FITSPEC

Buying guides

The things worth understanding before you spend money — written plainly, by someone who's been through it. No brand recommendations, no sponsored picks.

Start here — fitment

Series codes explained: why a "Ranger" isn't one vehicle 6 min read What order should you build your ute in? 7 min read

Protection

Bull bars: airbags, ADR compliance, steel vs alloy 6 min read

Suspension

Suspension and lift kits: what a 2-inch lift actually involves 6 min read

Storage

Canopies and trays: why payload is the number that catches people 5 min read Drawers and storage: weight, cargo barriers and fridge slides 6 min read

Electrical

Dual battery and 12V systems: DC-DC, VSR, AGM and lithium 6 min read UHF radios and aerials: gain, mounting and channel etiquette 7 min read

Touring & recovery

Long-range fuel and water tanks: what they really cost you 7 min read Recovery gear: rated vs unrated, and why it matters 6 min read Roof racks and platforms: dynamic vs static load ratings 6 min read Rooftop tents, swags and campers: the roof-rating maths 7 min read Towing: GCM, GVM, ball weight, and why "3.5 tonne" is mostly marketing 7 min read Tyres: load rating, LT vs P, and what upsizing actually costs you 7 min read