Jeff Wagg - Podcast Details

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Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 256 10 Unusual Vehicles, Fire Blankets, MC4 Connectors, Osoyoos Desert Forget vans and SUVs! You can build a rig out of anything, and here are some strange ideas. We'll also visit a desert in Canada, put out a fire with a blanket, take apart MC4 connectors, and hear some tales from an old job. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io 1983 Toyota Mini-Cruiser NEWS Jeff on Treasures of Our Town https://treasuresofourtown.buzzsprout.com/2131068/episodes/17001173-the-boring-town-challenge-w-jeff-wagg Camping World Controversy https://www.thestreet.com/retail/largest-rv-dealer-unexpectedly-shuts-down-store-amid-flag-controversy ...

2025-04-3050 min

Treasures of our Town "The Boring Town Challenge" w/ Jeff WaggSend us a textJeff Wagg returns to the podcast with a special travel challenge as he explores three supposedly "boring" American towns and reveals the fascinating stories, attractions, and historical significance hidden within each location.• Bagley, Minnesota (pop. 1,305) offers beautiful Lake Lomond with its haunting loon population, the legend of "Green Jenny," and Minnesota's longest-used prison• Sandwich, New Hampshire (pop. 1,466) served as the filming location for "On Golden Pond" and features incredible fall foliage due to its remarkable biodiversity• Unity, Oregon (pop. 43) wasn't officially a town until 1972 when ranchers needed a water grant...

2025-04-281h 09

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 220 TOLLS, Cold Bed, Arco, Casino Parking, Japanese Wood Burning For whom the toll bells? It's YOU. We need to have a talk about this. We'll also explore Arco, Idaho, sleep in a casino parking lot, burn some wood artistically, and review some magnentic shades. Simon Wagg manipulating nuclear material (ish) at EBR-1. NEWS Homeless Camping Ban https://crosscut.com/news/2024/06/after-scotus-decision-wa-homeless-camping-bans-may-gain-traction Solid State Batteries https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AZRPItAsfA Sprinter Recall https://www.autoevolution.com/news/mercedes-benz-sprinter-vans-recalled-over-rear-axle-issue-237010.html PRODUCT REVIEW Zatooto Magnetic Curtains https://amzn.to/3Se32lb A...

2024-07-1838 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 217 Hipcamp, Female Trucking, Awnings, Fossil Museum, Propane Fix TWO Main features this week, how to deal with the heat and how to deal with pests. Then we'll slow down and enjoy some coffee mugs, learn about the two different fridge types, encounter some bad stones, visiting a firefighting museum and enjoy Kira and the Survival Pod. Fisher Wagg's New Song! https://fisherwagg.bandcamp.com/track/when-you-get-home Good Morning Goats! HIPCAMP Hipcamp - like AirBnB for your vanlife https://www.hipcamp.com/ NEWS Camper Van Make It Home Game https://store.steampowered.com/app/2843190/Camper_Van_Mak...

2024-06-2640 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 208 YES you can have AC!, Large Bladder, Adam Savage, Custom Mattress Folks, it's time to consider having AC for your van. Off Grid! It's never been more possible, but it's still not easy. We'll also look at a large water bladder, visit some space junk, find a mattress solution and hear a story about a Mythbuster. Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Adam Savage, Hal Bidlack and Jeff Wagg. Photo by She...

2024-04-2438 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 194 Insurance, Water Pumps, Devils Ice Box, Weathertech, Blue Highways, Danger in Tangier How should you insure your rig? I don't have an answer, but I lay out the framework so you can find the best solution for you. We'll also visit the Devil's Icebox, check out Blue Highways, experience "danger" in Tangier, and test out some floor mats. New YouTube Video WHERE IS JEFF WRAPUP? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZ7vEVq8_qc Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 This places is dangerous! Or so...

2024-01-1044 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 192 Maintenance for an Old Van, VPNs, Cellular Trail Cams, Shark Attack, Play WHERE IS JEFF? https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0iC-g2r6yt/ This podcast is also available on YouTube. Winnebago has an eRV prototype - can you build your own? We'll discuss. We'll also revisit the idea of having battery powered devices instead of one big battery, visit a place where they worship wood, and complain about clay pot heaters once again. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details a...

2023-12-1328 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 191 Can you have an EV Campervan?, Pocket Batteries, Huatulco Wood, Clay Pot Heaters, Reservation Kindness Play WHERE IS JEFF? https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0iC-g2r6yt/ This podcast is also available on YouTube. Winnebago has an eRV prototype - can you build your own? We'll discuss. We'll also revisit the idea of having battery powered devices instead of one big battery, visit a place where they worship wood, and complain about clay pot heaters once again. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details a...

2023-12-0731 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 190 Winter Realities, 2FA Problem, Insta360 One X, Treasures of Our Town, Canal Crying, Big Robs List This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/y1sOShiy-1w Winter vanlife can be great! But you need to be prepared. We'll help. We'll also solve a 2FA problem, review a strange and wonderful camera, visit another podcast, hear a heartwarming tale from Panama, and read Big Rob's List. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) Travel with us on the Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic! Details at: bit.ly/CofCDanube24 If you'd like to support this p...

2023-11-3038 min

Treasures of our Town Aurora's across America: A VanLife Journey with Jeff WaggSend us a textJoin us as we hit the road with Jeff Wagg, host of the 'Built to Go' a vanlife podcast, and adventure junkie. This episode takes you on an enthralling journey, traversing the length and breadth of the United States and Canada. As we venture into the lesser-known towns of America (Named Aurora), Jeff regales us with extraordinary tales from his van life experiences. He shares his intriguing encounters, from a buried Alien in Texas to his nostalgic visit to West Virginia and the fascinating history of Aurora Nevada, a ghost town once home...

2023-11-271h 07

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 180 How to Be An American in Canada, Wiper Trick, CN Tower Edge Walk, Questo This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wrSkvs0s_dQ Be nice when you go to Canada, Eh? Americans have a reputation, and it's not always good. There are things you can do to show those Canadians that Americans are nice too. We'll also show a quick tip to extend wiper blade life, try an interesting app called Questo, defy death at crazy heights, and spend a night in the airport parking lot. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd lik...

2023-09-0630 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 176 Ten Things Jeff Was Wrong About, Cargo Net, Bad Art, Windows, Haitian Exchange This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoxdNAWRyfE I was wrong! 10 times! Time to 'fess up. We'll also visit Haiti, as well as the Museum of Bad Art. And we'll find a great source for RV windows, talk about a way to stay safe, and review some clever peg board from IKEA. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Vanlife, Chicago-style. A Place to Visit Museum of...

