The Ultimate School Bus Conversion

I bought a 1993 Bluebird School bus for $3500 and converted it into the ultimate rolling hunting camp. This is basically my Tiny House on wheels. I am traveling the country in it to raise awareness and educate people about our public lands. Check out the tour of the bus and follow along for a lot more content coming soon!
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[@elainelipscomb1476]

Absolutely love your awning room. Gives lots more living space 🎉🎉

[@soholtbrothers]

Thank you! Since then I updated it to 10x25’ so it adds even a little more room for activities!

[@LifetheWildRide]

That tent really ads to your living space we may have to consider something like that when our bus is complete. Thanks for sharing.

[@guyh.4553]

Nice and simple. Like it a lot. Very usable, all other conversion shown are made to live full time in. One thought about your CampChef oven/stove, other than they are really great. You modify your countertop to drop/lower the stove to a lower level. That way you're not standing on your tiptoes frying hash browns. Good job!

[@paulpulsifer8400]

We lived for a couple years in a bus like that when I was a kid. Brings back a lot of memories. I need to fix up another one

[@JEANnotJane]

💕

[@michaelbenoit248]

I’m 17 & being that I will graduate this summer of 2021 being that I could tow my 93 idi behind a bus allows me to keep my truck & have plenty of storage for my stuff & have plenty of space to live. I think the bus platform is just better built & can take a little more miles than the traditional rv that has a lifespan of abt 100k.

[@gethushin]

Good work dude. We hope to have the opportunity to spend a few night on public lands and in the bus....or just near it. That would work too 😂 Keep producing content. You are great on camera and have an even better message 👍🏼

[@gethushin]

DONE

[@ronmeier8850]

I say lets do a bad acting porno as well? Maybe Step-Mum helps Step-son learn how to receive head on bus conversion....

[@brentallenrich]

Sweet to hear that it was built in Mt Pleasant Iowa! This is my hometown. Fun fact... every male relative that I have worked at Blue Bird until the day it shut down. I have many good memories of running around that factory! Crazy to think that in the late 80's and early 90's that they would just let kids roam that place during operational hours. It would be awesome if the bus could make it to Iowa at some point!!! KEEP ON KEEPIN ON brother!

[@GTLees]

That is a way cool conversion ya have there! The tent addition is far-out and I'm kinda surprised more people don't use one as well.I dig the fact that you painted it and it looks great. Right on! ..............................PEACE!!

[@PatrickBaptist]

That's a nice build, but you got ripped off on the bus. RVs are built like crap, I've cut up 2 and scrapped em as well as 1 travel trailer, I wouldn't ever have another. IF your LP heater is producing just a blue flame it CAN NOT kill you with CO2, it will burn all the oxygen out of the air and smother you to death factually. I run 2 in my 40' bus and don't open the windows using a O2 monitor. I like the tent setup but man that must be a pain to deal with all that stuff when pulling up stakes and moving.

[@PatrickBaptist]

@@soholtbrothers Hey if your happy that's all that matters hero. Growing up I thought a flat nose bus was the ugliest thing and well I'm sitting in one now LOL. While I don't have to worry about the trans ever giving up, the electronics on it are so expensive I'd buy another of these for doner parts, it's 3k for the push button panel on it, crazy stuff.

[@ishedolewz]

Love the simplicity. The canvas tent addition is boss. Great hunters tent!

[@scottward1002]

Very nice interior layout love the canvas. tent edition….. Small ATV is the icing on the cake😂😂😂😂😂

[@bhaley51]

Love the add on tent

[@titanstudioproductions335]

You should make a quick video on how you pack up the tent and all your gear. That would be cool to watch !!!

[@FallofftheMap]

Yeah, super impressed with the tent idea. I may build something similar but a bit smaller for my travels.

[@jacquelinegabbard9993]

Can’t that tent be done in screen

[@robertjcochran2687]

You need to take the stop sign off and the red and yellow lights they are illegal in some states

[@albertreed966]

Robert J Cochran some states issue permits or require the lights to be covered. No big deal !

[@JuliaCV9]

, the eight ways?

[@MrArik86]

I'm curious how easy/hard is it to set up and put away that tent? Also, where do you store it, roof rack? Love the inside of the skoolie, it's very efficient.

[@soholtbrothers]

It takes a little time to set up if I'm solo, but if there are a couple people it is super fast. poles and tent just go in the back door of the bus and stay there when not in use. That extra space is a game changer though

[@ajones8699]

No proper heating, toilet,sink, not ultimate.....

