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GVM upgrade vs suspension lift? If you’re building a 4WD and you’ve proaly wondered "What's the difference?" and "Which one do I need?". At BAW, we help customers in Brisbane and beyond figure this out every single day. Some 4x4 owners just want better clearance. Others are towing 3.5T vans to Birdsville. Here’s how to tell what’s right for your 4x4 - and what’ll actually keep you legal and safe on the road. Because not all suspension is created equal! Lovells GVM upgrade on

Looking for the ultimate caravan awning upgrade? The Bushwakka Meg Camper Awning delivers serious shade, strength, and coverage for travellers who don’t mess around. Available in 3.6m, 3.8m, 4.2m, and 4.8m sizes, the Meg Awning is designed to handle harsh Aussie conditions thanks to its heavy-duty ENDO frame and 900D canvas. Whether you’re setting up base at a powered site or braving a windy beach camp, this awning holds firm - no drama. Designed for full-time travellers, the

The RAM 1500 DT is a solid towing platform with serious capability, but there’s a catch...If you’re towing heavy, loading it to GVM, or running a canopy full-time, you’re putting constant stress on the rear of the chassis. Add in a few thousand kilometres of corrugated roads, and that flex starts to take its toll - especially around the rear coil towers, which are a known weak point on the DT platform. RAM 1500 DT Chassis Bracing: Why It’s a Must for Heavy Towing in Australia

In Brisbane, owning a ute isn’t just about getting from A to B. It’s how you work. How you camp. How you haul your mate’s broken dirt bike. But between the summer storms, salty air, and 35-degree tradie mornings, not all accessories are built for this corner of the world. So here’s our no-fluff guide to ute accessories Brisbane – based on what we install week in, week out. Built to turn heads and handle the bush—this D-MAX wears Offroad Animal gear, a Safari ARMAX snorkel, an

Why the GX550 is Already a Weapon (for School or Sand) Before we talk mods, let’s give credit where it’s due. The GX550 is basically a luxury 4WD wrapped in family-friendly packaging. It’s built on the TNGA-F platform (same bones as the 300 Series), but it comes with all the creature comforts you need to keep the household happy: Twin-turbo V6 with 349 horsepower and 650Nm of torque 3.5-tonne towing capacity for the boat or van Full-time 4WD with centre diff lock and low rang

If you’re serious about making the most of your 4WD in Brisbane — whether that’s weekend beach trips, touring Queensland, or just kitting out your daily — the right gear makes all the difference. At BAW, we see it every day: people overloading their utes with stuff they don’t need, or worse, forgetting the essentials like GVM upgrades to keep it legal and safe. Let’s break it down — what really matters when you’re upgrading your 4WD for Brisbane’s backyard? Brisbane 4x4 Gear:

INEOS Grenadier owners, your upgrade options just got a serious boost. Tough Dog has officially launched their suspension kit for the Grenadier, and it's exactly what this off-road brute has been asking for—more comfort, more control, and more load-carrying grunt. Why the INEOS Grenadier Needs a Suspension Upgrade The Grenadier is built tough from the factory. However, if you’re loading it up with touring gear, towing, or pushing into harsh terrain, that stock suspension star