Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast
Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has something for every #vanlife interest.
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Episodes
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
So many negative articles about Vanlife! But you know what? Vanlife is GREAT! Let's celebrate that this week. We'lll also visit two spooky places, explain washboard roads, and revisit small step stools that might hurt you!For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
Not a witch, and that's actually a church. :) Photo by Jim McAllister
Tech Talk: Washboard Roads
They're no fun, but there's not much you can do but understand why they exist.
https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4822
Product Review: Folding Step
You'll find many uses for this. Just get it.
https://amzn.to/3SCj5Xd
A Place to Visit: Winchester Mystery House
The real story is more interesting than the legend, but regardless, it's a fun place to visit.
https://winchestermysteryhouse.com/
Resource Recommendation: Envato
An easy to use, relatively affordable solution for your stock footage needs
https://1.envato.market/mgQ1MD
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
Wednesday Oct 26, 2022
So much clickbait! Time for some more myths of #vanlife. We'll also have a (too) close encounter with a deer, find a way for better sleep, insist that you get this step stool, explain what PD USB is, and visit the City Museum again. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
Ouch, sorry Trailslippah!
Product Review: Folding Step
You'll find many uses for this. Just get it.
https://amzn.to/3SCj5Xd
A Place to Visit: City Museum
An absolutely crazy museum filled with things you've never imagined.
http://www.citymuseum.org
Resource Recommendation: Wax Ear Plugs
Can't sleep? These earplugs might make it easier
https://amzn.to/3TZhhc1
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
After a bit of news, we address the idea of "value" instead of "cost." What should you pay more for? We're also drive across Lake Superior, put chains on our tires, and explain the difference between different electrical components. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
My love. My pain.
Product Review: Knock Off Lagun Table
The REAL deal
https://www.lagunusa.com/
The Knock Off from Amazon that works OK
https://amzn.to/3gkZw8B
A Place to Visit: Madeline Island Ice Road
Drive across Lake Superior! If you can.
https://www.superiortrails.com/madeline-island-iceroad.html
Resource Recommendation: Tire Chains-getting started
This simple guide will get you started on acquiring and using tire chains.
https://www.etrailer.com/faq-snow-tire-chain-comparison.aspx
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Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
This week, we're going to take a broad look at ways to heat your van. What's important? What isn't? We're also going to look at AAA again, visit with some bees, stop at the world's largest truck stop, and explain serpentine belts. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
Sigh.
Hot Hands
Little packets that make heat for hours
https://amzn.to/3SUYQoF
A Place to Visit: I-80 Truckstop
It's the world's largest truckstop, and you should visit. https://iowa80truckstop.com/
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
Wednesday Oct 05, 2022
A sudden trip replaced last week's podcast, but this week we reveal all: we have a new Scamp in our lives! We'll also talk in depth about installing our Chinese Diesel Heater, and we'll visit a complex and gruesome monument in New Hampshire. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
Tiny Scamp, or Big Van? Yes, I can stand in both.
Scamp Info
You can still buy these new!
http://www.scamptrailers.com
Tech Talk
I installed a Chinese Diesel Heater. FINALLY.
Sprinter Auxiliary fuel tap - only if your van is equipped.
https://amzn.to/3EfgXRU
Multi-size fuel hose adapter
https://amzn.to/3fzmybg
Vevor 5KW Diesel Heater
https://amzn.to/3fJSuKm
Resource Recommendation: Luke Bland and Van Uses
Luke gave me a nice shout out so I'm returning the favor. Watch this video and consider - what is the MAIN thing you're using your van for? Maybe that should be the focus of your build.
https://youtu.be/KwB4zEekSmI
A Place to Visit: Hannah Duston Monument
Please read up on her history before you visit.
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Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
Wednesday Sep 21, 2022
More info on "composting" toilets, we have mice in the Tikibago!, a strange bathroom encounter, visit Wizard Island, find a unique microwave, and consider what is the most important thing you're going to do in your van?For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
Wizard Island.
Composting Toilets:
These are the two specifically mentioned:
Nature's Head - a favorite, but requires medium.
https://amzn.to/3dAwDUH
Separett - the best choice, in my opinion:
https://amzn.to/3f8DtBc
Product Review: Whirlpool Countertop Microwave
Expensive, but low power and a unique shape that might just be the perfect thing for your build. Price went up since I recorded the episode. :(
https://amzn.to/3LApgJM
Resource Recommendation: Luke Bland and Van Uses
Luke gave me a nice shout out so I'm returning the favor. Watch this video and consider - what is the MAIN thing you're using your van for? Maybe that should be the focus of your build.
https://youtu.be/KwB4zEekSmI
A Place to Visit: Wizard Island
It's a pirate hotel in the Bahamas. What more do you need?
http://www.graycliff.com
Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Lots of good stuff from listeners lately! Time to share. We'll also review Ally Bank, visit a Pirate Hours, tell the truth about FlexSeal, and review the virtual Ally Bank. For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
A forgotten 17th century well in the Bahamas.
Product Review: Ally Bank
Not perfect, but a decent solution for virtual banking.
https://www.ally.com
Resource Recommendation: Ingredient Substitutions
If you don't have A, you might be able to use B!
https://food.unl.edu/article/ingredient-substitutions
A Place to Visit: Graycliff
It's a pirate hotel in the Bahamas. What more do you need?
http://www.graycliff.com
BONUS: 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea
The original 1916 version, in the Public Domain.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5V0lXJmb5w0
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Wednesday Sep 07, 2022
Wednesday Sep 07, 2022
There are fewer and fewer vans available in the US. What to do? We'll also look at "Cheap Chinese Power Stations," bar shampoo, visit some bones and see me in Playboy!For information on the Panama Canal cruise, please follow this link!
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.)
This is a Wago connector for 4 wires.
Product Review: Bar Shampoo
Why carry water when you don't have to?
https://amzn.to/3AXKWdE
Resource Recommendation: Magnets
So many uses, so many shapes!
https://www.kjmagnetics.com/
A Place to Visit
San Francisco Basilica in Lima, Peru is full of dead people you can play with.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basilica_and_Convent_of_San_Francisco,_Lima
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