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Utes are versatile vehicles; that is probably why you bought one. Ute trays are extremely usable no matter where you are and what you do. But, how often though, do you wish your ute tray was more than just a dual cab tub or a simple aluminium or steel tray? You have probably noticed ute trays on the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast fitted with custom tool boxes or whole custom ute tray setups. Many of the custom setups have been locally manufactured by 4WD Accessories Direct at Slacks Creek. Ute owners purchase these customisations for the many benefits they provide. Some of these benefits include:

Secure Lockable Storage

Custom ute trays and tool boxes are brilliant for the security they provide. Nothing is worse than having something valuable stolen from your ute tray on the Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast. Custom tool boxes are great for storing expensive items such as tools, camping equipment or even some purchases after a trip to the shops. 

Under tray tool boxes are also popular on the Gold Coast for their additional storage. Unused space around the rear wheels can be used to securely store those smaller items while the tray is left free for much bulkier things. 

During a trip to the beach, ute trays on the Sunshine Coast can be left unattended for hours while you’re catching some waves or the kids are playing in the sand. A lockable under-tray tool box provides a safe place out of the cab to keep your belongings secure but still accessible when you need them.

Corrosion Resistance

An aluminium ute tray combined with under tray tool boxes is a popular choice on the Gold  Coast. 4wd Accessories Direct at Slacks Creek manufactures ute trays and under tray tool  boxes by using corrosion-resistant marine grade aluminium. This material makes it ideal for trips to the beach or worksites close to the ocean. There are some incredible beaches north of the Sunshine Coast that allow for 4wds to drive on them and provide incredible camping,  fishing and surfing opportunities. 

A 4wd equipped with a 4wd Accessories Direct Ute Tray on the Sunshine Coast beaches is less likely to corrode and experience wear from the harsh ocean air. In addition, the under tray tool boxes are equipped with rubber seals that protect the contents from water, dust and sand while cruising up the beach.

Endless Tool Box Options Available

Under tray tool boxes are not the only tool box option manufactured expertly by 4WD  Accessories Direct. There is a range of options available that can be fitted in addition to under tray tool boxes on the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.

Options include a range of more extensive toolboxes that provide versatile storage options to assist with storing the tools for the worksite or the weekend trips away. These larger toolboxes include High Side Full Open Door, High Side ¾ Open Door, High Side Toolboxes with Drawers, Square Edge and low-profile toolboxes. When installed in combination, the possibilities are endless. 

This allows your tray to provide as much or as little secure storage as you need. Trades with more tools can get the storage they need, while those that transport more bulky items can leave the tray space available and stick to the under tray tool boxes.

4WD Accessories Direct is a local South East Queensland Manufacturer of 4WD and ute customisations serving the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and  South East Queensland. We provide exceptionally built custom ute trays, tool boxes and canopies that provide loads of benefits when either on the worksite or away for the weekend. Contact the team at Slacks Creek today to discuss your custom ute tray and  under tray toolbox options.

Equipping your ute tray with one of our many aluminium tool boxes is a great choice to enhance your ute. Aluminium tool boxes add greater usability and versatility to how a ute supports people to live, work and play every day. 4WD Accessories Direct is a local manufacturer of  Aluminium tool boxes for the Gold Coast and Brisbane Areas. They manufacture and install an extensive range of ute tool boxes to suit all people and lifestyles.

Live well

Utes have many great benefits, but one of their most significant drawbacks is their total lack of boot space. The tray is great for storing large bulky items, but smaller items find themselves rolling around unsecured after the first corner. Ute tool boxes are therefore an excellent option for those shopping trips to Brisbane or the Gold Coast. Aluminium tool boxes are lockable, keeping your shopping secure as you travel between stores and leave your car parked in the carpark.

A ute tool box is great for the weekly grocery shop as well. The tool boxes from 4WD  Accessories Direct are equipped with high-grade rubber seals that protect the contents from dust and water.

Work well

Regardless of your trade, chances are you have spent a fortune on your tools. Your tools are your livelihood and them getting stolen or damaged is stress that no tradie needs. Tools are a prime target for thieves as they are easy to sell and most people park their utes on the street at night. This is why tradies fit their vehicles with ute tool boxes across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Aluminium tool boxes that are locally manufactured from 4WD Accessories Direct are equipped with heavy-duty stainless steel T bar locks and full-length hidden stainless steel piano hinges, which assist in keeping your tools and equipment safe from theft.

Keeping your tools free from damage is another reason why installing an aluminium tool box is essential. Good quality locally manufactured tool boxes include 2 heavy duty long life gas struts, fully welded seams and are made using a heavy-duty aluminium checker plate. 

Organisation seems to be all or nothing for some tradies; either they are entirely organised, or they’re not. High Side Tool Boxes come fitted with an adjustable heavy-duty shelf that helps to keep your tools in order and not just in a pile at the bottom.

