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Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast

Built to Go is your #vanlife companion for long days on the road, working on your rig, or just relaxing by that perfect spot. Self-build? Living in your vehicle? Stealth Van? Our magazine format has something for every #vanlife interest.

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73:37

277 Cops Redux! An interview with former ticket...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/10/29

It's a big topic, and one that deserves some attention—so why not talk to the people we're talking about? Hal Bidlack has had a storied life, but part of that story involves his time with "the police," though his role was a bit more complicated than that. Listen in and learn what a cop is thinking after they pull you over. Lt. Col. Hal Bidlack, PhD, USAF Ret. on patrol. He's was the office you wanted to encounter.

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47:28

276 Cops, Visit a Word, Smart Multimeter, Dead...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/10/22

It's time to talk about dealing with the police, and how changes in the US have made vanlife a riskier proposition. We'll also drive without an alternator, admit that Hal was right, visit a word, and evaporate some gray water. Every truck camper comes with its own bug museum. PRODUCT REVIEW Simple Multimeter https://amzn.to/3KebLCW RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Graywater Evaporation Systems https://www.reddit.com/r/BurningMan/comments/pc8a0u/most_simple_gray_water_evaporation/ FCC Notice:

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50:22

275 Big Announcement!, MICE, Canadian Tire, Tread...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/10/15

The Big Announcement is here! And so are the mice, and they've very very hungry. We also have a lovely visit to Canadian Tire, praise the lowly tread rug, and turn a camper back into a van. Why does the fluff...move? A PLACE TO VISIT Canadian Tire https://www.canadiantire.ca 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.

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56:26

274 Truck Camper Lessons, Easy Water, Ghost Dancing,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/09/25

Finally, we hit the road, and we learn some things about truck camper life. We'll also explore a simple water system, talk about ways to adjust voltage, visit a Lady Van, Ghost Dancing and learn a very important thing on the drive home. Every truck camper comes with its own bug museum. PRODUCT REVIEW Digury 5 Gallon Water System https://amzn.to/3KebLCW A PLACE TO VISIT Ghost Dancing https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/ghost-dancing-van-missouri RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION The Lady

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64:27

273 10 Forgotten Roads, Gorilla Rubber Spray, Volo,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/09/17

There's more than just Route 66! Let's explore some other roads of legend. We'll also spray some goo, solve a weird furnace problem, visit the Batmobile, and explore an unexpected and unbelievable museum with a big problem. The mystery begins. Nice diorama The Canton Toll Booth And the issue at hand. What the museum used to look like. PRODUCT REVIEW Gorilla Rubber Spray https://amzn.to/41UFhUd A PLACE TO VISIT Volo Museums https://www.volocars.com RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Trip

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63:57

272 Pickup Truck Instead? Stealth Advice, Propane...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/09/10

In the past week, I realized that my truck is the perfect vanlife vehicle for me. Learn why! And we'll visit Aldi, Mississippi, have a bit of a cry, and explore the basics of stealth camping.The transplant begins. NEWS Starlink Slow Mode https://www.pcmag.com/news/starlink-replaces-free-pause-mode-with-5-monthly-charge Bluetti Power System https://www.theverge.com/news/767283/all-in-one-vanlife-power-system-rvsolar-bluetti Grizzly Pacifica

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36:13

271 Controlling Noise, USB Water Pump, Toyota Plant,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/09/03

This week, we offer 10 ideas for keeping noise down in your van, play with a USB water pump, visit a Toyota plant, explain why use front hitches are, and learn how to tie some important knots. Sunset indeed. NEWS De Minimis Shipments Taxed https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/what-end-de-minimis-exemption-means-us-shoppers-businesses-2025-08-29/ New Way to Harness Solar

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50:19

270 Absorption Fridge, Matawan, Hardboard, AI Role...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/08/27

The 3-Way fridge is falling out of fashion, but should it? Maybe not! We'll also visit a gruesome scene, talk about dangerous deeds, talk to Willy Wonka, and tell a tale of peril in Arizona.Just yards away for her permanent pasture. A PLACE TO VISIT Matawan Memorial https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/matawan-new-jersey-shark-attack-of-1916 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

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57:54

269 Rag & Bone Buffet, Autocamp, BT Remote, 100 Best...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/08/20

Lots of corrections and updates this week, plus a visit to an Autocamp, 100 Best State Parks, A Remote, and A Bit of ResistanceMathieson State Park NEWS Bob Wells on the legality of Vanlife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-psEy2K30Tw Americans put the brakes on #VanLife https://www.ft.com/content/c31e24db-4f19-4bb8-8aa5-e93167606ba1 Embracing Van Life in Retirement https://www.success.com/embracing-van-life-in-retirement/ PRODUCT REVIEW Bluetooth Car Stereo

