Browsing 4x4 accessories, either online or in shops, seems to be a favourite past time of many 4x4 enthusiasts. But it's difficult to find out what a product is really like until you've spent your hard earned money. That's why I created this 4x4 Product Review section. There won't be a massive number of products reviewed here, but every item I report on will have been long term tested, by myself, in the tough Aussie Outback. All of my product reviews will answer the following questions:
Also make sure you check out the 4x4 Accessories Guide, where I highlight which 4x4 accessories are "must haves" when taking your 4x4 off road. If you're just starting out it will explain which items you'll need to acquire first and why.
I have developed a rating system for the products I review. The rating allows the results of the review to be summarized, however, it is important to read the whole review in detail to fully understand both the positive and negative aspects of each part or accessory. The ratings are like the usual star system, except I have changed the stars for "fourbies":)
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A truly excellent product. Significantly exceeded expectations. Good or excellent value for money. Highly recommended.
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A good product that meets expectations. Good or excellent value for money. Recommended.
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An average product. Could have been better in one or more areas. Read the review carefully to understand why it didn't get a higher rating.
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A below average product. It has major deficiencies that make it not recommended.
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Don't bother!
Garmin Topo Maps provide information such as land features, contours and elevations, tracks, outback trails, points of interest, watercourses and more.
Maps are available for the USA, Canada, Great Britain, Europe and others areas. They are compatible with a large range of Garmin GPS units.
Click here to read the review of the Garmin Topo Australia and New Zealand Maps.
The ARB Roof Tent appears to offer a good mix of comfort and convenience, in a package that's easily transported on the roof of your 4x4 or SUV. All up I have spent over 60 nights in the ARB Roof Tent, so I think I know it pretty well. Read on to find out how it performs.
Click here to read the review of the ARB Simpson III Rooftop Tent.
The Unifilter Snorkel Ram Head Cover fits over the snorkel air inlet, and filters the air entering the intake. I have tested it for 6500km (4000 miles), and nearly all of those miles were on dirt tracks or off-road. Here's how it performed.
Click here to read the review of the Unifilter Snorkel Ram Head Cover.