AMAZING School Bus Conversion to TINY HOME Camper Will Make You Want To Hit The Road FULL TIME!

Рет қаралды 148,375

3 жыл бұрын

In todays video we visit with Sawyer and Chelsea who grew up together and have been together since high school. Right after granulation they purchased this used school bus with dreams of turning it into a skoolie conversion to travel full time and live out of while traveling on the road. This project has taken approximately three years and now it is complete, they leave to following day after this video was filmed.
#skoolie
#camperbuild
#diycamper
Follow Sawyer and Chelsea on Instagram
/ thetravelerbus
New Jersey Outdoor Adventures KZfaq channel is about van life , camper vans Van builders and RV walk through tours around New Jersey.
SCHOOL BUS converted to TINY HOME by High School STUDENTS
New videos every Saturday subscribe for more awesome video tours. kzfaq.info...
Follow New Jersey Outdoor Adventures on Instagram
/ patrick_njoa
Facebook For New Jersey Outdoor Adventures
/ newjerseyoutdooradvent...
NJOA Merchandise
/ @newjerseyoutdooradven...
NJOA TikTok
/ njoutdooradventures

Пікірлер: 462

@ASLLOVE 3 жыл бұрын

What I find most amazing about these conversions is how well decorated and functional they are. The inside of this bus looks like a house! I love it (and the little dog too).

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I have some exciting episodes coming up. All filmed, edited and scheduled now through September.

@flowers4me745 3 жыл бұрын

I drove a 72 passenger tc and Freightliners for several years and those mirrors that you didn't care for the look off are a important safety feature I would consider reinstalling them because they help with blind spots

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip

@doloresreynolds8145 2 жыл бұрын

I second that suggestion, the more visibility, the better.

@TJDawgs72 2 жыл бұрын

At least put a set of collapsible one’s.

@jay0726 3 жыл бұрын

I love the look on the doggie like this is my space 😍💖🐕❤

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

😂 yes

@malindafoster5719 3 жыл бұрын

What a great build! Love the warmth of the wood ceiling. The whole thing seems comfy cozy. Love all the space that comes with a bus and this couple sure has used it all very well. It looks well thought out to me. Very impressed with this couple. They are so young but have created something so complex and did a great job.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Malinda

@karjurassic8364 3 жыл бұрын

They’re so cute! “Pee’s good for the world” 😄 Awesome build. Thanks, Patrick!

@EchoAngelio 3 жыл бұрын

Yours is definitely the nicest bus I’ve seen. You did a perfect job with storage and doggie space. I really love it.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@yvettec777 2 жыл бұрын

Agree

@cheekyoziechick 2 жыл бұрын

You could never get sick of living in a bus.. This is so adorable.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Go for it

@anthonypeters44 2 жыл бұрын

These two are a great team because i can tell his girl will get right in there and work hard and she takes pride i hope he appreciates her she looks like a really great person.

@crayfish7542 2 жыл бұрын

Very Good bus ! What a good rule of thumb is to have the man speak of the mechanics, and the lady to give a Ture of the Interior ! It adds a nice touch to a bus video !

@maryjanehorseman5424 2 жыл бұрын

A beautiful perfect home

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

It really is!

@tWz4462 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your skooolie home.. It had my dream entry iron rails.. I thought that no one would think of that👍👍🥰🥰🥰 You color scheme is my dream bud home.. I love the brick walls for the kitchen off set from the black &white colors. You guys are in NJ.. I would love to see your home I'm in NY.. wow 👍🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the positive feedback

@bio7021 3 жыл бұрын

You guys did a wonderful job…. It’s beautiful

@maxxonetwo3 3 жыл бұрын

Well design layout. Two nice young couple. Thanks for sharing your bus be safe.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@RoSario-vb8ge 3 жыл бұрын

Love this more than a tiny house

@elizscal8007 3 жыл бұрын

Love the decor on this build, practical and cosy

@thaisguedes4067 3 жыл бұрын

what an amazing bus!!! I loved what they did.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Thais.