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52:37

268 Digital Nomads, ANZAC Memorial, A Wren, Flexi...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/08/13

Do you live in your van or out of your van? We'll take an in-depth look at one person's story. We'll also try out a moisture meter, wash dishes without water, learn about a particular border, and visit a very nice Sandwich. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The entrance to the ANZAC Memorial NEWS DEF CHANGES https://www.thedrive.com/news/epa-tells-truck-makers-to-stop-forcing-limp-mode-for-low-def HOMELESSNESS

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49:30

267 Living in the World, Moisture Meter, Waterless...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/08/06

Do you live in your van or out of your van? We'll take an in-depth look at one person's story. We'll also try out a moisture meter, wash dishes without water, learn about a particular border, and visit a very nice Sandwich. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io A church, a bed, and a person known simply as "the best." PRODUCT REVIEW Moisture Meter https://amzn.to/3J40Afm A PLACE TO VISIT Sandwich,

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52:07

266 WATER, Camco Drain, Rules, Wing Rot, Gray Water

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/07/23

Water is a resource and a troublesome. We'll explore some strategies for dealing with this heavy and precious substance. We'll also review a unique drain, hang out with some movie stars, talk about gray water strategies and spend some time with wood rot. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hmm, this seems like a bit too much ventilation. NEWS San Francisco Bans RV parking beyond two

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46:22

265 The Truth About Sprinters, Parks Canada, Robert...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/07/16

I've often talked about my Sprinter and why I think people should avoid them. Now - here the truth! And then head to Canada and visit their national parks, hear a tale about dogs and sharks, get some essential shoes, and drill some holes.If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Here, there be sharks. They're swimming around our ankles. Where did they go? The 25 most famous Bermuda Triangle

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33:32

264 Legislative Changes, Macbook Air, Solar for...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/07/09

I'm at sea, but I'm persevering to share with you some possible impact from recent legislation. I'll also tell a tale of loss in the Bermuda Triangle, talk about solar charging options for portable power banks, and tell you how to avoid Chicago Traffic in Style. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Well, good morning to you too! PRODUCT REVIEW MacBook Air 15GB https://amzn.to/44kaxh0 A PLACE TO VISIT SS

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40:08

263 In Transit, Cut it Out, Ground Mat, Norway, Stuck...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/07/02

There are time when you're neither here no there, and wonderful things can happen. We'll also tackle some of a rig's worst issues, look at a way to keep dirt out of your rig, get stuck in Nevada and visit Norway. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hard to see this from a van. PRODUCT REVIEW Stansport Tatami Straw Ground Mat 60" L x 78" W https://amzn.to/44LP7cA RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION Chris Boden - Be

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45:06

262 Getting Rid of Your Rig, Swivel Magnet,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/06/18

Parting is such sweet sorrow, but it sure is a relief sometimes. But how? Swivel Magnets can make life easier, a few simple upgrades can improve your ride, and someone tests a Bright Drop. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Public Lands at Risk https://www.fieldandstream.com/stories/conservation/public-lands-and-waters/map-of-public-lands-for-sale-budget-bill PRODUCT REVIEW Excellent

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59:26

261 Where to Find a Rig, Solar for Your Hood, A Long,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/06/13

Buying a rig is a bit tricky today, here are some places you can find what you're looking for. We'll also put solar on our hood(?), and tell the very long tale of why this podcast is late.If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Totally Solar Powered Rig https://tech.yahoo.com/transportation/articles/innovative-companys-futuristic-camper-van-104534818.html New Rugged Starlink

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52:20

260 How to Kill Your Van

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/05/29

The easiest way to kill your van. How do I know? Because I just did it. We'll also talk about how to store you van long term, review a product that means you'll never get stuck again with a dead battery, and visit France...but not Europe. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The original dream, altered, struggled for, and now dead. NEWS GM to halt BrightDrop production, with little work planned until fall

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47:48

259 Your Van Won’t Last, Overloaded, Free Pantries,...

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/05/21

Life happens while you're making plans, and the vehicle you're working on now probably won't last very long! We'll also look at safer battery storage, how to drive the WRONG way, a scary night, an excellent exchange, and a mixed bag of news. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Campster! No compromise! NEWS New Vanfest Events in Arizona and Melbourne, FL https://www.vanfestusa.com E-bike Battery

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35:57

258 First Aid Kit Redux, Other Stuff you Should Have

Built To Go! A #Vanlife Podcast ·

2025/05/14

So much great feedback on the first aid kit episode that I made a whole episode out of it! We'll also talk about other things you should have in your van, including a great app that's a must have. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, I camped in this. Not a lot of notes this week! Thanks!

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