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The perfect stealth van isn't a white cargo van, it's a MINIVAN! And they're great for camping anyway. We'll also walk through a giant stained glass globe, desulfate our batteries, hear a tale about kids playing soccer, and make some toast. 

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A child walks home from school in Jerusalem in 2011.

• Vanlife News

California to Soon Allow Church Parking Lots for Homeless

https://www.kcra.com/article/newsom-signs-laws-fast-track-housing-churches-lands-streamline-housing-permitting-process/45521090

National Parks for Watching the Eclipse

https://www.forbes.com/sites/brittanyanas/2023/10/10/ring-of-fire-eclipse-2023-path-a-list-of-national-parks-where-you-can-see-the-rare-event/?sh=7fe8fc6c105c

Colorado Opens Recycling for Propane Bottles ($)

https://www.denverpost.com/2023/10/12/where-to-recycle-propane-camping-containers-denver/

• Desulfation can help save your battery

• https://amzn.to/46qnVih

• Simple toaster makes toast simple! 

• https://amzn.to/3FcP2Bi

• The Mapparium is a unique way to see the world.

• https://www.christianscience.com/find-us/visit-the-mother-church/visit-the-christian-science-plaza/how-do-you-see-the-world-experience

• Consumer Reports can steer you right.

• http://www.consumerreports.org

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Stealth is DEAD! Except it isn't—it's just misunderstood. We'll explain. We'll also visit a cave that's been turned into a musical instrument, talk about battery chargers instead of converters, learn from someone in Finland, and extol the virtues of Alien Tape. 

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Camper or no?

• Vanlife News

• FnA Vanlife seems to have removed their photo

• Westfalia Campers Returning To North America In 2024

• https://scitechdaily.com/cheaper-safer-and-more-powerful-batteries-aluminum-materials-show-promising-performance/

• An affordable battery charger that does profile charging

• https://amzn.to/3Q1QCw9

• Alien Tape is GREAT! Ignore their claims—just use it judiciously and you'll find many places for it

• Cheaper if you buy multi-roll packs, and I haven't tried the 3rd party brands: https://amzn.to/3F47CeI

• The Luray Caverns Organ

• https://luraycaverns.com/

• Luke Bland's Secret Finnish Beach

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbPvt87bZUU

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If you're curious about what kind of fridge to have in your van, this is the episode for you—we explore them ALL. We'll also visit a cult compound, learn how to decipher CCA on batteries, figure out how to test our iPhone Satellite Emergency system, and run into a tricky situation in Africa. Plus: News!

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Our hollow world

• Refrigerator Links

• The Bodega TWW45 - best fridge I've ever tested.

• https://youtu.be/UuvDNb7TPBw

• https://youtu.be/uWQuVMpTaSg

• Westphalia Van Returns to North America

• Westfalia Campers Returning To North America In 2024

• https://www.rigzone.com/news/eia_bumps_up_usa_diesel_price_forecast-18-sep-2023-174029-article/

• CCA = Cold Cranking Amps

• How many amps the battery can put out over 30 seconds at 0ºF

• How many amps the battery can put out over 30 seconds at 0ºC

• CCA ÷ 7.25 = Amp Hours

• The folks at Strike Hold sent me a couple of products to review. 

• http://www.strikehold.com use code BTG10 to receive 10% off

• https://amzn.to/460CTLq

• Koreshan State Park in Estero, Florida

• How to test your iPhone's Satellite Emergency Communication System

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This is a bit of a departure, but we need to talk about this mystery animal, and why people are seeing things. What is it? And how can we be sure? We'll also review a tiny 150watt inverter, visit an important piece of history, learn an Anderson connector trick, and solve our new iPhone problem. 

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A remarkable piece of history

• Product Review

• The Pisfau 150 Watt charger is an inexpensive way to charge your laptop and other devices. 

• USS Olympia is just one part of the historic Independence Seaport Museum

• One solution to Apple's move towards USB-C is to use adapters for old devices. The ones with short cables are best. 

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Be nice when you go to Canada, Eh? Americans have a reputation, and it's not always good. There are things you can do to show those Canadians that Americans are nice too. We'll also show a quick tip to extend wiper blade life, try an interesting app called Questo, defy death at crazy heights, and spend a night in the airport parking lot. 

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This looks more fun than it was. :) 

• SkatorGator 3D
  

• A new video game with levels and vocals by Fisher Wagg

• Still a bargain

• Questo! The app that combines escape rooms with self-guided tours

• CN Tower EdgeWalk - this is a crazy thing to do

• ArriveCan - the app that makes the border easier

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You have a van. Is it your escape pod? Are you ready to go if disaster strikes? You can be. We'll also review Amazon Prime, visit the "center" of North America, encounter someone in the woods, and talk about "your van book." 

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A locked door - with no locks.

• Product Review

• Amazon Prime, even with increased price, is still a bargain (especially for students)

• The Center of North America is a bit tricky to find...

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Have you been scared off by how complicated solar is? It doesn't have to be. There's a very simple solar setup that requires very little knowledge and NO cutting or drilling. We'll also "Escape from NY" (across the MIssippippi), put hooks EVERYWHERE, and accompany buddha with a pizza. 

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A van in its happy place.

• Simple Solar

• Here's a list of all the solar things mentioned in this episode:

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• https://amzn.to/3QTujcU A bargain, really. 

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• Lateral With Tom Scott podcast

• Single Cup Keurig

• Chain of Rocks Bridge, part of old Route 66

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Are you ready to start Vanlife? How can you be sure? There's ONE things that's essential. We'll also take a look at why 12v kettles might not be a good idea, visit a Subaru Factory in Indiana, and talk about how some religious organizations help in times of disaster. 

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Mega-Skookie in Pontiac, IL

• A Place to Visit

• Subaru lets you tour their Indiana plant

• Like factory tours? This list is out of date, but still has some good stuff. 

• Stryker Sage Bath Cloths These are great for cleanup, but have a few quirks.

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I was wrong! 10 times! Time to 'fess up. We'll also visit Haiti, as well as the Museum of Bad Art. And we'll find a great source for RV windows, talk about a way to stay safe, and review some clever peg board from IKEA. 

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Vanlife, Chicago-style.  

• A Place to Visit

• Museum of Bad Art. That kinda says it all. 

• A good source for windows.

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Your van is dangerous. We'll take a look at a popular video that explains why, and offer some suggestions. We'll also experience a close encounter, cook some soup right in the can, and visit one of my favorite childhood haunts.

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Home. 

• Project of Science Video

• Thanks to Project of Science and the van owners for posting this. 

• Dairy Witch. The One. The Only. 

• The official standards for how to build a campervan

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