Preventative – adjective; designed to keep something undesirable from occurring. Also known as preventive. Without much more said, the Oxford Dictionary pretty much sums up this topic. Preventative Maintenance. Why does the manufacturer want you to follow a service schedule, and why is it important to keep that schedule intact? Each manufacturer provides a maintenance…
To the majority of people who see our 4WDs around town and wonder why on earth we spend all that money modifying our cars… this blog is for you. Why We Do What We Do with Our 4WDs Let’s make it as simple and as informative as we can. Let’s start with the purpose. When…
When we venture outdoors and chat with fellow enthusiasts in the four-wheel driving community, the topic often turns to traction in challenging conditions. We discuss the modifications we’ve made and the aids we employ. Many of us have watched YouTube videos of drivers conquering some of Australia’s toughest terrains. Their vehicles are tailored for this…
Recently, our daughter was in the market to purchase her first car. Naturally, our family discussions centred around her preferences and a reasonable budget. Given our keenness for off-road adventures and camping, it wasn’t surprising when she expressed interest in a four-wheel drive. The challenge was finding a vehicle that balanced budget constraints with the…
Since the creation of the internal combustion engine, finding ways to generate more horsepower, kilowatts and torque from them has been forever evolving. So, let’s break down these terms and what they represent in an engine. Horsepower: This is a measurement or a rate at which work is done and customarily used to reference the output…
The modern-day motor vehicle has changed the way we use braking systems. There was a time not so long ago when we applied the brake pedal, and we had complete control over the braking systems in our vehicles. Jump forward 30 years, and now the modern-day braking system in most, if not all, new motor…
Who’d have thought the weather would impact the timing of project car progress? This time of year around our region means we start to see a lot of movement in vehicle restorations. The cooler weather now that summer is behind us makes it more bearable to work in the shed, and in some cases, for…
When you’re in the market for a used car, there are a few essential items to consider before heading into the purchase. Some popular makes and models in the new car market have long wait lists as supply chains, and production lines attempt to catch up from the pandemic interruptions. This makes the used car…
Hanging on or holding out! Some say they wish they still had their first car or a car from their past. Nostalgia with a touch of hindsight as murmurs boil upon the warped reflection of the most reliable or valuable vehicle ever owned. On the one hand, many people love what the future has in…
When it comes to towing, it’s essential to know what weight you have to work with and understand how best to use it. There are quite a few components to vehicle weights. Each vehicle has the weight ratings set by the manufacturer. This covers Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM), TARE weight, Payload weight, Braked Towing…