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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!

2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79

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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: NSV Integrated Smart Air Compressor

Don’t stand over a tyre while it inflates or deflates, let this compressor do the work for you
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Maxxis RAZR MT772 mud-terrain tyres

A set of Maxxis RAZR mud-terrain tyres will get us anywhere we need to go in our LandCruiser
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Marks 4WD High Clearance tow bar

Thanks to never-ending innovation from the likes of Marks 4WD, even towbars are getting with the times
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Loaded Gibb 1675 alloy wheels

Stylish, heavy-load-rated alloy wheels for our LandCruiser 79
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Multidrive rear track correction and NSV gear

A replacement diff housing and axle rectifies the difference between the front and rear wheel tracks on our 79
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Ironman 4x4 protection and recovery gear

We’re getting our VDJ79 LandCruiser bush-ready with a package of protection and recovery gear from Ironman 4x4
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2024 Toyota LandCruiser 79 GXL: Our big build for 2025 gets underway

Our new VDJ79 build gets cracking with a suspension and GVM upgrade from Terrain Tamer

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Ford Everest Ambiente

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Reviews

2023 Ford Everest build: From stock to ultimate family tourer

We set out to see how well Ford’s Everest wagon would do as a touring 4x4, and we reckon it has come up trumps
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2023 Ford Everest build: Tough Dog Suspension GVM upgrade put to the test

Putting the Everest's Tough Dog suspension to the test on the tracks and on the road
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2023 Ford Everest build: Tough Dog Suspension GVM upgrade

Our Everest has Tough Dog suspension fitted including a GVM upgrade
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2023 Ford Everest build: MSA 4x4 storage and National Luna fridge

We kit out the Everest’s cargo space with an MSA fridge slide, barrier and storage drawer, as well as a National Luna fridge
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2023 Ford Everest build: MSA 4x4 towing mirrors

Mirror, mirror on the door, who’s the fairest of them all? Why, MSA 4x4 of course!
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2023 Ford Everest build: AFN 4x4 full bull bar

This bull bar from AFN 4x4 not only protects the front of our Everest, but looks good doing it

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2023 Ford Everest build: Safari Armax snorkel

Our Ford Everest scores a Safari Armax snorkel to improve airflow and add security for water crossings
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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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2023 Mitsubishi Triton 'Tradie Ute'

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Job done: Triton GLX-R transformed into the ultimate work ute

We have transformed the Triton GLX-R into the ultimate work ute, thanks to the help of some of Australia’s leading automotive aftermarket companies
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Tradie Triton ute build: MSA 4x4 Tradie Gear Canvas Seat Covers

These sturdy seat covers from MSA 4x4 will protect the Triton’s seats from blades, knives and other tradie paraphernalia
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Tradie Triton ute build: Dometic CoolMatic CRX 50 upright fridge

We’ve installed a Dometic CoolMatic CRX 50 in the Tradie Triton, to keep food and drinks chilled when on the worksite
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Tradie Triton ute build: Cel-Fi GO mobile booster

The Cel-Fi GO mobile booster will keep emails, messages and calls coming through to your devices when signals are weak
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Tradie Triton ute build: MSA 4x4 towing mirrors

A pair of MSA 4x4 towing mirrors ensure we always know what’s going on behind us when we have a trailer hitched to our Triton
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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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2023 Ford Ranger V6 Sport

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2023 Ford Ranger build: GVM upgrade

Increasing the GVM of your 4x4 shouldn't be taken lightly, but it shouldn't be avoided if you need it. We explain how to get it right
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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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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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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
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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
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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
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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.