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How to make your 4×4 tyres last
Four-wheel drive tyres are expensive, considering how important they are, I can understand why they cost what they do. As an example, you could spend more on your tyres than the purchase price of the fridge or washing machine you…
Three simple steps for choosing the right weight distribution hitch
Those that tow regularly, know how serious things can be if it all goes wrong. When loaded up, you could experience the scary phenomenon called trailer sway. Other signs things are not right with your setup could include reduced steering…
First look at the new Lightforce BEAST LED driving lights
We’ve just had a special delivery at Unsealed 4×4 HQ. A set of the brand new BEAST LED driving lights from Lightforce. Before we go and fit them up for a proper test, now that the product embargo has lifted,…
A closer look at the Rola Titan MKIII Tray
The MKII Titan Tray was released by Rola, back in 2018. In that time, not only has the product been a huge success for the brand, but they have used this period to learn a thing or two about the…
Cub Campers introduces the H14 – their latest off-road ready pop-top hybrid caravan
In today’s tough economic times, Cub Campers tells us they understand the importance of offering an affordable alternative to hard-top caravans. The H14 is Cub Campers new entry-level caravan. The lower cost of the H14 does not mean Cub has…
8 4X4 myths debunked
If you hang around the off-road scene for long enough, you’ll hear a lot of opinion and conjecture on what works and what doesn’t regarding 4X4s. A lot of folks are damn sure that their way is the only way…
5 reasons an upright fridge could work for your ute
Here are the five reasons we reckon you should consider an upright fridge, if you can make them work in your four-wheel drive. They are cheaper Compared to a chest fridge of the same size, you’re saving yourself roughly $550.…
Calculating how much solar you really need
In this guide, we’ll run through how to work out exactly how much solar you’ll need to be self-sufficient in the power department in your 4X4. If you’ve seen any of my 12-volt guides over the years, you would have…
How to choose your next camera
One of (if not the most common question) I get asked as a photographer, is “What camera should I buy”. To me, it’s not a difficult one to answer, but my reply usually stumps most people because it’s not what…
What you need to know before buying 4X4 suspension
It is impossible to not hammer on about the fact that factory-fitted suspension is a compromise. Now I’m not going to say something vague like suspension is one of the most important components on a vehicle. A $0.20 seal in…
How to: tyre pressures
Tyre pressures are a simple numbers game. Are your numbers right? Here are five things that you need to know before heading off the blacktop With a thousand articles in a thousand magazines there’s no way you could possibly overstate…
How to use a hand winch
For those of us old enough to remember, four-wheel drive recoveries once used to be a lot of hard yakka. Sweat pouring – every second word out of your mouth a curse word type of hard yakka – and yep,…
Clearview Accessories successfully defends patent against MSA 4X4
This has been a long process, but Unsealed 4×4 has just been handed an official press release stating Clearview Accessories has been successful in defending their patent on the Clearview Easy Slide fridge slide, against MSA 4×4 accessories. What’s the…
Steel or Alloy Rims for your 4X4 – What should you choose?
Almost since the dawn of the 4X4 debate has raged about whether steel or alloy rims are better for your 4X4. Here we get Mark Allen to look at the pros and cons of each. The steel versus alloy rim…
How to choose your next roof rack
Just come back from holidays, and noticed you are struggling to fit all the gear you need to carry? You’re not alone. Perhaps you’re thinking, it’s time for a set of roof racks, or a roof platform, but you aren’t…
