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Old 05-02-2016, 01:10 PM   #1
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Ceiling height and Bus recommendations? HALP

Hello!

I posted this questionnin the newbie section, but thought it would be better suited here.

First, it's SO nice to feel less insane. Everyone thinks I'm nuts when I tell them I'm looking at busses to convert into a tiny home.

Second, I need a bit of help!
I'm ok with a 6' ceiling, but the boyfriend is 6'3". Which busses tend to come with a higher ceiling? I would really love to not need to raise the roof at all, as I'm looking at adding a roof deck, and have very tiny finances.

Hello and thank you in advance!

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Old 05-02-2016, 02:21 PM   #2
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Old 05-02-2016, 02:33 PM   #3
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Hahaha. But this one is so nice!
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Old 05-02-2016, 02:38 PM   #4
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I think Tango may have some advice on a quick relocation to Texas....... Oh wait, Everything is BIGGER in Texas, right?
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Maybe even the busses!
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Old 05-02-2016, 03:31 PM   #6
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The Thomas bus I have has a 6'6" ceiling height. For those in particular, look at the hump in the front of the roof:



If it humps upward, its tall inside, if down, its 6'. DO NOT get a 6' inner height bus if he is 6'3, it will be absolutely miserable!
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Old 05-02-2016, 03:36 PM   #7
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I make tall women walk with their knees bent so the height difference isn't so noticeable.
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I make tall women walk with their knees bent so the height difference isn't so noticeable.
Hahaha! Maybe I should do the same to him. XD

Also funny to note that I'm searching for a higher hump.

Thank youfor the tip!! It is much appreciated.
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