2023-08-1028 min

FnA Van Life #111 From Daydream to Dream Life How We Got Into Van Life with Jeff Wagg from Built to Go!Become part of the FnA Community, Join our Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/fnavanlife Jeff Wagg is the amazing host of Built to Go! a van life podcast you can and should check out here: https://open.spotify.com/show/7LVDUu68iZ1wGRSoy86HeE Today Jeff is interviewing us about how we got on the road and what our plans are for the future. Big things are coming to FnA!! Pick up your copy of the Van Life Book: https://www.amzn.to/2MAN2uL Our YouTube Channel: https://www.y...

2023-02-0553 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 101 Good News for Vanlife, New England Aquarium, Nice Ladder, iOverlander Problem, The Lady in Black 10 bits of GOOD NEWS for Vanlife! A visit to the New England Aquarium, a review of a nice ladder, an encounter with The Lady in Black, and a serious iOverlander Problem This episode has NEW MUSIC. If you'd like to hear what Simon Wagg made for Season 2, listen past the credits for the full suite! A tank at The New England Aquarium FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at bu...

2021-12-0137 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 097a A Week Off, Pantophobia Apologies, but I need to take a week off and focus on some other things. I’ll be back next week with more #vanlife goodness! In the meantime, you may be interested in this episode of Pantophobia, a podcast I produced a few years ago, that deals with people’s fears and how they overcome them. See you next week! Averil is afraid of stepping on fish—especially fish that jump out of aquariums unexpectedly. It happened to her sister-in-law once! Pantophobia Main Page Hosts: Jeff Wagg Je...

2021-10-2725 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 083 Propane or Batteries? Cawker City, The Mattress, Least Icky Toilet, Dome Light Power, Amarine Switch BlockCan you have a rig with just electric and no propane? Sure! But do you want to? We look at the pros and cons of electric and LPG and make a recommendation. We'll also visit Cawker City, KS, home of a few odd things, take power from the dome light, explore the least icky toilet, review the American 8-gang switch block, and take "Tales" to the mattresses. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.)

2021-07-1432 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 082 Sprinter Lawsuit, XX Starts Countdown, Dometic Cassette Toilet, Midwest Petroglyphs, Free CuttingIf you own or have ever owned a 2010-2016 Sprinter, you may have a check coming - a BIG one... and how can you avoid the "countdown of doom" on your diesel dashboard? We review the 2.6 gallon Dometic cassette toilet, visit some rock drawings in Minnesota, and explain how to get other people to cut your wood for free. :) FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.) Sprinter Class Action If...

2021-07-0729 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 081 New Van Already? Shore Power Auto Eject, No Cook Meals, Coffee Sacks, Do As I Say, Not As I Do!Have you noticed that your favorite #vanlife folks don't actually keep their vans very long? Let's explore that... and also enjoy some no-cook meals during these hot days. And lest we drive away while hooked up to a power pole, we'll take a look at auto-eject ports. And find creative uses for old coffee bags. And... I go against a LOT of advice I've given. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.) ...

2021-06-3030 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 080 10 Weird Tips, The Basin, Brita Stream, Cautionary Tale, Fuses and WiresTime for a listicle! 10 tips you may not have seen before. We'll also visit Thoreau's favorite spot in New England, review the Brita Stream, tell a tale of car mechanics and endagered kids, and explain the relationship between Fuses and Wires. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.) 10 Weird Things (Links) 512GB USB Mini Stick Cheapest: https://amzn.to/2TYv34P Faster (the one I use): https://amzn...

2021-06-2231 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 079 Dealing with Urine, This to That, Mermet Springs, Compleats, Oil ChangesPee pee. Wee. Piddle. Whatever you call it, you have to deal with it, and we're going to talk about how. We'll also visit the unexpected Mermet Springs, try some Compleats meals, recommend a oil change schedule, glue This to That, and tell a sad story about homework that doesn't involve a dog. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@collegeofcuriosity), Twitter (@colofcuriosity), and we have a Discord server (invite at top of main page at builttogo.com.) For a full list of the MANY options women have for...

2021-06-1630 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 078 How Cruising is Like Vanlife, Self-Tapping Screw Problem, An Ambulance? Fairbanks Museum, Taxi TaleRecorded on a ship - sorry for the ocean sounds! I recorded this aboard the Celebrity Millennium, the first cruise ship to sail from North America since the pandemic. And you know what? IT'S JUST A BIG VAN! We'll also talk about a problem with self-tapping screws, visit a museum that's a museum itself, and invent a better clothes line, and tell a tale involving Jules Verne, James Bond, and a robot shark. Oh, and all that stuff I said earlier about ambulances? Yeah, we need to have a chat about that. FIND US: We're on...

2021-06-0930 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 077 Breaking Down, Harvest Hosts, Odd VSR Benefit, Lies Across America, Sacramento Pass BLMIn which I breakdown... twice! And what I did to get back on the road. We'll also review Harvest Host, discuss a way that VSR gives you MORE battery capacity, stay at the Sacramento Pass BLM area, and learn about Lies Across America. Hawthorne, Nevada AKA "Boom Town." Breaking Down - OBDII Scanners The one I just got, Innova 3170: https://amzn.to/3fJhEGw ScanGuage II (permanent installation): https://www.scangauge.com/products/scangauge-ii/ A Place to Visit - Sacramento Pass BLM Camping Really nice, free place to camp on the Utah/Nevada border. https://ww...

2021-06-0234 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 076 Rest Area Legality, USB C Variants, African Police Encounter, Wolfwise Tent, Bob Ross, ERG 2020I love sleeping in rest areas. Is it legal? Well, sorta? No? Maybe. We'll discuss. I'll also eat some crow over some USB advice, tell the tale of an encounter with displeased Zambian police officers, review the Wolfwise tent, visit Bob Ross, and suggest ERG 2020 for road travel awareness and enlightenment. A Place to Visit - Bob Ross Encounter You can visit the Bob Ross Experience in Muncie, IN here: https://www.minnetrista.net/bobrossexperience Product Review - Wolfwise Tent This the standard "potty tent." Works well, but it can be tricky to take down. Amazon: https://amzn.to...

2021-05-2531 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 075 Free Vanlife Activities, Drain Traps, Cliff Walk, Custom Wood, Art-O-Mat, Military SurplusVanlife isn't free, but you can do a bunch of amazing things for no cost. We give you 10 ideas. We'll also explore drain traps, hear a tale from Wales about a cliff walk, review Bidlacks Bowls and More, learn about the amazing Art-O-Mat, and look at an online resource for military surplus. Visit our Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of...

2021-05-1930 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 074 Solar Generators, El Crater, Butane Safety, Vinyl Floors, Leveling, Texas Alien"Solar Generators" are coming down in price, but should you use one? We'll give you the pros and cons. We'll also take a look at a new safer butane canister, have lunch at an active volcano, learn how to level our vans, and share our disappointment with peel & stick flooring. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of...

