It's Time To Install The Countertops In The Bus Conversion

Installing the countertops in Ivan my newest school bus conversion. The counter top install in this school bus did not go as planned but I really am happy with the final result. Make sure to check out the entire bus series and catch up on the entire build!
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[@OIII-IOOO]

Rachel is always such a ray of sunshine

[@pamelaraney4654]

You’re running the best build on KZbin. It’s a pleasure watching you

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hi Michael and Rachel ( We all Love her to pieces just like Mike ) Great to see the bus becoming a home

[@justinlucero6652]

Ivan is a happy shortbus 🚌🚐

[@larryl4881]

Love the color of the countertop, great contrast with the wood

[@RandoCommando]

Your craftsmanship and quality of work is above par. I had to comment such. The bus is looking great.

[@navigationnowhere]

Thanks for reaching out. I appreciate the support.

[@elisabethe8055]

It is starting to look a whole lot like a Scandinavian interior! As a Scandinavian, i feel quite at home! 😄 Beautiful clean lines, no clutter and no fuss, just simple lines.. And the countertop looks awesome! Like it! 🤗

[@peteasmr2952]

I agree, I love Scandinavian design.

[@jkabholat]

I like the contrast on the counter

[@justme5694]

Rachel. Glad to see you run your vehicle in the winter. My husband actually thought that the mud from our dirt road kept the vehicle from rusting!!!! Yeah - he's a guy!!!!

[@justme5694]

Opps meant wash your vehicle not run. Damn tablet!!!

[@justme5694]

And damn spell check and auto correct!!!

[@garypollock1949]

If you ever need to do something like that again, forget the 45's. They rarely work out. When you get your countertop, order an extra piece of the laminate. Cut your countertop so it is flush with the area that drops off. Contact cement the laminate from the bottom to overlap and cover the end grain of the cut piece. Then cut the bottom counter and put it in place. You with get the perfect effect your are looking for. I did this many times when doing cabinet and doors.

[@cosc137]

Countertop looks great and the 45 degree mitered waterfall idea is nice, but you lose countertop space on the front cabinet equivalent to the thickness of the countertop. Instead, how about some sort of easy to clean backsplash/laminant on the waterfall? Maybe something that incorporates artwork representing "Navigation Nowhere", "Ivan", or something in that line? I'm excited for the next vid :-)

[@Eric-pg4tn]

when cutting with a circular saw, I always cut my piece with the show side down, and on a table saw show side up, it will help with the issue that your having

[@Veysi_Simekli.]

Very good

[@Badgeweefixstuff]

Very nice job. Michael OIL THAT 🤬 DOOR Thank you love you 🛠️🇨🇦🛠️🇨🇦

[@justinlucero6652]

Welcome back 🏠 home

[@forestanderson3267]

Just got my1979 chevy 20 passager bus getting alot of ideas from you Got older bus because of simple to work on and build also small bus easy to drive and it is just me and the dog I also have all the appliances

[@tyggy3]

Ivan is gonna be a very handsome home! Beautiful work You!

[@navigationnowhere]

Thanks Bobbie. Appreciate the support.

[@rekowall]

The kitchen looks so good!

[@VeryGerryNYC]

Your hard work and attitude are very riveting!!! As a follower of your journey, I’m thrilled and excited for you 🤟🏼💜

[@SteampunkSteve]

Great looking kitchen. I'm sure you know that those blue drywall squares are a 1/16" off over the length. No big deal with drywall but can make a big difference with wood

[@scottfaulds2645]

Great job guys Yes u guys are very shining

[@tommypersall2939]

where did Dalton learn so much about cabinetry?

[@carmenmoyet1222]

Looking good ....

[@laruedouglas7972]

Looking awesome.

[@justme5694]

Mike. How much does a sheet of cabinet grade plywood costing you these days???

[@davidmoore9945]

Seeing your videos pop up are the highlight

[@davidmoore9945]

Of my week!

[@jwestfalldavis3574]

I really like the countertop. Did I miss it in the products???

[@ATLJonathanH]

Dalton is so fantastic, Luc who!

