017 Mistakes I've Made, Propane Matters, B52 Crash Site, Determination, Window Socks

Vanlife 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 that! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! New Video! The Aurora Project: Texas Confederate Graves, Alien Crash, Area 114, Political Signs. https://youtu.be/4AlgxyTW4Tg A Place to Visit - Art-O-Mat These repurposed vending machines now dispense art! You can find them all over. https://www.artomat.org Product Review - Bidlacks Bowls & More (on Etsy) Hal is a man of many talents, and now you can experience one of them with your very owned, custom carved and printed, wooden object. Bowls, cutting boards, French rolling pins, Ulus... Visit his Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BidlacksBowlsandMore  Resource Recommendation - Military Surplus Sometimes things made for war are just the thing you need for peace. http://www.armysurpluswarehouse.com Tech Talk - P and S Traps This is the trap to consider: https://amzn.to/3otYMxU 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 anyway.

19 Touko 202130min

"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 that! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! New Video! The Aurora Project: Kentucky Black Only Park, Rocket Ship Bridge Crash, Music Hall, Hitching Post: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnLBHq63tZo A Place to Visit - Hotel El Crater Lunch on the side of an active volcano? Yes, please. https://en.elcrater.com/ Product Review - Peel and Stick Vinyl In short, not a great option. While cheap and replaceable, they move with temperature changes and crack if the floor isn't completely firm.  Resource Recommendation - GasBuddy Check for the best gas price near you. http://www.gasbuddy.com Tech Talk - Butane Canister Safety Look for the blue ring! CRV is the term: Countersink Release Vent Amazon: https://amzn.to/3bjotMo 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 anyway.

12 Touko 202131min

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 size, but you can be part of that! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! New Videos! The Aurora Project Vlog # 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ZnlPYaUquo The Aurora Project Intro & FAQ: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWhS_wox6s0 A Place to Visit - Illinois Waterways Visitors Center Watch how massive locks work on the Illinois River. https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/ottawa/nature-outdoor-recreation/illinois-waterway-visitors-center/ Product Review - Wakyme and Awanfi Power Stations I haven't done full testing yet, but the Awanfi seems to be the winner for size and price, though they're only $25 apart. Wakyme has USB C.  Pricing fluctuates almost daily - watch for a good deal. Wakyme 500 https://amzn.to/3b6Gr4m Awanfi 500 https://amzn.to/3eYEIze Resource Recommendation - Bob Wells & Cheap RV Living If you're considering #vanlife, especially on the smaller scale of things, this is a must. CheapRVLiving Bob's charity: Homes on Wheels Alliance 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 anyway.

5 Touko 202134min

Sorry 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 will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us!   A Place to Visit - Reconciliation Park Learn about the 1921 Race Massacre in Tulsa OK, and help the healing process John Hope Franklin Center for Reconciliation Wikipedia: Tulsa Race Massacre  Product Review - Vallentuna Sleeper Module Overall, a good no-build solution. Ikea 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 anyway.

28 Huhti 202134min

No 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 video that explains the concept. Join us! Rainbow Falls as Dismals Canyon by Ronnie Harris A Place to Visit - Dismals Canyon It takes time to get there, but it's worth it to step back 450,000,000 years in time.   Imagine insects recreating the night sky with their own light, because that's what you can find here.  https://www.dismalscanyon.com/ Tech Talk - CRAZY Deals on "Solar Generators" Not sure what's going on, but take advantage if you wish. These are Jackery/GoalZero-type devices. 40% off! Check the coupon box and add to cart for actual price.  Wakyme 520Wh $275 https://amzn.to/3eolsuC AWANFI 505Wh $236 https://amzn.to/3dDkKLa I'll be reviewing both of these in the future.  Resource Recommendation - Van Life Pantry Podcast (Nomadic Pantry Facebook Group) A friendly podcast about food-related #vanlife subjects.  https://vanlifepantry.podbean.com/ Product Review - Gator Eyes Versatile little lights for emergencies or just general lighting https://amzn.to/3ejyrhj 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 anyway.

21 Huhti 202130min

What 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, but you can be part of that! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! Stromatoporis   A Place to Visit - Chazy Reef It takes time to get there, but it's worth it to step back 450,000,000 years in time.   Chazy Reef Committee Product Review - 12v Submersible Pumps They're simple and they work. The one I use: https://amzn.to/3dXdMj6 The faucet I use: https://amzn.to/3sgLVzh Resource Recommendation - VIN Lookup Tools To find recalls: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls More VIN info: https://driving-tests.org/vin-decoder/ 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 anyway.

14 Huhti 202131min

Want 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 of that! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! Aurora, NV in the 1930s A Place to Visit - Aurora N Only one wall still stands, but the landscape and cemetery are interesting.   Wikipedia has information and directions - Hawthorne, NV side is MUCH easier, and can be done with any 2WD vehicle. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurora,_Nevada Product Review - Folding Wind Shield These tiny things save you fuel and time when cooking outdoors or in a breeze.  https://amzn.to/2OrAGWT Resource Recommendation - FindASpring.com A crowd sourced directory of hot and cold springs in North America. Fill your tanks and have a soak! http://findaspring.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 anyway.

7 Huhti 202129min

This 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! This link will take you to a video that explains the concept. Join us! A Place to Visit - Cathedral State Park, Aurora WV The state's largest old growth forest.  https://wvstateparks.com/park/cathedral-state-park/ Product Review - Bamboo Paper Towels They come in a roll like regular paper towels, but they're washable! https://amzn.to/3weoMAG Resource Recommendation - Next Exit A classic resource for finding out where to go (so to speak). Good for emergencies!  https://thenextexit.com/

31 Maalis 202129min