Discover the RV Conversion Lifestyle
Explore expert guides, inspiring build stories, real-world road experiences, and practical DIY knowledge from people living the RV conversion lifestyle every day. From bus, truck, and van builds to travel tips, maintenance, off-grid systems, and full-time road living, our articles are designed to help you build smarter, travel farther, and enjoy the freedom of life on the road.
The Gypsy Wagon – The Story of Dolly Parton’s Bus
Somewhere along the way between the rhinestones, hit records, movies, and sold-out concerts, Dolly Parton discovered that one of her…
Wire – Stranded vs. Non-Stranded in a Converted Vehicle
Post by: MikeH In another post on this Forum, it states that stranded wire is not required but is preferable…
Skoolie Homestead Community in Jessup, Georgia
We created the Skoolie Homestead Community in 2019 to provide a community of like-minded people seeking the nomadic, simple, and…
The Firewood Trap: When Heating Your Bus Becomes a Legal Issue
There's a particular kind of quiet that settles over a converted school bus on a cold morning when the only…
Helga – A Hand Painted 1995 Volvo Totorhome
We named her ‘Helga’. It sounded sturdy and substantial besides. Toni found a definition somewhere that said it meant a…
Should I use Never-Seize (Anti-Seize) on Lug Nuts?
Post by: Barn Owl I subscribe to Fleet Owner Magazine and find that many of their topics also apply to…
How to Choose the Right Bus for Your Do-It-Yourself Conversion Project
The dream of the open road has evolved. No longer confined to expensive, pre-built motorhomes, a new generation of adventurers…
The Rise of Vanlife and Buslife Community Events in 2026
There is something quietly revolutionary about choosing the road as your home. It is not simply a travel decision; it…
What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
“What could possibly go wrong?” has to rate high in the hierarchy of Famous Last Words. The phrase makes for…
The New American Road Life: How Geotrek Built More Than a Van Company
In the American West, there is a particular moment that happens around dusk in camp that never gets old for…
Why Is My Air Dryer Hissing? A Busnut’s Troubleshooting Journey
Post by: Glennman I have a series of green air lines fitted together below the driver's seat that were apparently…
The Ultimate Guide to Full-Time Living in a Converted Bus
The concept of a “home” is undergoing a radical transformation. For many, the traditional American dream of a mortgage and…
What Type of Vehicle Is Best for Traveling and Camping?
What type of vehicle for traveling and camping in, is the focus of this article. Below you will find practical…
Skool Beans Café – A 1996 Thomas Vista American School Bus
I’m Holly. I live in a remote part of Iceland, and you might remember me from an article that I…
Big Dreams, Small Spaces, and the Freedom to Roam
By Gary Hatt Tiny Fest 2026 was held in Costa Mesa, California, on Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19th…
The Wooly Booly Bus – A 2004 Ford E-350 – Moments Many People Only Dream About
My idea of a rich life was never about designer bags, big houses, or fancy cars. To me, true wealth…
Do I Really Need a Generator to Power my Mini-split Air Conditioner?
Post by: Glennman I have a 12 kW Kubota generator (Wrico) installed in my 1974 MCI. I plan to get…
Sniffing out Trouble. Smells Every Bus Driver Should Know.
We were a Traveling Time Warp. The company I worked for had bought the entire fleet of a transit company…
Elvie – Our 4×4 Dually Sprinter Van
I saw a Sprinter adventure van for the first time at OuterBike in Moab, and immediately recognized it as the…
How do you Manage your RV Without a Generator and AC
Post by: Satelliteguy If your rig does not have a generator or any A/C units, other than the original Over-the-Road…
Proven RV Conversion Interior Ideas that Work
A well-planned interior can change how a vehicle feels every day. Smart layouts help turn a simple vehicle into a…
What Bus Conversion Owners Can Learn from Truckers about Route Planning
Converting a bus into your rolling home is an incredible journey full of excitement, challenges, and lots of learning along…
The Sprocket Bus – The Double-Decker Circus Bus
When I bought my double-decker bus in November 1990, I had no idea that I would drive it around the…
Insurance Woes. Does Anybody Have Suggestions?
Post by: scooter01922 Progressive sent me a Dear John letter a few months back, saying they are no longer covering…
How Long Does a Typical RV Conversion Take?
Working on a bus, van, or truck shell to transform it into your own RV that can serve as a…
My $300, One-Day Paint Job
It's not the perfect paint job, but for the $300 I spent, it looks great for the money. I knew…