2021-05-1231 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 073 AAA Trouble, Bob Wells, Doggo Driver, Battery Review, Illinois Locks, Vinegar Wash?Have AAA? What if when you call they say "NO." It can happen. We'll also take a look at vinegar and what it is and isn't good for, recommend you check out Bob Wells, get stared down by a doggo, have a a first look at cheap "solar generators," and see how locks work. Not that kind! We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to...

2021-05-0534 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 072 An Odd Thing, Lighting, Dismalites, Reconciliation Park, Rest Areas, Vallentuna BedSorry this is late - the first part of the podcast explains why. And then we discuss lighting for your rig, visit Reconciliation Park in Tulsa Oklahoma, take a tour with the Dismalites, consider sleeping at a Rest Area and reviewing the Vallentuna Bed two years in. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of that! This link...

2021-04-2834 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 071 JOY of vanlife, Gator Eyes, Bar Fight, Dismalites, CRAZY Cheap Power Centers, Nomadic PantryNo negativity! Let's talk about what a JOY #vanlife is! And we'll also visit some drooling insects, find ourselves in a bar fight, find some CRAZY good prices on "solar generators," review some innovative lights and promote the Van Life Nomadic Pantry. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of that! This link will take you to a vide...

2021-04-2130 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 070 Why Do This? Submersible Pumps, Chazy Reef, Kotor Drive, VIN Lookups, CPAP MachinesWhat is your mission? Why do you want to take to the road? We ask the questions that demand answers. We'll also review submersible pumps, visit an ancient reef, hang of a cliff in a tour bus, find out what our VINs can tell us, and figure out how to use CPAP machines in our rigs. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size...

2021-04-1431 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 069 No Garage? No Problem, Stove Wind Deflector, Ghost Town, Spring Finder, 12v Sockets, Strange KindnessWant to build but have no garage or even a driveway? It can be done, we'll talk about how. We'll also explain the history of why 12v sockets are terrible, visit a ghost town, and hear a tale about strangers helping out. And we'll look at a map of springs, nationwide. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part...

2021-04-0729 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 068 Auroras!, Bamboo Paper Towels, Cathedral State Park, Next Exit, Pizza DeliveryThis week, I ask you to indulge me as I discuss my "Aurora" project, and plans for its future. It's a bit more personal than usual. We'll also review bamboo paper towels, visit some old trees, find out what's at the next exit, and deliver a pizza somewhere unusual. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of that...

2021-03-3129 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast Special Episode: Frank Olito #vanlife InterviewFrank Olito, reporter for Insider.com, was intrigued by #vanlife. He rented a nicely built-out van and hit the road. What happened next was unexpected and we can learn from his experience. We also discuss the film Nomadland, now streaming on Hulu. This conversation is at the end of the podcast for those who wish to avoid spoilers. Pertinent Links: Frank's articles on Insider.com Nomandland on Hulu (Requires subscription, free trial available.) Outdoorsy.com, a van and RV rental service Tiny House Nation, a reality TV show abo...

2021-03-2651 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 067 Vanlife Myths? Hail! A Balloon of Note, Endoscopes, The Knock in the NightLet's take a look at some common "#vanlife myths. Are they all myths? And we'll visit a site in Oregon where a balloon created strange history, play with endoscope, tell a tale of "the knock," and share a resource for finding bits and bobs for your build. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of that! This link...

2021-03-2429 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 066 Where are the Vans? MacBook Air M1, Free Audiobooks, Prepare for No Internet, Tree in a RockWhy can’t we get the “cool” vans in the US? And why is it so hard to find ANY van in the us right now? We’ll also take a look at the MacBook Air M1, a great #vanlife computer, prepare for NOT having Internet, and visit a tree in a rock. We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part...

2021-03-1730 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 065 Anxiety, McFarthest Spot, A Magic Trick, Smart Alternators, Button LampsIs Anxiety stopping you from doing what you want? You're not alone. But there are ways to beat it. We'll also talk about Smart Alternators, Button Lamps, and explain a magic trick that you can do... when you're lucky! We now have a Discord Server! What’s that? It’s a place to share and ask questions with the host of Built to GO and other listeners. It’s a new community, so it will take some time to get to size, but you can be part of that! This link will take you to a video that ex...

2021-03-1030 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 064 Best Microvan, Mold Mitigation, Ships in Philly, Frozen Firefighting, Idiot DrivingWhat's the best Microvan to convert? We have answers! We'll also have a frank talk about mold, visit some historic ships in Philadelphia, review CHEAP LED flares, and make a big mistake driving in the desert. And we've launched our YouTube Channel! Built to GO! A Vanlife Channel is live. Want to see Jeff's NV200? Here it is! Resource Recommendation - Nomadland, the Book A must read for those considering vandwelling. AudioBook on Audible.com. Tech Talk - Mold Is mold dangerous? CDC Mold FAQ ...

2021-03-0331 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 063 Nomandland, Dome Lights, Advanture Magazine, Ravens Grin Inn, Hand Power, Vapor BarriersNomadland! It's the movie everyone is talking about, but a few folks don't understand. We'll try to explain why reactions are so polarized. We'll also visit the Raven's Grin Inn, browse through Advanture Magazine, move a dome light, discuss vapor barriers and try a hand generator. Plus a shocking tale from the road! All in about 30 minutes! Whew! And we've launched our YouTube Channel! Built to GO! A Vanlife Channel is live. What to see Jeff's NV200? Here it is! Nomadland Watch for free (trial) on Hulu. AudioBook on Audible.com. Behind th...

2021-02-2431 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 062 Winter Driving, Alexander Keiths, Catalytic Converters, Jackson Pollock, LED FlareYou can run from the snow, but you can't necessarily hide from it. Here's a quick guide in how to drive and survive it. We'll also visit a time warp brewery, discuss the treasure chest under your vehicle, try out an LED flare, and get an unexpected visit from Jackson Pollock. Winter Driving A guide from AAA Recovery Boards Entrenching Tool A Place to Visit - Alexander Keith Visit and historic brewery with a surreal twist in Hallifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Alexander Keiths (novascotia.com) Resource Recommendation - TripIt A nice tool for organizing y...

2021-02-1731 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 061 Real Vanlife, Sacha Lodge, Shoes, Radio Garden, PanelingAre you part of "REAL" #vanlife? We have the answer. We'll also visit a place with no vans, find a place for shoes, build a van without insulation, review wainscoting paneling and take a trip through Radio Garden. A Place to Visit - Sacha Lodge A van-free paradise in the Ecuadorian Amazon rainforest. sachalodge.com One of many comfy spots in the lodge. Resource Recommendation - Radio Garden A lovely way to experience the radio of the world, and perhaps find a radio station at your haunt for the night. radio.garden Some lin...

