Equipment Archives - Pat Callinan's 4X4 Adventures

In 19 years of filming Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures, we’ve put a lot of camera gear through conditions it probably wasn’t designed to endure. Dust gets everywhere, corrugations shake everything relentlessly,…

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How Heat Affects Your Tyres: The Hidden Danger on Outback Roads

We talk a lot about the obvious dangers in the bush. We talk about deep water crossings, jagged rocks that want to slice your sidewalls, and bog holes that can…

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Tonic Eyewear’s Recycled Fishing Line Frames Break New Ground

Spend long enough outdoors and you’ll realise a good set of sunnies isn’t just a fashion statement, it’s survival gear. Whether you’re scoping a rocky descent on the tracks or…

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The Toughest Tyre Test: 10,000KM of Australia’s Harshest Terrain

When you hear the name Pirelli, your mind probably jumps straight to Formula 1 grids or supercars cruising the coastline of Monaco. You probably don’t picture a muddy track in…

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Are your car seats costing you thousands at trade-in time

Buying a 4X4 is usually the second biggest financial commitment we make in our lives. It sits right behind buying a house. We spend weeks researching the right model and…

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Supercar Tyre Tech Off-Road: How High-Performance Engineering Enhances 4X4 Tyres

When Pirelli reached out and asked if we’d be keen to run their Scorpion range on one of our upcoming shoots, we’ll be honest, our first thought was: Pirelli? The supercar mob?These…

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Track Tested: Outback Armour’s GVM Upgrade

When you hear GVM upgrade, most people think tradies, tourers and towing, not crossing the Simpson Desert or hammering corrugations on the way to the Gulf. But that’s exactly where we’ve…

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Cape to Red Centre: New Night Hawk ADV hits hard

Fresh off the line and already copping a workout, Bushranger’s new Night Hawk ADV Driving Lights have been put to the test where it counts, up the Cape and across…

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Brown Davis 235L Long Range Tank for the Ford F-150 EcoBoost

One of the biggest gripes we hear from tourers and towers is simple: fuel range. Modern 4X4s, especially big ones like the F-150, can chew through juice quickly once you…

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First Impressions: Bushwakka Flipside 19

When it comes to rooftop tents, there’s always a compromise. Space vs. size, comfort vs. clearance, or convenience vs. durability. But every now and then, something comes along that doesn’t…

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Field Tested: TruFit 3D Floor Mats

Let’s be real — floor mats aren’t the most exciting thing you can bolt into your 4WD. But when you’ve got two boys, live in a damp climate, and spend…

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Field Tested – Quadlock Phone Mount

You know those bits of gear that sneak their way into your 4X4 and quietly become indispensable? The TLR Products Quadlock Phone Mount & Charging Bundle has quickly turned into…

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Field Tested: Bushwakka Outdoor Torch

You know those bits of gear that sneak their way into your 4X4 and never leave? The ones that earn their keep not by looking flash, but by quietly pulling…

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FIRST LOOK AT THE NEW ARB ZENITH BAR

ARB has been building seriously stout bull bars for decades, balancing neat styling with practicality and quality. Now, with the release of the Zenith Bull Bar, they’ve added a modern…

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How to Keep the Dirt Out of Your Jocks: Dust-Proof Camping Gear

We’ve all been there: you’ve just finished a once-in-a-lifetime day crossing gnarly rivers, pounding out hundreds of kays of red dirt corrugations, and camped up in some of the most…

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Get the Ultimate 4X4 Adventure Hub With The Mr 4X4 App

If you’re fair dinkum about your 4X4 lifestyle, then we’ve got the perfect digital companion for you: the Mr 4X4 App. Whether you’re new to off-roading or you’ve been crawling…

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The One Accessory That Should Have Come Standard

If you’re pushing your 4X4 to its limits, whether that’s crawling up rocky tracks, towing a camper through the Outback, or just tackling everyday commutes loaded to GVM, there’s a…

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Reviewed – Clearview Power Slide

If you’re headed away for more than a weekend touring or camping in a 4X4, a fridge is non-negotiable. Keeping your food fresh and your beer ice cold out on…

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Christmas Gift Ideas for That Special 4X4er

Christmas is coming, and if you’ve got a 4X4er in your life, you’ll know they can be notoriously hard to buy for. Fear not, because we’ve got you covered with…

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Sunland Dashmats: Keep Your 4X4 Cool, Protected, and Looking Sharp

When you’re bouncing down corrugated tracks with the sun blazing through the windscreen, your dash doesn’t stand a chance. UV damage, heat buildup, and glare are all issues we know…

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Field Tested: AMP Research PowerStep Running Boards

When we first set out to fit the AMP Research PowerStep Smart Series running boards to Pat’s F-150, there were a few reservations. Electronic steps sitting low down in Aussie…

