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Ratt Race Productions

Ratt Race Productions

7 жыл бұрын

Skoolie RV Conversion

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@decastring
@decastring 7 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best bus conversion videos I've seen. Enough detail to make me want to learn more, but not overwhelming. I especially liked the clear, concise monolog. Congratulations on a job well done!
@lennyp4782
@lennyp4782 6 жыл бұрын
Dan Stringfellow then you should keep watching. Next!
@barbibutton9619
@barbibutton9619 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, he said it was his 1st video. I'm impressed and stayed with it which is surprising to myself :)
@janicehollstein8202
@janicehollstein8202 6 жыл бұрын
The absolute most informative and enjoyable conversion video I've ever seen. No unnecessary info, and the info you did share all extremely useful and perfectly conveyed. I've never "liked" a video until now. Thank you.
@rognyt23
@rognyt23 7 жыл бұрын
Nice tour. We are still in process after 2 years. Just wife and I. Thanks for the inspiration and tips. We are in Colorado Springs so the mountain pass info is very helpful.
@kiza4178
@kiza4178 7 жыл бұрын
love your layout and material usage, furniture is well chosen also, enjoy many adventures!
@venisesmith9556
@venisesmith9556 7 жыл бұрын
Congratulations it is a blessing and your families labor of love. God bless you all as you start this next chapter in your lives
@michaelalvarado597
@michaelalvarado597 7 жыл бұрын
Well presented video well articulated and in depth explanation. Loved it! Wish they all were are as informative as yours. Keep on busin'!!!
@barbibutton9619
@barbibutton9619 4 жыл бұрын
Great that u mentioned the environment where the bus had spent it's previous life. Wow wow wow to the rust. Seems like it's solid now, mechanically and otherwise. Great job for a first video...no stammering or struggling. Enjoyed listening to all of your video when I usually skip over to decor lol. TY for sharing. One day, I may pass u on the road.
@dgcashley
@dgcashley 7 жыл бұрын
nice job we are here in Houston tx and we are working on some bus conversions thanks for the video
@JohnRobinson-br4vh
@JohnRobinson-br4vh 7 жыл бұрын
Nice build , I hope you folks have a safe enjoyable trip.
@sneaks01
@sneaks01 7 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome! Reminds me of a bus conversion my family did back in the 70s. All the best to you and your family!
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
sneaks01 Thanks so much Keep watching for updates!!
@vutEwa
@vutEwa 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! You do excellent work!
@kushlanim
@kushlanim 7 жыл бұрын
Loved watching the this. Please upload more. Would love to see how you get on with it. Thank you loads for sharing (y) Best of luck to all of you.
@metaspencer
@metaspencer 7 жыл бұрын
great bus, attitude, and attention to detail. I'm working on my own bus now, and yours is certainly an inspiration! :)
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
metaspencer thanks for the wonderful comments. Best of luck on your build. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
@katedunno1230
@katedunno1230 7 жыл бұрын
Really nice video. Thanks. I used to drive a school bus in Illinois. when we had a problem driver we used to torture them in the winter. you slowly pour water over the rear tires letting it build up to several layers of ice making it impossible to move the bus. then of course laugh when the driver would call into dispatch saying the bus wouldn't move.
@outwestbus5612
@outwestbus5612 7 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for the tour!
@JasonSulliman
@JasonSulliman 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. I appreciate you sharing the info!
@catmccjk1
@catmccjk1 7 жыл бұрын
Great build!
@josepherwin8709
@josepherwin8709 7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bus. It looks like a real labor of love.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Joseph Erwin indeed Thanks
@edtaylor89
@edtaylor89 7 жыл бұрын
Great job!!
@carlaj38
@carlaj38 4 жыл бұрын
New subscriber great build...si informative
@nowhereman8422
@nowhereman8422 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome looks great looking forward to Future videos
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
John Davis 👍
@409mark
@409mark 7 жыл бұрын
just discovered your vlog look forward to seeing more in the future thanks
@rockyalvarez520
@rockyalvarez520 6 жыл бұрын
Make sure you have the inside of your roof properly sealed with reflectix...myst have 3/4 inch air gap between roof and tge product. Also coat the outside of your roof with Henry's tropical. Do this and watch the temp drop drastically inside the bus
@andyhughes9763
@andyhughes9763 5 жыл бұрын
Rocky Alvarez You are so right about Henry's roof products. It's the BEST & it seals and great for temo control.
@davejohnson7432
@davejohnson7432 7 жыл бұрын
great video!
