You Won't Believe This Self Built Shuttle Bus

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Mike & his furry co-pilot live full time in this beautiful, one-of-a-kind skoolie. After Covid gave him the ability to work remotely, he found himself in a new city struggling with his mental health. To try something new, he decided to give nomadic living a try in his Jeep Grand Cherokee. Shortly after, Mike decided that life on the road was something he wanted to continue to pursue. He converted this bus with the help of his friend Steve & it turned out to be the dreamiest home on wheels! Living in the bus has allowed Mike to form a community while traveling across the U.S as he trains for Iron Man.
His skoolie features a large kitchen with massive counter tops, a deep sink, & a huge skylight that allows tons of natural light to shine in throughout the day. In addition to a beautiful kitchen, there is a fixed dinette that has multiple features including storage underneath & the ability to transform into an extra bed. As you move through the bus, you will also find a shower, a bed, & a large closet. This rig is not only beautiful, but comes packed with everything you could ever need.
Shot & Edited by: / sagetraveling
00:00 Introduction
00:29 Shuttle Bus Kitchen
02:11 Working on the Road
04:08 Dinette Turns Extra Bed
05:18 Why Buslife
06:32 Shuttle Bus Closet
07:26 Shuttle Bus Shower
08:52 Shuttle Bus Bedroom
09:52 Shuttle Bus Dog Area
10:03 Shuttle Bus Storage
10:37 Shuttle Bus Driver/Cab Area
12:51 Buslife Advice
13:56 Shuttle Bus Front Door
15:05 Shuttle Bus Exterior
18:24 Shuttle Bus Rooftop Deck
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[@jackiemiiers9845]

Your opening line about being in a place with no friends or family, was so helpful, because if your single, often that is just the way it is. I have preached for many years for couples to embrace being a covering for us singles. It is compassion and it makes a difference.

[@freeinFL]

I have a converted shuttle bus also. I love it sooo much and enjoy seeing others’ buses. Yours is gorgeous. Good job. It’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoy it and how fulfilling it is! Hope to see you on the road!

[@1badhaircut]

No friends or family …. but we have our buses. My goal is to get another one. Or ten. And become a “Vanlord” in a beautiful location.

[@erikamassey3582]

I’m 61, I’m looking at this wishing desperately that I had done this at his age, what an adventure. When he is 61 sitting on his porch the grin on his face remembering this will be just magical! Great life, great attitude, well done!

[@tamarajans]

I love both of these comments. ❤❤

[@jordangaddis]

never to late to chase your dreams

[@anartistlife3887]

@erikamassey3582 I'm 60, I'm looking at this and thinking I can't wait to start my shuttle bus build and hit the road on an artist adventure! I have many friends I've made on the road our age and much much older. It's never to late to follow your dreams...I'm learning that when you take a leap of faith, well that's when the magic happens.

[@lynnwilliams7875]

You still can. I got my first van & converted it when I was 60. I’ve seen all but 13 states, Hawaii included. If you have the will, you’ll make the way!

[@susanrolison5919]

Your bus is great, but I kept focusing on the love you have for Bailey ❤ There is nothing like the love between a dog and it’s owner ❤ safe travels

[@7Jennifer]

Such a cozy and comfy looking bus and I love how much he obviously loves Bailey so much! She's so floofy and beautiful! I'm drooling over their current location!

[@cjhoward409]

I think she’s hot 🥵 She would enjoy traveling up north in the snow much better. I have a Husky. She’s miserable in the summer, even in the ac

[@jansmith3158]

One of my favorite bus builds. Fantastic interior design & use of color/art work. Happy trails to you and Baily!! 🚐🐾🦴🇲🇽🌮🫔

[@lizgillies2691]

I absolutely love your bus it look's so homely. I'm sooo happy a d fills my heart with the true love and bond you have with your furbaby best loyal unconditional loving Bailey he is absolutely gorgeous and I?wishh you both all the very best and lot's of fun and laughter and dream's ❤💙🐾🐾🐾God bless you both 🙏 and safe travels x

[@vanofgold1029]

What a wonderful philosophy for such a young man, thank you for sharing your lovely home.🙌🏾

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

Stunning build! And the picture at the end of you and your fur baby speaks volumes! ❤ I am so inspired, Thank You. Much Love and Respect. Peace

[@wendykipple2385]

You have a "sweet" home on wheels!❤️ I enjoyed hearing about your journey you are on.😊

[@justwannasay5454]

This was SO GOOD. What a sweet dog. She watched you the entire time with a smile on her face.