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(Off)Road Tested: WeatherTech Floor Mats

Make no mistake, when you’re doing fair-dinkum 4X4ing and touring, your 4X4s interior cops just as much of a hiding as its exterior. Mud, sand, dirt, and all sorts of…

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Clearview Taps Into Full-Size Pickup Market

Never one to miss out on a good towing opportunity, Clearview Accessories have just announced they’ve got a range of their Next-Gen Towing Mirrors to suit the Aussie Delivered Ford…

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Sliding into Convenience: Installing the Bedslide 1000

There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of a well-executed DIY project, especially when it promises to make our lives easier out in the bush. Recently, we took on the task…

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Don’t Die In The Bush – How To Have Reliable Water

Australia has no shortage of remote locations. You could throw darts at a map of Australia and never hit a major town if you tried. Whether you call the east…

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Ryco Reckons They’ve Built A Better Catch Can

Modern 4X4s are marvels of engineering, boasting more power, and better fuel efficiency than ever before. But with these advancements come tighter tolerances and a greater need for precise maintenance.…

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How An App Can Save You Thousands

There’s no two ways about it, modern 4X4s are more powerful and fuel-efficient than ever before. Sure, the turbochargers and modern computer systems hanging off them play a major role…

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How The Right Lift Kit In Your 4X4 Will Get You Further

Picture this. You and your mate are off on an adventure of a lifetime. You’ve saved up your dollars ready for an epic month up in the Cape, well past…

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Mongrel Offers a New Design for the Outback

As the outback demands more from those who traverse its rugged terrains, Mongrel has stepped up with a footwear innovation that meets the challenge. And does so with an impressive…

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The Future of Towing Mirrors – How Clearview is Keeping You Legal

There’s no shortage of 4X4 products looking for a buyer. You can buy knick-knacks and doo-dads for every square inch of your rig, camper, heck even your camp chair. They…

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Bushwakka Extreme Darkness: An Actual Game-Changer

In the ever-evolving world of 4X4 touring setups, two items have recently taken the spotlight, revolutionizing how we experience the wild: 270° awnings and rooftop tents. These innovations aren’t just…

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Upfitter’s Guide to Tonneau Covers

In the varied world of 4X4 customisation, tonneau covers stand out as both practical and stylish additions to dual cab utes. Serving a myriad of purposes, from protecting cargo to…

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The Lowdown on the new Rhino-Rack Pioneer Series 6 Platform

If you’ve been following Pat, you know he’s been a long-time fan of the Rhino-Rack roof platforms—solid build, reliable, and more versatile than a Swiss army knife. Well, recently, we…

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Powering a fridge in your 4×4 has never been easier

If you’re still pulling warm beers out of an esky on your 4x4 adventures, it’s time we had a chat. Here’s how to power a fridge in your 4x4 the easy way.

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How to choose the right throttle response

Ultimate9 has four driving modes. Check out our guide on how you can choose the throttle response that's best for you.

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Don’t get caught without a catch can!

The catch can is one of those pieces of kit that you hear plenty about, but can't really determine whether it's something that you need.

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Colour changing LED driving lights that will blow your mind!

What if we told you your LED driving lights could be colour changing too, but to help you see clearer at night?

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How to save a life for $200

It's hard to know how to prioritise your 4X4 modifications, but for just $200, this first aid kit may be the best money you ever spend

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First look – Longranger for Next-Gen Everest

Newcastle based Out Of Town 4WD waste no time getting their Next-Gen Everest into production. We got a sneek peek at the process

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Engel celebrates 60 with a special edition fridge

Lovers of all things retro and top-shelf can rejoice, Engel has teased a limited edition fridge to celebrate their 60th, and it's a beauty

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10 4X4 Accessories you can’t live without

Planning your big lap? Or just want to spend the summer camping in the bush? These are the 10 must have 4x4 accessories for any adventure

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How to choose the right tyres for your 4X4

It doesn’t take a genius to know that 4X4 tyres are the only part of your vehicle that connect it directly to the road surface. What does take a little…

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Product Spotlight: Bushwakka Extreme Darkness Awning

Bushwakka have upped their game and introduced The Extreme Darkness Awning, available on both drivers and passengers side.

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What is a CV joint and why do they break?

What is a CV joint, why do they break and how do you know when you’ve broken one? Here’s everything you need to know about CV joints.

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Secondary fuel filters explained

With Australia having some of the worst diesel in the developed world, we look at secondary fuel filters and how they can help save you money

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A closer look at the ultimate throttle controller

Throttle controllers aren’t exactly new in the 4X4 world. The ability to dial in the sensitivity to suit your needs is an argument won a long time ago, but Ultimate9…

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