Conversion Encyclopedia - Floor Plans

[Njsurf73]

Originally Posted by Brewerbob

I've heard the same. No idea if there's any truth to it. I doubt there's a hard fast rule that applies to every park. Some roads, some camper spots, etc sure. But no 40 footers? Phfft. The coaches are as much as 45 feet.

Most private campgrounds have limitations some even prohibit Skoolies. Each National Park is different and the size limitation is based on Spaces they have. I think I read somewhere that about 95% of national parks can accommodate a 40 ft camper. And some of the more limited ones only up to 30 ft. If you have a park in mind it wouldn't be a bad idea to call first because most of them are limited to how many spaces they can fit a large camper, even if they say they can accommodate up to a 40-footer

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[Brewerbob]

Originally Posted by Njsurf73

Most private campgrounds have limitations some even prohibit Skoolies. Each National Park is different and the size limitation is based on Spaces they have. I think I read somewhere that about 95% of national parks can accommodate a 40 ft camper. And some of the more limited ones only up to 30 ft. If you have a park in mind it wouldn't be a bad idea to call first because most of them are limited to how many spaces they can fit a large camper, even if they say they can accommodate up to a 40-footer

Private campground can go to hell. Wait, private campgrounds are hell. Can you go to hell when you are hell???

I plan on visiting ALL the National Parks (and more). Eventually I'd like to hit all the parks, seashores, trails, monuments, battlefields, etc.

[rejjr7]

I love that this thread is still going! We just bought a Thomas 78 passenger and here's our floorplan, it needs tweaking but its getting there.

[Tango]

...and don't forget all the Corps of Engineers parks...

[Brewerbob]

After finishing the Nationals, I'd go on a one state park per state tour. There's also the Pan-American Hwy on the bucket list. I'll run out of bucket long before running out of list.

[tobeamiss]

Originally Posted by rejjr7

I love that this thread is still going! We just bought a Thomas 78 passenger and here's our floorplan, it needs tweaking but its getting there.

I like your Floorplan. I'm also going to cut out that center aisle thing and have a zigzag kind of plan. This leaves more privacy in the back.
How long is your bus? That's alot of windows.

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[cwol97401]

Originally Posted by davehearn

This thread goes back to 2004!!!

Had to jump in on this one. In the early planning stages for a Thomas or Blue-Bird conversion. No idea when I can pick up a bus but wanted to work on SOMETHING, so I created a floor plan.

Let me know if you have any suggestions or advice.

The arched door in front, won't there need to be a gap about it so the door is short enough to slide into the partition Walls?

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[paulnack]

Originally Posted by Njsurf73

Most private campgrounds have limitations some even prohibit Skoolies. Each National Park is different and the size limitation is based on Spaces they have. I think I read somewhere that about 95% of national parks can accommodate a 40 ft camper. And some of the more limited ones only up to 30 ft. If you have a park in mind it wouldn't be a bad idea to call first because most of them are limited to how many spaces they can fit a large camper, even if they say they can accommodate up to a 40-footer

Someone has done the research for us...
Ideal RV Length for Fitting into National Park Campsites - Camper Report

[syntel]

Originally Posted by thesaltydog24

We need to re-kick start this thread I would like to see what everyone else is doing.

here is mine so far


Chris

What program did you use?

[Shuburger]

Originally Posted by CanadianSkoolee

Here's what I plan to do for my families Skoolie. My son turns 16 this month so by the time our bus is ready he'll be at least 18 years old and I felt he would definitely need his own space rather than some cramped up bunk.
Also I've read about RE skoolies that have accidents and there isn't much protection for the driver so I decided that a Push Bar would at least give the driver a chance to make it out of an accident alive and hopefully in one piece. That would be me 99% of the time, but still it could be my wife or son and that's not an option.

Hope you like it and please comment on it.

Kelly John

I quite like the separate sleeping areas and how the kitchen is laid out! Nicely done. Any after pics?

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[Shuburger]

Originally Posted by Hobotang

Anyone using an mobile app to create floor plans? I've dabbled in a Sketchup, but I think the learning curve will be too much for me.


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I've found some success with an app called magicplan. Very usable free, probably can do a whole bus, paid features included various file type outputs and expanded library of furniture, windows and such. I'll post my layout for an example.

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[Shuburger]

Spent about an hour on this layout. However I am familiar with the app already. It's called magicplan, not sure if it's available for Apple. I use Android. I did realize you have to purchase the plan (less than$5) to export.

I need to measure where the wheel wells are but even if it falls in the doorway to the bedroom it might work. That door is currently a pocket or sliding door.
Single beds would be (3) Murphy bunks of a sort that could be designed as couches for travel use as well. Bathroom all tile for walk in shower with curtains on clothes washer and compost toilet.
Storage under bed...

Just brought home the bus last week! '82 Ford b700 bluebird retired party bus.

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[paulnack]

What size bed are you using? Queens and kings are 80" long, not leaving a lot of room to walk by the foot of the bed.

[Shuburger]

Originally Posted by paulnack

What size bed are you using? Queens and kings are 80" long, not leaving a lot of room to walk by the foot of the bed.

Good question! Probably a queen. Bed orientation is flexible. I would have to into that issue eventually. Thanks for pointing that out.

I've thought of custom making a bed... We'll see

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[Robin97396]

That floorplan looks nice, No bowling alley,

[Brewerbob]

Originally Posted by Paul

Someone has done the research for us...
Ideal RV Length for Fitting into National Park Campsites - Camper Report

RVs up to 12′ in length

My car is more than 12 feet long!!

Originally Posted by Shuburger

I've thought of custom making a bed... We'll see

To custom make a bed you need a foam mattress and a knife. Done!!

Might have to run the rear bathroom idea past the gf.

[Tango]

Electric carving knives work great on foam, BTW.

[Twigg]

Originally Posted by Tango

Electric carving knives work great on foam, BTW.

Yes they do.

Pick a day when your wife is visiting her mother

ps ... that's also a good day to get the brake rotors in the dishwaher, and those small powder-coating jobs in the oven

[Brewerbob]

Originally Posted by Tango

Electric carving knives work great on foam, BTW.

On mattress foam yes. Talk to Robin about spray foam and electric knives.

[Robin97396]

That's a whole different subject. Spray foam is not = to memory foam.