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 Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
The #Tikibago and I are heading to Illinois, but it's been a rough road! We'll also talk about a great 12v fan, an odd greywater solution, of lovely FREE place to camp, and which apps will help you get out of the weather.
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A Place to Visit - Pelican Fishing Access
A really nice free spot to stay for up to seven days. Right on the Yellowstone River.
https://myfwp.mt.gov/fishMT/fas/39753866
Product Review - Roadpro Turbo Fan
A great, VERY directional fan that just plugs into the cigarette lighter. It's actually cheaper at truck stops.
https://amzn.to/3wLdvuz
Resource Recommendation - Highway Weather Apps
Highway Weather - great, but burdened by ads and expensive subscription
https://www.weatherroute.io/
On The Way - A nice balance between price and features
http://ontheway.appganesha.com/
Drive Weather - Pretty, but a little too simple.
https://driveweatherapp.com/
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Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
TOILETS! This is a list of all the different ways to deal with necessaries out on the road, including some new ones. We'll also talk about a volunteer cabin, how to not get ripped off when getting propane, and how to light a fire, as well as determine if Amazon Prime is worth it.
A visit to The Geologist Cabin
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Toilets
Bucket Toilets
Just choose something comfortable. You can double-bag cheap bags sometimes to save money.
https://amzn.to/3izG8SV
Casette Toilets
Avoid ones with a "bellows" pump.
https://amzn.to/3wu2SvO
Composting Toilets
We like the Separett best, but consider making your own.
https://amzn.to/3N6aDhs
"Space Baggy" Toilets
Note you'll need to buy supplies
Laveo - the "mylar diaper genie" option
https://dry-flush.com/
Wrappon - looks like a box, makes individual packets
https://ok4wd.com/wrappon-wrappon-green-portable-toilet-wragrse001uh
Incinerating Toilets
Incinolet - time proven, but with mixed reviews
https://incinolet.com/
Cinderella - one of the best toilets on the market, and with a price to match
https://www.cinderellaeco.com/us-en
Product Review - Amazon Prime
When you add up everything you get, I think it's well worth it to subscribe to Amazon Prime.
https://amzn.to/3wzrzax
Resource Recommendation - Start a Fire with One Match
This useful skill could literally save your life.
https://www.wikihow.com/Light-a-Fire-With-One-Match
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Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Wednesday Mar 16, 2022
Folks, in this episode, I introduce a new project: the Tikibago! We'll also talk about the realities of old RVs, review the simplest way to get sound from your phone, visit some friendly fireflies, and tell the tale of my RV job.
The Tikibago.
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The Tikibago
Watch the video.
Product Review - Boss UTV4B Tubular Speaker
A dead simple speaker and amplifier speaker for any vehicle.
https://amzn.to/3ifKsqm
Resource Recommendation - B4UFLY
All drone operators should have this app.
https://www.faa.gov/uas/recreational_fliers/where_can_i_fly/b4ufly/
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Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
What a crazy week! It’s time to remember what the most important thing in #vanlife is! And no, it’s not fuel prices. We’ll also visit a FREE place that everyone can see, talk about old Toyota Motorhomes, review a mobility scooter, and tell some tales that make you think.
The BIG Sky, by Kate Bush.
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Product Review - ATTO Mobility Scooter
A great, portable solution for mobility issues. Support seems weak.
https://amzn.to/3vUl3L0
Tech Talk -Old Toyota Motorhomes
Nice "vans" with decent fuel economy, but watch out for some gotchas.
Scotty Kilmer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSU7d0LFBHE
Resource Recommendation - Flattest Route
The name pretty much says it all - calculate the flattest route between two places.
https://www.flattestroute.com/
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Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Wednesday Mar 02, 2022
Should you buy land for you van? Maybe! We’ll also discuss unusually placed vents, visit Starved Rock, review the Kohree Dual Zone Fridge-Freezer, and hear a tale about a Magician’s last stand.
Old Starved Rock Postcard, but it's all still there.
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Product Review - Kohree 53 Qt Dual Zone Fridge/Freezer
Works well, but big and mostly freezer.
https://amzn.to/3pz010t
A Place to Visit - Starved Rock State Park
About 90 minutes from Chicago, lies a land of cliffs and canyons.
https://www.starvedrocklodge.com/starved-rock-state-park/
Resource Recommendation - Vanlife Outfitters Events Page
Biggest list of #vanlife events I've found! Add yours!
https://www.vanlifeoutfitters.com/
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Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Yep. Record gas prices. Feh. Here are some things you can do to enjoy your vanlife without breaking the bank. We’ll also visit the heights of Kotor, talk about carpet for your walls, stay cool with a neat fan, and give you a place to find meetups.
The Pillars of Manitoba
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Pump system I didn't talk about last week...
USB pumps
Demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbC_KTmckDc
Tech Talk - Four Way Stretch Carpet
It's not really carpet but more a stiff moldable fabric. Still, it's a good solution.
One place I know you can get it: https://www.albrightssupply.com/
Product Review - O2 Cool T
A great portable fan with a dozen uses.
https://amzn.to/3IrGA0Q
A Place to Visit - Concrete Henge
Yep. It's proof of Aliens. Or something.
https://winnipeg.ctvnews.ca/people-refer-to-them-as-stonehenge-abandoned-concrete-plant-in-manitoba-turns-into-photo-destination-1.5760679
Resource Recommendation - Vacay Vans Event List
So far, I haven't found a better list of #vanlife events. Still looking!
https://www.vacayvans.com/blog/your-complete-2022-guide-to-vanlife-rv-tiny-house-events/
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Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
Wednesday Feb 16, 2022
There's more than one way to get water from a tank to your sink. We explore five of them. We'll also visit the oasis of Aurora, NE, review a specific MaxxAir Fan, and tell a terrible tale of towing and tribulation.
Pagurus at Streeter Park Campground
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Tech Talk - LED Lights
Lots of progress has been made - just be sure to check to see if LED lights will mess with your onboard computer.
The ones for my 2011 Sprinter 144: https://amzn.to/3sOpt2M
Product Review - MaxxAir 4500K
For about $240, this unit has all the bells and whistles and a small footprint.
https://amzn.to/3rVVnvg
A Place to Visit - Aurora, Nebraska
So much here! Be sure to stop on your way across the country.
Aurora Project video on Aurora:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=193eR_pFNbU
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Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
There are 10 challenges to vanlife (at least), and we’re going to spell them out and offer solutions. We’ll also visit Tatooine, play with mind-bending shrimp, remove our dome lights, and review Renogy Rover MPPT Controllers.
R2D2 in Stovepipe Wells
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Product Review - Renogy Rover MPPT Solar Controller
A good choice for all small to medium sized solar systems.
https://amzn.to/3rFnH4V
A Place to Visit -Star Wars at Stovepipe Wells
Some key scenes of Star Wars were filmed here. Print out some of the photos from the following link and take them with you and you'll find the locations pretty easily.
https://mitchdarbyarchitect.com/blog/2015/11/24/star-wars-in-death-valley-the-dune-sea
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