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Lightning

Ford F-150 Lightning

Shaun Wale of 4WD24/7 frequently takes Sooty on some of Australia's toughest and most iconic four wheel drive tracks, and the modifications and parts required to pull it off have all been carefully selected, informed by decades of four wheel drive experience.

Starting with the exterior mods, including the custom-made bull bar from Custom RV in Brisbane. With a sleek black Raptor coating, this bar is not only visually appealing but also incredibly durable. The bar is equipped with a pair of six-inch livid lights, providing an impressive amount of light for those dark off-road journeys.

Additionally, a 22-inch nighttime light bar adds to the incredible lighting setup. On the performance side, a Dominator winch from Full Drive Service Centre ensures that any sticky situation can be easily conquered.

In the suspension department, this 80 Series is fitted with superior drop arms, adjustable panhard, and King Springs, resulting in impressive flex capabilities. The rear features an ARB air Locker, providing full control and traction on rough terrains. While the front differential does not have a locker installed yet, the rear locker and well-maintained standard components keep the vehicle steady and capable. Under the hood, the factory turbo diesel engine has been enhanced with an aftermarket CT 26 turbocharger by MTQ. This upgrade ensures high performance and optimal power output whenever needed.

The vehicle's electrical system has been developed for maximum efficiency. Two Century 4x4 Overland batteries are installed in the engine bay, offering increased cranking power and winching capabilities. A Redarc Manager 30 manages the 12-volt system in the back of the vehicle, powering the fridge, camp lights, and all charging needs. This advanced piece of technology displays battery status and load information, making it a pivotal tool for bush adventures. The vehicle is also equipped with a 1000-watt pure sine wave inverter, ensuring reliable power for all electronic devices.

Moving to the interior, the cockpit remains relatively standard, with the addition of aftermarket seats for superior comfort. The vehicle is also equipped with GoPro mounts and microphone setups for recording off-road trips. True Fit floor mats keep the interior clean and tidy, ensuring no dirt or debris reaches the carpets.

The rear of the vehicle showcases a practical and well-organized setup, ideal for long bush trips. A Dometic CFX 65-litre fridge offers ample storage space for food and beverages, with an easy slide drop-down fridge slide making access effortless. The vehicle features Titan drawers for tool storage and spare parts, ensuring everything is readily available. Various essential items, including camping gear, gas bottles, and cooking utensils, are neatly stowed away. Additionally, hidden around the vehicle, you'll find extra spare parts for emergencies.

With its bead lock wheels, scrub rails, custom-made sliders, and reinforced roof rack, this 80 Series is ready to conquer any off-road challenge. The General Grabber X3 tires provide excellent traction, both on and off-road, making this vehicle an unstoppable force.

This unique 1HD-FTE Factory Turbo 80 Series is more than just an off-road vehicle. Whether it's tackling the Glasshouse, Cape York, or the Simpson Desert, this beast handles it all with ease

You can watch Sooty in action over on the 4WD24/7 Youtube Channel.

LandCruiser

80 Series

Sooty MKII - Shaun Wale 4WD24/7

My LN106 Daily driver is a simpler ride than the ranger, leaf sprung and solid axle front and rear. Without any of the must do mods like rear under front and diff push it’s not the most ultimate of game changing builds. But it goes everywhere the big boys drive and hasn’t needed recovering yet. The lightweight set up helps get up the bigger stuff and while it’s not big enough to take the family it’s definately a much more fun drive for the solo trips. 3L motor is absolutely gutless on the highways and it probably needs a full sound deadening kit but AirPods do a pretty good job of noise cancelling.

Hilux

N50/LN106

1993 Toyota Hilux LN106

Jimny

2023 Suzuki Jimny JB74

Amarok

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Patrol

2004 Nissan Patrol GU

80Aus - 80 Series Landcruiser

2022 Nissan Patrol Y62

F-250

Sandy Superduty F250

Ranger

Ironman 4X4 - Next Gen Ranger

Introducing the Bull 79, a 2020 dual cab 79 series from Isaac and the team at Norweld in Queensland. 

Meticulously built over eight months with careful attention to detail. Named after the owner's nickname, Bull, this car is a true beast on the road and off. 

The exterior of the vehicle has been painted in a unique Jeep color called Gator, giving it a distinctive look that stands out from the crowd. The modifications begin at the front, where the Bull 79 features an ARB Big Tube Bull bar and ARB Solis lights. The vehicle has also been equipped with a Warn winch and a Norweld grill, which adds a touch of personalization. Completing the exterior upgrades is the EVO Corse 18x9 wheels, specially imported from Australia and perfectly complementing the overall design.

Moving to the interior, the Bull 79 showcases a well-thought-out setup. The driver and passenger seats have been upgraded to Specialist M Recaros, providing comfort and support during long off-road trips. The cabin is equipped with a roof console, floor console, and a Kenwood head unit, offering a great audio experience for the occupants. Thanks to the addition of the Red Vision system from Redarc, the driver has full control over the car's electrical functions, making it easy to manage power consumption and monitor battery levels. The interior also features vinyl door cards with the Norweld logo, offering durability and a touch of style.

When it comes to camping, the Bull 79 is fully equipped to handle any adventure. The Norweld canopy, known as the Deluxe, provides ample space for storing all necessary camping gear. It features a compact layout, with a single tire and jerry can holder, leaving enough room for a Boss tent, a swag, or an Oztent. The canopy also incorporates a built-in drawer system, keeping everything organized and easily accessible. Power needs are taken care of by the Platinum wiring package, along with a 2000 watt inverter and 400 amps of lithium batteries, ensuring that the Bull 79 remains self-sufficient while off the grid. Additional features like the ARB twin compressor kit with a tank and a built-in coffee machine add convenience and luxury to the camping experience.