[@SABOREAME68]

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great work guys. The tiny home bus, exudes an understated sophistication & elegance without sacrificing comfort or function. Furthermore, your views from the bus are incredible.

[@mfilitti]

You're the man Steve! You both did an awesome job! Bailey is such a beautiful pup.

[@toddaron]

Great colors! Motor bike... that's one thing that's missing on so many builds. Not just making quick runs here and there, but FUN making quick runs.

[@ofearthseasky]

Amazing build! Love the color scheme. He seems like a really cool guy.

[@Violet-jp7cd]

He makes me so proud to know thier are gd normal happy ppl in our world mixing it up and living with toe in normal world he seems at peace his mother did gd job x

[@virginiabarber7999]

Beautiful build! Good luck with your training. So great to see a glimpse into a life with purpose.

[@Lynnda86]

It's beautiful!! Good for you! I've been trying to talk my (workaholic) hubby into nomad/bus life. He's totally against it 💔 😢 We've been together 32+ years. He's 14 years my senior. I think he's going to work til he drops. Praying one day he'll come around 🙏🏻 ❤️

[@cjhoward409]

We had friends who never had kids and he was a “handyman” kind of guy in his work. But they struggled to keep up with their mortgage and bills. My hubby and I suggested they sell it all and hit the road. They weren’t interested. Even though they had a small camper and liked to go camping, I just figured doing it full time and less stress because of no mortgage would be pretty awesome. My hubby is retiring in 2 years and this is what we plan on doing. We’ll keep our house and property though. We have 2 adult sons who live here. One has his own tiny house and the other loves the freedom of not spending his whole paycheck on rent somewhere. And we love having them here 😊

[@jimritter6861]

That's a disturbing comment. You talk about how hard he works but say nothing about how much you work, or if you EVEN work. Hmmm, could that be why he is working so much. Curiously disturbing.

[@vonheise]

Thought, based on another bus I have seen... add more solar, hinged from the deck to hang down when on the road, and to make shade and rain cover over your outdoor kitchen when raised up. It will likely only produce when stationary and up, but it will not take up any space and keep your batteries topped off better.

[@suzannecranford6819]

Gorgeous build and wonderful home! I love how Bailey watched and paid attention to you as you have the tour and told your story. I have a Siberian Husky mix, named Wally. I'm in awe of this breed and how smart they are. Happy trails! Thanks for a great tour!

[@saratemp790]

I like the double fridge. I think more people should have that.

[@joanfraser6500]

Love your build. You two guys did an awesome job. I wish you much happiness and safe travels. 😊

[@mbhistorian7309]

Beautiful build!!! I thoroughly enjoyed your video! Give Bailey a MWAH for me.... Safe travels!!!

[@kim.aka.kimomu]

i like what he said at the end of the inside tour a lot!

[@katzcrow640]

He sure is an Excellent Spokesman... He should do Utube on Positive Living Life. Way to Go on your Build its a Beauty...🌿👍❤️👍🌿

[@margaretb2269]

Great layout and great steps to mental health.👍

[@indiramichaelahealey5156]

Very nice build. Love it.

[@annkleindl3561]

I think this is my favirite bus Ive seen! Great job.