2021-02-1029 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 060 The Joys of Shore Power, Hope Cemetery, VanLab, Squeaky the Van, Getting PackagesNothing beats shower power! We talk about how to use it, where to find it, and how to get it in your van. We'll also visit a sculpture garden filled with dead people, review VanLab, a "build in a box" solution for your new rig, hear the brave tale of Squeaky the Van, and explain how to get packages while you're on the road. The magic juice box Shore Power Look for a heavy duty, 14AWG flat extension cord. 12 feet is a good length. https://amzn.to/3tr4xOM Product Review - VanLab Fl...

2021-02-0329 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 059 Do you need a van? 12v Kettle, Cemeteries, Choosing a Battery, Who will install?Do you nee a van for #vanlife? We say: NO. In fact, you may have everything you need to hit the road today. We'll also offer a simple guide to battery buying, a story about a nice guy finishing last, and review a 12v kettle. We'll also visit some cemeteries and offer an idea of who can install your electrical system. A lovely day in Bangor, Maine Product Review - Sunsebell 12v Kettle Simple, robust and effective - if a bit slow Pro-Tip: fill your coffee cup and dump just the contents in...

2021-01-2730 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 058 Electric Vans, Musical Roads, Geyser Shower System, Screens, Sudden Acceleration, Car TalkThe electric vans are coming! Will they be good for #vanlife? We'll also travel down a musical road, catch up with the Tappet Brothers, nearly kill a coworker, review the Geyser Shower System and find ways to keep bugs out. Note: we've enabled third party advertising. Your feedback is welcome! If you hear anything you don't like, please let us know at jeff@builttogo.com. Product Review - Geyser Shower System An all-in-one solution for having water, even hot water, in your van. geysersystems.com/ Resource Recommendation - Car...

2021-01-2031 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 057 Sick on the Road, Deer Whistles, Online Community, A Fine Book, UrbEx in Ohio I'm back after a week of quarantine, and have some thoughts about being sick in a van (which I wasn't). Also, we'll explore deer whistles, finding community online, report on a great #vanlife book, and do a little urban exploration in Ohio with a friend. TALES FROM THE ROAD - WE WANT YOURS! Send us your Tales From the Road and if we use the on the air, you'll receive a College of Curiosity SWAG bag, including some things appropriate for #vanlife. We'd prefer audio, but text could work and we'll help get it done for y...

2021-01-1330 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 056 - Catching COVID-19, Minivan Considerations, Alaska and the Mayans, OddmentsFolks, I contracted COVID-19 at the end of 2020 - a final parting gift. As such, I was unable to produce a normal episode as I can speak for a long time, can’t think much at all, and only have my iPad with me which isn’t set up for the podcast. The rather crappy sound is from recording in a very empty hotel room (where I’m quarantining) and the small iPad microphones. I’m very grateful to Liz and Hal Bidlack for contributing the bulk of this episode, and to round things out, I’ve added a cop...

2021-01-0727 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 055 Guns, Ausable Chasm, Refilling Propane Tanks, Winter Solar, Shop4Seats, Mythbusters Should you have a gun in your van? We present the pros and cons, and reveal our bias. We'll also visit Ausable Chasm, talk about refilling disposable propane tanks, maximize solar power in winter, take a look at shop4seatscom and have a tale with the Mythbusters. === As self harm is mentioned in this episode, it's important to point out that help is always available. I used to be a listener with this group, and they're the real deal. Don't make a permanent mistake for a temporary problem. Click for anonymous, confidential help. ===

2020-12-3030 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 054 Safety Tips, Door Steps, Atlas Obscura, 12v Kettles, RodentsThis week, we're focussing on safety tips that DON'T involve someone messing with you and your van. You know, the ones that are much more likely to kill you. We'll also try to keep mouse rats out of our rigs, visit Atlas Obscura, take a look at door steps for roof access, discuss 12v kettles and hear some more on how the penis-free can urinate in comfort. Is your load secure? (Photo by Ildar Sagdejev) AD: Team Rubicon I've been a volunteer with Team Rubicon for years now. If you're looking for a wa...

2020-12-2330 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 053 Cube Vans, Dismals Canyon, Crank Radios, Alternator Upgrade, Sizing Bolts, Salem MonsterMoving in to the new place has taught me some realities of vanlife, especially regarding cube vans. We'll visit some amazing biology, review hand crank radios, talk about upgrading alternators, a tool for figuring out bolt sizes, and a monster in Salem Woods. AD: Robinhood I’ve found an app that makes it dead simple to buy and sell stocks, even if you don’t know what you’re doing. And that app, is Robinhood. I’ve used it for years without a hitch. No contracts, no hidden fees, no gotchas. When you op...

2020-12-1631 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 052 INSULATION!, Chain of Rocks Bridge, 2nd Monitors, Far Out Ride, Fuse Blocks, Check that E-BrakeYep, it's time to talk about Insulation. Flames accepted. We'll also discuss tapping into fuse blocks, review a USB monitor, visit a famous movie site, plug FarOutRide.com and hear a "hot" tale. AD: Robinhood I’ve found an app that makes it dead simple to buy and sell stocks, even if you don’t know what you’re doing. And that app, is Robinhood. I’ve used it for years without a hitch. No contracts, no hidden fees, no gotchas. When you open your account, they’ll give you a free stock. That’s right...

2020-12-0930 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 051 How to build your van, Saguaro National Park, UCO Candles, Charging Laptops, OctaneYou've got your empty van. Now what? We're here to help - here's a method for getting things going and staying the course. We'll also visit Saguaro National Park, check out UCO Candles, learn how to charge laptop computers, figure out which octane to use, and hear a scary story. AD: Robinhood I’ve found an app that makes it dead simple to buy and sell stocks, even if you don’t know what you’re doing. And that app, is Robinhood. I’ve used it for years without a hitch. No contracts, no hidden...

2020-12-0230 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 050 Fifty #VANLIFE Tips/Tricks/Hacks/Dupes and a bit of news.Thanks for helping us get to 50 episodes! This time, we're taking a break from our normal format and presenting you with 50 #vanlife tips, and some news. Thanks for listening, and here's to another 50! TALES FROM THE ROAD - WE WANT YOURS! Send us your Tales From the Road and if we use the on the air, you'll receive a College of Curiosity SWAG bag, including some things appropriate for #vanlife. We'd prefer audio, but text could work and we'll help get it done for you. Send it to: jeff@builttogo.com. Thanks! Some...

2020-11-2532 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 049 Full Size Vans Compared, 4-Way Stretch Fabric, Starter vs. Leisure Batteries, Coral Castle, HMDB.org, Possum 2Which full-size van should you choose? Let's take a look... We'll also review 4-way stretch fabric, ride on the Possum 2, visit Coral Castle, explore HMDB.org, and invite folks to send their own Tales From the Road. And we'll explain the difference between starter batteries and leisure batteries. TALES FROM THE ROAD - WE WANT YOURS! Send us your Tales From the Road and if we use the on the air, you'll receive a College of Curiosity SWAG bag, including some things appropriate for #vanlife. We'd prefer audio, but text could work and we'll help get i...

