Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

Can an EV be a camper van? We'll take a look at two contenders. We'll also visit some Ice Castles, talk about the I-word, and get some drugs The actual plane we flew on. A few years later, it crashed into the sea with great loss of life. PRODUCT REVIEW STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST port https://amzn.to/491BurY A PLACE TO VISIT ICE CASTLES https://icecastles.com/ Senior Discount: senior26 RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION AMAZON PHARMACY https://pharmacy.amazon.com/ FCC Notice: If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.  

I'm wrong again! A periodic episode in which I come clean on mistakes, and other things that I need to 'fess up to. We'll also explore some winter campgrounds, talk A LOT about rest area camping, and review a portable vent hood.  "I claim this pyramid for Denmark!" PRODUCT REVIEW CIARRA Portable Range Hood https://amzn.to/48grCdH   A PLACE TO VISIT KOA sites open all winter https://koa.com/blog/koa-campgrounds-that-are-open-all-year/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION OVERNIGHT PARKING AREAS https://www.ecoflow.com/us/blog/guide-to-overnight-parking-at-rest-areas BONUS Willi Carlisle - Vanlife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FO9YThOUFFQ FCC Notice: If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.  

Black Friday! It's like Black Francis, but with more enthusiasm! Ehem. Look, here's a big list of stuff I found that's for sale on Black Friday. Some normal stuff, some weird stuff. Not a lot of great bargains, but I'll bet some of them will give you ideas. Normal episode next time    VEVOR   VEVOR RV Air Conditioner, 13500 BTU Non-Ducted Rooftop RV AC, 65 dB Quiet Design, Highly Compatible with Air-conditioning Unit for Replacing https://www.vevor.com/heating-ventilation-air-conditioning-c_13649/rv-air-conditioner-13500-btu-non-ducted-rooftop-rv-ac-65-db-quiet-for-replacing-p_010874325798?lang=en&currency=usd&utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&shortkey=20251128pi6 VEVOR Diesel Heater, 8KW, DC 12V/24V, All in One Portable Diesel Air Heater with Remote Control and LCD Display, Fast Heating Low Noise, 1.3 Gal Fuel Tank for Vehicles, RVs, Vans, Tractors and Trucks https://www.vevor.com/diesel-heater-c_10321/vevor-fuel-pipe-hose-line-kit-196-9-replaceable-parking-heater-fuel-line-kit-p_010209133120?lang=en&currency=usd&utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&shortkey=20251128pi6o   5% Off Anything at VEVOR http://www.vevor.com/utm_source=inhouse&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=42492674&utm_format_creative=114&shortkey=20251128pi6q SOLAR Traver Force 100W 12V 10BB Monocrystalline Solar Panel, Up to 25% High Efficiency Module with Grade A+ Cells, Waterproof for RVs, Motorhomes, Cabins, Marine, Boat https://amzn.to/48rGlRP   30A PWM Solar Charge Controller, 12V 24V Dual USB Solar Panel Battery Intelligent Regulator with LCD Display, Auto Parameter Adjustable, Timer Setting, Multiple Load Control Modes https://amzn.to/3Xjlxa6   Solar Cable Entry Gland, 0.33ft 10AWG Soft Solar Extension Cable and Connector, UV Resistance Dual Cable Entry Gland Housing on Rv, Boat, Camper (10cm, Black) https://amzn.to/4oZDtTg   Dicor BT-1834-1 Butyl Seal Tape - 1/8" x 3/4" x 30' Repair Tape for RV, Trailer, Motorhome, Window, and Vent Sealing https://amzn.to/4opdi7A   12V 100Ah Lithium Battery,12V LiFePO4 Battery Built-in 100A BMS Protect, Group 31 Deep Cycle Portable Power,Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery for Trolling Motors, Yacht, Marine, RV, Home Energy https://amzn.to/4ioaSV7 WATER Portable Intelligent Electric Pressure Washer Pump 100W 160 PSI 12V Portable Pressure Powerful Washing Kit with 21.3 Feet PVC Hose for Home, Car, Garden, Projects (100 W-Black Hose) https://amzn.to/4onbrQv   Fanttik NB8 Nano Portable Cordless Electric Sprayer w/2.1Gal Tank, Retractable Spray Head, 2600mAh Lithium Battery, IPX5, 72-98PSI, Portable Pressure Washer for Garden, Camping Shower and Pet Cleaning https://amzn.to/3M6xBZV   LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness https://amzn.to/43Ye7wB   Waterdrop Gravity Water Filter Straw, Camping Water Filtration System, Water Purifier Survival for Travel, Backpacking and Emergency Preparedness, 1.5 gal Bag, 0.1 Micron, Light Blue https://amzn.to/4pFRcPa KITCHEN   5 Pieces Kitchen Gadgets Set - Space Saving Cooking Tools Accessories Cheese Chocolate Grater, Fruit Vegetable Peeler, Bottle Opener, Pizza Cutter, Burlap Bags with Drawstring Gift Set https://amzn.to/3KrXenu   Kaskawise Upgrade Car Ceiling Cargo Net Pocket,31.5"x21.6" Double-Layer Car Roof Storage Organizer,Overhead Net for Truck,SUV & Van Camping,Travel Road Trips,Van Life Essentials https://amzn.to/4okYwi0   Portable Camping Cooking Utensils Set, Camp Kitchen & Campfire Cooking Equipment, RV Essentials, Camper Must-Haves Accessories, Outdoors Cookware, Christmas Stocking Stuffers Gifts https://amzn.to/4p7DXqH   Kamenstein Round Multi Spice Container, Filled with Spices, 3.07 x 3.07 x 4.02 Inch https://amzn.to/4p7w4l2 ground pepper, fine sea salt, granulated garlic, paprika, cumin, and chopped onion Small enough to put in a ziploc bag with those DO NOT EAT silica gel packs   Mirai Clinical Magnetic Soap Holder for Shower Wall - Stainless Steel Savers for Bar Soap - Easy Clean Magnetic Soap Bar Holder Self Draining - Wall Mount Soap Tray for Shower Bathroom Kitchen Sink https://amzn.to/3MtKMUI 2sets Wood Magnetic Bar Soap Holder for Shower Wall,Magnet Air Dry Soap Saver Self Draining, Eco-Friendly Wooden Soap Dish for Soaps & Beard Shampoo Bars https://amzn.to/4peMuYY   Propane or Butane Stove Dual Fuel Stove Portable Camping Stove with Carrying Case&Windblocker, 10,000 BTU Butane Propane Stove, Automatic Ignition for Emergency Preparedness Kit (Fuel Not Included) https://amzn.to/3Kfvpig   Smart & Safe Butane Fuel Canister - Self-Sealing Nozzle - 28 Pack for Outdoor Cooking, Camping, and Emergency Use  https://amzn.to/4ipNir7   COMFORT Sealy 12-Volt Heated Car Blanket, Portable Electric Blanket with 3 Heating Levels & 4 Hours Auto Off for Car, Truck, SUV, RV or Camping, Machine Washable, 59" X 43", Navy https://amzn.to/4akWGdv   Gaiatop Mini Portable Stroller Fan, Battery Operated Small Clip on, Detachable 3 Speed Rechargeable, 360° Rotate Flexible Tripod Better Cooling for Car Seat Crib Treadmill Travel Black https://amzn.to/3KaI5H7   FCC Notice: If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. 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It's the BIG HEAT. We'll take a look at nearly every way to heat a van and discuss how practical they are. We'll also have an extended visit to a place named after a small fruit, take a look at vapor barrier, and provide a resource for excess food. The "oasis" of Currant, Nevada PRODUCT REVIEW Sparking Stove Lighter https://amzn.to/49oscqI RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Little Free Pantries https://www.littlefreepantries.org FCC Notice: If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.  

This week we demonstrate the concept that everywhere is somewhere, and the receipt is long and curly. We'll also play with some solar powered cameras, have an ice cream in Maine, find some free water, and explore thermal bridging.  Two young women, two different paths. PRODUCT REVIEW AUTO-VOX 2 Solar Wireless Backup Camera System https://amzn.to/3JTSdUl A PLACE TO VISIT Chicago Water Pumps https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicago_Avenue_Pumping_Station FCC Notice: If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.