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2018 Ford Ranger Custom Build

We picked up this 2018 Ford Ranger as a demo with only 250km on the clock, so pretty much as good as new. It didn't take long for the build to begin, with modifications from some of the biggest names in the 4x4 industry transforming it into an off-road powerhouse.
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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

Ironman 4x4 MSA 4X4 Accessories Maxtrax TrueFit3D Narva Pacemaker Wheel Pros GME MAXXIS X-Bar AFN AMVE Bushranger 4x4 Powertech Club 4x4 Goodyear Mycoolman Provent Redarc Rola 4x4 Waterwatch
KMC Addict 2 wheels
Wheels & Tyres

Bronze Age: KMC Addict 2 tested

We equipped the Ranger with KMC wheels that stand out and stand up.

Custom Ford Ranger 4x4 touring build guide
Reviews

Our Ford Ranger custom build

The once-stock Ranger XLS is now a pin-up fourby, courtesy of Australia’s elite aftermarket industry.

ARB Awning MAIN 1 Jpg
Gear

Our 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.

Narva Ultima 180 LED driving lights review
Electronics & Gadgets

VIDEO: Narva Ultima 180 LEDs light up our Ranger

Four of Narva’s finest turn light into day.

Goodyear Wrangler MTR Kevlar review
Wheels & Tyres

VIDEO: Ranger gets a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs

We’ve thrown a set of Goodyear Wrangler MT/Rs on the Ranger.

4X4 Australia's Ford Ranger with AMVE canopy
Gear

AMVE canopy exceeds our Ranger's storage needs

A quality aluminium canopy adds style, security and functionality to our Ford Ranger.

Protex Main 1 Jpg
Gear

Ranger gets Protex brake rotors and pads

A set of Protex brake rotors and pads go on the 4X4 Australia Ranger.

1422 X 948 Web Cover Project Ranger 3 Jpg
Reviews

Follow our Project Ranger build

A Ranger has join the 4x4 Shed and we plan to gear it up into the ultimate support rig.

Redarc RedVision Manager30 inverter review
Electronics & Gadgets

Redarc power management system tested

Redarc is keeping the Ranger’s 12-volt power needs met.

Bushranger Night Hawk driving lights product review
Electronics & Gadgets

Bushranger 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.

Trufit MaxTrac 3D floor mats product test
Gear

TruFit MaxTrac 3D floor mats: product test

Set-and-forget carpet protection, with a set of TruFit 3D mats.

AFN bumper and underbody protection product review
Vehicle Protection

AFN bumper and underbody protection: 4x4 product test

Our Ranger gets a steel replacement front bumper and underbody protection from AFN 4x4.

MAXXIS Main 2 Jpg
Wheels & Tyres

Maxxis RAZR mud-terrain tyres survive off-road torture test

Maxxis’ RAZR mud-terrain tyres are the strong and silent type.