2020-11-1832 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 048 Skoolies, Ambulances, Etc., Velcro Fix, Magnet Phone Holder, ZimZam, How Much Solar?Why not get a School Bus? Or an Ambulance? Step Van? RV???!!! We take a look at the pros and cons. Also, a fix for melting Velcro, magnetic phone holders, adventures in ZimZam, and how much solar should you have? ZimZam The space between Zambia and Zimbabwe on the Victoria Falls Bridge https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Falls_Bridge Resource Recommendation AAA for Maps High-quality maps free with your membership Product Review: Magnet phone holders Standard: https://amzn.to/3kf7yMw Supports wireless charging: https://amzn.to/2IujOM9 Q&A: How Much Solar? Solar charges...

2020-11-1131 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 047 Are you Ready? Frisbees, FastCap, Oriental Institute, Air Bag IssuesWe have 5 ways to check to see if you're ready for vanlife. We also explore alternate uses for Frisbees, talk about FastCaps, visit the Oriental Institute and talk about air bag issues. 5 things to check to know you're ready for #vanlife. Like camping? Like problem solving? Have enough money? Figured out relationships? Have a mission? A Place to Visit Oriental Institute When someone mailed to package to "Indiana Jones," it was delivered here. This is the closest you're going to find to "Junior's" home base. https://oi.uchicago.edu/ Resource Recommendation Odd little fixes for your annoying cabinet pr...

2020-11-0431 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 046 Crashing Your Rig, Command Hooks, No Heat Winter, Drive Ins, Tire Warning Light, Finding Junk Yards You hope it will never happen, but what if it does? You have to plan for a crash, and maybe having knives on a magnetic strip isn't a great idea. Also, we'll visit the Drive-In, talk about Command Strips, stay warm without heat, and catch up some news as well. Not my actual rig, but pretty close Crashing your Rig Watch this video to gain understanding of what happens during a crash https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cibwyhcLEwc (no sound). Really. Watch it. A Place to Visit Drive-Ins are a thing yo...

2020-10-2830 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 045 Reasons NOT to do #Vanlife, Arco Idaho, Idling for Power, Wikipedia for Research, Condiments, Electric Vans, Gift IdeasAn article claims there are 20 Reasons to NOT do Van Life, but are there really? Let's take a look. We'll also explore some new electric vans, talk about condiment packets, visit Arco, Idaho, and use Wikipedia to learn about our vans. And some gift ideas! A Place to Visit Arco, Idaho EBR-1 - First Nuclear Reactor The Devil Boat Resource Recommendation Wikipedia Yeah - you know this, but did you know that they have extensive details on your van, where it was built, what other models share components, and the history of the engine? Take a...

2020-10-2130 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 044 Electric Cooking, LLBean, KBB, Tow Truck Chase, Van Weight, Sea Eagle 370Yes, you can cook with household electric appliances if you're careful! Some are better than others. We'll visit LL Bean, talk about Kelly Blue Book, get chased by a Tow Truck, discuss van weight, and review the Sea Eagle 370. A Place to Visit LL Bean is open 24 hours and has been for over 100 years! Part museum, part catalog store - it's a fun place to hang out at 3AM. LL Bean Flagship Store Resource Recommendation Kelly Blue Book A time-honored way to find out how much a vehicle is worth. Product Review: Sea Eagle 370 A...

2020-10-1430 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 043 Toll Problems, Rain-X, Video Game Tour, Don't Cover These!, Clem and the Police, Internet SavingsA letter from Kansas prompted me to rant a bit about toll problems in the US. We also discuss RainX, doing a Video Game Tour, point out things in your van that you shouldn't cover up, tell a tale of Clem and the police, and show how to avoid using up all your "hot spot" data. A Place to Visit Consider a tour of places from a video game, TV show of movie! We did a Fallout New Vegas tour and had an great time finding all the hidden things. The Real Place...

2020-10-0731 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 042 Reconsidering Stealth, Smooth 4, Purgatory Chasm, New ProMaster Features, Removing Spray FoamIs Stealth a myth? No, but it's not what people think. We'll also visit a natural wonder in Massachusetts, talk about the Smooth 4 Gimbal, commiserate about needing to remove spray foam, and point out a solution for morning condensation. A Place to Visit Purgatory Notch, Sutton, Massachusetts A natural wonder in southern Massachusetts. Purgatory Chasm State Park Resource Recommendation VaZhiyun Smooth 4 Gimbal It allows completely smooth shots under shaky conditions. Zhiyun Smooth 4 https://amzn.to/2Gh4kd Complete Review (YouTube) Product Review: Terry Cloth Sponges Great simple way to remove morning condensation from you windshield. https://amzn.to...

2020-09-3030 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 041 Winterizing, Garden of the Gods, Solar Bag Shower, OBDII ScannersWinter is coming, but that's no reason to stop #vanlife. We'll visit some of the gods living in Illinois, talk about solar shower bags, OBDII port scanners, and listen to an odd tale of physics. In this episode, we ask some hard questions about the ethics of #vanlife, explore Bishop Castle in Colorado, explain why you put in the floor first, recommend Fakestop and discuss electric heat in a van. A Place to Visit Garden of the Gods, Illinois Nope, not the one in Colorado or even the one in Hawaii! Garden of the Gods...

2020-09-2329 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 040 Vanlife Ethics, Bishop Castle, Floor First, Fakespot, Electric Heat?Choose the adventure! Tell me where to go and what to do, and I'll comply. New Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339664633746373/ In this episode, we ask some hard questions about the ethics of #vanlife, explore Bishop Castle in Colorado, explain why you put in the floor first, recommend Fakestop and discuss electric heat in a van. A Place to Visit Bishop Castle Wear sturdy shoes and be careful! http://www.bishopcastle.org/ Resource Recommendation Fakespot, a tool that helps you find deceptive product reviews. http://www.fakespot.com

2020-09-1629 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 039 A Shower for ANY Van, Rhode Island, FarOutRide.com, Sea Eagle 370, Air CompressorsChoose the adventure! Tell me where to go: https://linkto.run/p/BLTP1S9A Poll closing soon! New Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/339664633746373/ I *think* we've come up with a way for you to have a HOT shower in ANY van. Also, we'll visit Rhode Island, review the Sea Eagle 370, discuss Air Compressors and recommend FarOutRide.com. HOT shower: Heat water on your stove, add it to a bucket with cold water to make it the right temperature, and then use a folding dog pool as the shower enclosure and use a...

