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Proper RV maintenance can go a long way to ensuring your rig stays in good shape for longer — and performs better.

Recovering a stuck 4WD is dangerous work, so having the right gear will reduce the risk factor massively and allow you to continue on your way.

The desire to add comfort features to our campers has led to a new range of problems which weren’t part of the scene several decades ago. But the fixes are often simple if you know what to look for.

The wheels on the bus go round and round, but they also need to stop. Here's our DIY guide on how to replace your old wheel bearings and brake components.

20 cracking campsite hacks for your camper trailer trip

If you're a DIY enthusiast, installing a new onboard air compressor should be a relatively easy day’s work.

Extreme Tyre Repairs

Cooking over coals

5 Easy Trackside Repair Solutions

Top 5 Tips For The Perfect Campfire

Your recreational vehicle is a mastery of engineering given the travels and places it can take us. Let's look at how to keep it looking its best from the outside

It doesn’t take much to mod your camper. It’s more a case of taking your time, using the right tools and remembering to measure twice and cut once.

Nowadays, most campers are fitted with electric brakes. Your fourbie is going to need a brake controller for these to work. We walk you through the step-by-step installation of a REDARC Tow Pro V3 Brake Controller, from positioning to wiring.

Read up on Camper’s guide to all the fiddly lil’ tools that make up a D.I.Y. enthusiast’s toolbox, so that you’re ready to tackle technical issues out in the bush.

DIY Install an electric brake controller

The wrong set of tyres can ruin your tow vehicle setup, so before you upsize be sure to remember the importance of the correct tyre selection.

5 tips for cooking with coals

How to make your own DIY camp shower

4 Ways to Tackle Trackside Repairs

What To Pack If You Want To Live Off The Grid

We install an AMTO29 head unit in a 70 Series Landcruiser to test the AMHDX3 black box that comes programmed to use Hema Maps

With his supplementary rear airbags working a treat, Steve decided to see about making their inflation and deflation a little less taxing

Camper catches up with a family of recreational archers who have transformed their humble box trailer into a four-berth camper of immense functionality.

UHF has changed over the years, but the principle remains the same: clear, successful communication when out in the bush. Camper’s Steve Cassano talks you through the D.I.Y. installation of a new GME unit and reports on the speccy new features.

When you're out on the road the last thing you need is a small problem turning into a big problem, so give your camper trailer a pre-trip health check to ensure everything is in working order.

Wheel bearings are often easily forgotten when it comes to maintenance and check ups, but if one breaks it can quickly turn into a major problem. Find out how to look after them and how to fix them with Borgy.

Camper Trailer Kitchens

5 essential DIY techniques

Camping Recipes Cheap Eats

6 DIY Cooking Tips

How to install a Hema Maps HX-2 Wi-Fi Reversing Camera to a Landcruiser

Check out this home-made slide-on camper, sitting on the back of a Triton, with beer on tap.

You can tap into your 4WD’s dormant potential by installing a throttle controller, a contraption that regulates the voltage of the drive-by-wire unit to reduce lag between planting the foot and gaining pace.

Nothing destroys serenity quite like a noisy water pump. Whereas a quiet one is a major boon to an enjoyable time camping. Here’s how to hush your H20.

This straightforward conversion is suitable for any DIYer, and will make a massive difference to the intensity and quality of your spotlights.

These budget-friendly and DIY games, ideas and hacks are sure to impress the kids on your next camping adventure - plus they're super easy to create!

Essential trackside tyre repair tips

Forget the bucket and plunger. Forget the barrel and hand crank. Using a few tools and mechanics, you can travel in comfort knowing there is an option to clean your gear, no matter how dirty your adventure gets.

How To Build The Perfect Campfire

Camping On A Budget

The latest rooftop tent is the well-designed package from Quick Pitch with original features that will ensure it becomes a big seller.

Having a dual battery in your car lets you run a fridge and all manner of other electrical accessories. Steve Cassano talks you through the installation of a lithium auxiliary battery and a REDARC 1225D BCDC charger.

Factory lights don’t cut it in the bush. We run you through how to choose the right aftermarket lights and how to install one popular option, Lightforce Strikers.

Cleaning Behind the Ears

Battling dust while out on the road is not only annoying, it can also cause issues down the track. Check out these tips and techniques for dealing with dust.

You can't just ignore your diesel engine in the hope it will keep running forever. So here's Roothy's guide to looking after and getting the most out of it.

6 tips to help you camp more often

4 easy maintenance DIYs

5 Campfire Building Techniques

Camper trailer restorations 101