Products I've used in my budget bus conversion project in Australia
So, what I've used in my budget bus conversion project in Australia?
Bus conversion products can be household quality due to available space which makes it easier to replace from any appliance or hardware store if needed.
As anyone who has done a van or bus conversion - it always takes longer and there are more decisions and money than you initially think. Of course this depends on your level of skill in fabrication and fitout ... but the first time with little DIY skills has certainly been a learning curve.
With all these products and choices quite a bit of research and creativity goes into it and the decision fatigue is real at times ... If you've any tips yourself I'd love to hear them.
If there is anything you're curious about that isn't mentioned here please send a quick message & I'll answer anything I can. I've recently included services (Tradies) I've used along the way.
Interior Fitout
Ventilation:
Sirocco Swivel Fans x 6 - Anaconda
Fan's Installed in Ceiling Hatches
Split system A/C - Betta Electrical
Internal Bathroom/Laundry:
Outdoor Products
Folding Metal mesh-top tables - Anaconda
Camp chairs - https://amzn.to/3LKqfLm (Adjustable high-back)
Laundry
Collapsible clothes hanging point - https://amzn.to/446n0nJ
Outdoor Collapsible Clothes Lines - https://amzn.to/4phtRmJ
Utilities
Power / Electrical System
Bluetti Solar and Backup - 48 volt, 5120hrs, 3k watt inverter
- USE Coupon Code: ULTLIFE for 5% off
Bluetti ChargerOne - 50v Alternator Charger
- Use coupon Code: ULTLIFE for 5% off
Solar Rails and Panels 2390 Watts - thanks to ZeroGrid
Portable Air Con - Ecoflow
Water / Plumbing
Triple stage water filter - https://amzn.to/4qX7J2J
Internal Water Pump (tank to taps/shower) -
Submersible inline water pump (for water sources without water pressure) -
Inline water filter (tank filling filter) -
Water Tanks - pending TBC
Appliances & Tech
Security and Driving Cameras - Reolink
UHF radio - installed myself! - AutoPro Barossa
Outdoor Motion-sensor (Animal trap) cameras - Anaconda
Main Internal Fridge (HiSense) &
(Chic) Convertible Chest Fridge/Freezer - Betta Electrical Barossa
Mechanical & Parts
Bin, hatch and door Seals (all needed to be replaced) -
Windscreen wipers - 1 replaced, the other repaired -
Windscreen replacement - pending TBC
Welding for Underbin repairs - TBC
Sheet metal, tube metal and Aluminium (floor replacement to quarter of the subfloor - a huge task!)
- Southern Steel, Gawler
Air Con Bracket fabrication (underbody) - A very clever friend & neighbour
Tyres - checked & approved by ... TyrePower Barossa
SolarShield Roof Paint - Mitre10
Sika, Adhesive & sealers - Soudal
Low Allergy contact adhesive - Soudal
Lots of Sika ! & endless trips & time spent at Bunnings and Mitre10.
SA Diesel Mechanic (still searching for recommendations) - pending
Engineering & signoff - pending
A/C Install - pending
240v Electrical Cert & Install - P. Mohoney
Recreational & Toys
Electric Bicycle (foldable) - TBC
Health, fitness & Suppliments
TBA - this is a rather long list so check back another day to see if I've had time to update it for you.
BusLife Personal Use
TBA - this is a rather long list so check back another day to see if I've had time to update it for you.
