Johnny recently upgraded to a detachable truck camping bed to enhance his adventure sports travels. A couple of years prior, he hopped on the nomadic life train by building out a shuttle bus conversion to pursue adventure sports. And while that setup worked, he decided the bus-plus-car was too long, and he wanted something he could get around with more easily.
That led him to a truckbed camper that he could remove from his flatbed truck when he wanted to get around! This model comes with a bump out that gives his dogs more space to move around the home. So far, he’s loving the upgrade!
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Upgrading from Shuttle Bus to Detachable Truck Camping Bed!
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Long before the modern tiny house movement, there were the famous housetrucks of the 1970s. These mobile homes were popular in both the United States and New Zealand. When James came across one, he had to have it—even though it no longer ran.
Because the truck is now stationary, James and his partner Lucy have created a lovely outdoor living area to extend their space. It includes an exterior shower attached to the truck, a separate glass “bathhouse” with a large bathtub that waters plants, and a patio area around a wood stove for entertaining. Their setup demonstrates how a vintage housetruck can anchor a creative homestead.
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Vintage New Zealand Housetruck Given New Life
The exterior shows the classic housetruck aesthetic that made these vehicles so appealing in their era. James acquired this piece of tiny house history for just $500, then had it moved into place while working for a trucking company.
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Man, talk about a heart-wrenching and inspiring story! Andrew Muse left home after high school and hit the road. Eventually he saved up for a truck and truck camper which he and his dog, Booter, used to travel the country and live in all kinds of amazing places.
But on a trip home, he got in a horrible car crash that totaled his home, destroyed all his belongings, and sadly, killed his dog.
Somehow, despite having lost everything, Andrew got back on his feet and spent nearly two years building the most incredible truck home! He took his time to make sure this next rig was the best yet. Now he, his girlfriend, and their dog Kicker travel and enjoy all kinds of adventure sports, which he documents on his YouTube channel here.
You’ll love the video tour from Jenna at Tiny House Giant Journey which you can watch at the end of the post.
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Andrew’s Adventure Truck Build
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Converting old trucks and buses into tiny houses offers an alternative path to mobile living that bypasses traditional building codes. These vehicle-based dwellings can include multiple levels, permanent additions, and custom interiors while maintaining the option to relocate. The approach transforms affordable used vehicles into unique homes.
Conversion Possibilities
- Base Vehicles: School buses, commercial trucks, vans
- Additions: Upper floors, roof extensions, slide-outs
- Interior: Full custom build-out to owner specifications
- Mobility: Drivable or towable depending on condition
- Stealth Option: Can be designed to attract less attention
Truck House with Second Story
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