Thomas Rear Engine Pusher School Bus Conversion to RV
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
This bus has been SOLD!!!
I am leaving the video up. This video is about our School bus conversion to an RV
We converted this 39 foot 1994 Thomas Built Bus Saf-T LIner to an RV in 2009.
It has a 3116 Caterpillar Rear Engine Diesel Pusher
Automatic Transmission
All New Air Filters on Engine
60 gallon fuel tank
211,397 miles
13,440 hours
Air Brakes
4 New Tires with virgin rubber, excellent condition
New shoes (all the way around)
NO RUST - NO LEAKS
2 inch tow receiver
17 foot Awning
50 AMP fuse box
All new wiring & plumbing (1/2″ PVC)
110 Voltage
All materials are household quality and can be easily repaired from home improvement store for cheaper than RV parts
4 Top propane stove with oven
Apartment sized fridge runs on 110
5 gallon electric water heater
Lighting is 110 (the original running lights are still in place throughout the bus)
Gross Vehicle Weight was 36,200 lbs before the seats were removed.
Runs great!!
One bedroom with full size bed, enamel sink, privacy door, armoire and 6 deep drawers
2 additional bunks
Bathroom with shower (with tub) and home size flush enamel toilet (not plastic!)
Floating Laminate wood grain floor throughout
Microwave
All hand built cabinetry (solid wood)
Pantry had hand punched custom tin, custom hand cast pulls, and a solid granite counter top
Double Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink
2 Captains chairs in front swivel to face living room
Fold down table seats 4
Couch
Entertainment cabinet/bookshelf
Ample 110 outlets throughout bus and one in each bunk
1 outlet outside under awning
17 foot Retractable Awning
Fresh paint inside and out
2 underbelly storage compartments
RV flexible sewage hose & lines
Waterhose attachment for hook ups.
There are no fresh/grey/black water tanks. We did not need them. This is intended to be used with hook-ups.
There is ample room under the bus for these things to be installed.
For more pictures: knoxville.craigslist.org/rvs/5...
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Thank you for posting the video. I was a school bus driver for 20 years before making the jump to truck driving. It is really nice to see that buses like this can be converted.
I have great respect to anybody who converts public buses into living space.
Your husband is very skilled. I like the layout and details. If this is just the RV I imagine you have beautiful cabinets and furniture in your home as well.
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. He has built some nice pieces!!!
Im 5 years late but im trying get ideas for a schoolie. This is a SICK ass setup. I love it. 💪💪💪💪💖💖💖💖💖💖
@dghometeam
4 жыл бұрын
Magic Mike Yes. Sorry, but thank you!!!
@magicmike1499
4 жыл бұрын
@@dghometeam no need to be sorry, the video was inspiring to me. If i ever get a setup I'll send you a link. Thank you again
@dghometeam
4 жыл бұрын
Magic Mike That would be awesome! Thank you!
I've been a school bus driver for years, and it is nice to see some still hanging around!
Your family did an excellent job on the refurbishing of that bus into a livable home. Excellent job
@glennsommers3438
7 жыл бұрын
Andrew King grate job cute all hell
Frankly I can't tell it's a bus. It's so nice it looks like a real house. Love it !!!
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
3G Mom Thank you so much! what a great compliment!
It's by far 2nd best schoolie built i have ever seen
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
What an incredibly beautiful place!! I loved the tour. it looks like a Sweet little cottage! You're husband did an excellent job! You're family will have many happy memories to share here!
Wow...just so much love and personality.
Having owned a truck repair shop I have seen many home made bus/RV's and without out doubt yours is the best of all I have seen.I would love to have it and start viewing the country in comfort only problem is I can't see well enough to get a license so I'm afraid not.But it still is the best conversion I have ever seen.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
aww. thank you very much! I hope you are able to get out and travel!!
Awesome Job! Love the wood working to cover the RE!
@dghometeam
4 жыл бұрын
Sirens Of SW Ohio Thank you!!
I love it! Reminds me of my grandma's trailer, but MUCH nicer 🤗
One of the nicest I've seen on KZread. Maybe my favorite. Love the builtins. So homey and beautiful.
@dghometeam
4 жыл бұрын
H D Thank you!
When I saw the title,"school bus conversion" I thought eh!, boy was I surprised! It looks so professional and the quality of the build is awesome! Thanks for sharing!
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!!
Beautiful! There is not a single thing I would change. And, your video was wonderful, I like that you took the time to show all the cupboards, drawers, fold down table, sink, toilet, and yes even the tires.Great job!
