He Turned a SCHOOL BUS into a LUXURY Tiny Home | The CORRECT Way!

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  • @DanZalinsky
    @DanZalinsky Рік тому +113

    Thank you so much for taking a tour of my skoolie, and giving me the opportunity to show my build!

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому +8

      Any time! Looking forward to having you on the channel again. I cannot wait to tour your next projects.

    • @tessasinclair6315
      @tessasinclair6315 Рік тому +5

      You did well. A proper house on wheels. Most pleased with the comfortable and dare I say, roomy, space for a child/-ren and guests to sleep in. Unlike most skoolies, where kids are stowed away like some surplus luggage 😶
      Love it. All the best for your future plans. Hopefully we get to share in that part of your adventure...!? Go well.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +2

      @@tessasinclair6315 Thank you so much for that! Yes it is very spacious inside! HAHA yeah I have seem some of those "bunks/storage areas" for kids to sleep. 😂 I have been documenting the build on my channel. I will 100% show anything that I have planned for the future!

    • @msred5400
      @msred5400 Рік тому +3

      It is just perfect. You really think thoroughly the must have and need whenever going for travel.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      @@msred5400 Thanks! Yeah there was a lot of planning going into the build!

  • @dlg5485
    @dlg5485 Рік тому +66

    This is literally the best designed schoolie I've seen. Very well thought out with almost crazy amount of storage and surprising amount of sleeping capacity. Well done.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому +1

      Wow, thank you!

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +9

      Thank you!! I did put in a decent amount of time planning the layout.

    • @h.a.barker412
      @h.a.barker412 Рік тому +2

      That blue is just gorgeous!! Love it with the black trim, makes it really stand out!

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      @@h.a.barker412 Thanks! I had painted it a lighter color and was not happy with it. Glad I went with a little darker blue.

    • @star.drawntreader.1967
      @star.drawntreader.1967 Рік тому +1

      Dan, this is an excellently designed school bus/Tiny Home. It is rugged enough fot the road, yet if you found a property that you desired between choice locations (and were pulling a small car), it is quite imposing enough to list as your Residence for a given period of time. 😊🎉

  • @Brigand231
    @Brigand231 Рік тому +6

    What impressed me the most was that he matched the bus to his shirt.

  • @SublyminalTV
    @SublyminalTV Рік тому +2

    One of the best builds by far

  • @michaelbrown5037
    @michaelbrown5037 Рік тому +5

    This is the best built Skokie I’ve ever saw . I’m very impressed. The quality and workmanship is really impressive.

  • @mistycunningham6772
    @mistycunningham6772 Рік тому +1

    This guy talks and explained everything soo awesome...he should do tours explaining for a living

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thanks!! Really appreciate that!

  • @bobbywonder4574
    @bobbywonder4574 Рік тому +2

    best school bus camper

  • @stephany_Beltran
    @stephany_Beltran Рік тому +5

    This school bus is insane! Finally something different and creative i feel everyone keeps doing the same thing. Not this one! Wow i loveeee it

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому

      Some great ideas on this one hopefully it inspires others to try some more new things

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Really appreciate that!

  • @aprilMichelleXJRL
    @aprilMichelleXJRL Рік тому +2

    Ok nicer then allot of homes I've seen.... I'm obsessed

  • @wandalycruz5673
    @wandalycruz5673 Рік тому +2

    This is the most best bus tour I’ve ever seen nobody has a more perfect half bathroom and shower like that I would most definitely live there. 😂😂😂 🚌🚐🚍🚎

  • @Amy-yp8mr
    @Amy-yp8mr Рік тому +2

    Very thoughtful,design neat and efficient. Thank you

  • @TerryW5379
    @TerryW5379 Рік тому +19

    He did a great job on the whole bus. It’s one of the better looking buses on the outside that I’ve seen. The electrical system appears to be larger than normal. Thanks to both of you for showing it.

  • @buscampers
    @buscampers Рік тому +10

    I dig the overhead bunk. A lot of work went into that bus, especially with the door relocation. Nice job!

  • @thalleshoward3962
    @thalleshoward3962 Рік тому +10

    Awesome job. He added stuff I have never seen done on a bus build.

  • @indiramichaelahealey5156
    @indiramichaelahealey5156 Рік тому +8

    What a nice build.

