4XJournal Volume 003
Get ready — Volume 003 of 4XJournal is here, and it’s packed with the most diverse mix of 4WD builds, adventures, and expert advice we’ve ever printed.
From trail-ready Nissan Patrols to classic Land Cruisers and tiny Suzukis tackling big terrain, this issue celebrates New Zealand’s four-wheel drive culture in all its forms.
This issue features:
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Benos Creations’ turbocharged LS-powered GQ Nissan Patrol — a hand-built, road-legal monster
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Toyota World Runners in NZ
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BMW-powered FJ45 — a reimagined classic
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Projecta Intelli-IQ in the wild — smarter 12-volt touring
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Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival at Nokomai Station
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Meet 105GUY — the man behind 4XJournal’s toughest technical advice
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Four Wheels to Wellness — an honest story about adventure and mental health
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Our Land Cruiser 100 upgrades — armour, comfort, and camp life
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How to build a $500 Land Rover that can
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Kumeu’s 2025 4x4 Outdoor Expo — full event coverage
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DIY lift kit guide — the tools and advice you actually need
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Latest Toyota Prado accessories — factory-backed and field-tested
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Sam’s 80 Series — a moving tribute in steel
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South Island Suzuki adventure — a micro-4WD trip with big lessons
As always, 4XJournal is independently written, beautifully photographed, and printed on premium uncoated A4 stock — built to be read, kept, and passed on.
Supported by:
4x4 Outdoor Expo, Blacksmith Camping Supplies, KRAE, Maxxis Tyres, McLeod Motors Offroad Garage, Projecta, Redarc, Rhino Rack NZ, Roam Vehicle Outfitters, Judge and Company, Rockarmor NZ, Trundles Automotive, Ultimate9, Wilatt, and YHI New Zealand.
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