[@ajones8699]

I was expecting supper fancy...lol

[@moneymagnetelizabeth]

A jones he uses it as a Camper and explained why there was no need.

[@jeandesalines8169]

A jones u are on pizoint bruh . Some real. buhshit

[@briant8848]

No grey or black water to deal with, this is what I'm planning on doing.

[@joenels4356]

Don't ever shit in an rv

[@lennym1273]

Good? yea But not Ultimate. Seen better sorry...

[@ORflycaster]

Just found your channel and immediately subscribed. Not many schoolie owners are hunters, and I’m glad that you’re showing the world an alternative point of view.

[@hashslingingslasher4215]

1:11 “How big are the tires?” “About this big”

[@letsgobrandon136]

I'm impressed with the add on tent idea. That'd even be a great idea for vanners who need more space without having to get a bigger vehicle

[@soholtbrothers]

It’s a game changer for sure!

[@jen4him72]

Great job on your skoolie conversion. I would suggest, however, that you do consider utilizing the space you originally planned for the bathroom for that very reason. Why? First of all, how/where do you shower? Even in the forest, hygiene is important. And unless you are camped near a waterfall or a pond/lake, the forest doesn't provide you with a shower or bath. Secondly, do you ever get female guests? They'd appreciate a warm, comfortable place to use the facilities if it's snowing and blowing outside. And what if you find the woman of your dreams? Wouldn't you want her to be comfortable on your bus, too? Good luck!

[@1genevieve2]

@Jennifer Hunt - Apparently you've never heard of the "sponge-bath"? You use a good sized basin,small tub or 5 gal.bucket,etc., and bathed in that manner. Then "new" hot/warm water was/is prepped and you could wash your hair (or vice versa - hair first," new" or clean water prepped and you had your sponge bath). We couldn't use a LOT of soap because we never would have gotten all the soap off our bodies! I'm an "old broad" (68) and come from very humble beginnings. I remember,back in the day,when your *weekly* bath was usually on a Friday or Saturday night - in a metal washtub! A bubble bath was a luxury only the more fortunate people could afford (those who had more $$), However,we did have pretty good bars of soap and manage to make our own bubbles (lol)! Usually,the youngest bathed first, then the father and last, but certainly least, mom was finally able to have her bath! In some cases,the father bathed,then the mom and last the child/ren! The tub was set-up behind the old wood stove and 2 or 3 sheets (or blankets) were strategically hung so the bather had privacy. If you were very busy working outside or inside cleaning,etc.(mom's "jobs" back then)...sweaty & dirty, you could/would have a sponge-bath before bed - so your bedding didn't become soiled too soon. I'm sure if this guy finds the "love-of-his-life", he will soon ready the space for a fully functioning composting toilet and a fully functioning shower stall!

[@Scarbs1890]

Do you need a CDL to drive this bus?

[@MrFredsAdventures]

How does it handle off-road?

[@kevinkelly6454]

I love the awning idea, so much extra room to party!

[@soholtbrothers]

Absolutely! It's a game changer!

[@pfcthomasblackhawk1100]

They let you keep the Stop 🛑 on the side of the 🚌 bus?

[@pfcthomasblackhawk1100]

Sam Soholt Government agencies, department of motor vehicle. (needless to say it’s a long list.) You get the Point

[@MrKtm536]

Awesome video ! I have been seeing a few of cool photos of the bus I'm happy to see a full tour ! Thank you for sharing and keep spreading the WORD. also thanks for a lot of good ideas !

[@10esseeTony]

Screw the slide-outs, or a 42 ft Skoolie, just bring along a huge external, yet enclosed, living space....you sir, are brilliant!!!

[@bearium91]

That awning must make for a good possible mud room/entryway when it's nasty & wet weather outside.

[@leojoshua21]

Brother that bus is incredible. I love everything about it. Keep living the dream my friend.

[@mckennaely4738]

My boyfriend and I just got a bus and it is the same with ours and the back deadbolt and we tried to start it the 4th day we had it after locking it up and it wouldn't start, we almost lost our shit because we were so scared we bought a bus that wouldn't start after it had run perfectly before. turns out it was just the freaking deadbolt

[@KingTesticus]

kinda needs a shower, but otherwise, very cool :-)

[@maxthereof]

I can't stand bus builds where the rear door is blocked (which is the whole point of choosing a bus for the openness flow of the back door) and the damn bed is so high you can't even doggy style....LAME. What a waste of a mobile apartment. All for the a rear junk "garage" in the back. Just install aluminum storage boxes underneath. You have ridiculous space there just wasted.

