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Dollars & sense – why an aftermarket brake upgrade is the smart choice
Brakes, they only slow you down. Am I right? At least, that’s the attitude most of us have when it comes time to do the pads and rotors on our 4X4s. We tend not to give it much thought. And…
2023 HiLux vs. 2023 Ranger – Specs battle of the 4×4 sales giants
If you’re looking to buy a new mid-size dual-cab ute, then chances are you’ve at least flirted with both a Ford Ranger and a Toyota HiLux. Let’s face it, these two are consistently Australia’s favourite cars for good reasons. They’re…
Five ways to power your campsite
Let’s not beat around the bush here. Advancements in electrical power systems have revolutionised camping. 40 or so years ago a lead-acid house battery run off a boat switch was about as good as it got for keeping the old…
Five reasons why I’ll be switching to all-terrain tyres
Times change, people change and our needs change. A few years ago, there was no chance I’d run anything but the most aggressive mud terrain tyres I could get my hands on. That’s because I was that guy. You know,…
Project D-Max part six – fitting Ryco’s oil catch can, fuel water separator and 4WD filter service kit
We’re on the home stretch with Project D-Max. Perry and the team from Pez’s 4×4 Fitouts has done the heavy lifting for us, and the D-Max is nearly ready to hit the tracks. Before we set it free though, there…
What to look for in your next generator?
Having a generator on hand for camping or caravanning is one of those things that, once you have it, you wonder how you ever lived without one. As with so many accessories these days though, the aftermarket has been flooded…
GVM upgrade kits – how much extra weight can you legally carry and how much do they cost?
GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) upgrade kits have been the talk of the town lately. With so much recent coverage about vehicles and caravans being overweight, it’s almost enough to make you want to stay home and do some gardening over…
Project D-Max part four – time to drill holes in our D-Max, installing an Ironman 4×4 snorkel and Uniden UHF radio
Ironman 4×4 snorkel There’s just something that feels so wrong about drilling holes into the side of a near-new vehicle. But this is exactly what is required to install a snorkel. The anxiety is worth it though. The end result…
Specs battle – Toyota LC79 Vs Ram. Heavyweight 4x4s dust up for the win (on paper)
If you were to head out of the city limits, and drive in any particular direction for a few hours you would start to notice a trend. Namely, you’ll see more Land Cruisers than any other make and model. The…
Fifty grand in the hand – The used 4x4s we’d buy with 1000 pineapples
When it comes to off-road capable rigs, there really aren’t too many options on the new car marketfor $50,000. You could grab a Jimny, but they come with significant size and space compromises.You could slide into a base model dual-cab,…
How to service your oil catch can
If you are looking for a simple DIY task that anyone with thumbs and a basic toolset can handle, servicing your catch can is as easy as it gets. It’s important, too. We’ve covered what catch cans are and how…
If we had $20,000 burning a hole in our pocket, these are the used 4x4s we’d buy
So you have $20,000 saved up to purchase a used four-wheel drive, I’m stoked for you. That’s a nice amount of change put aside to buy a used bargain, just begging for your transformation into your ideal touring vehicle. Sure,…
Power to the Peo… 4X4 Enthusiasts: which four-wheel drivers should consider power modules?
If steroids didn’t make your back all pimply and lead to forty-seven heart attacks before you’re thirty, I reckon everyone would do them. And why not? With relative ease, you could have biceps as big as a Lada Niva and…
Here’s what we think of the KickAss 12V Shower
I reckon this Kickass portable, lithium battery-powered camping shower is a ripper. But here's my full review and a rundown on the item.
How not to s**t the bed: Guide to making your drinking water safe
Heading out on a 4WD and camping adventure? Here's how to avoid the night-time dodgy bowel mayhem by ensuring your water is safe to drink.