  • @melissabenson6749
    @melissabenson6749 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Patrick, great build!👍

  • @pigoff123
    @pigoff123 Рік тому +7

    What an awesome bus.

  • @ericacollins1985
    @ericacollins1985 Рік тому +1

    Looks like a Plano RV built. It's okay , I Would rather like the homey look, but you also did a great job.🎉

  • @JeffeysMom
    @JeffeysMom Рік тому +2

    I would be living in that for sure! ❤️👍🏻🚐🐾🏕️

  • @orainey890
    @orainey890 Рік тому +2

    OMG, this very nice. I think I could sale my home and say goodbye to HOA

  • @louannchipman1749
    @louannchipman1749 Рік тому +3

    That is such a beautifully executed build. You have raised the bar, young man!

  • @NoCaping
    @NoCaping Рік тому +2

    This is the best schoolie I've seen hands down especially with the ac unit ive never seen that done

  • @makeup_lover_clarissaw
    @makeup_lover_clarissaw Рік тому +2

    Cracking bus nicely done ❤

  • @scrapdaddysgarage5027
    @scrapdaddysgarage5027 Рік тому +3

    Cool build especially with that AC. They say it’s your birthday happy birthday to you! Patrick

  • @BagofRust
    @BagofRust Рік тому +5

    This is Too Cool For School Dan 😎 I need to Convert my own Mercedes Vito Van But this is luxury on wheels 👌👍

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому +1

      Happy you found a tour

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Good luck on your build!

    • @BagofRust
      @BagofRust Рік тому +1

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures Really Pleased I Came across your Channel, I'm Based in the UK. American School Buses Remind me of Home Alone and American Movies. If I lived in America, I'd Definitely Convert an old School Bus.

    • @BagofRust
      @BagofRust Рік тому +1

      @@DanZalinsky Done a great Job Dan, there is lots of genuine hard work and time that's gone into this build. The Electrical work and fitting of equipment, loads and loads of cutting, scribing, drilling,feeding ducting etc so much time and effort has gone into this. Its very easy to lose hope and give up, or skip steps to get it finished. The end Result is 👌

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      @@BagofRust I really appreciate that. YES!! There was a lot that went into this, but following a goal/dream helped me complete the build!

  • @janicericciuti9035
    @janicericciuti9035 Рік тому +2

    Big Blue Bus Cool lot of work

  • @angelamurphy3331
    @angelamurphy3331 Рік тому +2

    This is well thought out rig. I'm so impressed. Watching from Dublin Ireland. Good luck and safe travels in the future. 🍀🍀💚💚😺😺🇮🇪🇮🇪🍀🍀

  • @Kimberley_Black_White_TV
    @Kimberley_Black_White_TV Рік тому +10

    What a well-thought-out build! It's clean, has everything you need - including a ton of storage, and the fresh water capacity is mind-blowing!

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому +2

      I appreciate the feedback Kimberly

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +3

      Thank you! Yeah a lot of planning went into the build. Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @reesme417
      @reesme417 Рік тому

      @DanZalinsky what does it rent for?

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      @@reesme417 Im not renting it out currently. But when I do In the future I will post about it on my channel.

  • @noregrets7469
    @noregrets7469 Рік тому +2

    Very nice work guy. Good luck and enjoy it🌹

  • @judytassone7504
    @judytassone7504 Рік тому +16

    What a fantastic, well-planned, design specific and an overall impressive living space. We’ll done. Good find Patrick.

  • @matthewedwards3550
    @matthewedwards3550 Рік тому +3

    BRAVO BRAVO BRAVO...
    great set up, functional design and the concealed duct system is GENIUS...
    WELL DONE!!!
    WAY TO GO PATRICK!!!
    CARRY ON!!!

  • @mikeeevilton
    @mikeeevilton Рік тому +2

    Incredible build. Makes me think of a class A RV.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому +1

      It really does. Looks like a class a gas motorhome with that center door.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Yeah tried to add some luxury where I could.

  • @timothymoore1791
    @timothymoore1791 Рік тому +2

    Great 👍🏻 👌 job skills

  • @davidnelson4340
    @davidnelson4340 Рік тому +2

    I love schoolies. This one is nice!

  • @jamesg6638
    @jamesg6638 Рік тому +2

    Sweet rig Dan very Impressive! you just set the bar pretty high haha 🤘🏻😆 safe travels friend.

