Building your own 4x4? Start by choosing a platform that suits the mission—tourer, tow rig, or rock-hopper—and set a budget before the accessories multiply like rabbits.
Tyres first, then a modest lift and quality shocks; add recovery gear, underbody protection, and a snorkel if water crossings are your idea of fun. Lockers and gearing out-perform shiny light bars when the track turns ugly, and weight management (GVM, payload, roof limits) keeps you on the right side of physics.
In Australia, check state regs and ADR compliance—some mods need engineering sign-off and an insurance chat. Tinker one change at a time, buy quality once, and raid Tradingpost for the rest of the shiny bits.
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