Gear




How to: camping with the kids
Taking the little ones camping doesn’t have to be an ordeal.

Hi-lift Jack stabiliser: Product test
It’s not cheap, but avoiding being crushed justifies the price.

Bush Cooking with Roothy: Chilli Con Carne
Spice up your outback cuisine with this simple dish.

Southern Cross Ultimate Trekker: Product test
Pitching a tent has never been easier.

Recovery guide: Spare Tyre Ground Anchor
Fresh out of ideas? There is one last-ditch effort, but it’s a doozy.

MCC Rear Wheel Carrier: Product test
MCC rear wheel carrier makes this Troopy the ultimate packhorse.

Bush Cooking with Roothy: BLT Wrap
A simple way to feed the troops.

Mexican-inspired Tortilla stack
Ditch the Akubra for a sombrero and tuck into Mexican tortillas. Bueno!

What is a differential?
What’s the diff? We explain how a differential controls the speed of a 4×4’s wheels.

Industry insider: Berrima diesel, NSW
There are now three generations of Leimroths working at Berrima Diesel in the NSW Southern Highlands.

How to use a chainsaw correctly
Chainsaws are an efficient way to clear a track, but there’s method to the madness

Bush cooking with Roothy: Pasta with meatballs
Italian cuisine in the Aussie outback.

4X4 Garage: Terrain Tamer’s impressive range of brake products
Allan Gray chats about Terrain Tamer’s vast range of brake products for 4×4 vehicles.

How to fit adjustable Panhard rods
An adjustable Panhard rod corrects axle shift and is easy to install.

Rapid spray diesel tank: Product test
Heading remote? You’ll need some fuel in reserve.

Outback breakdown: What to do?
Walking you through a real-life remote-area breakdown

Safeguard Cargo net: Product test
Keep gear secure in your tray with a Safeguard Cargo Net.

Bush cooking with Roothy: Gourmet burgers
Not just any old burger!

How to repair your cars cooling system
These bush fixes will help your 4WD soldier on through high temps when out on the tracks.

Bush cooking with Roothy: Coconut Mango Chicken
Most people love chicken and mango, so why not combine the two!

4×4 Trackside repairs
An inside look at some nifty trackside fixes that could get you out of a pickle.

How to create a fresh-water solar still
A solar still could save your life. Here’s how to make one if you’re stranded.

Recipe: Moroccan flavoured salmon and couscous patties
Tuna patties are an old family favourite and are a great standby when camping. But here is a recipe for fish patties with a difference using canned salmon and couscous.

How to find and fix electrical faults in your 4X4
Having electrical dramas out on the tracks? Here’s your ‘get out of jail free’ card
4X4 Australia’s Gear section is your ultimate resource for the latest and best 4×4 gear, accessories, and equipment. Our team of off-road enthusiasts and automotive experts brings you in-depth reviews, comparisons, and buying guides for a variety of 4×4 products to help you make informed decisions and enhance your off-roading adventures.
Our in-depth reviews encompass a wide array of 4×4 equipment and accessories, such as off-road tyres, roof racks, winches, recovery gear, camping gear, and more. We assess each product’s performance, durability, and value for money to help you find the ideal solution for your off-road activities.