@steevencoogan8754
@steevencoogan8754 7 жыл бұрын
Cant wait for the real Tour of the bus :)
@Jehovahstool
@Jehovahstool 7 жыл бұрын
very kool conversion... for the heating & cooling i would like to suggest using ceramic window film & tinting even on the dront windshield. it will help kill the heat magnification from the sun but of course don't try to grow anything in the vehicle as it would just be a soil drying project because the ceramic film kills or reduces UV & damaging rays that produces heat. hope that helps.
@williefufu2985
@williefufu2985 7 жыл бұрын
The Skoolie Trailer was sooooo much fun to watch.
@christdriven8790
@christdriven8790 7 жыл бұрын
extremely awesome !!!
@lightfeather8310
@lightfeather8310 5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@vanramble6126
@vanramble6126 6 жыл бұрын
Great video ... extremely well done for a first! Made me want to go delete my videos and redo them! Thanks for sharing really like the cork flooring idea 💡!
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Bus Yeah! Thanks
@GospelTruth37059
@GospelTruth37059 7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful wow!!!
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Prophetic End Times 🤙mahalo
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
As far as a new engine, just look online for a local shop with a good reputation. I recommend doing your research to help insure a good experience with a reputable shop, good luck
@thomasbratz4834
@thomasbratz4834 6 жыл бұрын
I wonder if they make a fleet air filter for that bus. It made a world of a difference on my Freightliner Cascadia.
@Charles77598
@Charles77598 7 жыл бұрын
Very nice! looks so easy on this side of You Tube but I know it has to be difficult to put it together. Great job!
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Charles Ramsey Thanks so much...
@casonvandriel1500
@casonvandriel1500 7 жыл бұрын
What a great video! Good speaking style, and great explanation of what you did to the bus. Spectacular looking bus too, of course! QUESTION: where do you store the bus when not in use.... do you have covered storage, or do you keep it outside?
@dawnalli5998
@dawnalli5998 5 жыл бұрын
This was one of the best instructional videos I have seen. I can really see how it could have been less and more exxspensive you.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 5 жыл бұрын
Dawn ALLI I just happened to see your post... We had so much fun with the build and our time traveling the continental US in it It is currently “in the hard” in PA as we tend to other pressing life issues. Thanks for the comment! Cheers
@JRobson1955
@JRobson1955 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reminding us that it is a VEHICLE So many skoolie videos focus on where the sneakers get stored and spice racks and such. I think that why people end up selling their buses as soon as something mechanical fails. Diesel engines last but not without help.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
J Robson It is indeed a vehicle. A little Preventive Maintenance goes a long way
@bryonmason6330
@bryonmason6330 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice job.
@georgecrouch8729
@georgecrouch8729 6 жыл бұрын
very very nice, you should be real proud of your work.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
George Crouch Thanks, we are proud of the Bullet
@magnumpi2326
@magnumpi2326 3 жыл бұрын
Great conversion if you have endless money 💰
@oursomedayisnow3915
@oursomedayisnow3915 6 жыл бұрын
Super Nice!
@waynewheaton3210
@waynewheaton3210 4 ай бұрын
Very nice build and thanks for all the detailed information! Do you still have the bus? And if you did it again what would you do different? I'd like to take the three kids and wife out to see the country. I'm lucky enough to work pretty much whenever I want.
@staymarco406
@staymarco406 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Wayne. Yes we do still have the bus. I don't know that I would change anything on the build to be honest. Interesting timing, my wife just told us that she would like to sell it. Her bus, her decision, but we can agree, with the kids in college, it doesn't get the attention it needs. If you're interested and ever in florida, give us a shout!
@gilbertosuna3261
@gilbertosuna3261 7 жыл бұрын
Perfect video. Thanks for sharing.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Gilbert Osuna 🤙mahalo
@thecalicocruisers4273
@thecalicocruisers4273 7 жыл бұрын
We are thinking about converting a skoolie. I was wondering what you used for insolation? We plan to winter down south but know there are few places it doesn't get chilly. We also want to be safe if we have to return to Iowa in the winter for some reason.
@Robisme
@Robisme 6 жыл бұрын
Instead of saying how much it cost. You could say, "If I would do it again, I would have spent X amount of dollars". Used this type of bus, Cut costs by using more salvage, Pay more for certain problems, etc.
@margarcia1874
@margarcia1874 6 жыл бұрын
robby tm yes! My thought exactly.
@wilreyes195
@wilreyes195 6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Wil Reyes Thanks much
@kimdowner1536
@kimdowner1536 7 жыл бұрын
how high does your EGT get before you back off? how many RPM's does that Cummins turn when cruising down the interstate? and how many MPG do you typically get?
@chrisniner8772
@chrisniner8772 7 жыл бұрын
You can pick up a forced air heater that takes the engine coolant heat.. I picked one up surplus from a motel remodel that they had extras.. no sense running a furnace when you are cooking off diesel.. and painting the roof white dramatically cools the vehicle. I couldn't believe the difference when I painted mine white.
