We CONVERTED an IMMIGRATION BUS into a LUXURY MOTORHOME (our conversion story)

This Prevost Bus was once owned by the US Government and used on the Texas-Mexico border to process illegal immigrants. Now, it’s our luxurious home on wheels. 🚍
✨ Curious how we bought and converted this bus into a motorhome? Stick around as we show you the complete conversion and share our story.
Our journey began in March 2021 when friends invited us to a Prevost RV show in West Palm Beach, FL. We had been dreaming of travelling in a Prevost and wanted to see if it was within our budget. 🎟️ Encouraged by a knowledgeable sales guy, we realized we could afford a used Prevost and decided to convert a 2008 Prevost Immigration Bus.🚌
The design phase was all about maximizing storage and creating long bunks for our growing kids. From efficient bathroom layouts to a fantastic TV setup, we ensured every detail fit our needs. 🛠️ We faced challenges, including misfit furniture and technical issues, but ultimately created a home we love. ❤️🏡
Come along on our adventure to see how this once-government bus transformed into our family's luxury motorhome. 🛋️✨ We hope you enjoy the journey and get inspired to go make memories now with your friends and family! 🌟
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[@babyboy6179]

We were in your shoes during last Prevost shop, first we didn't want to pay $$$$$$$, no slides plus an engine without any emission regulation was our goal, But we end buying a 2007 Marathon coach H3 triple slides with a big 14L Detroit series 60 engine in the back and we love it......... You have a beautiful coach with a LOT of history ...enjoy....

[@Atulbasera]

Guys Thank you so much to make a videos as requested. loved this information packed video. I am sure it wasn't as easy one to copile all together, you guys are great. Thank you so much.

[@rickwilliiams1375]

Indeed. A lot of questions I had was answered here on what the parents did to afford all this LOL> Very wisely done here. Still, we may never know how the Home Alone dad afforded that huge mansion. Rumor has it, he was real estate and she a seamstress.

[@kingmatthewa]

Love you guys and your stories. The kids still talk about spending the afternoon with y'all at Hilton Head last Christmas. Hopefully we can meet up again soon. 30:24 Bloppers? That's a new term 🤣

[@yomedungngochoang2525]

Hello Shinpaughs and Family. Thank you for sharing this video. God Bless you and your family. Loved It!!

[@kathyguenther5866]

How about some of the costs...... How many miles are on the motor they say they will run fine for a million miles. Any changes or in a new rig will you make changes. I loved the AGM battery vs. lithium battery video. I don't think I would like lithium either..... it's cold here in Minnesota for most winters.

[@williammelvin4516]

Hello, Amazing home!! Can you please tell me where/how you found your Prevost? Is there a website that lists them from the border?

[@lenprice6315]

I really like your videos keep up the good work Tiny ( Len Price ) Houston MS

[@mikeo1012]

I've had 3 coaches over the years. The first two were Marathons and the last which I still have is a Newmar. The Marathons both had Over The Road Air (OTRA) as the shells were ordered that way from Prevost. My Newmar does not have any Over The Road type air system. The question you ask about "to do or not to do" is what I used to call the $25,000 question as my first two Marathons each cost about that amount more for the extra OTRA. At that time I lived in Oregon and much of my travel was in cooler climates. Yes, I did use the OTRA but always questioned if the loss of that center bay was worth it. Now with my Newmar as luck would have it I live in a desert climate and wish so many times I had that OTRA system again. None of us like having to start and run the generator to cool down and travel in a coach and the Dash Air systems on all coaches are so inadequate it's not funny. With the advent of the newer Lithium Battery Systems some of the top models Newmar now makes allows you to run up to 2 roof airs off the Lithium battery bank so for me that would be the best of all worlds. My next coach will have this feature for sure.

[@JS02057]

Great videos,, you all are naturals in front of a camera😊. Great editing too, always impressed. I would love to experience a weekend with your lifestyle! Travel safe! 💕💕💕

[@jesusiglesiasthebadboy3638]

good morning greetings i recommend the company loki coach 2025 prevost h3-45 three slide

[@thyhangman]

Great conversion story it turned out beautiful! I'm surprised the govt bust even had the one slide.

[@Vamanaswastika]

Illegal immigrants even get to ride in Prevost as soon as they touch American soil. Incredible.

[@TonySchaden-ld1qk]

Congratulations on both of you you guys did a beautiful job on your bus

[@carolinalina13]

Wow, what an amazing journey! You have really perfected your motor home to fit your beautiful family. Thank you for sharing and the bloopers at the end 😅 Much love from Sydney, Australia ❤❤

[@nanettemacy9376]

What was the total cost?

[@hazelconn7874]

Thank you

[@bobabooie6389]

Very nice 👍🏻🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@rickwilliiams1375]

What an adventure to be able to choose your layout on the bus? Don't you guys have a nickname for it yet? I love how Willis/Jason has the "Daily Strength for Men" devotion book in his room. I use the Daily Bread, but I can see how verses specifically for men would be helpful being the Daily Bread is often more enjoying life rather than preparing for it. Does it seem targeted for men in the verses or devotion it uses, or does it seem random? I'm doing a Sunday School lesson on Eph. 6 spiritual armor. I am also using William Gurnall's "Christian in Complete Armour" (sic) to do it. He is form the 17t century so he thinks deeply and different than we do today. His work is free public domain if you want to find it. Both reading to you and reading.

[@1LIR1]

I've heard you speak of working from the RV. What type job allows you to be able to do this? It sure sounds like my kind of a job!!