013 Surviving the Freeze, Diesel Parking Heaters, Hot Hands, Enjoying the Winter
Welcome! In this episode, we talk about surviving the Wisconsin winter, van style. We'll discuss diesel parking heaters, and how Hot Hands can be a good friend on a cold night. Also, we encounter a night-time parking hazard we didn't anticipate. TALES FROM THE ROAD: This whole episode is one big tale from the road. TECH TALK: Diesel Parking Heaters For the price, these are the best way to heat your van. They do require some serious installation chops, but once there, you'll have dry heat whenever you need it. Hide anywhere model: https://amzn.to/3cbLwri All in one, easy install model: https://amzn.to/32wOUZq PRODUCT REVIEW: Hot Hands! Not just for hands anymore, toss these guys in your sleeping bag for a toasty night. Box of 40: https://amzn.to/2TdE71S
27 Feb 202031min
011 Stealth Vans, Ventilations, Ace of Clubs House, ScanGauge II, ReStore
February 5, 2020 Welcome! In this episode, we discuss realties and myths of "Stealth Vans," the ins and outs of ventilation, a crazy place to visit in Texarkana, a really useful dashboard device, and a great place to find used furniture. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Can you find the ark inside Texarkana? I did, and I'll share the secret with you: Ace of Clubs House. TECH TALK: Ventilation. You don't just want it, you need it. Really. MaxxAir Fan with Rain Shield (Manual)
13 Feb 202029min
010 Security, SHURflo Electric Faucet, Multitools, Being Stupid, Racetrack Playa
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss security in your rig, why you should have a multitool, the ShurFlo electric faucet, how to be stupid in the desert, and Racetrack Playa TALES FROM THE ROAD: Don't do this - a solo trip on rough desert "roads." TECH TALK: Multitools Leatherman Wingman: https://amzn.to/2vStcmh (I got it cheaper at Menards). Gerber Diesel: https://amzn.to/2tw0AhM PRODUCT REVIEW: SHURflo Electric Faucet If you use a submersed pump, this is a great solution. https://amzn.to/376DlsA A PLACE TO VISIT: Racetrack Playa A long drive on dirt roads in Death Valley, California "Supernatural" home to sailing stones Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/PTU8vdkKwLm2Ek3a6 Skeptoid article on the topic: https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4021 Video explaining how they move: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1hoiHvOeGc Photo by Gregory "Slobirdr" Smith
5 Feb 202030min
009 Coffee!, Plants, Detectors, Olympian Wave 3
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss COFFEE, which detectors you should have, a review of the Camco Olympian Wave 3, and a discussion of pet plants. TALES FROM THE ROAD: A break down, a good Samaritan, and a difficult decision TECH TALK: Which detectors should you have? Smoke: https://amzn.to/3aSc1kH Carbon Monoxide CO: https://amzn.to/36BAd7F Explosive Gas:https://amzn.to/2S1GiVt (Runs on USB) PRODUCT REVIEW: Camco Olympian Wave 3 Catalytic Heater Slow to warm, but an economical way of keeping you van warm all night. https://amzn.to/37EYICb A PLACE TO VISIT: Aurora, NC Fossil Museum A fossil museum that delivers - dig your own without too much work. http://aurorafossilmuseum.org/
29 Jan 202030min
008 Food Storage, Wall Coverings, A Bad Story, Luling, TX
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss storing food, what to cover walls with, a place that smells bad but tastes good, and a disappointing visit to an interesting place. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora, Indiana and a strange museum TECH TALK: Wall coverings Is wood the only option? Hell, no. A source for wall coverings, https://www.albrightssupply.com/ PRODUCT REVIEW: Alpicool 12v Compressor Fridge I love this thing, and i think it's a bargain. https://amzn.to/2TZrtWr A PLACE TO VISIT: Luling, TX Bad smells Good food
23 Jan 202030min
007 Loneliness, Inverters, Sunstone Mining, Wind Deflectors
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss loneliness, if you really need an inverter, Sunstone Mining and a review of Window Deflectors TALES FROM THE ROAD: Aurora Maine, land of blueberries (and where our title image was taken) TECH TALK: Inverters Do you really need an inverter? Really really? Let's talk about it. PRODUCT REVIEW: Wind Deflectors I though for sure the cheap wind deflectors I bought would rip off, but a few thousand miles later, and they're just fine. https://amzn.to/2QUgRpJ A PLACE TO VISIT: Sunstone Mining in Southeast Oregon No need to tunnel, they're right on the surface! Spectrum Sunstone Mine Free mining on BLM land RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: eTrailer Wouldn't it be nice if there was a site that sold stuff that you can't find anywhere else? http://www.etrailer.com
15 Jan 202030min
006 Which Van, Floors, Echo Auto, Strange use for old tech, Meow Wolf
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss ways to how to choose the right van, how to build your floor, Echo Auto, a weird thing I discovered one sleepy day, Meow Wolf and a few other things... TALES FROM THE ROAD: A strange way to learn a neat trick It turns out that you can't be sleepy and embarrassed at the same time. My beloved Wendigo TECH TALK: Floors Boring? Maybe, but your floor is the literal foundation of your van. You might want to pay attention. PRODUCT REVIEW: Echo Auto Love Alexa? Want to listen to any radio station in the world on the road, or play voice games while driving? NOTE: Since i recorded this, the price has gone up to $49. Sorry about that! Still worth it. https://amzn.to/37N6GZB A PLACE TO VISIT: Meow Wolf ANOTHER true pilgrimage for any curious person. It defies description. Just go, and become a better person for it. Meow Wolf -https://meowwolf.com/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Divine on the Road's Solo Female Van Live Sidney lives in a Ford Transit and shares her #vanlife adventures in a frank and honest way. If you'd like to hear the reality of the #vanlife community that Instagram promotes, this podcast is for you. https://divineontheroad.com/
9 Jan 202030min