@annsayger5842 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice. Lots of hard work. A/C (mini split)a future project 👍 They did a great job. Happy travels.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Goals 👍🏽

@melodyhowarth949 3 жыл бұрын

Love this schoolie

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Melody

@amham48 2 жыл бұрын

This couple took on a huge challenge (with, most likely, very little knowledge or prior building skills) and produced a high quality build. They should be very proud of what they have accomplished.

@dianeeichenberg9616 3 жыл бұрын

R Ann Sayger: great minds think alike…..I was going to suggest a mini split also. Their bus is beautiful in its design and craftsmanship. Good job you two! I love it!!! Safe and happy travels!!! 😎✌️🤙🤘😎

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback Diane

@autumnsmom1117 3 жыл бұрын

Nice and well designed camper. The ceder ceiling, brick wall is just awesome. The greenery gives it a freshing feel. Like the dogs place too. Happy travels.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@docpitufo 2 жыл бұрын

I love it. It's perfect.

@donnahorne2886 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Donna

@cherylcelia2409 3 жыл бұрын

Impressive!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Cheryl

@thomashernandez5774 3 жыл бұрын

Grooovy guys!!!!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy checking in Thomas

@padelicious9093 3 жыл бұрын

Great home and great people. ✌🏻❤️ I especially like how the fireplace doesn’t take up a ton of space.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy checking this out

@anthonypeters44 2 жыл бұрын

What a great couple and what an awesome home

@bohoxplorer840 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome build❣️❣️❣️❣️

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you!

@dinahreyes4947 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful build! You two did a great job! I especially like the creative use of the wooden wine box for a drawer!

@JonniesJourney 3 жыл бұрын

That is so amazing. So much room, so many personal touches. Amazing job.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Jonnie. I had so much fun filming this one too

@theodosios2615 2 жыл бұрын

We have a winner. Most beautiful bus reno I've ever seen.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@whatzzhername3394 3 жыл бұрын

That bed that pulls out looks so comfy and beautiful 😍

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

It does!

@whatzzhername3394 2 жыл бұрын

I literally came back and watched that part of the video again to see that comfy bed 😂

@jamespatton1977 3 жыл бұрын

AMAZING!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much James

@jamespatton1977 3 жыл бұрын

@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Sawyers dad. 😁

@petuniaromania6294 2 жыл бұрын

It's beautiful, organized, and a real home - WOW, super proud of these two young people :)

@scottthejeepguy7499 3 жыл бұрын

Nice bus redo, you guys did a great job, Patrick as always well done

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott

@justlikerichie 3 жыл бұрын

This is one of your best videos Patrick! Thanks to NJOA for producing it. What an outstanding build for a DIY project. They really planned out and executed a great use of space. Their decor gives this skoolie a real nice home feeling. Hard to believe this nice couple is right out of high school for their first build! And they want to build them for a living? Where can I invest?? Also, love that cute little dog.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Richie. They are on to something here.

@skapunkoialternativeliving6522 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly why I love people with DIY ideas like myself.. because thanks this video you just gave me an idea for my camper trailer I'm going to building a stand up shower.. thanks you guys in the bus DIY Style..

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

They nailed this one

@rebeccaramirez- 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful for young adults right out of high-school!💖💞🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

@anthonypeters44 2 жыл бұрын

A mini split a/c would be the icing on the cake

@johncichon9499 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful build! Thanks for sharing your home.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John.

@catgrrrl5666 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Watched so many vids but this has gotta be one of my favourites. Live in the UK but love the bus homes. Hope you two and your dogs are super happy on the road 😄

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow. Awesome 👏🏼

@kristinritter9962 3 жыл бұрын

They did a beautiful job!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kristin

@alayathecreator3929 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful bus you both did an amazing job 👍good luck to both of you May Our Dear Lord keep you both safe

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Marlene

@serenakoleno9338 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent conversion. I suggest using Coroplast panels cut to fit skylights. The corrugated plastic has enough give to bend, yet firm enough to snap in place. Cut it small enough to easily slip in, with a few longer tabs to hold it in place. What I used for van windows. Used double sided carpet tape to hold reflectix to black coroplast. You are not worried about stealth so you could use white.