[@LeaveHerWild]

Just one of those days lol It’s looking good guys!

[@Freetalkfm]

Use table saw on 45° maybe next time ?

[@murray1759]

JESUS WAS A CARPENTAR. This guy has such a kind and gentle spirit...so encouraging to see...same with his sister

[@dennisyoung4496]

Really looking nice. Can't wait to see it all finished.

[@nondisgioldasis1477]

i might be able to come to you but i Would need directions to get to you hope to hear from you soon

[@freqenc]

Hope the drawers still open after you lay down the flooring. ; )

[@anneparisi5677]

So glad I’ve stumbled on this channel. Great content love this bus idea. Your work is unbelievable. Kitchen looks great. 👍👍👍

[@lovek2us]

Hey Mike. Good to see you back working on your kitchen. I have a couple of questions. Have you ever seen a corrugated tin floor on a bus? When I pulled up the plywood, I was surprised to see this metal floor. I was going to use foam board for insulation, but the foam will actually be laying on the "hills" of the metal and I will have open "valleys". Is that a problem? Should I use the spray can foam and lay a bead in the valleys before laying the foam board? I have been asking these questions in a couple different places on social media, google, and I haven't gotten an answer. Maybe there's nothing to say about it. I would appreciate your help with this. Thanks and stay safe

[@FailureIsaChoiceTeresaPrichard]

You never cease to impress🤗

[@shane6242]

Nice looking cabinets and counter Mike!

[@justme5694]

What handles/pulls will you be using on those drawers and cabinets???

[@justme5694]

Put the sink front on hinges and install a short container so that you can use it for sponges or utensils. Just make that space useful!!!

[@Scorpiomary]

Love the counter top 💚

[@karenkoontz4248]

I'm glad you're back at it!

[@larrykelly2838]

Looks very professional.

[@dgknapp]

Cut laminate on the unfinished side.

[@KennethRathbunJr]

Did Rachel ever choose a name for the Jeep?

[@a04mar]

Do they not sale the laminate top to where you can do the short angle with plywood and just add the laminate on top. That way you can do the precise angles the way you need to.

[@UnKnown-zy1km]

Omgoodness Im starting to get very impatient lol... I just want to see it done already because I know its going to look fantastic.😁 So get it done already kick this baby in high gear lol...😉 Its really coming together and looking good its getting so close to being done. I can't wait to see it all done I know it will be beautiful. I just notice Im no longer a subscribed to you. I had to change my accounts a few months ago and I must not have subscribed after changing to my new account. Im Sorry about that, I am now a subscriber... ❤👍👍👏👏

[@lorrainedeveau7706]

Great looking kitchen!

[@FloridaHomesteading]

Wow!! Getting there! Love the choice of counter top 👍❤️

[@chwilhogyn]

Why doesn't Mike have 10x to 20x more Sub's he has compared to others!! TIDY! 👌 I love Rachel 💜

[@TheDawnofVanlife]

I love watching this take shape. I learn so much about valuing the process from your videos.

[@TnTnO4]

It’s coming together. Looking great. Come up to maine and lend me a hand with my build

[@StevenNorth-1]

Should I use 1/2 in or 3/4 in birch for making cabinets?

[@gaileenfrost4588]

Those countertops are looking fantastic

[@altaniyabrown8623]

This looks amazing

[@samcooper3999]

YAY you!! You never disappoint!!! Glad you made it home ok. Good to see you are staring to get your “crew” back. As always good to see Rachel and Dalton helping out.

[@mariannawusstig1048]

You got a ghost in the background lol

[@mikedicecco5812]

Coming along nicely. You do good work 👍

[@rodneyprimm5984]

Great job ! Thanks for sharing !

[@lorischneider2832]

It looks great. I wish I could get your input on my rig.

[@guy4462]

That's right, that's one thing you don't get in Florida... beautiful mountains!

[@mustacheonthemove4270]

great video !! can't wait to see what's next!!

[@caddyzig]

Glad to know you’re human and make mistakes every once in a while. Your work always looks SO good. Great job!

[@nicholesraven]

@navigationnowhere hey Mike! I'm in Oneonta, NY! Where are you guys at?

