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Perfectly fitted out motor home Solar, shower, fridge, sink, stove, excellent double mattress, boot underneath, lots of storage Please TEXT on 7921 re any... Besides the overhead cabinets and the small side table, Gracie and Dylan also installed a small wooden rack. Although it was originally set up to cover some exposed nails from the closet beside the bed, it ended up being a beautiful space to display Gracie's gorgeous stones and crystals.
The first step was to unscrew every one of the tiny bolts on the Coaster to remove its original chairs, floor, walls, and ceiling. Next, they removed the minibus's insulation to make sure the vehicle was properly prepared for the transformation. After giving the matter some thought, the couple decided to jump in with both feet. They grabbed the keys to their new vehicle and hopped inside. Of course, though, they had their fair share of reservations.
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The beautiful finishing touch was a layer of vinyl floorboards. Instagram via @drive_onthewildsideAfter removing all the old parts out of the old minibus, Gracie and Dylan took care of any damage and rust that remained. Then they used foam ply panels as a new foundation for their future home, which would provide insulation underneath the final layer they would later install. Young couple Gracie and Dylan always dreamed of exploring Australia.
The couple got quite creative in planning the bedroom in their future motorhome. Not only would the space be used for their sleeping mattress, but it would also contain a storage unit. Since the bed was elevated, it left plenty of space underneath it to install cupboards and drawers. We opted to go completely custom, and build everything ourselves. The only thing we decided against doing ourselves, was a bathroom cubicle which was purchased from Custom Coaster Conversions.
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Of course, the soon-to-be motorhome wouldn't be of any use to the couple on the road without a functioning bathroom. However, the bus' small size didn't allow the couple much room to get fancy with their bathroom. So, they were only able to set up a toilet and shower in the tiny space and had to wash their hands in the kitchen.
The couple's DIY project was finally completed almost 1 year after they bought the Toyota Coaster with the dream of converting it into a motorhome. At long last, the vehicle looked and felt like a real home. Even the driver and passenger seats got an improved look. We can probably agree with Dylan and Gracie that bare insulation foam boards and metal frames weren't the best finishing look for their ceilings. They wanted their motorhome to feel cozy, so they decided to cover the unfinished ceiling with some panels made of fine wood. What used to be a minibus was now looking like the future home they had in mind.
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They used the leftover pieces of wood from the project, sanded them for a finished look, and inserted them beside the solar panels. Instagram via @drive_onthewildsideThe couple wanted the bathroom to be waterproof, so they used a fiberglass shell that they bought from Custom Coasters Conversions. Dylan placed the shell securely in the base he built for it and later installed the room's toilet and shower. As for the plumbing, the couple had help from a friend. This is where you need to know your dimensions, so you can accurately draw up your space.
Plus, the couch has cushions that are easy to clean in case one adventure got a little too messy. Instagram via @drive_onthewildsideThe couple used a clever trick to make the inside of the minibus seem more spacious. They painted the walls, ceiling, cupboards, and drawers in white and added tan edges and handles to the cabinets and storage areas.
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Their vision slowly began to turn into reality after they decided to buy a minibus and convert it into a home. TOYOTA HILUX GGN15R 07 UPGRADE 2007Toyota Hilux 07 dual cab,V6 multi point f/i 5 Speed manual Finished in unmarked stunning metalic black. TOYOTA CAMRY MCV20R 2001Toyota Camry Sedan 2001 Comfort and reliability. Full Toyota service history, six months registration, good tyres,... 1985 Toyota Liteace Van/MinivanTOYOTA LITACE LO-TOP Model 1985 YM21 8 seats Dual Fuel - Fair Condition AU$ 2,000 OR Best Offer Please call after... We thought going completely custom was going to be the best option for us.
There will be gas bottles and solar, a hot water system, water tanks and batteries, all the requirements to live off the grid and spend most of our time free camping. Designing the floor plan for your motorhome can be tough but getting it right will save you time and effort during the building stages. Instagram via @drive_onthewildsideGracie and Dylan gave the cabinet a nice finishing touch with a rattan sheet that covered the door. Although the minibus makeover took them longer to complete than planned, the couple could finally see that all their hard work had paid off. Every detail in their small new home was carefully thought out. As for the cabinet frame that was set up beside the space for the couple's bed, it's now a completely finished cupboard where electrical boxes and messy cables can be hidden from sight.
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Nearly a year after they took on the impressive project, the couple saw their vision become reality when the final look of their motorhome was finished. Their creativity allowed them to turn an old vehicle into a stunning mobile home. In the photo below is a peek at the finished kitchen, the bedroom, and small lounging area. Instagram via @drive_onthewildsideAfter the solar panels were installed, there was a bit of room left on the roof for fun. The couple added a small rooftop deck that was just large enough to fit two!
We have had to design the bus so we still had a large enough lounge to rug up on and watch a good movie or two, with a reasonable size TV and soundbar. Despite Shane’s best efforts, a 43inch TV would not fit. Shane and I both want the finer things in life, normally reserved for a large house, squeezed into our beautiful bus to be taken on the road.
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