Do You Really Need a Winch?

This is one of the most common questions asked by our customers when upgrading their 4×4 vehicle. And the answer is often the same.  If you plan on going off-road, you will eventually get bogged. It’s not so much a matter of if, but when, regardless if you’re on mud, rocks, sand or even snow,…

How to choose a roof rack that’s right for you

Maybe it’s the perfect occasion for an unplugged family long weekend away, or perhaps you’ve planned the ultimate fishing & camping trip with the lads. Either way, you realise that you have a tonne of shit to carry and very little car space.  It’s times like this where your mate usually drops ahhh told ya,…

Important WA Regulations You Need to Know About Common 4WD Accessories

Have you ever seen a decked out 4×4 and immediately knew there wasn’t a snowball’s chance in hell that it was road legal? It has become more common to see fourbies fully kitted out with the latest 4WD accessories and tech on the streets of Perth. After all, nothing is more exciting than picking up…

5 Important Factors to Consider When Choosing a 4×4 Suspension System

Having a tough time figuring out what kind of suspension lift kit to install on your 4WD?  You’re not the only one. What is the best 4×4 suspension for my car? When it comes to choosing the right suspension system for your rig it all comes down to how well it performs with the demands…

Diff Lockers And How They Work

What Is A Differential Look at any vehicle on the road and you will see at least one differential. Virtually every vehicle built since the 30’s has a differential attached at the drive shaft. And why would they not? Differentials allow for cornering, different wheel speeds (hence the name), power distribution and are responsible for…

Transmission Problems

Transmission Problems: What To Choose From? We all know about engines, oil, tyres, brakes. All the components that we talk to our mechanic about when we get a service. But when was the last time you had a conversation with a professional about your transmission? Whether you realise or not, your transmission is constantly being…

Car Habits That Can Destroy Your Car Transmission

Car Habits That Destroy Your Car Transmission The interface for a car is pretty simple. Turn the wheel left to turn left, use the brake pedal to slow down, mash the noise pedal to go faster. That sort of thing. The problem with this simplicity is we forget the technology operating underneath the soft plastics…

4 Common Gearbox Problems

4 Common Gearbox Problems Automotive transmissions are not simple. Your transmission is a collection of gears, wheels, cogs and bearings spinning happily and smothered in lubricants. Until it breaks. The issue with complex machinery is the sheer amount of parts that can break, wear, snap or seize. Like most motoring issues, early identification and intervention…

Why Is My Clutch Not Working?

Front vs Rear 4WD Lockers Manual cars are more interactive, give better feedback and allow the driver to feel more involved with operating the vehicle. Your clutch is one of the most hard-working parts of your car. How do you tell if there is a problem, and how bad can problems be? What do we…

Front vs Rear 4WD Lockers

Front vs Rear 4WD Lockers Few people buy a serious 4WD without at least an aspiration to head one day off road. Most 4WD class vehicles in dealerships today cater to these casual 4×4 drivers. But what if you are a serious off-road enthusiast? What if you want or need a vehicle that can handle…