Travelling in the Outback? This type of trip can be problematic for the uninitiated, here are some help tricks that will help you stay out of trouble.: Carry plenty of water (2-3 litres/person/day), food and fuel (allowing for 30-50% extra for sandy areas) plus enough food and water for an additional week just in case. You must plan to be totally self-sufficient when venturing away from towns. Avoid travelling during or just after wet weather as dirt roads will quickly […]
Preparation Before Your Next Trip: Do you think you have all the necessities for your next 4wd adventure? Use this checklist to make sure you have all that you need to have a safe, well prepared and thought out trip. Basic recovery gear (see check list) Basic first aid kit (see check list) Fire extinguisher CB Radio Tool kit, spare parts, a can of WD40 (see check list) 10 litres of water or more depending on number of people and […]
Winching: How to choose a Winch Can’t decide which winch is right for you? The best way to choose is to calculate the line pull needed for the application. To do this multiply your vehicle’s Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) by 1.5 – this will give an approximation for how big your winch should be. Typically, the first layer of rope around the drum is the max load the winch is capable of. Each additional layer deducts about 10% off the […]
Tips on How to Navigate Steep Hills in your 4wd: Today we’re giving you some tips and tricks on how to tackle those steep hills whether ascending or descending. Low second or third gear is generally best for going uphill Low first gear is best for steep downhill Don’t touch the clutch Use the footbrake sparingly and with caution Avoid turning the vehicle sideways on a hill Allow any vehicle in front plenty of room If the vehicle begins to […]