  • @JohanGavieres
    @JohanGavieres Рік тому +1

    This is awesome. Looks like you can live comfortably in this bus 🚌

  • @ma.socorrolorana-limas201
    @ma.socorrolorana-limas201 Рік тому +2

    Love this build😍 I want to have one just like this💖 thanks for the tour👍

  • @mjremy2605
    @mjremy2605 Рік тому +7

    Very clever remodel. A genius idea to move those pesky stairs to the middle and the door and make that a proper passenger seat. So nice and roomy.
    Great spare bed loft area! Love the spacious kitchen with so much cabinet space. Large lounge, swivel cab chairs, all great features. The ducting and roof raise are a luxury upgrade. I'd love to know some of your components: water heater, batteries.
    The bathrooms are so nice. Separate toilet is such a luxury. I did not know you could use floor vinyl for bathroom walls, that is smart. Looks like tile. Vinyl has so much color choices.
    Extremely functional and roomy interior space. I can see this as an Airbnb rental, vacation home, guest lodging, and fun family camping vehicle. A lot of hard work went into this build. You should be proud. Bravo Dan!
    Suggestions:
    Kitchen - If you like to cook, an overhead vent that sucks in the fumes and vents out is very useful.
    Roof Paint - Look into Durabak. Very hard polyurethane bedliner paint that goes onto any surface. Comes in solid colors as a base coat, then you can customize with metallic or pearl accents using Clear Durabak on top of the painted one. For the roof, a white pearl or metallic will reflect more heat than plain white. Elastomeric paints are short lived and not good. It is an acrylic, same as house paint with some additives. Powder pigments high quality is available from KP pigments at $10 for 25 gms. You need 50 gms per gallon of clear Durabak. You can roller brush (Mohair rollers only) or spray it. It comes in Smooth (greater satin shine) or Textured (matte with crumb rubber in it for non slip surface). I would recommend the smooth one. Xylene is the solvent. Follow instructions on their site.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      Thank you!! I appreciate the info on the roof paint. Ill have to look at getting that soon to help with the longevity of the roof. And I don't cook that much but there isn't anything behind the backsplash, so I could add a vent there in the future. A lot of ups and downs when building the bus too. I appreciate all the positive comments. Thank you for that! I do plan on listing it on Airbnb next year once I find a good place to park it.

  • @torriebrown9607
    @torriebrown9607 Рік тому +3

    What a prefect home❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @FauxiFox
    @FauxiFox Рік тому +1

    Its a fantastic idea to allow people to try bus life!

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thanks! Yeah a little experience of Buslife!

  • @darondatoole7439
    @darondatoole7439 Рік тому +4

    Impressive

  • @DigitalSwagg
    @DigitalSwagg Рік тому +1

    Sweet build and the space, layout and design are well executed. I like the vans but I feel the schoolies are the way to go. Great job.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thank you so much!! Appreciate that!

  • @jadarose3370
    @jadarose3370 Рік тому +1

    WOW! Talk about a wicked cool home. This guy literally thought of EVERYTHING! There's so many brilliant ideas going on & it's gorgeous. This guy took a vision of a bus you'd dream about & brought it to life. 💛🚉🌻

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!

  • @earthangel2590
    @earthangel2590 Рік тому +1

    Just Wow!!!!!

  • @dejonpusha8445
    @dejonpusha8445 Рік тому +2

    Probably one of the best buses I’ve seen !!

  • @rbnhood39
    @rbnhood39 Рік тому +3

    Your build looks amazing. I love the color and the mid-entry door. One of the best designs I’ve seen and I’ve seen a few.

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms Рік тому +5

    This is a beautiful build. You have designed a lovely home. Thanks for sharing.

  • @GlendaNorris-qx3in
    @GlendaNorris-qx3in Рік тому +3

    Young man, awesome job. Thank you for sharing.

  • @gailm1122
    @gailm1122 Рік тому +2

    Great home!

  • @RichardCockerill
    @RichardCockerill Рік тому +1

    bloody amazing.....what a beautiful bus......

  • @law81669
    @law81669 Рік тому +6

    I'm in love! ❤️ Beautiful bus build! Thank you, Patrick and Dan, for sharing 🥰

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much!

