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GVM vs GCM: Why Your Towing Capacity Might Not Be What You Think
A GVM upgrade doesn't automatically mean you can tow more. Here's the maths most 4WD owners get wrong before they hook up the caravan.
Apr 8


Chevy Silverado 2500HD GVM Upgrades Explained: Which Stage Is Right for You?
Up to 6,000kg GVM, 6.5-inch lift, and 37-inch tyres — the ORI Silverado 2500HD GVM upgrade package explained across all seven stages.
Apr 3


Ranger Raptor GVM Upgrade is Finally Here: Lovells 3550kg Kit Explained
A certified Ranger Raptor GVM upgrade is finally here. Lovells has released a 3550kg Fusion kit for the Next Gen 3.0L V6 that works with the factory FOX shocks.
Apr 2


PORTAL AXLES VS COIL CONVERSION FOR A 79 SERIES: WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
If you own a 79 Series LandCruiser, it doesn't take long before the modification rabbit hole starts. Bigger tyres, better suspension, more clearance… and eventually someone mentions either portal axles or a coil conversion. This Sandy Taupe V8 79 takes things to the extreme with portal axles — serious clearance and a serious stance. They're both serious upgrades that completely change how the vehicle performs off-road. But they do very different things, and they suit differen
Apr 1


Ford F-150 GVM Upgrade in Australia: Up To 4300kg GVM & 8800kg GCM
The F-150 is a big truck - but the factory GVM leaves more than you think on the table. Here is every ORI GVM upgrade stage explained.
Mar 26


Toyota Tundra GVM Upgrade in Australia: Payload, GCM & What You Need to Know
The Toyota Tundra might be one of the biggest utes on the road… but once you start building it like a proper Aussie tourer, payload becomes the limiting factor pretty quickly. Black Toyota Tundra Platinum with ORI Stage 1 GVM upgrade to 3850kg parked outside BAW Automotive Brisbane workshop. This Offroad Industries (ORI) federally approved GVM upgrade package is designed specifically for Australian-delivered Platinum and Limited models, giving you a serious bump in legal carr
Mar 25


Do I Need A GVM Upgrade? Most 4WDs Don’t
“Do I need a GVM upgrade?” It’s one of the most common questions we get at BAW. And here’s the honest answer most people don’t expect: In many cases, not necessarily. Not because GVM upgrades are bad - they are a vital tool for the right build. But because a huge portion of 4WD owners aren’t actually driving around overloaded, and jumping straight to a GVM upgrade can can significantly change the way your vehicle rides (sometimes more than people expect). Not every 4WD needs
Mar 18
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