Underneath its rugged exterior, the Bull 79 boasts an impressive performance package. The vehicle has been fitted with portal axles and a 300mm chassis extension provided by Multi Drive and Marks, giving it the extra ground clearance and stability needed for extreme off-roading. The G-Turbo G350 turbo upgrade, PowerPipe, and Diesel Power Unlimited intercooler have significantly improved the vehicle's power and torque output, delivering a thrilling driving experience. The suspension has been upgraded with JMX Alpha shocks from JMAXX, offering in-cab adjustability to adapt to different terrains. With a GVM of 3950kg, the Bull 79 can carry a substantial payload and is perfectly suited for long-distance touring.

Bull 79 is a true masterpiece of design and engineering, meticulously crafted to offer performance, convenience, and style.

Isaac & Norweld "Bull79" 79 Series

This is our everyday plus tourer build. It's under 2.1m so my wife can still use it to go to the shops, while also being really capable out on weekend/day trips and with just enough room for longer month long journeys. Comfortable and modern with a few key mods to make it suit the type of driving we enjoy most semi-difficult offroad touring.

2021 Ford Ranger PX3

Found this build online so don't have any details of owner or trip. Just an awesome looking sandy 79.

Sandy Taupe 79 Series

Mac Preston from TJ & Mac's youtube channel, @macpreston on instagram and brands shed life and no wasted weekends has spent the last few years building a truly one of a kind 79 Series.

Starting from an already heavily modified 79 series coil converted by Blue Flame Automotive and performance mods from Fast Lane Fabrications including throttle body top mount delete and four inch intake through to a custom airbox and phat bars 5" snorkel the car started life as a Sandy Taupe 79.

Full superior engineering pre-rego 5" Lift and Long Arm 5-Link Coil Conversion allows it to roll on the black top with 37s (KMC Machette polished alloys wrapped in Nitto Trail Grapplers).

Once it was in Mac's hands it was destined for change. And the unique styling he's applied is a beautiful evolution of the themes present in his Ranger build.

Painting the entire car black with the team at Speedshop including cleaning up old holes and spot welds to clean up the body, and keeping the factory bumper and fitting a middle east spec tray back have created a unique profile that stands out from most 79s in the community.

A comprehensive (lightweight) 12v set up with all the essentials but none of the normal extremes like a coffee machine and induction cooking, the car is all car no nonsense.

Featuring barwork from Phat bars, Lightforce driving lights, harrop e-lockers the driveline was recently complimented by an amazing automatic transmission conversion featuring the 8HP gearbox from the team at Zero to 60 (8Speed) who handle drift and race monsters through to some of the most impressive 79 series in the country.

Most recently the interior has had a big upgrade complimenting the car builders sound deadening a huge package of bits and pieces from PVS including rear view mirror, customer steering wheel and other nice bits that bring the 79 up into the 21st century.

Mac Preston's 79 Series Lancruiser

FJ45

Patriot Twins FJ45 Build

Aussie Destinations Unknown (ADU), also known as 'The Face of American Trucks in Australia,' proudly embraces the motto 'Live Big' alongside their partnership with GMSV as ambassadors. 

ADU's journey began over two years ago when they embarked on towing their large caravan across Australia using a Chevy Silverado. While eagerly anticipated, the full Chevy build video has been delayed due to unforeseen challenges caused by the impact of Covid-19, such as missing parts and backorders. 

However, ADU has decided to address the demand by providing a comprehensive rundown on the GCI Traytec canopy, renowned for its superior design, innovation, quality, and precision.

GCI Traytec, part of the esteemed GCI group, distinguishes itself as a leading Australian provider of top-notch tray and canopy solutions. With their operations centralized in South East Queensland, GCI Traytec offers an all-in-one facility for design, programming, laser cutting, CNC folding, welding, machining, powder coating, and assembly. 

The company utilizes premium aluminum grades, including 5005, 5052, 5083, and 6061, and ensures every surface is powder coated for optimal durability. The robust mounts, made of mild steel and zinc-plated to prevent rusting, strike a perfect balance between strength and flexibility, making them ideal for off-road adventures. 

ADU showcases the impressive features of their GCI Traytec canopy, including a spacious tray with a headboard housing stainless steel water tanks, versatile toolboxes with inner drawers, and a meticulously designed interior and lighting system.

Additionally, ADU highlights their integrated lithium battery power system, a collaborative effort between Enerdrive and GCI Traytec. This cutting-edge system incorporates a BTEC 300AH Generation 2 Lithium Battery, ePower DC2DC Charger, ePower Battery Charger, ePower Inverter, and Simarine Battery Monitoring System, providing ample power for various appliances and accessories. 

The canopy's functionality is further enhanced by clever storage solutions, such as large drawers, a Companion hot water system, a slide-out pantry, and a state-of-the-art kitchen featuring a fridge, induction cooktop, and sink. ADU's dream build represents their ultimate nomadic lifestyle, offering both comfort and peace of mind during their adventurous journeys. 

To witness their remarkable setup firsthand, interested individuals can catch ADU at upcoming national 4x4 and caravan shows, while those seeking exceptional tray or canopy solutions are encouraged to reach out to the outstanding team at GCI Traytec.

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ADU 2500HD Silverado

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