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4x4 Australia Project Vehicles

With the help of some of the leading aftermarket 4x4 companies in the country, we've assembled a series of project vehicles to help guide you toward your ultimate 4x4
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If you’re looking to set off on a lap around the country, you’ll want to optimise your four-wheel drive to handle the tough challenges the Aussie outback will inevitably throw its way. Thankfully, Australia is also home to the best aftermarket 4x4 accessories brands in the world, and we are spoilt for choice when it comes to top-quality equipment.

Every 4X4 Australia Project Vehicle assembled here has been meticilously pieced together with the help of Australia's epic aftermarket 4x4 industry!

Ford Everest Ambiente

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2023 Ford Everest build: KMC Impact wheels and Maxxis RAZR tyres

High rollin’ with new rims ’n’ rubber for our Everest
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2023 Ford Everest build: Bluetti AC200L power station

For those who don’t want a dedicated dual-battery system, this portable power station could be just the ticket
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2023 Ford Everest build: New project gets Yakima LockNLoad platform and accessories

Our new vehicle build for 2024 is this Ford Everest Ambiente, and the first gear we’ve installed is a Yakima LockNLoad roof platform and accessories
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A 2023 Ford Everest Ambiente is our new project build for 2024

We’ve sourced an Everest as our new project for 2024

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2023 Mitsubishi Triton 'Tradie Ute'

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Tradie Triton ute build: Projecta power management

We power up our Triton with a Projecta 12v DC power management board with 2000W inverter
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Tradie Triton ute build: Narva LED lights

Tradies need something a bit brighter for those early-morning starts
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Tradie Triton ute build: GVM and brake upgrade by Pedders

Our Triton work ute gets a Pedders GVM upgrade and new brake package
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Tradie Triton ute build: Maxtrax recovery kit

We’ve thrown a Maxtrax Bush Recovery Kit and Lite recovery boards in our Triton to keep us out of strife
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Tradie Triton ute build: PIAK nudge bar

In our quest to craft the ultimate tradie work ute we have equipped our Triton with a new PIAK nudge bar
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Tradie Triton ute build: Hayman Reese X-Bar

The rear of our Triton has never looked better, now that we have an X-Bar to complement the new tray and toolboxes
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Tradie Triton ute build: Rola MKIII Titan Tray

In our bid to build the ultimate 4x4 ute for both work and play, we’ve kitted out our Mitsubishi Triton with a Rola MKIII Titan Tray on a Ridge Mount system
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Triton tradie ute build: TruFit 3D Maxtrac rubber mats

Mud, grit and sand can turn pristine carpet into a filthy mess, but TruFit has a solution
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Triton tradie ute build: Fuel Rebel wheels

Just because it’s a work ute doesn’t mean it can’t be epic
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Triton tradie ute build: Hankook Dynapro AT2 tyres

For a ute built for work and play, we need a set of tyres that will offer traction, comfort and durability in equal measure

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2023 Ford Ranger V6 Sport

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2023 Ford Ranger build: Stedi wiring concealer

A simple and easy solution for routing rack wiring
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2023 Ford Ranger build: Maxtrax Xtreme recovery boards to the rescue

Our Maxtrax Xtremes get our Ranger out of the muck
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2023 Ford Ranger build: Maxxis RAZR tyres 15,000km update

Checking in on the performance on the Maxxis muddies fitted to our Ranger
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Reviews

2023 Ford Ranger build: Job done!

We wrap up the build of our Ford Ranger Sport and look back at all the awesome gear that’s been fitted to it
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Reviews

2023 Ford Ranger build: 19,000km update

A run to the hills in our V6 Ranger

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2023 Ford Ranger build: Trig Point slide-out kitchen

Now we’re cooking, with a complete interior fit-out of our Trig Point canopy
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Reviews

2023 Ford Ranger build: 14,000km update

A service and highway trip for our Ranger as the build continues
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2023 Ford Ranger build: Boss Aluminium 270° awning

We add an Australian-made awning from Boss Aluminium to the Ranger and we couldn’t be happier
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2023 Ford Ranger build: Tough Dog suspension

Our Ranger is finally looking level and riding well with its full Tough Dog suspension installation complete
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Reviews

2023 Ford Ranger build: Living with the V6 Sport

Our Ranger Sport has transformed into one of the best 4x4 touring rigs around

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2022 Isuzu MU-X Build

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News

Sold: 2022 Isuzu MU-X project build

Loaded for adventure, our epic MU-X build has a new owner
Rola Titan roof rack and Ridge Mounts
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MU-X build: Rola Titan Tray and Ridge Mount system

We maximise the Isuzu’s carrying capacity with a Rola Titan tray on a Ridge Mount system
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MU-X build: RacksBrax installed

Aussie-made quick-release brackets for awnings and other roof-mounted accessories makes fitting and removing easier
OZtrail 270 BlockOut awning
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MU-X build: OZtrail BlockOut 270-degree awning