2020-09-0931 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast BONUS: The Music of Built to GO! with Simon WaggThis bonus content, we explore the music of the episodes and interview Simon Wagg, the composer. This episode contains no #vanlife content. To reach Simon Wagg, you can email him at: SimonWaggMakesStuff@gmail.com. Simon about the time he wrote this music. Simon Wagg's Soundcloud Music (Sirmooge.) The Music: Tech Talk (8 Bit Drum) by moonheart Renegade Phalanx SlimKR FrenchRoast (unavailable online) Devoline Miamo How To Enjoy Ghost

2020-09-0546 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 038 10 Obscure #vanlife Tips, Pyramid near St. Louis, a trip down a Burning Highway, Step Bit, Hammocks.Some tips don't fit in any category, so we're lumping them together in our 10 Obscure #vanlife tips. We'll also travel down a burning highway, visit the largest pyramid north of Mexico, explain how step bits can make your build easier, and ask you to consider a hammock. Obscure #vanlife tips: Color changing led lights, only $14! https://amzn.to/2GnHUH9 Little Free Libraries Leave a book, take a book https://littlefreelibrary.org/ourmap/ Product Review Step bit This little thing can be just what you need when your hole's too small or you're not needing p...

2020-09-0229 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 037 Vanlife with NO VAN, Harbor Freight, No Build Beds, Ice Fishing, Cheap Wheel CoversVan's are getting pricey and hard to find. But you can do #vanlife without one! We also take a look at cheap tool superstore Harbor Freight, consider no-build beds, dream about ice fishing, and decide that cheap wheel covers are a good thing. No Van #Vanlife "Vanlife" isn't about vans. It's about life. Virtually any vehicle can get you going. Product Review Cheap Wheel Covers (Hub Caps!) https://amzn.to/2G0mgZm One solution to dealing with frequently lost and damaged wheel covers. A Place to Visit I'd like to g...

2020-08-2630 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 036 Emergency Kit, Sink Theory 101, Camp Soap, RV Hall of Fame, OutdoorsyWhat's in your emergency kit? Here are some things you may not have thought of. We'll also delve into Sink Theory 101, extol the virtues of Camp Soap, visit the RV Hall of Fame, and talk about how Outdoorsy can save you money. What's in your emergency kit? TruFuel https://amzn.to/3257WpD Might be cheaper at local hardware stores 4-cycle works in all gasoline-powered van Tire Puncture Kit https://amzn.to/3iX6L2j Video on how to use it: https://youtu.be/gmHnxx4tueI Entrenching Tool https://amzn.to/3iTliMw One Person Tent (That I have) https://a...

2020-08-1929 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 035 2WD Off-Roading, Installing Windows, GoPro Hero 8, Dogtown, Foresty Forest, Drunk Sleeping?2WD Off-Roading is possible! But know what you're in for. Installing windows is pretty easy and we'll tell you how, the GoPro Hero 8 is reviewed, visiting Dogtown, checking out Foresty Forest, and is drunk sleeping illegal? Can you Off Road in a 2 Wheel Drive Van? Yes How Stuff Works article Product Review GoPro Hero 8 - https://amzn.to/31ZhuTp Experimental Features A Place to Visit Dogtown, Gloucester, MA Babson and Anti-Gravity - Wikipedia Q&A - Sleeping Drunk in a Van? A complicated issue. Here's one article from a lawyer on t...

2020-08-1230 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 034 VENTILATE OR DIE! Backup Cameras, News?, GasOne Stove, Salem Trip, Avenza Maps, LevelingVENTILATE OR DIE! Yes, ventilation is very important. Also, all about Backup Cameras, should we have News?, A review of the GasOne Stove, a trip to Salem MA, the Avenza Maps App, and Leveling for sleeping. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus We've been named #1 #vanlife Podcast by Feedspot! Click here for the full list of excellent podcasts. Ventilation Plan for it - it's very important Common Fan Solutions MaxAir - https://amzn.to/2EUUhK4 Fantastic - https://amzn.to/2DBKDeM Ventline - https://amzn.to/2DgS5MC Trailer Vent - From eTra...

2020-08-0529 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 033 Top10 Money-Saving Tips, Dead People in the NV Desert, Left Arm Saver, Dog Bowl Review, Cumberland Fog MysteryTop 10 ways to save money in your van! Plus, a visit to the NV desert, a review of dog bowl sinks, a GREAT idea for saving your left arm, and a mystery tale in Cumberland, Maryland. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus We've been named #1 #vanlife Podcast by Feedspot! Click here for the full list of excellent podcasts. Top 10 Money-Saving Tips Yeah, no idea what makes these the "top," but they might actually save you some money, and they're a list, so why not? EZPass Amazon Credit Card Exxon Card ($.06 off every...

2020-07-2932 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 032 Alternative Air Conditioning, Black Water, Currant, NV, Coughlan's Toaster, Alien Cemetery, Informed DeliveryOk, you've given up on household air conditioning, what about those "AS SEEN ON TV" solutions? We discuss. We'll also visit an alien's grave, a ghost town, talk about black water, review a toaster, and tell you about Informed Delivery. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Alternative AC None of these are Earth-shattering, but in some cases, they might be useful The "sponge and a fan" solution. https://amzn.to/2Edke7r The IcyBreeze - a cooler with ice and fans. Pricey! https://amzn.to/30FrobN A 5 Gallon Bucket solu...

2020-07-2229 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 031 BIG SOLAR EPISODE, Fort Ransom, Will Prowse, Writing Rock, AC in a Van?Lots of questions about solar power, so this episode breaks format a bit and focuses on how solar works, what you need, and whether you really need it. Also, a visit to Fort Ransom, ND, an unsatisfying tale about Writing Rock, an introduction to Solar Expert Will Prowse, and AC in a Van? COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus SOLAR! This is the equipment I'm using. There are many other excellent components, but these are what I'm using Rich Solar 100W Monocrystalline Panel https://amzn.to/2Cwwzmg Renogy 20amp MPPT Cont...

2020-07-1330 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 030 Contest Winner, Troubleshooting with Occam, Encounter at Standing Rock, Brown Signs.We announce the winner of our contest, troubleshoot with Lord Occam, have an encounter at Standing Rock and point out the importance of brown signs. COVID-19 is growing stronger, but we can still travel! We just need to do a few things different. We'll also discuss the important of ground wires, review a Dometic toilet, joyously recommend commercialtrucktrader.com, visit the Timberline Lodge and tell a boat ramp story. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus CONTEST WINNER: Brian from North Carolina! Congratulations! We'll have other contests in the f...

2020-07-0929 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 029 Travel During COVID, Ground Wires, Dometic Toilet, Commercial Truck Trader, Timberline Lodge, Boat Ramp StoryCOVID-19 is growing stronger, but we can still travel! We just need to do a few things different. We'll also discuss the important of ground wires, review a Dometic toilet, joyously recommend commercialtrucktrader.com, visit the Timberline Lodge and tell a boat ramp story. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus CONTEST!!!! If you live in the US and e-mail me before July 7th, 2020 with a story or other item of interest that I can put in the podcast, you'll be entered to win a brand new PWM Solar Charge controller. Every entry w...

