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
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
Lots of new vans are coming, but will they be good for #vanlife? We'll discuss. We'll also try out some Separatec underwear, have TWO "good" landings, talk about diesel heaters while driving, and talk seriously about a life-saving maneuver. 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.)
Photo: Separatec. I sure can't make that stuff up.
Product Review: Separatec Men's Underwear
Great for fast drying, but the configuration is a bit... odd.
https://separatec.com/
Resource Recommendation: Envato
Learn this. It could save your life.
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Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Folks, I appreciate your patience. Antarctica 1 will NOW work on Spotify! This is the last Antarctica episode - back to normal for the next one.
Sunday Nov 20, 2022
Sunday Nov 20, 2022
Wow, it’s been hard to get connected! I’m back in Ushuaia now, and I’ll do one more Antarctica episode before returning to our regularly scheduled programming. And as promised, here is a picture from my cabin window.
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
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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
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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/
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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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