In addition, aluminium tool boxes come in a range of shapes, sizes and configurations that allow you to get the exact set-up you need to transport all of your equipment safely.

Play well

Brisbane, the Gold Coast and surrounding areas are full of places for locals and visitors to explore. A ute equipped with an aluminium tool box setup is empowered to explore these beautiful regions. Road trips, beach trips, camping holidays or complete 4WD adventures are made more accessible when your ute tool boxes are fully loaded with all the gear you need.

Ute tray tool boxes on the Gold Coast and Brisbane that have been purchased from 4WD  Accessories Direct are fitted with authentic rubber weather seals to resist dust and water. So, as you are cruising up the beach, attempting a river crossing or sending the ute through some mud, your equipment stays dry and clean.

Aluminium tool boxes are an important and almost necessary customisation for every ute. They are perfect for providing a secure, dust-free and waterproof environment for keeping any possessions safe. For this reason, a ute tool box offers benefits to every member of the family and allows you to get more out of your ute. Based in Slacks Creek, 4WD Accessories Direct manufactures a range of ute tool boxes for  Brisbane, the Gold Coast and surrounding areas. Contact us today and explore our full range of aluminium tool boxes.

When searching for a steel ute tray for sale in Brisbane, you will soon discover there are a wide range of steel ute trays available. Some steel ute trays for sale are made from stainless steel while others are powder coated to whatever colour you want your steel ute tray to be.

Probably the major attraction to investigate steel ute tray for sale is their superior strength and durability. Steel ute trays are definitely made to be heavy duty and cope with regular heavy use. Steel ute trays are built tough. Once you have a steel ute tray you will want to keep it and chances are you are very unlikely to put your steel ute tray up for sale.

Another great advantage of steel ute trays is they are generally made with fully welded construction. This means your steel ute tray won’t have rattling nuts and bolts or loose rivets. Not only will your steel ute tray be sturdy, but it will sound sturdy as well. Ideally your ute tray will be made from Australian steel for extra strength.

What quickly becomes apparent when searching for steel ute tray for sale in Brisbane is that many steel ute trays are custom made to suit each individual’s specific needs. While searching through steel ute trays for sale classifieds you will soon be making your own wish list of customized features. For this reason many people choose to have their steel ute tray custom made. This means they end up getting exactly what they want, in the style and colour of their choosing. It also means their steel ute tray is purpose built, usually resulting in greater customer satisfaction.

If you have been looking for a steel ute tray for sale in Brisbane, then it is worthwhile getting a quote for a custom made steel ute tray. You may be pleasantly surprised and before you know it you will be on the road in with your customized steel ute tray and no longer looking at the for sale classifieds.

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Nudge Bars for Sale

Nudge bar manufactures and 4×4 nudge bar manufacturers understand only too well that consumers are actually looking for both safety and appearance when they are considering the nudge bars for sale and making a considered decision about installing a nudge bar on their 4×4 or other vehicle. It is certainly possible to find a nudge bar manufacturer that has nudge bars for sale that provide both the security and safety of safe nudge bars as well as aesthetically pleasing nudge bars.

Typically nudge bar manufacturers install nudge bars on 4×4 vehicles or on utes that are used for work purposes but there is also a developing trend for recreational 4×4 drivers to install nudge bars on their vehicle. Nudge bars provide excellent protection in the event of a frontal collision as the nudge bar absorbs some of the impact, arguably saving lives and expensive panel damage. These are key considerations for commercial and recreational nudge bar installation. An experienced nudge bar manufacturer should be able to discuss these needs more fully with you.

The function and practicality of nudge bars are also key factors when looking at nudge bars for sale. It really comes down to individual preference and need. For tradespeople nudge bars are quite useful to help secure a load and carry long lengths, especially when used in conjunction with a H Rack. Fortunately nudge bar manufacturers can make nudge bars to suit all types of vehicles and makes including 4×4 nudge bars and ute nudge bars, so almost anyone can take advantage of the range of custom made nudge bars for sale.

Nudge bars are typically made from industrial-grade aluminium tubing with a typical wall thickness of 4.75mm. This provides both strength and durability. The aluminium tubing also looks pretty schmick and certainly dresses up the appearance of your vehicle.

As a side note nudge bars for sale are sometimes advertised as bull bars for sale. Historically bull bars have been used in rural areas where the possibility of hitting a bull on the open road is quite real. Bull bars are bigger than nudge bars and have been declining in popularity due to the questions raised about the safety for pedestrians on impact. As a result nudge bars have enjoyed higher popularity and sales.

Overall nudge bar manufacturers would observe that sales of nudge bars are generally made to customers who value both safety and appearance. Certainly there are consumers that install a nudge bar purely because they like the look of them, and there are also customers that only care about the added safety from a nudge bar, but the majority value both. The key is to talk carefully with your nudge bar manufacturer to make sure your nudge bar is everything you want them to be.

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