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Had no idea it was up for sale until her end comments. I only have one issue with it. A 5 gallon electric water heater isn't nearly enough hot water I'd of put in a tankless hot on demand propane powered RV 500 system. That's what I've installed in my coach and really like it. Never run out of hat water unless you run out of propane or water.
I wish I had the money. I would buy this in a heartbeat!
Very nice bus interior, that kitchen is awesome, those cabinets are fantastic. Like the bedroom. For me a single guy, I'd eliminate the bunks and make that a small desk area.
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
thank you. yes, customization is key! :)
That thing is BEAUTIFUL!!!
I love your conversion, I know what those tires cost, be proud.
Lovely conversion! Absolutely love the red cabinets! Hope you got it sold!
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
We did!
That Blue bathroom sink was a nice touch. God that a noise bastards lol
has to be the best layout & well designed Skoolie I have seen.. My Favorite - has everything!
@dghometeam
4 жыл бұрын
Lovey Lynn thank you so very much! We put our heart into it!
Holy smokes, your conversion is terrific! You did an abundance of planning and custom work. Well done!
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you so much!!!
Gaylene Horch, We painted the top with a heat reflective, anti mildew resistant paint. We added insulation all around where we replaced the old bus windows. Also, the floor has a layer of insulation below the wood floors. Yes, this could be a full time residence. It would need to have hook ups or someone could install waste and water tanks. We used closed oil electric heaters that plugged in. It was plenty warm down to the 30's.
@gaylenehorch4241
8 жыл бұрын
Thanks. It's very tempting, but I'm also looking at a bus I can design from scratch. Will you post updates on here if you drop the price or have a pending sale?
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
Gaylene Horch I sure will! Thank you so much!
This very nice i want go school to learn how to build and measure like if i wanted to build house and all wood furniture in it i could like this is so beautiful
You guys did a great job with this conversion! Beautiful!
bar none best bus conversion ive seen so far. I want to do this for my family and attempt to create mini bedrooms for the kids. Your video gives the closest view to mine. dig it. just an idea.... You could lift your bed 3 feet off the ground and use the space underneath as closets
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
SunFlowur Thank you! we have a storage space under there already, but yes, you could do that. however it might block the emergency exit in the back.
Beautiful craftsmanship. You did a great conversion.
Beautiful work!!
Damn girl, very very nice, looks so comfortable, very proud of you. Enjoy life.
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@saraelyasi1625
5 жыл бұрын
Is beautiful work😍😍
It's absolutely beautiful
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much.
Awesome job on the bus 🚌 good work
I wish I had the $$ for this! I LOVE IT!
@dghometeam
9 жыл бұрын
Denise506 Thank you!!!
Awesome conversion bus, thanks for sharing!
Nice workmanship.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you very much!
Looks very well put together!
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Trism Driver Thank you!
Best one I've seen so far
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Damned if that's not just about a perfect set up right there. VERY nice work!
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
thank you very much. it is very comfortable
Pretty awesome bus, i can't believe how much it weighed before the seats were removed! Our 40ft charter bus only weighed 28,000 lbs before removing the seats and overhead storage bays! There must be a lot of steel in that sucker.
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Thank you! and exactly! They are pretty stout!
Wow that toilet was great
Very nice conversion 😀
That was an awesome bus conversion 'n best I've seen.
Nice home. Thanks for the video.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you!
Very good job congratulations. 👍👍😊
That's so awesome! One of the best I've seen so far but I personally would've gone with lighter colors and more white to make it feel more spacious. Dark colors like the red can make it feel smaller. But wow, great job!
Nice build. Great job
One of the best bus conversions I've seen. Roomy, cozy, and charming.
@dghometeam
6 жыл бұрын
W.A. watson Thank you!!
Wow. That really is beautiful. =) I hope some comes along. Well worth the money.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
+Bunny Mad Thank you so much!
That's is a cool video about old Double-decker bus #doubledeckerbus and #bus and #camping bus.. I watched your video till the end and subscribed to your channel.. I am looking forward to see your next videos..
Just Beautiful!!!
Wow!!! It's really nice!!! Great job!!!!
Let's see all the tires again
@lutze5086
8 жыл бұрын
haha I was about to complain about the tyre tour, but realised the video was made to sell it
@Junkinsally
5 жыл бұрын
Silly dicks, always complaining...
@SternDrive
5 жыл бұрын
Nice tires !
@briankeithnull194
4 жыл бұрын
I almost clicked off at that point.
@mercury90hp
3 жыл бұрын
Virgin Rubber.... I remember my virgin rubber 😂😂😂
Best conversion I've seen.
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
Gorgeous...!! Great job.
