How to Raise The Roof - 16" Bus Roof Raise - Conversion Bus Project

[@davidd.c.9545]

Great! 👍👍👍

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Thanks. I need to do an update. So much more has happened since this video was published.

[@davidd.c.9545]

Thank you!! Can't wait for that!!

[@skgerttula]

In all the roof raise vids I've watched, you're the first to mention the battery disconnect. Thank you. I wouldn't have thought about it.

[@MichaelAbramo]

Incredibly detailed and thorough. So thorough in fact that I now understand that I don't have the patience to do this conversion. Looks like I'll be buying a bus with an already tall roof

[@ArtfullyRogue]

It can be a daunting task for sure

[@barryphilrush719]

Nice Job Doug , 👏 , Marlene and I are Glad too see 👀 you guys enjoy working on the Bus . Can't wait until the next Video ! Talk soon Barry !!!!

[@Duvanie]

Thank you for a great DIY video. I hope these same principles will apply to raising the roof on my my Ford WFG35S Chassis, starting not at the front, but just behind the driver's seat area.

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Good luck, it is always exciting and a little nerve wracking to begin the lift until you're able to secure the first few supports

[@beztintentionz8908]

Great job and explanation, thank you! Would love to see more of your skoolie conversion!

[@ArtfullyRogue]

More to come! I recently drove it down to Tucson and hope to be doing more work on it soon

[@phoenix333333333]

Holy jumpin' nevermind! What a fantastic weekend wallowing in your videos!

[@benjacobson8689]

I’m excited to see how you enclosed in the front

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Yeah I need to do an updated video a lot more has been done

[@jacemusgrove3073]

Right on Doug! Best of luck with it and looking forward to seeing more videos from you!

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Thanks Jace

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Doug absolutely amazing job. Looking forward to seeing more videos on this great project my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Weld on. Fab on. Keep making. God bless.

[@ocAToccd]

Nice job! I see that you won the head banging game ;)

[@Duvanie]

I kept thinking that board was going to break in two!

[@ArtfullyRogue]

I held my breath a few times while lifting

[@rogermccaslin5963]

Great project. I hope it all goes according to plan. If it's anything like my projects, there's always a curveball in there somewhere but we just push through and persevere.

[@3doghaus]

Thanks for sharing. How did it turn out?

[@benjacobson8689]

exactly what I have wanted to do with my bus. Thanks so much! Have you done a slider install?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

No I haven't done a slider install however at one point I was thinking about a hydraulic pop-up but ended up going a different direction

[@Everythings_Adjustable]

Interesting stuff! 🛠👍😊

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Thanks 👍

[@robertbragg2380]

Too cool.

[@UltimateAnarchy]

Hey Doug, where is a good place to find a completed raised roof bus that is turnkey and ready to hit the road? I have a pretty healthy budget of $175,000 USD. Thanks.

[@ArtfullyRogue]

The timing of your question is so ironic. My son and I were considering starting a bus conversation business. I've built two for myself over the years and remodeled several for friends. Do you know what kind of bus you want? Gas/diesel? Length? Currently I have access to a few empty buses ready to convert.

[@ArtfullyRogue]

And if it's easier, email me at [e-mail]

[@UltimateAnarchy]

@@ArtfullyRogue Def diesel but we just started learning about them so we're still doing our research. Looking at buying one in the spring. Would like to do a lot of dry camping so something with a substantial solar/lithium setup (3kw+) and large freshwater capacity would be mandatory. We currently have a big 2020 Tiffin so we're used to certain luxuries which would need to be in the bus as well, like a residential 3-door fridge, king bed, large shower, and stackable washer/dryer. The raised roof is also mandatory because I'm a big guy at 6'5'' barefoot and about 245 lbs. I'm the bull in the china shop in most campers.

[@ArtfullyRogue]

@@UltimateAnarchy My first bus was gas and I swore I'd never go back. The bus in the video is diesel. A bit more to repair but last much longer for sure. I totally understand the need for certain luxuries. And the raised roof is a must for me as well, although I'm not as tall as you, I didn't like the sardine in a can feel.

[@nikond90ful1]

Thanks for the video Doug. Interesting project.What is it for? Keep safe and stay well.

[@GibClark]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@haresrepairsllc8776]

Any luck finishing the top? we just bought a 40' and plan to do exactly how you have taught.

[@Atlantismonkey40]

Always wondered how that was done.

[@jasonbecker4974]

Part two coming any time soon?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Well, I'm out of the country right now but when I return in June, I'll probably do an update video. I really didn't do much filming during construction of the interior

[@TomBryan]

Anymore schoolie updates?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Nothing really significant, I'm hoping to get the flooring installed soon but I've been busy moving shop locations so no spare time right now to make much progress on the bus.

[@RobJohnson-u1k]

Where's pt2

[@ArtfullyRogue]

I've been dragging my butt on that video. I'm hoping to get an update out sooner rather than later

[@1187titanium]

Did you get it closed in?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Yes I did and finally started building on the inside. Suppose I need to do an update video soon

[@precisionarc]

Interesting...Is this for a customer?

[@123nooneknows]

trying to find the next video and can't, can you help?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Unfortunately I haven't uploaded it yet. It's on my to do list. Hopefully soon

[@brutally_honest]

that is an amaaaazing bus!! How long is it??

[@ArtfullyRogue]

This one is 25ft long

[@edwardrobinson564]

How Much Do You Charge. To Raise The Roof Of A Bus?

[@ArtfullyRogue]

Hello Edward, cost of raising the roof on a bus is dependent on several conditions. How long is the bus? How tall do you want to lift it? Would you only need the roof raised or would we need to factor in extending all of the electric?

[@TheOutsider69]

For the first time in my life I wish I wasn't 6'6"...

[@davidgathercole6061]

You've a puller bus right? What's the noise like? Can you have a conversation without yelling? I'm planning to buy a bus in future----- that's why I'm asking this!😁

[@ArtfullyRogue]

It is loud but I feel talking is still possible. I find on long trips it gets warm next to the engine, which is great in winter...not so much in the Arizona summer