How a throttle controller works: the truth behind the pedal power
In this guide, we look at how a throttle controller works, whether you really get free horsepower with it, and the pros and cons of adding one to your rig.
Wes Whitworth
How to keep your 4WD convoy together without the drama
From comms to corner marking, here’s how to keep your 4WD convoy running smoothly and your mates from getting lost or cranky.
Diff breather extensions: The simple upgrade that could save you thousands
A factory diff breather won’t cut it off-road. Here’s why extending it could save your 4WD from water damage and costly repairs.
Step-by-step guide to installing under-bonnet lights
Ever been stuck by the side of the road at night and the battery in your torch is flat? Here's how to install under-bonnet lights for those untimely repairs.
Beginner’s guide to solar panels: what you need to know for camping and 4WD adventures
Learn how solar panels work, what panel efficiency means, regulated vs unregulated panels, and how to choose the right setup for your 4WD or camping trip.
DIY garage: Servicing your winch
Servicing your winch is essential to keeping it reliable when you need it most. Your winch contains vital parts like seals, bearings, gearsets, and about four tubs worth of grease that wears out over time. In this guide, we’ll cover the key components and how to keep them in top shape.
Top 5 things you need in your recovery kit
A recovery kit is vital for anyone who wants to venture off the blacktop. Of course, anyone can wander into a four-wheel drive shop and pick up a kit off the shelf. But do you really know what you need…
Everything you need to know about OBD2
The OBD2 Port If you’ve got a four-wheel drive built after about 1994, chances are you’ll have an OBD2 port. They’re often up under the steering column, and sometimes over in a kick panel, but it’s not so much its…
The dangers of dust ingress…
There’s no arguing we’re seeing a lot more areas in drought. Combine that with our love of touring the outback of this magic country and, all of a sudden, we’re starting to see more than a few engines impacted by…
Top 10 mistakes people make when modifying a 4X4
Getting a new (or even your first) four-wheel drive is an exciting time. Dreams of the mods, the build, epic locations to take the new whip all come flooding to the forefront of our minds. But and take it from…
Should you fit a snorkel sock to your 4×4?
Some swear by them, others reckon they’re restrictive and too easily blocked. So, should you fit a snorkel sock on your 4X4? We all know the benefits of fitting a snorkel on your 4X4; clean air, improved water fording and…
Top 10 spares to take touring
As the Unsealed 4X4 team sits around filling up the weekends working on our respective four-wheel drives, one question keeps coming up: once we’re done building our rigs, what spares should we take into the great unknown with us. We’ve…
Everything you ever wanted to know about a turbo
If you get your hands on any diesel-powered vehicle these days, chances are they will be helped along by a turbocharger hanging off the side of the engine. For a lot of older folks who might’ve been used to a…
Why your 4X4 needs a secondary fuel filter
With modern common-rail diesel engines having such fine tolerances, a secondary fuel filter is a must to ensure a batch of dodgy fuel doesn’t cause havoc. Wander around on Facebook, or lean over the fence and ask your neighbour about…
Top tips: mechanical diesel engine tuning guide
Got a mechanical diesel that’s feeling a bit sluggish? Read through our mechanical diesel engine tuning guide to get more grunt and go from your old rig. There are a billion and three guides on how to squeeze more performance…