2020-07-0129 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 028 High or Low Top? Gillette Castle, Oregon Coast, Curtain Divider, Ikea Eket, American VanHigh top or low top? That IS the question this week, and while high tops have a lot of appeal, low tops have a place as well. We'll also visit Gillette Castle, the Oregon Coast, and review Ikea Eket and suggest American Van. How can you secure your van? Not personal security, but keeping people out of your van! The Amazon Fire HD 8 has a cool secret, and Salvage One is an interesting place to visit in Chicago. Would like a free water pump? We tell you how. And FINALLY, and explanation for all the Aurora references...

2020-06-2431 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 027 Van Security, Amazon Fire HD 8, Salvage One, "Free" Water Pump, Auroras, Rock Auto How can you secure your van? Not personal security, but keeping people out of your van! The Amazon Fire HD 8 has a cool secret, and Salvage One is an interesting place to visit in Chicago. Would like a free water pump? We tell you how. And FINALLY, and explanation for all the Aurora references. And we try Rock Auto and report back. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Van Security Keep your stuff out of site, hide small things, and learn a couple of tricks like kill switches, locking swivel seats, and chained steer...

2020-06-1831 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 026 Pre-Built Vans, Stanley Cook Kit, Proper Screwing, Post-COVID HighwaysWhat if you'd rather just buy a van? We talk about the realities, some of them harsh. We'll also review the Stanley Cook Kit (it's great!), talk about how to screw properly (really) and I'll tell the tale of what it's like on our Interstates now that COVID-19 is firmly with us. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Pre-Built Vans They're expensive. RV Trader is a great place to start, to get an idea of prices, etc. Conversion Trader is focussed specifically on self-built vans. Sportsmobile has the best...

2020-06-1130 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 025 Top 10 Vanlife Tips, House on the Rock, Van Kits, Choose My AdventureAnother Top 10? Who knows—but here are some tips about #vanlife that might help you make decisons. A House on the Rock (and so much more), Pre-made Camper Kits, a Choose My Own Adventure Idea, Free Templates, and a Velcro Wall. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Top 10 Tips #vanlife can be easier if you know a few things. Here some of them are. Tales From the Road What if someone else told you where to go? In a nice way? Q&A -Premade Kits? Is a premade kit your ticket to #vanlife...

2020-05-2630 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 024 Top Vanlife Myths, SS Badger, Laundry, Solar Controllers, A Storm, Travels with CharleyTop 10? Who knows - but here are some myths about #vanlife that need to go away. A moving highway? Yes, it exists and it's called the "Badger." How do the pros do laundry? Infrequently. And we'll explain the difference between solar charge controllers, tell a story of a storm and recommend Travels with Charley. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Top 10 Myths #vanlife is gaining popularity and so are the stereotypes. Don't buy them. Tales From the Road What can a storm teach us about perspective? Q&A - Laundry? Use the laun...

2020-05-2028 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 023 Working From the Road, Moon Oklahoma, Insurance MattersCan you work while living and traveling in a van? Of course you can! And there are more opportunities than you might imagine. I tell tales from the light and dark sides of Moon, Oklahoma, and spend a lot of time talking about insurance matters you need to consider. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Working From the Road You don't need a #vanlife job You need a job you can do remotely RV folks have some answers for us Great place to start: http://www.workamper.com Divine on the Road's Earning a Remot...

2020-05-1433 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 022 Minimalism, Van Kittens, Curtis Tow Hitches, Starry Meadows, FWD-AWD-4WD, Texas Death MarchMinimalism? Yes, but what kind? An exploration... also, we review Curtis Tow Hitches, take a look at drive options for different vans, take a death march through Texas, and invite you to visit Starry Meadows, and maybe see Charon. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Video Games in Your Van A lot of #vanlife folks talk about "minimalism." What is it? And do you want it? Melissa Camara Wilkins discusses Types of Minimalism TECH TALK: FWD vs. RWD vs. 4WD There are pros and cons to each of these setups. What will you u...

2020-05-0531 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 021 Video Games in Your Van, Winter Island, Easy Shower, Roadside America, Electric Dry BoxVideo games in your van? YES! Here's how. Also, an electric dry box, an easy shower solution, Winter Island: the place to stay for a visit to Salem, MA and Roadside America, the only tourist guide you need. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Video Games in Your Van It's all about power and what you want to do. Clear winners: PC laptops and Nintendo Switch. But want to play the latests games on your favorite console? Doable. TECH TALK: Electric Dry Box Fight humidity with an enclosed space and a old-fa...

2020-04-2929 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 020 The Goldfish Metaphor, Getting Rid of Single-use Plastic, a Nice Drain, Mitchell Indian Village, Fear of Wires, a Van with no DriverHow a goldfish teaches us what's important about the #vanlife community, can you have a plastic-free van?, review of the Camco Flexible Camper Drain, getting over the fear of wires, a visit to a cool archaeological site, and a story of a van with no driver. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus The Goldfish Metaphor Someone wants advice on how to have a pet goldfish in their van. What's your response? It can teach us a lot about #vanlife and ourselves. TECH TALK: Fear of Wires I talk though an experiment in wiri...

2020-04-2331 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 019 What COVID Teaches Us About VanLife, Bulkheads/Partitions, Switch Solution, Tiny Inverters, Craters of the MoonSick of hearing about COVID-19? We get it, but it does give us a chance to take a look at ourselves and evaluate our assumptions. We'll talk about bulkheads/partitions, explore one switching solution, and talk about the bizarre Craters of the Moon. Oh, and the joy of tiny inverters! COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus What can COVID-19 teach us? Why do we choose #vanlife? A disruption can show us many things about ourselves that we didn't know, and reinforce the things we did know. TECH TALK: Bulkheads Yes, you should...

2020-04-1628 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 018 Strange Ways to Cook, Iowa 80, No Slip Gel Mat, Water Filter Alternative, Lost In a SwampWhy not cook weird? We explore ways to cook without the normal things, including some without heat! We'll also talk about the two-container system for filter-free fresh water, a review of the Tree Frog Gel Mat no slip surface, invite you visit Iowa 80, and relay a story of getting lost in the Everglades. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Strange Ways to Cook It's not cheap, but if you want to cook with the sun, this thing is amazing. GoSun Solar Cooker: https://amzn.to/2XmoV6m Cook with your engine? No pr...