[@deangrande7207]

Want to buy a school bus for conversion , but not interested in a diesel . What do you think about a GM engine gas 6.0. 366

[@soholtbrothers]

How big is the bus?

[@deangrande7207]

@@soholtbrothers full size bus

[@deangrande7207]

Going to be weekend trips and occasional long trip , fyi not a permanent home

[@deangrande7207]

My dad says this engine been around a long time , proven truck engine .

[@soholtbrothers]

@@deangrande7207 Should work great for you then!

[@UncoolDean]

Well done with the conversion!

[@shawnnonya3430]

shut up dean lol :)

[@Itsbigzev]

It’s not the ultimate it ain’t even got a sink

[@Itsbigzev]

K

[@nojnoj3069]

That would be a real shame if you were to snuff it because of carbon monoxide poisoning. You've made yourself and your friends a lovely "man cave" of a "schoolie"......I wish you many many memories and year's of fun in your awesome "man cave schoolie".

[@billhamilton2366]

Much to primitive for my liking. No shower, no sink, no running water, barely the ability to cook,You would have been way better off to have installed a small wood burning stove. Fuel from anywhere free...Yes live like a savage.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

Hopefully I'm buying a bus to live in soon. I was already thinking about an awning for more shade and outside space. This video has helpful ideas.

[@ArthurBrinkman-c5z]

Every Schoolie conversion video is titled the Ultimate , Most Fantastic, Best or Most Beautiful bus conversion ever. Most don't live up to the title!

[@natesnacks7829]

Love the awning. I'm shamelessly taking that idea.

[@luisv8413]

Amazing bus! looking for more bus ideas to carry more people. less gimmicks and fits more people. I cant live without a bathroom inside for longer trips. Overall one of the better builds on here for what I need.

[@bernedettekuteyi3843]

I do not like Campers, I just love RV, Skoolies, Buses and Ambulances.

[@richardhudak685]

BAD TO THE BONE LOVE THE ADD A ROOM N FIRE PLACE ✌✌✌

[@ROTAXD]

Not a bad build. Nice & simple. I’d like to do one as a toyhauler. Modifying the rear into a dropdown door/ramp would not be all that difficult. What worries me is the roof line where it meets the walls may have to be modified so the cage/roof of our sxs fits.

[@gregh1579]

If your ever in north Texas area I'd love to show you mine. Very similar but I added plumbing. I'd even let you hunt some hogs if no other seasons are open. Heck your a bus brother so I'd let you shoot a nice whitetail too.

[@travispreciado2417]

So bad ass man! Thank you for sharing and inspiring others! Keep it up !

[@TheMitchbassman]

A jones, it has a woodstove.. or do you not know wood puts out heat. When you BURN it? And jugs of water are all you need for water.. Sorry Snowflake it was not up to your standards.

[@epheinz]

Nice. Pretty sweet setup Sam. I have enjoyed following you on facebook! Keep up the good work.

[@Mr.Voysey]

Wow, you must be really skilled to kill a motionless turkey with a fucking sniper compound bow, good job

[@brownbunny2513]

Who are the 12 people not liking this video, Really !!! Why hate?. I also love the "extended area", both smart and kool. Yes "Skoolies"are killer. 😊

[@ronmeier8850]

I agree just not this one

[@FallofftheMap]

Vegans probably, hating on the fact that he hunts. What's with the liberal hate? Russian troll bot perhaps?

[@elijahherman]

I'm surprised he doesn't have an electric fridge, or did I miss it? He said the yheti cooler was his main fridge...

[@RamiAzzedine]

Do you Need CDL Lnc

[@soholtbrothers]

It is registered as a RV so no, you do not need a CDL

[@ronsmith6662]

Having a clear vision of your purpose gave you a great build. The canvas add on was brilliant!

[@billblow476]

Hi I've been wanting to know if the bust size you got do you have to have a CDL license to drive it?

[@0xsuperman]

The bus can accommodate many people with enough beds, but where do they sit while you are driving?

[@saturn9180]

Bus is the way to go they're cool they're bulky I think they're badass personally

[@blownt]

NICE. Around here you can not have Stop arms on a bus that is not a school bus anymore.