@leilal8053 2 жыл бұрын

Love everything; shoe 👞 cabinet, Floorplan, farmhouse sink...location of sink, HUGE wardrobe, doggie cubby, brick wall and wood stove....the only thing (4me a BIG thing) I dislike is the lack of a bathroom sink....

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback

@uol1051 3 жыл бұрын

So excited for this lovely couple! They have done a beautiful job, and the 3 years of labor shows. Good luck to them, and thank you, NJOA, for posting this.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I had been following their build for a long time, it’s great to see them on the road full time now.

@zhukov43 2 жыл бұрын

The school bus conversions you show are absolutely awesome.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Move to come, so exciting.

@briandavis9975 3 жыл бұрын

You can install a three way toggle switch and it will reverse the polarity to run the motor backwards so the fan will work in both directions not that difficult to do and it won't cause any issues with the motor, enjoy.

@kimberlyhatcher7235 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I love it! You both did a great job and it looks amazing.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@janicedorsey8070 3 жыл бұрын

I have viewed a lot of bus conversions and this is the best put together one I have seen, well done‼️👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@teresaray6033 2 жыл бұрын

I love the pull out dog bowls. One side for the giant and one to keep the little one from being stepped on.

@mikalabaker6110 Жыл бұрын

Cute couple & an amazing home on wheels! Just beautiful!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support

@CaptQueeg 3 жыл бұрын

Good job, you two! Keep going!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris

@sophialewis5642 3 жыл бұрын

Impressive build!

@sherrysvesnik7711 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely beautiful. They did an awesome job!! Best wishes on your maiden voyage. It looks very organized as well. I love your outside table too!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Sherry

@JacQuie1776 2 жыл бұрын

Best looking schoolie yet. Love it !!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@lillianyoung2129 2 жыл бұрын

Kudos you did a great diy job & made it into a home! You show you don’t have to be an expert carpenter, etc to do a good job with bus conversions! A lot of thought went into planning & building this! I was quite surprised when you mentioned the insurance trouble you had because that’s something most people don’t mention or think of! It’s important to know that for all the people who are thinking of doing conversions themselves! They will be better prepared thanks to you!! Good luck!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Lillian

@texasgoddess323 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job! The plants make it so homey!🥰

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@chamberlainemery7091 2 жыл бұрын

for your sky lights, Walmart has those thin adjustable curtain rods and if you put one at the top and one at the bottom of each skylight window. Then make blackout curtains with the curtain rod slide throughs on the top and bottom of each curtain. Cut the curtains in half so when you push them open you get lots of light without the curtains taking up too much room. Also, you can get vinyl faux stained glass and stick it to the skylights so you still get lots of beautiful sunlight without it being too bright, and their are many different kinds that are very beautiful. You can order them on the internet or sometimes Lowes or Home Depot carries them but you have a lot less selection.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion

@cooldogsofwv 3 жыл бұрын

Wow what a great renovation!! Very well thought out and elegant! This is what I would do!!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@clarkclarke 3 жыл бұрын

WOOOOO....yes this is very impressive ...they did a great job ... Thank you all for sharing Safe travels.💕🙏🏾

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@skapunkoialternativeliving6522 3 жыл бұрын

Another great DIY job I love it when people DIY and do things themselves like me.. they are not Punk like I am.. but they're still DIY..

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏼 thank

@jacquelinewells7575 2 жыл бұрын

Awwwww! He wants to play. Lol. So cute.

@sandrafergueson8155 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with what someone else said looks like a home inside!

@snooker48 2 жыл бұрын

GORGEOUS!

@kathycagg6531 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful rolling home! Thank you for sharing

@TheGratitudeAttitude 3 жыл бұрын

Patrick, you are correct, this is one of the nicest skoolies I’ve ever seen! Definitely at the top! I would hire them to build a tiny home someday! They are a such a sweet couple… and still together after building their own home on wheels! That says a lot =). Have a great weekend! Looks like another rainy one here in the northeast, but we’ll take whatever sunshine comes our way! ~ Maria

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Maria. What was your favorite feature?