2020-04-0831 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 017 Mistakes I've Made, Propane Matters, B52 Crash Site, Determination, Window SocksMistakes, I've made a few, but then again, not too few to mention. Learn from this! Also, a discussion of propane considerations, a review of Window Socks, a B52 Crash Site, and talk of determination. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus TECH TALK: Do you want propane in your van? Here are some things you might not have considiered. Refillable 1lb bottle: https://amzn.to/39pjh5F A PLACE TO VISIT: Elephant Mountain B-52 Crash Site Drive through the Maine woods (easy) and explore the widespread wreckage Visit Maine Site Ki-Jo-Mary Checkpoints ...

2020-03-2930 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 016 SEX!, COVID-19 Resources, Windows (or not), Diamond Mind, One Strange TripYes, it's the SEX IN A VAN episode you've all been waiting for. Haven't you? Also, some very important COVID-19 resources, a diamond mine you can visit, whether you should install windows or not, and a really strange story. COVID-19: This the BEST resource https://vanlifers.co/pages/coronavirus Sacha has done an amazing job with this! TECH TALK: Windows aren't that hard to install. Still scared? Chek out Levi Allen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hT4J72yzzw A PLACE TO VISIT: Diamond Crater State Park The largest (and only) diamond mine in the U...

2020-03-2033 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 015 Air Conditioning, LED lights, Standing Mats, Lincoln Highway, Finding TiresWant AC in your van? Don't we all. We discuss why most people just choose to drive north and turn on a fan. We also explain LED lights, extol the virtues of standing mats, explore the Lincoln Highway and find weird tires. AIR CONDITIONING: There are three things in the way of you having AC in yoru van. We talk about them, and the best possible solutions. Let us know if you have something better! TECH TALK: LED lights are GREAT for vans. Low power, low heat - but they need to be hooked up right, especially if yo...

2020-03-1129 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 014 COVID-19 and Vanlife, Smugglers Notch, Nice Table, Heater Woes, Wire GuageWelcome! In this episode, we pre-empt our scheduled topic and talk about the current COVID-19 scare. (Wash your hands!) We'll also discuss wire gauges, a cool table, heater woes and the idyllic Smugglers Notch. COVID-19: While the virus is headed our way, there are some interesting issues for those living vanlife. We take a look. TECH TALK: What thickness of wire should you use? A brief overview of why bigger is better, and how not to make the same mistake I did. PRODUCT REVIEW: A nice, versatile table (that went way up in price for some reason.) ht...

2020-03-0530 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 013 Surviving the Freeze, Diesel Parking Heaters, Hot Hands, Enjoying the WinterWelcome! In this episode, we talk about surviving the Wisconsin winter, van style. We'll discuss diesel parking heaters, and how Hot Hands can be a good friend on a cold night. Also, we encounter a night-time parking hazard we didn't anticipate. TALES FROM THE ROAD: This whole episode is one big tale from the road. TECH TALK: Diesel Parking Heaters For the price, these are the best way to heat your van. They do require some serious installation chops, but once there, you'll have dry heat whenever you need it. Hide anywhere model: https://amzn.to/3cb...

2020-02-2731 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 012 Parking Spot Apps, CarPlay, 12v Microwave, Enchanted Highway, YMCA of the RockiesIn this episode, we explain how to find places to park, talk about a 12v microwave oven, review Apple CarPlay, take a trip down the Enchanted Highway and invite you to visit YMCA of the Rockies Parking Apps and Ideas Park n Ride - found in many towns Free Campsites - some towns have free camping to attract tourists BLM - Bureau of Land Management has land you can camp on Walmart - Legendary parking spot, but there are cautions Cracker Barrel - Have some food, stay the night Cabellas - Dump stations with purchase, and parking Camping...

2020-02-1933 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 011 Stealth Vans, Ventilations, Ace of Clubs House, ScanGauge II, ReStoreFebruary 5, 2020 Welcome! In this episode, we discuss realties and myths of "Stealth Vans," the ins and outs of ventilation, a crazy place to visit in Texarkana, a really useful dashboard device, and a great place to find used furniture. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Can you find the ark inside Texarkana? I did, and I'll share the secret with you: Ace of Clubs House. TECH TALK: Ventilation. You don't just want it, you need it. Really. MaxxAir Fan with Rain Shield (Manual)

2020-02-1329 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 010 Security, SHURflo Electric Faucet, Multitools, Being Stupid, Racetrack PlayaWelcome! In this episode, we discuss security in your rig, why you should have a multitool, the ShurFlo electric faucet, how to be stupid in the desert, and Racetrack Playa TALES FROM THE ROAD: Don't do this - a solo trip on rough desert "roads." TECH TALK: Multitools Leatherman Wingman: https://amzn.to/2vStcmh (I got it cheaper at Menards). Gerber Diesel: https://amzn.to/2tw0AhM PRODUCT REVIEW: SHURflo Electric Faucet If you use a submersed pump, this is a great solution. https://amzn.to/376DlsA A PLACE TO VISIT: Racetrack Playa A long drive on dirt roads...

2020-02-0530 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 009 Coffee!, Plants, Detectors, Olympian Wave 3Welcome! In this episode, we discuss COFFEE, which detectors you should have, a review of the Camco Olympian Wave 3, and a discussion of pet plants. TALES FROM THE ROAD: A break down, a good Samaritan, and a difficult decision TECH TALK: Which detectors should you have? Smoke: https://amzn.to/3aSc1kH Carbon Monoxide CO: https://amzn.to/36BAd7F Explosive Gas:https://amzn.to/2S1GiVt (Runs on USB) PRODUCT REVIEW: Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Heater Slow to warm, but an economical way of keeping you van warm all night. https://amzn.to/37EYICb ...

2020-01-2930 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 008 Food Storage, Wall Coverings, A Bad Story, Luling, TXWelcome! In this episode, we discuss storing food, what to cover walls with, a place that smells bad but tastes good, and a disappointing visit to an interesting place. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora, Indiana and a strange museum TECH TALK: Wall coverings Is wood the only option? Hell, no. A source for wall coverings, https://www.albrightssupply.com/ PRODUCT REVIEW: Alpicool 12v Compressor Fridge I love this thing, and i think it's a bargain. https://amzn.to/2TZrtWr A PLACE TO VISIT: Luling, TX Bad smells Good food

2020-01-2330 min

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast 007 Loneliness, Inverters, Sunstone Mining, Wind DeflectorsWelcome! In this episode, we discuss loneliness, if you really need an inverter, Sunstone Mining and a review of Window Deflectors TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora Maine, land of blueberries (and where our title image was taken) TECH TALK: Inverters Do you really need an inverter? Really really? Let's talk about it. PRODUCT REVIEW: Wind Deflectors I though for sure the cheap wind deflectors I bought would rip off, but a few thousand miles later, and they're just fine. https://amzn.to/2QUgRpJ A PLACE TO VISIT: Sunstone Mining in Southeast Oregon No need to tunnel, they'r...

2020-01-1630 min