    • @conniejones6697
      @conniejones6697 Рік тому +2

      @@DanZalinsky I love your build very clever

    • @law81669
      @law81669 Рік тому +2

      @DanZalinsky I like how you moved the door more to the middle it looks more house like, and now you can have a passenger seat, great job 👍

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +2

      @@law81669 Yeah Im glad I moved it. Makes the whole interior a lot easier to use. And having someone up front is really nice!

    • @lansleyc
      @lansleyc Рік тому

      Your skoolie is great, probably the best I have seen. Decoration and layout is really good. Thanks for sharing.

  • @pamelabranch5865
    @pamelabranch5865 Рік тому +2

    This is awesome

  • @maryannbarrett5657
    @maryannbarrett5657 Рік тому +2

    Awesome build, love your bus❤!

  • @adventuresofsoulmanandlitt4573

    Very Nice build!

  • @paigepyrtko7079
    @paigepyrtko7079 Рік тому +4

    Loved this tour! What an incredibly thought out Skoolie! Thanks for sharing!!

  • @WideAwakeTravels
    @WideAwakeTravels Рік тому +1

    Great build!

  • @EdgarPerez-yv7et
    @EdgarPerez-yv7et Рік тому +2

    Great gob 😊

  • @sisterautumnlathon1228
    @sisterautumnlathon1228 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful

  • @scottthejeepguy7499
    @scottthejeepguy7499 Рік тому +3

    Nice build sir, very nice, GREAT job Patrick. Thanks for sharing.

  • @RosemaryMcgee-l6e
    @RosemaryMcgee-l6e Рік тому +2

    Very nice

  • @bencuraza6503
    @bencuraza6503 Рік тому +1

    Both of you Thank You for Sharing your Mobile Home on Wheels. Very Comfortable for All the Creature Comforts of a house. Great Job❤

  • @lanalou77
    @lanalou77 7 місяців тому +1

    Wow! Best I’ve seen! Love it all! Especially ac and flushing toilet!

  • @brettb8825
    @brettb8825 Рік тому +1

    Well done! I wish I was capable of relocating the door and raising the roof on a school bus. I'd start one tomorrow!!

  • @KattEyl
    @KattEyl Рік тому +2

    Really nice

  • @ekdaufin1485
    @ekdaufin1485 Рік тому +2

    Looks like a lot of light comes in on the sides of the blackout curtains.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Yeah there is some light that passes though. I was able to turn the brackets around so the shades are closer to the window.

  • @leonardcroft1467
    @leonardcroft1467 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Patrick
    Very Nice Schoolie Build ..

  • @h.a.barker412
    @h.a.barker412 Рік тому +2

    Wow, beautifully done!😮👍🥰

  • @veritomg3609
    @veritomg3609 Рік тому +1

    Hermoso! Sólo me quedó la duda... Dónde se sientan para comer? Está la mesa pero no están los asientos

  • @pnwusa
    @pnwusa Рік тому +2

    brilliant and beautiful bus build. continued travel mercies and blessings. 🕊

  • @tammycruz8189
    @tammycruz8189 Рік тому +1

    This is a gorgeous build.

  • @joannorman6039
    @joannorman6039 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely gorgeous

  • @samsonthehairless8393
    @samsonthehairless8393 Рік тому +1

    Very nice. I would love to do a similar project. One issue I would flag as a major problem is that his design introduces a problem when crossing roads or rail lines, being that he may high center the bus.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thank you. The top only measures 11' 6". Most bridges are 13' 6". I havent had an issue with it yet.

    • @samsonthehairless8393
      @samsonthehairless8393 Рік тому +1

      @@DanZalinsky Hi. Thanks for the reply. High centering a vehicle happens when the vehicle in question attempts to cross a raised cross traffic lane like a rail crossing with insufficient ramp grade. A good example would be flat deck tractor trailer stuck (high centered) on the rail tracks then subsequently hit.

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      @@samsonthehairless8393 Ahh I see. Havent had any issues with that. And hopefully I wont.

  • @r8edrv4fun65
    @r8edrv4fun65 Рік тому +1

    Jack knife sofa with futon mattress. Jack-knife sofas were around before hide-a-bed couches. Looks like they're making a comeback. 😊

  • @lindamarie6574
    @lindamarie6574 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful job!

  • @laurieshaw1462
    @laurieshaw1462 Рік тому +1

    Really love this!!

