Expedition 79

Ron’s Taken a Few Months to Get Started on His LC79 Build, but the Wheels Are in Motion With Some Great Aussie-made Accessories.

- Ron Moon

WE BOUGHT the 2013 dual-cab V8 Cruiser last year, but it promptly went into the garage while we were overseas in our Dodge Ram. Finally, once we got back home from travelling and with a few bob in our pocket, we started to source some aftermarket gear for it. Then we headed to Outback 4WD in Bayswater, Victoria, who do all our service work, to get the first lot of goodies fitted.

First up was a bullbar to protect us from wayward animal strikes. We opted for an ARB Summit bar, which not only delivers airbag compatibility but also has a 60mm top tube, LED indicators and fog lights. We also added a set of side rails and steps for extra protection; the OE alloy ones getting the flick for something that will give a lot more protection. The build quality and finish on this bar work is exceptional.