Captured moments from the journey: click any image to view full size.
Fueling Up
Getting fuel for the first time after buying from the previous owner
Leveling Jacks (1)
The Barefoot brand leveling jacks in action. Magic school bus can fly!
Leveling Jacks (2)
Generally parking should be as level as possible before extending the jacks. This was a stress test to ensure they work properly. Photo here as demonstration.
Chalkboard Ceiling
Most of the messages are from people I have never met in prior adventures of this bus, and a few are additions by me and my family and friends. The chalkboard ceiling is only in the front living/driving area, not the back bathroom/bedroom areas.
Undercarriage
Undercarriage and rear wheel, jacked up on blocks during maintenance — suspension in good condition, all brand new tires.
Winch
Electric winch mounted within closet to lift bed platform, to access under-bed storage area. Can be lifted by hand, but this makes it way easier.
Doorway Guardian
Cupcake the cat, gazing out the window. "Pick Flowers & Fights"
New Alternator
Brand new Delco Remy alternator as part of comprehensive electrical system work.
Solar Array
Multiple solar panels mounted on the roof at an angle for optimal sun exposure, alongside a satellite dish — a robust off-grid power setup. Panels optional, discount if they aren't wanted in the purchase.
Under the Hood
Engine bay maintenance: Miss Frizzle getting some love.
Side View
Parked on grass with the side door open, roof AC unit, propane tanks, and potted plants... rustic and functional skoolie life.
Battery Bank
Battle Born 12V lithium battery bank with clean wiring, huge amount of energy storage... Stay Positive!
Old Starter
I replaced the old starter solenoid and aligned the bendix before my long journey from Georgia to Maryland and back
Starter Disassembly
Another photo from the starter solenoid replacement job.
View from the Doorway
Looking out the open doorway onto a sunny field... hanging plants, grey curtains, cozy and peaceful.
Potted Welcome
Frizzle parked in a lush green setting with potted plants on the hood, rooftop AC, and a "Please, Knock LOUD" sign by the door.
Exterior Side View
Before the paint job, she had that classic yellow exterior with black stripes.
Front View
Showing the fresh pine-green repaint, with AC unit and auxiliary LED lights.
Front View (Cropped)
Close-up of the front — ready for off-grid adventure.
Rear and Side
Rear and side view showing Georgia license plate, rear bike rack, and custom roof storage platform.
Dashboard Cat
Cupcake the bus cat in her harness relaxing on the driver's side dashboard — original air/light controls, switches, and gauges still there, partly repurposed for LED hood lights.
Rainy Window
Cozy Cupcake on a custom shelf beside a rain-streaked window, showing the brown leather driver seat.
Night Lights
Night shot: headlights and hood-mounted LED light bars blazing.
