While cruising around the internet the other day, I stumbled across the coolest thing. The awesome people at MaxTrax have provided us with a way to pass an hour or so of time when we’re not out in our exploring. And I’m talking about their paper 4wd models! What a great idea! MaxTrax have created …
Super Select 4wd Mitsubishi’s answer to off-road driving comes in 3 flavours; the Pajero, the Triton and the Challenger. They are all very capable vehicles with some obvious differneces. However somewhere between the engine and the wheels, there is a key element that Mitsubishi has included on all of the 4wd options of these …
Dual Battery Setup Originally, my idea was to have a dual battery setup that was semi-portable. I’d be able to remove the battery from the boot so that I wouldn’t have to lug it around in the car when I didn’t need to. I’d also be able to arrive at a destination and carry the …
What is a Diff Locker? A locking differential (or diff locker) can make a significant difference in the performance of your 4wd in certain situations. Known also as diff-lock or locker, it is a modification to the standard automotive differential. It’s purpose is to restrict each of the two wheels on an axle to the same …
How does a 4wd Snorkel work? A Snorkel, when fitted to your four wheel drive, moves the engine air intake from under your bonnet, to roof height. This has many advantages. The two main advantages are: Less chance of water entering the enging when crossing rivers Access to clearner and cooler air What a 4wd …
4wd Trip – Wubin Wildflowers 4wd Trip Name: Wubin Wildflowers Terrain: Sand tracks and dense scrub Difficulty (Dry): Easy Date Driven: 9th, 10th, 11th September Day 1 – Wubin Wildflowers The Wubin Wildflowers 4wd trip took a small group of adventurers through the wildflower country to the north east of Wubin in Western Australia. The …
4wd Trip – Wandoo Country This track may take you through areas at risk of dieback. Please STICK TO THE TRACKS!. Terrain: Gravel, clay, sand. Distance (Km): 107.2 kms Difficulty (Dry): Scenic to easy. Google Map: 4wd Trip – Wandoo Country Date Driven: 15th May 2011 The area we drove through is rich in Western …
4wd Trip – Southern Shores Terrain: All sand Date Driven: 16th Jan 2011 The Southern Shores 4wd trip is a well known track along the beach south of Mandurah in Western Australia. The 4wd trip starts at the end of White Hill Road and continues southward towards Bunbury. There are exit points at Preston Beach and …
4wd Trip – Dwellingup Fencelines This track may take you through areas at risk of dieback. Please STICK TO THE TRACKS!. Dwellingup is a small town south of Perth. The town has a long history originally as the terminus of the Pinjarra/Marinup railway, as a logging town. In more modern times, Dwellingup has become known …
4wd Tips and Tricks – Steep Terrain Driving your 4wd on steep hills is one of the most exciting and potentially dangerous things you can do in your 4×4. Exciting because it’s adventurous. Dangerous because there is a real risk of rolling your vehicle. And on a steep hill, you could keep on rolling… All …