@jerryconradi480 2 жыл бұрын

You did an incredible job on your bus/ home it looks extremely comfortable. I don't think I would have done anything different

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Jerry

@teresatrevino5934 2 жыл бұрын

OMG y'all have a lovely home God bless enjoy

@bethschaefer18 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way you designed the shower! It's beautiful! A quick fix for covering the skylights, you can do tension rods, that way they're easily adjustable. Safe travels 🙏

@mikalabaker6110 Жыл бұрын

Great idea of tension rods! 👏

@CharleneOrtizTraining 2 жыл бұрын

You will not regret the composting toilet. It's so much better than dealing with a black water tank.

@amybostic1439 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing amount of storage

@samodio586 2 жыл бұрын

Great features, great job!

@CindyCaVANas 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing build. 👍

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Cindy

@lindamarie6574 Жыл бұрын

Probably one of the best I’ve seen, so cozy and so nicely decorated.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@nevanrushing3608 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing conversion

@kerstinklenovsky239 2 жыл бұрын

Timelessly beautiful. 🤩

@michaelgerald5628 2 жыл бұрын

I really loved it. God bless you both...

@gypsymomma3470 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Patrick, hands down the best build on your channel thus far. Absolutely beautiful ✌

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, thank you

@pdmullgirl 2 жыл бұрын

Neat couple. Really like their bus. The tile in the shower is really nice. And the metal partition for the plants to grow up on is a super find and fits perfect! Really a neat home. The outside table is super nice too along with the shower. Enjoyed the video Patrick! ❤️💜💚

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

We agree! Thanks Paige.

@xAoDxNoiseComplaint 2 жыл бұрын

I love your bus! You guys definitely put in lots of work! It is an amazing build, congrats with your journey. Your plants are thriving and beautiful! The cockpit is TOPNOTCH!!!!!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@robinprice6879 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, these kids did a stellar job on this bus! I would happily live in it exactly as it is.

@freedomdove 3 жыл бұрын

Nice bus. You did a great job with the interview, Patrick. So cool that you all went to the same high school. 👍

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, that really means a lot to me

@comet969 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful buses 🚍 I’ve seen the finishes are nice and it’s just the right amount of what u need love it great job. Love the brick walls

@100realtorah3 2 жыл бұрын

Very well planned looking amazing great to see some of the Young generation have patience nice job.

@miniskooliewanda 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! Kudos to these two young people for making such a beautiful tiny-home-on-wheels. Love the plants.....and the puppers! omg so cute!!!

@melissacoburn6873 Жыл бұрын

Love love love you're all's bus!!!!❤️

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thank you Melissa

@artjunkeeperga5392 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent tour! Actually even better than that because you kept the descriptions brief ( i.e. excruciating TMI of drawer and cabinet etc. contents) and the pace moving. Thanks for sharing your home. It’s a winner! Happy travels.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@dirtyburd71 2 ай бұрын

Speaking of insurance, it would seem there would be some company that would want to be friendly to skoolie owners and suck up a large market share of the business. My wife and I will be building a skoolie this year (2024) and spending our retirement years on the road! You guys did such a cool job on your bus! Very impressive!

@lalitathapa6277 3 жыл бұрын

Just Wow

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@mikebayliss2003 2 жыл бұрын

Dash designs makes retractable shades for windshield that might work good for your skylights if you haven't come up with anything else

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Great information

@StrawberryShawtcake 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Patrick thats was the best build yet it was great inside loved it

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I was very excited to feature them

@victoriayamen8923 2 жыл бұрын

Well thought out, beauty. These kids are darling. Great video. "Happy trails." Safe travels.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@dianaverhulst3407 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I love it!

@lovelyindid8460 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most 💖💝🌸gorgeous tiny house ever 🌸🌹💝

@WACRE44 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome that’s the best bus I’ve seen yet I’ve seen a lot of them.

@zaheers123 3 жыл бұрын

Kitchen is massive Great space love it

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

It really is!

@wrapmecool282 2 жыл бұрын

THE BEST!!! Congratulations 👏🏻

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@pamcotterman7073 3 жыл бұрын

Dang! This is perfect 👌 🤩 Y’all did such a wonderful job!

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Pam

@johnjames77 Жыл бұрын

Great job! I loved the way you all took turns doing the description.

@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