@MissHellithRaiser
@MissHellithRaiser 7 жыл бұрын
Sweet Reno 👍🏻
@hcying9728
@hcying9728 6 жыл бұрын
Best schoolie I every see
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Hc Ying Wow thanks There are quite a few really nice ones out there
@64maxpower
@64maxpower 7 жыл бұрын
Excellent work
@patrickOboyle
@patrickOboyle 6 жыл бұрын
Im gonna guess close to 40k cause of all the rust repairs and mechanical repairs before the actual build. 20k on mechanics..and 20k on material and building. Ikea aint cheap :D Really great bus design. Weve been talking about painting our bus grey. But werent sure. After seeing yours..i think silver/grey is the way to go. Looks great
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Hoop T. Coupe Thanks for the comments And good guess on the cost, you are spot on...with regards to painting, I would consider a white roof. I’m getting ready to do it as soon as it warms up a bit Best of luck and happy trails
@adamdaughtrey8676
@adamdaughtrey8676 6 жыл бұрын
how much did you have to spend for the galvanized metal on the sides where the bus windows originally were?
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Adam Daughtrey Not sure I remember that It wasn’t galvanized, it was sheet metal. I’d say all in about $300 or so I had them sheer the full sheets for me. Then I just put them up, overlapping about 4 inches or so, and drilled and screwed them to the existing vertical window support frames. I then made a window template and cut the holes with a plasma cutter.
@Climbingforcarleen
@Climbingforcarleen 7 жыл бұрын
Im in Colorado and looking to get the fuel adjustment you talked about to increase hp. Can you tell me who you used? I'm going to also be pulling something with my bus. Thanks for you help!
@jessievenable3570
@jessievenable3570 7 жыл бұрын
Im in Colorado Springs. I have been looking for a mechanic to drop an new engine in. Do you know any leads? Thanks
@LeoHernandeznyc
@LeoHernandeznyc 6 жыл бұрын
I have a silly question..I plan. On doing this in the spring...what did you use to cover the windows...
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Leo Hernandez Once the Windows were removed, we covered them with a light gauge steel. Then the new Windows were installed by using a plasma cutter to make the openings.
@whitneywoodall7698
@whitneywoodall7698 7 жыл бұрын
When you replaced the bus windows with RV windows did you add any additional support where you took out the original window supports?
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
The RV style windows only required the removal of one or two of the existing vertical supports. It was not necessary to do any reinforcement prior to installation. The final installment has the exterior steel wall, 1 1/2 inch rigid blue board insulation and the 1/8" interior paneling to sandwich together between the windows interior and exterior frames.
@keilaprevette1487
@keilaprevette1487 4 жыл бұрын
What kind of bus is this? It looks so much bigger than a regular school bus. It looks like a city bus maybe? Does anyone know?
@dchubb42
@dchubb42 7 жыл бұрын
Can you share the make and model of the toilet system you ended up using? Also what did you end up using for the door to close off the bathroom? I've been contemplating using a pocket door system.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
dchubb42 l
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
dchubb42 Not sure, I know it is a Dometic unit. Just look for the one that has comfort height seating. As for the door, I made a rod and Allison sewed a curtain that works very well. Pocket doors are nice, But can rattle annoyingly, and take up quite a bit more wall space.
@DustyKorpse
@DustyKorpse 7 жыл бұрын
cool vid, cool rig! nice job guys 😎
@jojessebob
@jojessebob 6 жыл бұрын
Too bad we didn't get a walkthrough....
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Jesse A We have one in the works Stay tuned
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
The bus was not lowered. The rear drive train allows for the extra storage space underneath and this is how it came from Thomas. Thanks
@blankunlisted5639
@blankunlisted5639 7 жыл бұрын
Ratt Race Productions B.B.
@dannydevito9514
@dannydevito9514 7 жыл бұрын
Ratt Race Productions you should put more finish on it to give it more classy shiny look. Itll look luxary haha.
@divyaboy
@divyaboy 6 жыл бұрын
I agree Dan
@soulsinger1393
@soulsinger1393 7 жыл бұрын
I have the same model well a 1995 Thomas rear pusher and my tac does not work. I was wandering where the tach sensor is located so I can replace it.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
wayne trevillion Not sure where the tach sensor is located
@1armedguy4
@1armedguy4 7 жыл бұрын
Did you have the bus lowered, to me it looks to lower than stock ? Wondering in Canada !!
@FallenAngelKystre
@FallenAngelKystre 7 жыл бұрын
I'm assuming its looks lower bc of the storage compartments it has underneath.