[@BlondieSL]

What I got from this, is that this young man GETS IT! He really gets that LIFE IS SHORT and that we all must do our own thing and enjoy OUR LIVES and ignore the ID10TS with their negative judgements. And to the people who thing people like this man are crazy.... just one word to y'all! *MIRROR!*

[@cre8myreality216]

I appreciate his advice regarding quite the noise and it being your life. I've been back and forth but feel a little more confident. Beautiful Beautiful build also. Peace and Blessings and safe travels 💚🌎💚

[@MegaEliuth]

I love your video so much there I watch it 3 times God bless you

[@lisasantak3632]

Delaware here, Uncle/Aunt live in West Chester & Aunt/Uncle in Paoli. Spent alot of time visiting their homes & still do now. Nice build, can a husky be shaven if you want to stay in very warm climates...

[@pakkycs1]

I’m moving in my trailer this coming Sunday, so excited and nervous.. This is a great inspiration, your home is very nice, I love the setup, the design and decoration you put in 👍👍👍

[@TinyHomeTours]

That's so exciting! Congrats on going tiny! Hope to see you down the road someday! 🤗

[@elainelipscomb1476]

Wonderful layout. Enjoy and stay safe🎉

[@michaelwalters7110]

Very informative video. Thanks for sharing and for pointing out the things people should think about while deciding whether this is the type of life the want to live. Currently in the design phase of my own bus. Shower has been my biggest hangup so thanks for the tour. Reopened my creative network in the brain and gave me plenty of inspiration. God Bless you and your Fuzzy friend out there on the roads. Be safe, have fun and "Chase what makes you feel free". (Love that)

[@theroadnottakenbus]

We love Mike’s build soooo much! Great Tour🙌🙌🙌

[@leleharris7955]

Congratulations & enjoy. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jayrpyne7067]

Nice build and great philosophy. Enjoyed your story. Thanks for sharing. Namaste.

[@TinyHomeTours]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@EffieG-ez9tf]

Hey, very nice bus design. Love the shade of Country Blue on your cupboards and elsewhere. My most favorite part is the double sunroof over the kitchen. Absolutely necessary, IMO. Natural sunlight can be inspirational. I do worry about the ceiling over the shower, tho: you can see the insulation (?) peeking out by the edge near the outer wall. Will water getting in there cause mold, eventually? Also love the open feel in the space by the kitchen and toward the front. door…terrific door, BTW. You did a great job including the extra space below the bed, too. Good luck on your journey and give that gorgeous pupper a pat for me. Added: Just wondered, if the outside wooden shelf/table is too heavy, could you substitute aluminum?

[@tammycruz8189]

Hi Mike , the teacher misses u Alot. Stay Safe my friend. Mucho Love From Your Friend In Michigan Tam 💜💜

[@shirleythomas5996]

I love. Your bus. 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Your. Bus is. So. Beautiful. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@bridgetbrown4086]

Philly fan watching right now. Keep doing what you are doing. And happy travels from Philadelphia!🤗

[@patriciaarmstrongnavarro1165]

Beautiful Build !!

[@whenmountainsmove]

I see a lot of people getting the front doors on their buses with glass. In my opinion, not that you asked for it, but its the easiest thing in the world to elbow that glass and pop your front door open. You have a nice lock for the rear end doors, but that glass man, I'd be a bit worried about that personally. Anyway the bus is super super cool. You've planted a seed of inspiration with me. And man 90k on a 7.3 is a rare find. Besides the 12v 5.9 cummins, the 7.3 is close second. I read Ford said to expect 500,000 before rebuild, and dodge (at the time) said the 12v 5.9 said 600,000 for the cummins. Have you considered a 4x4 conversion? That's the only thing I wish I could afford when I finish my bus but the quigley conversion is around 15k.

[@lorib7545]

Very well said! Thank you for sharing

[@spersonstube]

Awesome build!!! Enjoy your travels....

[@stephaniekunce5192]

Awesome build!

[@meridethhendry5733]

WoW!! What a beautiful home! So well thought out and comfortable.

[@jaynewarriner7214]

Great build and welcomed advice😊

[@irenegarbrah4901]

Love your bus and your outlook to life. Stay safe and enjoy the adventure.

[@niclinblue]

Your bus is beautiful and well thought out. It is exactly how I would have if I was ever lucky enough to be able to live on the road.

[@anthonyvisor8880]

Awesome tour!!! His personality is great and that build is amazing!!