[@OldSkoolieSimple]

Great Video, Mike. Hi Rachel!

[@lauratibbles6598]

Well it looks great to me I love the color you picked it’s going to be great l like the 90 degree cut, I never had any luck wit 45 degree cuts but is really looking great

[@theadventuresofsaltyjrover]

I start the morning with your videos and really enjoy your builds thanks for working so hard

[@a-aron1550]

Great work! Where did you get the counter top?

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That’s froogin’ nuts!

[@LouisWing]

Love seeing this progress forward. Part of me wishes I could be there to lend a hand and contribute to the build. Keep up the great work and the attention to detail.

[@bmeier06]

Looking great!! Can’t wait to see the end result.

[@davidohara7669]

What is 'edge banding'?

[@stevekish4611]

Did Rachel ever pick a name for her Jeep?

[@charlesbrunner258]

Next time try to sand the angle

[@87xfute]

Hi Michael can you tell me the exterior colour name of Navi and your new bus please. Thanks mate. Seeya Rob

[@Wastetimechasingir1S]

Unfortunate about that 45 angle :/ all works out though :)! Wanted to say I appreciate all the time effort into the videos. Just sourced some live edge black walnut for my counter 🥳 what tankless water heater are you going to go with? I personally need one that isn’t too bulky and would be considered “indoor” to be able to vent proper and not ya know 💀

[@CharlieandMeOurCampingVlog]

greetings from Irelans well done guys it all looks great

[@justinlucero6652]

Navi and ivan misses you already lol

[@NWEDC]

Solid work!

[@jeffg9617]

Hey bud, just curious what your supplies cost to do your bus start to finish

[@toddjohnston4788]

Welcome home!

[@teraleidavis5637]

Hi I was just wondering, you said that your putting in a wood stove for heat, where is the stove pipe going to go?

[@mrosenblatt]

Not going to lie, I'm so happy that I'm not the only one that makes mistakes like that haha

[@nondisgioldasis1477]

hello Mike do you think you can help me build my 25 foot school bus next year sometime in Canada?

[@nw7696]

😊👍🏻

[@Gantzz321]

plywood doors are a huge no-no, they will twist on you. It is great for building cabinets, but not for doors. Panel doors are what you needed.

[@TripleXclown]

"It's only an hour Drive.." In Los Angeles speak.. An hour away can be five to eight miles away..

[@navigationnowhere]

I know right 😂 sorry you have the traffic.

[@TripleXclown]

@@navigationnowhere it's fine.. Soon I hope to get a bus.. and put everything I've learned from you and others into practice..

[@jaypeople7210]

Dale and the slacker bus is really slacking

[@isaiahbangura4421]

I'm earlier than usual. Gorgeous kitchen.

[@andreawisner7358]

Yeah, the waterfall edge is overrated anyway.

[@zalleywaalley8227]

I just put money down on a bus, it’s not a Full length, but it does have four floors lol. To start a plan to just do an IKEA build. And then I will add the custom stuff as I am living in it.

[@jeanbuckley5917]

How can I get u to work on my bus? I’m in nj

[@hapwasner8021]

SUT A BACKSPLASH FOR THE BATHROOM WALL IT WILL GIVE YOU A LITTLE MORE WOOD FOR YOUR 45, OR HAVE A LOCAL CABINET SHOP CUT IT.

[@NoProGoPronto]

Please tell me this bus is absolutely finally complete and the videos are just backlogged?? 😉

[@ckburn10]

Did Rachel ever name her car?

[@samcooper3999]

I was wondering the same thing. If she did I haven’t heard

[@navigationnowhere]

She did not. I ask her all the time 😂

[@robertmuckle2985]

Dude...you need to cut arborite CTs upside down or it fractures! It's not your blade!

[@Warcity777]

13 years of installing kitchens you should have put the upright piece first then the large portion over the top as a over hang then put piece 3 in last.

[@zalleywaalley8227]

No that was 2.8 seconds, that is not acceptable LOL

[@redpandabus-adventuresinlife]

Only a hour drive she says.... hahahaha. Just like here in Saskatchewan Canada.