@abseconPC
@abseconPC 7 жыл бұрын
how much do you think it would cost to build one of these if you pay somebody to do it would it be cheaper than a hundred thousand for a diesel pusher
@dirtysouthtv2209
@dirtysouthtv2209 6 жыл бұрын
Brett Duffy Yes, depending on the items you select for the build...
@clintstinytrailerconversio5560
@clintstinytrailerconversio5560 6 жыл бұрын
Enjoyable video, thanks. Only issue was volume, which is a good mic should correct. Following
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Clint Johnson Thanks
@RyanPowerhouse
@RyanPowerhouse 7 жыл бұрын
What does a project like this cost all said and done? That's the main thing nobody talks about. Even a rough estimate to the closest thousand would be helpful!
@helmitpeak
@helmitpeak 7 жыл бұрын
Nice job, like what you've done except, the sleeping or bedroom, no privacy.
@jamiestewart2051
@jamiestewart2051 7 жыл бұрын
No need for it if your celibate.
@aprildavis5385
@aprildavis5385 6 жыл бұрын
Celibate? Why would anyone want to be celibate? Like sex is a bad thing.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
I don't remember exactly who we used for the fuel plate modification. There are several on line to choose from. Just be mindful of the hp limitations of your transmission and cooling system
@mikebateman8021
@mikebateman8021 6 жыл бұрын
Webmaker cubic foot wood burning stove out of Canada that's design for RVs hangs on the wall check it out go to the mountains and camp
@craizygolf1980
@craizygolf1980 6 жыл бұрын
Do you have to stop at weight station or not
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
craizygolf1980 Nope Being a “not for hire RV” you just breeze on by You are not required to have a CDL either. Not a bad idea to at least read up a bit on the operation of a large vehicle though
@reowhite4862
@reowhite4862 7 жыл бұрын
My one critique of of your fine video is it was hard to hear
@jonrunningbear8206
@jonrunningbear8206 6 жыл бұрын
I have three inches of spray foam, roof , walls and floor I can keep the bus conversion at 65 even in 100 plus temps with one AC
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Jon Running Bear That’s a lot of foam. I couldn’t afford to lose any headroom though...so I’m going to paint the roof white this spring
@aprildavis5385
@aprildavis5385 6 жыл бұрын
Put a wall up between your bed and your kids bed. They need privacy even if you don't.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
April Davis we actually have curtains that we pull to give the boys their privacy. It forms an enclosure for both of them. We are considering redesigning the bunk beds to be on one side and create more storage on the other. When we do that we will incorporate a more permanent solution to the privacy issue.
@superbmediacontentcreator
@superbmediacontentcreator 7 жыл бұрын
Good job, but you never did a beauty tour as an after.
@rick33ful
@rick33ful 7 жыл бұрын
Im 6´3, can I move around ok in there?
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
ricardo guajardo Sure, just get some knee pads😂
@rick33ful
@rick33ful 7 жыл бұрын
LOL!!!
@kathleenwinser4033
@kathleenwinser4033 6 жыл бұрын
Are the boys twins?
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 6 жыл бұрын
Kathleen Winser They are indeed
@elmclovin1
@elmclovin1 7 жыл бұрын
what's with the big secret on how much it cost to do it. it's not like we are asking how much you make ..
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
elmclovin1 That's true I just don't like to talk about costs so much only because of the variability. If you are handy, have the time and the desire it can cost SIGNIFICANTLY less than the opposite side of the coin
@bigboss4298
@bigboss4298 6 жыл бұрын
Why do you call your bus a skoolie?
@giverny28
@giverny28 6 жыл бұрын
BigBoss 429 It is just the name given to converting a school bus into an RV.
@dougrennick2212
@dougrennick2212 7 жыл бұрын
volume very lowq,you should have a mic with you in the future,
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Doug Rennick Thanks Figured that one out I think A bit of a learning curve on iMovie
@samuellujan7525
@samuellujan7525 7 жыл бұрын
It's a nice transit bus conversion.
@user-yy4rl5nf1t
@user-yy4rl5nf1t 5 жыл бұрын
лайк из россии. молодец.(+_+)
@williefufu2985
@williefufu2985 7 жыл бұрын
I hav a School Bus, I'm insured with Progressive, they are going to Cancel my Policy just out of the Blue, next Month 4/2017. If you can steer me to an Insurance Company, I would appreciate it.
@rattraceproductions182
@rattraceproductions182 7 жыл бұрын
Willie Fufu Check out State Farm I've heard as long as your primary residence is insured with them you are good to go Good luck
@williefufu2985
@williefufu2985 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much.
@andrewmorris2778
@andrewmorris2778 7 жыл бұрын
Hi there really enjoyed this. When is your next episode! all the best to you guys out on the road.
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