Ever dreamt of transforming a bus into your own tiny home on wheels? We did, and this is our 2-year bus conversion journey documented raw and real! Get ready for a roller coaster ride of demolition, DIY projects, unexpected hiccups, and ultimately, HUGE satisfaction. From the moment we laid eyes on our dusty bus, to the triumphant day we moved in, witness the blood, sweat, and (a few happy) tears that went into making this dream a reality. Follow along as we: Bring home our carefully selected bus. Strip it down to the bones: Witness the messy (but necessary) demolition process. Design and build: Get a sneak peek into our creative decisions and DIY solutions. Overcome challenges: Learn from our mistakes and celebrate our victories. Move in and hit the road: Experience the first steps of our nomadic adventure! This video is more than just a bus conversion. It's about family, adventure, and chasing your dreams, no matter how crazy they seem. Ready to be inspired? Subscribe for more adventures, tips, and laughs as we explore New Zealand and beyond in our DIY dream bus! ----------------------------------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL @RadiantBuslife?sub_confirmation=1 ---------------------------------------------------- 💫 Get Starlink RV - Best Roaming Internet ever! FREE one month subscription when you use this link. ------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Social Media ------------------------------------------------- Instagram Facebook Visit our Website Chapters 00:00 Bringing our new bus home 00:25 Demolition begins - stripping out seats. 01:30 Walk through bus - all seats out 02:30 Preparing for roof raise 03:10 Raising the roof 04:41 Preparing for fiberglass panels 05:58 Preparing for Paint (outside) 06:57 Pre-wiring 12v 07:11 Blacking out windows 07:34 Internal Framing 08:01 Pre-wiring 230v 08:35 Spray foam insulation 10:23 Internal lining 10:49 Kitchen Design 12:10 Internal painting 13:07 Internal walls begin 13:41 Kitchen joinery 14:02 Bathroom plumbing 14:19 Flooring design & install 15:19 New couch squabs & new oven 15:34 Sewing window coverings 15:54 Painting bunkroom headboards 16:34 Roof wiring and Solar Panels 17:04 Bedroom, Hallway & Bathroom Door 18:22 FINISHED Walk-through Keywords: Tiny Living, Off-Grid, DIY Bus Conversion, Family Travel, New Zealand, Homeschooling, Road Schooling, Adventure Travel, Camping Bus Life, Travel, Family Adventure, Before & After, Timelapse, Building Tips, Mistakes & Solutions
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