim over the joints. Fractal burns looks like nature's own designs - lovely! Good advice about setting down requirements for the van selection and build. Right way to do it. Solar panels on the Thule cargo boxes means you can tilt them to catch the sun by lifting the lid - smart! Thanks for the tour! Great build all around.

[@annward4149]

Loved his ceiling.

[@Patriarchyforever]

This young man is brilliant, amazing work!

[@horizon2667]

You had me with the subwoofer, countertop and sealing. Awesome bus broski.

[@debrashepard6770]

Just Awesome, this young man has his act together, very responsible 👍 Love his make over bus 👍

[@nixhixx]

I LOVE that shotgun seat! Exactly what I want!!

[@trishgriffith1866]

You've done very well gorgeous gorgeous ceiling have fun be safe

[@theresahartman7465]

I want the plans for that shotgun seat! That was my pet peeve about skoolies, too!

[@shellbellexx3]

My favorite parts is the ceiling ! It’s perfect and he has sounds and a bar ! Coolest one I’ve seen so far !!

[@eskigupakkal2237]

I hope you roam around the world with that bus.

[@lindahansen9395]

Wow I’m impressed. What a great design and loved your unique ceiling.

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

Thanks, Justin for sharing your creation, It blew me away! It is everything I envision for my own build. Love the wide-open homey feel to it. I wish you safe journeys. Peace.

[@naturallydope247]

This has been my favorite build so far....except for no bathroom or shower. I think I will look into this kind of bus now.

[@memj89]

Love love love the ceiling. You did a great job on it.

[@zombie2012]

Wow. What a great idea for a ceiling. Fantastic build!

[@tmber01]

Love the Lichtenberg burning on the ceiling!

[@josima11]

Best ceiling I have seen. At first glance it reminded me of old maps.

[@TinyHomeTours]

Totally! It does have an old map look to it.🤩

[@rickhiggins6521]

Love the ceiling

[@mayhemice]

That ceiling is DOPE 💯 for sure best part of the build for me.

[@amyblack9251]

The shotgun seat is wonderful!

[@wandaparker9340]

A very nice bus! I love the ceiling!

[@grafja]

Bro you clearly have building skills. Dump the Nature's Head idea and just DIY your own composting toilet. You can build one with all the same functions including extractor fan for well under $100.

[@douglasharley2440]

really nice build!...lol, but definitely reflective of a young man's priorities. xD

[@daisydardar1527]

I love the shotgun seat!

[@chrishaan5766]

Love what you did to the ceiling VERY cool!!!!

[@ericalampley480]

That ceiling! ❤

[@genuismensa]

I love your build. Just realize if you run propane for a long time, it starts to frost the tanks over. If its really cold out, your propane stops flowing. In boy scouts we never took propane anything out past the winter or it probably wouldn't light in 20F degree temps. I love the idea of a nice clean fuel source but it gets sketchy in the winter.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

What about some sort of insulator?

[@bryonmason6330]

Nice job. Like your co-pilot seat.

[@a.r.8987]

You had me @ "I lived with my parents. ".....

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

Nice tiny home on wheels

[@TheDavidVydra]

Love it! Especially the idea of the build as a "reflection of self".

[@terrancemiller8350]

Very nice build, love the ceiling, great creativity.

[@EffieG-ez9tf]

Justin, You did a fantastic job with your bus. Especially love the sliding shotgun seat; could you post the exact type of hardware needed for that setup and where you found it? Also love the dining area in the back; so open and airy with a panoramic view! Very well done. You have a future in an expanding industry of converting buses should you ever need it. Good luck and happy travels.

[@findingnimo4707]

I especially liked the rooftop

[@Victoria-hy4lj]

"Had to make all these straps to keep the kids in place while I drive." 🤣😂 Yes, of course sir, carry on.

[@lrfox49]

You did a really good product purchase and layout, love it..

[@digitaldirk7282]

Yup , very nice young man !

[@stephaniemcbroom9615]

Now that is a nice set up......

[@bajabum7736]

Very nicely built

[@bangerblakejohnson3098]

Love you guys want to live in a van or converted school bus when I'm older with dogs0 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

I think a van and 2 sizable dogs would make me insane. Lol. Very narrow. We're all kinda big.

[@PaulDeatherage]

Brilliant build! Perfect for your type of usage. Great tour and informative.

[@bencuraza6503]

NICE Well Out Process resulting in a Great Looking Conversion. ENJOY the Adventures.🤘

[@rickcoffren3564]

Love the shotgun seat fix!

[@flowergarden1426]

Really nice, I really like the exterior color too.

[@carlapierle8623]

He's got partying covered but where does he store food? LOL! Beautiful though!