[@bryantmatthews93]

i cant wait to get started a school bus is allot more safer than a rv because its all metal

[@nellietrapp9084]

Definitely not the ultimate!

[@yeahthatshouldwork]

Awesome build....has everything you wanted in it! I like the add-on tent. I might steal that idea for my 20'travel trailer. Happy hunting and keep your powder dry.

[@wyldfantasies]

Sick bus, love that tent canopy!

[@joemoreno1409]

If you don't mind the question. How are you able to pay for gas amd essentials?

[@Lucaspc99]

The song man. Haha, chocoTaco's Outro! Nice videos btw.

[@oumsaffiyaalbelgikiya6054]

boys and their toys haha. no woman was near that bus during or after the build. but wow practical!

[@henrycruz45cal]

VERY rough, not saying it isn't cool but "ultimate" it isnt. Enjoy

[@conniejones6697]

How you wash your hands

[@soholtbrothers]

Is that a question? Or are you sending instructions on how to wash your hands?

[@kimrose3649]

Yep this is my plan ! I'm saving my bus money ..Thanks for bushome tour I loved it

[@williamblakeley3744]

For sure much cooler than a camper ..Awsome job.👍👍

[@gabrielgarcia437]

Love and admire the lifestyle and the bus brother.. Keep it up 💪 may the road rise up to meet you and may the wind be always at your back!

[@wildfiveoutdoors3892]

This is so great! You've done an awesome job on the conversion! Have to say...we are a little jealous! Can't wait for more videos!

[@JakeNBake0021]

Never thought of adding a vestibule/ tent add-on, very unique. Gunna have to build one of these bad boys some day!

[@4000marcdman]

I havent seen anyone with the awning room like that. Very good idea.

[@freeinFL]

Would you be interested in selling that composting toilet?

[@jamesjanice5344]

Thanks for some ideas as I'm getting a bus in a few weeks. thank you bud.

[@JayLeonUA]

How did you install the hitch mount and which hitch did you get?

[@larryschmitz4281]

Sweet looking portable hunting camp!!!!!!!!!

[@bradwest7230]

Nice paint job!! Now the bus just needs a name.

[@markstanton2362]

So that's what Aaron Rodgers does in the off season...

[@mrlariata9290]

Awsome bus and set up. Thanks for sharing

[@jwestfalldavis3574]

You cook and have guests over and never wash your hands or shower?

[@eric.j778]

arent you supposed to remove the stop sign on the side?

[@danstrausbaugh6430]

That is an excellent way to expand your living experience ... you should market that ... What you left out is where all that is stored while traveling...do you use the trailer for that ? Tell us about the stove too ... one other thing is there a way to have a window in that outdoor room..

[@danstrausbaugh6430]

All you would need to do for a windows is custom sew them into the tarp and another piece of fabric that has Velcro to cover over windows ... I’m thinking that you market this and sell it ... You probably would make so much money you would not need to worry about diesel fuel, food , ammo or anything else ever... it’s an ingenious way of expanding living space and you should market it ... 👍

[@benozzy003]

in my state you have to remove the stop signin order to drive it

[@gracecookie4604]

I love the tent great ideal and the paint job

[@barbarachestler8744]

Where did you get the tent? Did you have it custom built?

[@micahreinke4870]

Awesome! Definitely should get lots of attention!

[@kiphigdon3247]

where can a guy buy a bus like that for that price

[@WastedHoursProject]

Don't you legally have to remove the stop sign?

[@MrFredsAdventures]

How long does it take to put up the tent? Is it a one-man job?

[@MichaelMarko]

Great build!! Love the tent idea.

[@ozarkhillsrt9610]

Would it pull a car trailer with a heavy car on it?

[@jan3211200]

Not ultimate its more a hunting shack on wheels

[@MrHandoverfist]

tuft and needle is actually a subsidiary of Serta

[@onniali3945]

You are too cute. Good job.

[@TheSweettooth95]

The add on tent Is the only cool part of this bus!

[@dabears2565]

How is this ultimate he has no sink no shower...

[@chloerogers5419]

If I get a school bus can you help me fix it up?

[@ritabroils6190]

Interesting setup.

[@lizhsu9048]

wow

[@lizhsu9048]

Wow!!

[@msd1378]

the law states that u need to remove the stop sign

[@sbb6779]

Great setup. That add-on tent is awesome.

[@JCavLP]

Wait this guy hunts with a fucking bow?