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2018 Ford Ranger Custom Build
We purchased our 2018 Ford Ranger with the intention of transforming it into an adventure-touring dual-cab ute, capable of travelling to Central Australia, the Simpson Desert, the Flinders Ranges, Vic High Country, Tasmania, and back again. With the help of Australia’s class-leading aftermarket 4x4 industry, we’ve achieved that goal.
We were lucky enough to score a 3.2-litre-powered demo with only 250km on the clock, with a manual transmission. We chose the Ranger as it’s a top-selling new 4x4 to private buyers, and there’s plenty of great accessories available for it.
It was primarily used as a support vehicle for our 4x4 Adventure Series trips, so it had to be expedition-ready. Our world-beating aftermarket 4x4 industry didn’t disappoint, and we ended up with an exceptional tourer loaded with quality accessories.
Products we added
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Wheels & TyresBronze Age: KMC Addict 2 tested
We equipped the Ranger with KMC wheels that stand out and stand up.
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ReviewsOur Ford Ranger custom build
The once-stock Ranger XLS is now a pin-up fourby, courtesy of Australia’s elite aftermarket industry.
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GearOur Ranger gets loaded with an ARB Awning and Light Kit
A vehicle-mounted awning is the quickest and easiest way to deal with the weather conditions. We fitted an ARB Awning to our ranger.
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Electronics & GadgetsVIDEO: Narva Ultima 180 LEDs light up our Ranger
Four of Narva’s finest turn light into day.
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Wheels & TyresVIDEO: Ranger gets a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs
We’ve thrown a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs on the Ranger.
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GearAMVE canopy exceeds our Ranger's storage needs
A quality aluminium canopy adds style, security and functionality to our Ford Ranger.
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GearRanger gets Protex brake rotors and pads
A set of Protex brake rotors and pads go on the 4X4 Australia Ranger.
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ReviewsFollow our Project Ranger build
A Ranger has join the 4x4 Shed and we plan to gear it up into the ultimate support rig.
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Electronics & GadgetsRedarc power management system tested
Redarc is keeping the Ranger’s 12-volt power needs met.
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Electronics & GadgetsBushranger Night Hawk driving lights: 4x4 product test
We've given the Bushranger 4x4 Night Hawks a run on the Ranger and reckon they come up trumps.
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GearTruFit MaxTrac 3D floor mats: product test
Set-and-forget carpet protection, with a set of TruFit 3D mats.
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Vehicle ProtectionAFN bumper and underbody protection: 4x4 product test
Our Ranger gets a steel replacement front bumper and underbody protection from AFN 4x4.
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Wheels & TyresMaxxis RAZR mud-terrain tyres survive off-road torture test
Maxxis’ RAZR mud-terrain tyres are the strong and silent type.