  • @fiwalker6690
    @fiwalker6690 Рік тому +2

    Love it well thought out like the duct air conditioning system awesome work

  • @joanies6778
    @joanies6778 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful build!

  • @janpiper3068
    @janpiper3068 Рік тому +2

    Beautifully built .

  • @Humbirdhippo5475
    @Humbirdhippo5475 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic design. Very practical, nice finishes. Well thought out. I’d love to see a close off the the back bed, but other than that- couldn’t ask for more. 👏

  • @paula...sister1of12
    @paula...sister1of12 Рік тому +2

    WOW! That’s a pretty bus! Love the epoxy table. He did a great job.

  • @bassplayer19853
    @bassplayer19853 Рік тому +1

    The only safety concern I would have, is someway to fix the child safety lock for the shower. Just in case kinda thing where it would swing up and lock while in the shower. May never happen, but need a way out just in case

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      lol that was a fear of mine when I first installed them. I started with just one, and the door swung open on a turn. So if one does close when im in the shower you can just force the door open and the latch will break. So im not so worried about that happening now.

  • @AIWitty_AIW
    @AIWitty_AIW Рік тому +1

    Awsm design. Logical and beautiful at the same time.

  • @SilviaGaray-yx1rn
    @SilviaGaray-yx1rn Рік тому +2

    Beautiful Design 👏👏👏

  • @Carolanne1926
    @Carolanne1926 Рік тому +2

    Very well planned out design you thought of everything that others wouldn't of it looks awesome

  • @carolz5090
    @carolz5090 Рік тому +3

    Patrick, this build is a BEAST. Can’t think of a damn thing that’s missing and it has some that never occurred to me like duct work. C’mon now!

  • @lindamartin2045
    @lindamartin2045 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful video. Very homey bus. Thank you guys.

  • @rickeydenler4272
    @rickeydenler4272 Рік тому +3

    Really nice !

  • @synthiachance1577
    @synthiachance1577 Рік тому +1

    Love it❤❤❤

  • @Crazetrtle_NotTTK
    @Crazetrtle_NotTTK 9 місяців тому

    That shower is amazing!!!!

  • @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer
    @RevdUp.Art.Fotografer Рік тому +1

    Nice bus. It's the first I've seen with a bed loft for guests.

  • @grannyanderson5063
    @grannyanderson5063 Рік тому +3

    Wow! Amazing built. I hope that I could afford to purchase this bus or another of his builds. He's very skilled and talented. ❤

  • @rcrook9000
    @rcrook9000 Рік тому +1

    I have a class c rv (coachmen freelander) and this layout is almost exactly the same. Well done, it's really well made!

  • @amybailey7774
    @amybailey7774 Рік тому +1

    I know this was costly I love it

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thanks!! Not as expensive as you would think.

  • @carolhieter3916
    @carolhieter3916 Рік тому +1

    Very nice!

  • @reesme417
    @reesme417 Рік тому +1

    Love it but could you have logistically put the washer dryer across from kitchen instead of toilet and then shower and then toilet closer to the back? How much would you rent it for?

    • @reesme417
      @reesme417 Рік тому

      @DanZalinsky

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому +1

      The issue with that is there is a wheel well under where the washer/dryer would go. So I would have no place to plumb the toilet in that location.

  • @mcdeland
    @mcdeland Рік тому +1

    Fantastic build! I see two ac issues fyi, the back bed is below the return air meaning all warm air is suucked right thru the sleeping area, then the air vent above the bed needs to be moved away from the return air. As it is, the cold air from the vent will be sucked into the return air. This is inefficient and makes controlling the temp more difficult. Costs more too.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  Рік тому

      Thanks for the feedback

    • @DanZalinsky
      @DanZalinsky Рік тому

      Thank you! I can see how that might be an issue. But I havent had an issue keeping the entire bus at a certain temperature.

  • @elainelipscomb1476
    @elainelipscomb1476 8 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely great bus.I wouldn't rent out people are not good when renting
    I know from experience...🎉🎉

  • @thereminpitchknob4059
    @thereminpitchknob4059 Рік тому +2

    Great Skoolie. Show us the inside of the back door where you put the inside component of the mini split.

  • @cassandrareed5959
    @cassandrareed5959 Рік тому +2

    I love this build ❤

  • @kayakRnann
    @kayakRnann Рік тому +2

    Awesome build! Thanks for sharing! 😊❤️