[@julietatorres3756]

Thanks for sharing your experience life on your bus home, Blessings to you keep going in this wonderful life and adventure traveling!

[@Smiley-fv8zi]

Good for him!! Nice build!!

[@Smiley-fv8zi]

Classy looking, too!

[@simonpeters3362]

Really liked the window in the roof of the bus it was different ...

[@pennytinker2356]

love the kitchen. enjoy

[@MelissaMalzahn]

I really like this build. Looks very comfy. Love the blue, and wood.

[@jm3166]

Pretty cool. I’m in the process of building one now. Love the layout.

[@TinyHomeTours]

Congrats and good luck with the build! :)

[@bonniehoover8318]

Love your Build.❤

[@navygroundtraveler6884]

Was that a Navy towel I saw? Love the build, & the dog.👍

[@amypieterse4127]

Awesome home.

[@sharene411]

Very well build. Great philosophy.

[@ronaldbertin9455]

Nice unit, great build.

[@mindiscott9749]

Maryland giving a shout out to west Chester, PA! My son went to UTI in Exton. Nice build!

[@victoriayamen8923]

Stunning!!!

[@poppydiamante-gy2mv]

Love ur build…awesome space… Bailey is too cute ❤

[@JessieJ78]

love this build.

[@renbean7]

I love your book choices…❤

[@phyllisjohnson3256]

So lovely

[@rickywilliams8844]

Nice work 👏 👌

[@FutureDeadpool]

Long live Steve!!!

[@Maryinnature]

Very nice build😀

[@corinnelsmith]

oh shit west chester!!! wasn't expecting to see someone from dub C on here!! lol.. I am from phoenixville....small world! Great bus, you can see how excited and happy you are- safe and fun travels friend!

[@dan9441]

Sweet build dude!

[@roberte5057]

Lovely. From Australia.

[@SpatialHeather]

cool build, cute pup, wish he hadn't shouted over the entire tour lmao

[@catheyjenkinsstocks74]

Nice build bro!

[@BrittMFH]

Shower and toilet. 👍

[@blessedblessed4323]

Smart design🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@emartin851]

Nice build! You're from my neck of the woods, I'm from Chester County as well, I'm in Lancaster county now.

[@lindahubbs8146]

Mike… congrats! I have a motor home and always wanted a bigger door. What size was it in beginning? If you had to cut if you can share what you used to cut it larger etc. thanks.

[@auntnayblessed6603]

Love it and your dog too😊💙❤💓

[@danoc51]

Great build and an even greater interview! Is the queen bed the standard length? How tall is Mike and does he find the bed long enough for him? I ask because i am 6'1" and the crosswise beds I've slept on seem to be a little too short. Thanks!

[@CuzmicTarot]

I Absolutely Adore This! 😅🥰

[@cjhoward409]

Everything looks fabulous … but… I think your residential house front door seems a bit wonky on a shuttle bus. Just my opinion. 😬 Everything else looks fantastic though. 😊

[@roserocks1979]

Sorry but power is more important than a roof deck.

[@conniejones6697]

Very nice

[@gloriako7185]

Wishing you much beauty love peace & unforgettable adventures! May this dream last forever! May I one day have the courage & peace to do the same...

[@debrathomas7735]

You Are bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️

[@paulahenderson9878]

NICE ABSOLUTELY

[@channel.roadsideresident]

Good looking man 😉

[@alexandrachristiansen383]

Love your dog

[@HotGritz910]

Is it possible to use one of those new solar battery generators as the main power source for a build like this. Or do you have to do all of that wiring?

[@sharonswift8668]

Wow West Chester huh. I’m in Phoenixville.

[@TheMerryMedium]

I like this 😊

[@shirleythomas5996]

May God blessing you

[@Maddiehere89]

I c wish he would have shown the shoe storage and the entire front better.

[@williamcochell9889]

Just curious if you don’t mind my asking what kind of fuel economy do you get per mile?

[@tracyminkins3112]

I love it

[@willow1141]

Awesome! Can’t imagine the gas price to drive it