Awsom buss, and you gave some idés för my own projekt buss that is going to be similar vacation home!! 😊👍
Nice! One of the best I've seen on here.
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!!
@rashlarashla
5 жыл бұрын
@@dghometeam Your welcome love can't wait to watch some more of your videos have a blessed year
Wow that's amazing!
georgeous. love it !
Thanks for sharing. I am very proud of you guys! Reply
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you!
okay so I see it is for sale for $25,000 good price
Very nice love your bus
beautifully done....wow
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
thanks you very much!
Ii just want a school bus home so bad 😣😭😭 i would keep it really casual and plane on outside and when u walk inside u be in shock 😍
Wow!!! Great job.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you!
that's Nice.... I like those Thomas Buses
Nicely done! 2 dark inside 4 my taste, but all around great gob. how much did it go 4? Thanks
wow, I'm speechless, very nice
Beautiful!
Nice quality= nice video 👍 😀
@dghometeam
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!!! :)
Wow. Lots of time and love went into this. Wondering about insulation... could this be used as a full time residence in the Portland area? What heat source?
I'm buying the same bus this Friday! I hope it turns out as nice as yours. I understand why you are asking that for it. It's ALOT of work and it's not exactly cheap! Great job! What's the furthest you have been in it? Anything you would do differently if you had it to do over? Yours is basically the same set up I had in mind with the exception mine will have to have 4 bunks.
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Billy Beavers Thank you! Good luck! No, everything worked out really well!! Florida is the farthest we have taken it.
cool!! i love it .
Great job
Great bus, im watching bus videos as I plan my little bus :)
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Good luck with your project!
@lehnhardtdevonek.8479
8 жыл бұрын
+dghometeam Did you sale it yet?
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
We have not sold it yet.
@lehnhardtdevonek.8479
8 жыл бұрын
I guess we are in hard times!!!!!
What do you use for AC and heat when driving, and on shore power. Cool conversion.
Very nice!
Awesome! ♡
well it's a beautiful bus. you never mentioned if it's for sale or not. your husband did an awesome job on this bus. I've driven the school bus for the last 15 years or so and driven the Thomas pusher many many times. so if it's for sale how much is it and you should put him into the bus building business. thank you
If you get a tire gauge you can show the amount of tread depth on the tires
Looks like the professional came in and did this plenty of money as the paid one
The interior space looks smaller for a 39 footer. Or is it the handycam lens effect? Even the bath and the bed are just the same size that we see in caravans. Something is amiss! Or is there a secret room behind the bed?!😊
GREAT looking bus, gives me some ideas on how to build one some day. . . . . How hard was it to move the door to mid-ship like that ?
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
John W Thank you! Not difficult if you can weld.
Cabinet doors could use some latches so they don't fly open. Fridge should be able to run on AC,DC, and LP gas. You'll not be able to dry camp with this rig, as nicely done as it is. What type of furnace do you have?
Do you have any information on how the trailer hitch is installed? is it custom made or an off the shelf item? looking for a hitch for mine
Excellent work by your hubby, and excellent color selections ! May i ask approx what price it sold at ?
nice job.
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
thank you
Do you mind if I ask what the profit margin was after selling vs how much time (from getting to cash in hand)?
wondering,why did you put strait tread steer tires in the rear of the bus?
really really nice, wow
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
Pamela Roy Thank you so much!
Really nice job. I few questions that you didn't cover. What do you use to heat & cool the bus. Also, what kind of mileage do you get on a trip. I can't get over the craftsmanship. Really nice job.... Thanks
@dghometeam
8 жыл бұрын
1timby Thank you so much. We only used fans to cool the bus. We used an oil filled space heater for heat. I would probably buy an electric box heater now though. The mileage is about 7-10 mpg depending on the terrain.
We are wanting to do a bus conversion. What tips would you give to someone just starting?
looks pretty good. is there insulation on the ceiling? the sink in the bedroom is interesting and no door for the bathroom? :(
@dghometeam
9 жыл бұрын
Rachel Schell We painted the top with a heat reflective, mildew resistant paint.
Nice rubber 😃
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
GoCanadaGo Thank you!
wow...really nice !!!
@dghometeam
7 жыл бұрын
steve mitchell thank you so much!
You may want to make a temp. floor over the stair well. To put over it when you're in the bus so you don't fall down the stairs. They have this in RV's.
Awesome!!
Beautiful
This is the best "virgin rubber" movies I've seen in some time. I was looking in the rear on the video and didn't notice the anchor, does it come with one to increase the gas mileage?
@dghometeam
9 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure what an "anchor" is.