005 Keeping Clean, Peep Holes, Ottoman Beds, City Museum
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss ways to keep clean, peep holes, ottoman beds, the City Museum, and an app to help you stay away from bad weather while you're driving. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Montreal Parking Lot A PERFECT parking spot has a hidden problem, and what it taught me about the realities of vanlife. TECH TALK: Peep Holes Want to see what's going outside your van without being seen? Consider peep holes! PRODUCT REVIEW: Ottoman Bed An ottoman that turns into a bed: https://amzn.to/39ycTug A PLACE TO VISIT: City Museum A true pilgrimage for any curious person. It defies description. Just go, and become a better person for it. The City Museum - https://www.citymuseum.org/ RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Highway Weather app A great app for predicting the weather as you proceed on your route. It combines your planned GPS route with the weather forecast. Very useful! http://www.weatherroute.io/
2 Jan 202029min
004 Ikea, Solar vs. Split Charge, Dogbowl Sink, Bangor Maine
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss using Ikea in your van, solar vs. split charge relays, and dogbowl sinks. TALES FROM THE ROAD: A twin at Lowes What do you do when you see a near copy of your van in the Lowes parking lot? You make a connection. TECH TALK: Solar vs. Split Charge Relay Which should you install first? The answer is: you shouldn't do what I did. A PLACE TO VISIT: Bangor, ME If you're a Stephen King fan, it's a no brainer that this should be on your list. But it should also be on your list if you want to experience some authentic New England. Pagurus at the Thomas Hill Standpipe, inspiration for IT. RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Kombi Life on YouTube Kombi Life tells the story of Ben Jamin and his amazing van adventure traveling literally around the world in Volkswagen Vans. You really want to watch this. https://www.youtube.com/user/kombilife
2 Jan 202029min
003 Toilets, Sound Deadening, I-70 Encounter, Ventline Vanair, Sanibel Causeway Islands
Welcome back! In this episode, we discuss lavatory possibilities, the necessity of sound deadening, and unwelcome encounter on I-70, the Ventline Vanair and Sanibel's causeway islands. Some toilet solutions: What I have: DOMETIC 1223.0154 Gray 301097206 970 Series Portable Toilet-2.6 Gallon - https://amzn.to/37q2e2M A simple solution: Camco Portable Toilet Bucket with Seat and Lid Attachment - https://amzn.to/2MLsVXZ Most popular composting toilet: Nature's Head Self Contained Composting Toilet - https://amzn.to/2MNSBDd The She Wee, a solution for women: https://amzn.to/37wLSWh TALES FROM THE ROAD: Encounter on I-70 You know those perfect moments of vanlife you've dreamed of? Here's one that went wrong. TECH TALK: Sound Deadening Do you need sound deadening for your van? Maybe not. A PLACE TO VISIT: Sanibel Causeway Islands Sanibel is a special island just off the coast of Ft. Myers, Florida. But the journey there reveals a special place of its own. https://www.leegov.com/parks/beaches/causeway PRODUCT REVIEW: Ventline Vanair Here's a powered fan solution for those with limited roof space - https://amzn.to/2suOfKt RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Insulation Advice on YouTube How to Insulate your Van: Greg Virgoe from Camp Quirky. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6eWGp14TL4
2 Jan 202030min
002 Staying Warm, First Thing You Should Buy, Indiana Dunes, Saving Hotel Costs
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss staying warm during the cold months, the first (and most important) thing you should buy for your van build, Indiana Dunes, and how I spent my first night in the van. TALES FROM THE ROAD: My First Night I put a cot in the van, some plastic crates, and headed out. I knew it would suck, but I also knew it would teach me a lot of what I needed to know to get the project going. TECH TALK: Buy this first! The first thing you should buy? A fire extinguisher. Seriously. Here's a good one that gives you lots of mounting options: https://amzn.to/2stOwxe A PLACE TO VISIT: Indiana Dunes It's true! Some of the best dunes in the US are found in Indiana, right on Lake Michigan. - Everything you need to know to plan your visit: https://www.nps.gov/indu RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Element Van Life on YouTube YouTube has a wealth of information, and Nate's progression from an old Honda Element to a brand new NV200 can teach you a lot about van life. The fact that he's an accomplished video story teller makes each episode engaging, and over time, I think you'll consider Nate a friend you've never met just as I do. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX2_P3E87g-cBAtr1Lihfyw Indiana Dunes, photo by Witoki
1 Jan 202030min
001 Intros, Dry Lakes, 12v Oven, Backup Batteries
Welcome! In this episode we do some necessary introductions. My name is Jeff Wagg and I converted a 2014 Nissan NV200 SV into a stealth camper van. Though I'm not living in it full time, I've traveled coast to coast over the past year and have learned quite a lot through the process. My hope is that this podcast will be your companion as you work on your rig, travel, or just wish for a little bit of #vanlife while you're doing things outside of your van. TALES FROM THE ROAD: Sevier Lake I visited Sevier Dry Lake in West Central Utah and discovered some odd and unexpected (creepy) things. - Campsite: https://goo.gl/maps/1yxof3j239yWn5VK8 - Boat location: https://goo.gl/maps/2sxFnyhEVV8chn3cA TECH TALK: Backup Batteries Do you have one? I do, and it's saved my butt a couple of times. Here are many to choose from- Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/2S13Prs A PLACE TO VISIT: Lunar Lake Want to drive on a dry lake bed without fear of getting stuck or getting salt all over everything? This is the place. - Directions to Lunar Lake: https://goo.gl/maps/15MGGGLgRVrWpdVYA RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION: Vansformation Only 20 episodes long, this British podcast is full of interesting information and suggestions for your build. http://vansformation.com/category/podcast/
18 Dec 201930min