We put the OZtrail awning on our MU-X to the test with a few camping trips over the summer months
Narva light bar
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MU-X build: Narva Ultima light bars and Connect+ fitted

Narva takes light bars to the next level with its new Ultima range and Connect+ adjustability
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MU-X build: C-TEK system and Century Lithium Pro battery installed

Our MU-X gets an auxiliary battery system with a lithium second battery
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MU-X build: MSA 4x4 mirrors added

MSA 4x4 mirrors added to our MU-X build improve rearward vision every time you drive, whether towing or not
OZtrail Birdsville 1400 rooftop tent
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MU-X Build: OZtrail Birdsville 1400 rooftop tent

OZtrail’s all-new Birdsville 1400 hybrid rooftop tent transforms our MU-X
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Tough Dog suspension transforms our MU-X build

The 4X4 Australia MU-X is riding a little taller now, thanks to a new Tough Dog suspension set-up
MSA 4x4 cargo storage
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Isuzu MU-X build: MSA 4x4 cargo system

We fit-out the back of the MU-X with an MSA Explorer drawer and fridge slide

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2020 Isuzu D-MAX Build

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4X4 Australia D-MAX: Total cost

How much did it cost to build the 4X4 Australia D-MAX, including the updated Club 4x4 insurance policy?

MSA 4x4 drawer system and drop slide for our D-MAX
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D-MAX gets an MSA 4x4 drawer system and drop slide

MSA storage drawers and a fridge drop slide installed in the latest D-MAX update, but will it all fit under the canopy?
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Custom 4x4s

Final build: 4X4 Australia’s D-MAX

We transformed our stock-as-a-rock 2020 Isuzu D-MAX into a dirt road-ready touring weapon. Here’s what we learned along the way

MaxTrax recovery kit on the 4X4 Australia D-MAX
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4X4 Australia D-MAX gets a MaxTrax recovery kit

The 4X4 Australia D-MAX is ready to hit the tracks, with a comprehensive MaxTrax recovery kit the final piece of the puzzle
Companion 60-litre fridge/freezer
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Companion 60-litre fridge added to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX

Our 60-litre fridge from Companion keeps the beers cold, even when it’s not plugged in to the 4X4 Australia D-MAX
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D-MAX gets a King Brown exhaust

Time to liven things up on 4x4 Australia's D-MAX, with a three-inch King Brown exhaust from Pacemaker Australia
Invicta battery and Piranha battery tray
Electronics & Gadgets

D-MAX gets a lithium dual-battery system

Our D-MAX build gets a dual-battery system comprising of an Invicta lithium battery and Piranha Off-Road battery tray
Yakima RuggedLine
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D-MAX gets a Yakima RuggedLine mounting system

The touring mods keep on coming for the 4X4 Australia D-MAX, with a Yakima roof platform
D-Max Hayman Reese X-Bar
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Our D-Max gets a Hayman Reese X-Bar tow bar

Our D-Max is ready to work with a brand new towing kit
D-Max canopy
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Our D-Max gets a new Piranha canopy

Our D-Max is now a proper ute, thanks to our new Piranha Off Road fibreglass canopy

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2018 Ford Ranger Build

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Wheels & Tyres

Bronze Age: KMC Addict 2 tested

We equipped the Ranger with KMC wheels that stand out and stand up.
Custom Ford Ranger 4x4 touring build guide
Reviews

Our Ford Ranger custom build

The once-stock Ranger XLS is now a pin-up fourby, courtesy of Australia’s elite aftermarket industry.
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Our Ranger gets loaded with an ARB Awning and Light Kit

A vehicle-mounted awning is the quickest and easiest way to deal with the weather conditions. We fitted an ARB Awning to our ranger.
Narva Ultima 180 LED driving lights review
Electronics & Gadgets

VIDEO: Narva Ultima 180 LEDs light up our Ranger

Four of Narva’s finest turn light into day.
Goodyear Wrangler MTR Kevlar review
Wheels & Tyres

VIDEO: Ranger gets a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs

We’ve thrown a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs on the Ranger.
4X4 Australia's Ford Ranger with AMVE canopy
Gear

AMVE canopy exceeds our Ranger's storage needs

A quality aluminium canopy adds style, security and functionality to our Ford Ranger.
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Ranger gets Protex brake rotors and pads

A set of Protex brake rotors and pads go on the 4X4 Australia Ranger.
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Reviews

Follow our Project Ranger build

A Ranger has join the 4x4 Shed and we plan to gear it up into the ultimate support rig.
Redarc RedVision Manager30 inverter review
Electronics & Gadgets

Redarc power management system tested

Redarc is keeping the Ranger’s 12-volt power needs met.
Bushranger Night Hawk driving lights product review
Electronics & Gadgets

Bushranger Night Hawk driving lights: 4x4 product test

We've given the Bushranger 4x4 Night Hawks a run on the Ranger and reckon they come up trumps.