098 Troubleshooting, Tokyo Taxi, GasBuddy Card, Flex Paste, Cape Breton Mining

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.

20 Marras 202226min

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.

1 Marras 202233min

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.

26 Loka 202229min

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 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.

19 Loka 202231min

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.

12 Loka 202233min

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.    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.

5 Loka 202233min

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.

21 Syys 202231min

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 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.

15 Syys 202233min