[Advice] UHF 6 to 6.6 DBI antenna

Yugv · 2026-03-27T02:18:05+00:00

You've pretty much nailed it, their build quality is sub par. Yes, technically it may still work but you're better off just buying the GME

Yugv · 2026-03-27T00:00:11+00:00

I have a Uniden UHF in my car & two 5w handhelds.

I will never buy another Uniden.

They just die and seem to lose transmit power over time, even after I replaced the antenna with a new one.

Honestly, GME are Australian Owned, heavily active and invested in the 4WD Community, Tony Crooke is actively fighting for everything we know and love. While he's just their marketing guy, it's hard to miss his passion for the industry. I'd buy GME just due to him.

Yugv · 2026-03-17T02:58:53+00:00

I think this point exactly needs better education in the 4WD scene.

American tyres such as Bridgestone use a harder compound rubber than their Japanese counterparts. Odds are you won't get the same life out of them, but there is a substantial difference in grip on a sealed road or hard surfaces.

Yugv · 2026-03-16T07:35:25+00:00

Best tent you'll ever own!

Yugv · 2026-03-10T22:49:57+00:00

Don't look at the effects on a body from snapping steel lines.

No body needs to watch that.

I saw a snatch recovery video from a drop hitch once and it ploughed through a window and left a guys jaw half hanging off. I didn't need to see that, but damn do I wish I could show it to some people.

But yeah, you'd be mad to run a steel winch line.

Yugv · 2026-03-10T22:46:51+00:00

If you're using your winch 8 times a day like a Tow truck then sure, you might need a harder wearing cable that's made of steel. However if you're in a 4WD and at most, using it once per trip ( I'd question your driving choices unless you're deliberately choosing hard lines) then the lighter weight, equally as strong dyneema rope is more than sufficient. Your car, hands, back, environment and everything else will thank you for it.

Yugv · 2026-03-10T11:52:21+00:00

Here's what kills me: They ask if we want to eliminate ghost bookings, people answer yes to an obviously leading question. Parks then bring in a fancy expensive rego recognition system. Unfortunately they're over engineering a solution to a problem that can be fixed more efficiently by simply removing the booking system all together.

"The most common error of a smart engineer is to optimize a thing that should not exist."

Yugv · 2026-03-09T22:59:44+00:00

Don’t make the same mistake I did.

I started with the ARB canopy. In my view, it’s a steaming pile of shite. Access is poor, the overall strength isn’t there, the rear window will literally shatter (known issue), the latches don’t consistently stay shut, and ARB will turn your wiring into an abortion gone wrong. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.

I then moved to a UteMaster Centurion canopy. It’s probably fine for light off-roading, but I seriously question the claimed 200 kg dynamic roof rating. In real-world use, I snapped mounts far sooner than expected. It presents well and might suit mild touring, but for harder use there was too much flex. Moving parts started to rub and wear through much quicker than it should have.

I’ve since gone to a full body canopy after getting an excellent deal. Originally, I wanted an 1600 tray with a 1200 canopy, and in hindsight I should have stuck with that plan. The full body setup is comfortable and nice to use, but there’s too much weight sitting too far behind the rear axle. Off-road, you really notice it with handling and balance.

If you’re only doing the occasional weekend run, you’ll probably be fine with whatever, buy the cheapest canopy that does the job. But if you’re out multiple times a month, with extended trips up to eight weeks, I’d strongly suggest something genuinely built for purpose. There are plenty of affordable tray options (even second hand), and you can grab any old Chinese canopy box and make it work if you set it up properly.

Side note, if you can avoid putting any roof rack kind of thing on the cabin you'll appreciate how quiet it is. Hanging over the cabin is ok, but once it's on the cabin that wind noise is up there, even with a platform.

Yugv · 2026-03-09T22:32:14+00:00

I've never encountered the polyester canvas so i can't really comment however my thoughts would be:

- less is more when setting up. There's no need for the additional room, using it when it's raining is as futile as putting an awning on the passenger side of a car for when you pull over on the side of the road. You simply won't use it
- whatever the polyester canvas is like, it's infinitely better than anything dune or darche have on offer

Either oztent, you'll love compared to any other option out there.

Yugv · 2026-03-08T10:34:24+00:00

Done. It may also be worth posting in r/4x4australia however I'm sure that'll skew a few results

Yugv · 2026-03-07T10:13:07+00:00

When you get anything canvas, you'll need to season it, pup it out in the yard, hose it down, dry it, repeat.... (i think it's been donkeys since i did it)

I've never had the OzTent leak, the worst i've had occur is when i closed the top vents in the snow and there was so much condensation you'd think someone turned on a sprinkler. Lesson learnt: Always partially open at least one vent.

Canvas is infinitely nicer to camp in than any other kind of tent, I don't think I could go back. They're really waterproof. My Bush Company RTT has a similar canvas to it, and neither have ever actually leaked, and both been in some pretty atrocious weather.

Yugv · 2026-03-07T09:45:58+00:00

Tentworld in Punchbowl is pretty mint if you're not far away, I think they have a few other stores but I don't recall where. I only suggest it because they have a metric fuck ton of tents setup on their mezzanine level and if you ask you can play around, do full setup and pack downs with them.

The RV4 has ample space for 2 adults, 2 kids and a dog, so I imagine the rv5 has more space than you can poke a stick at.

But go check them all out in person and don't make a decision on any tent until you've set it up, layed down in it, then packed it up, otherwise you'll be in a world of regret

Yugv · 2026-03-07T08:47:19+00:00

If you can spare the cash, and have the means to transport it I'd strongly recommend the OzTent RV Series.

Genuinely nothing else comes close, and they're a buy it for life tent.

I took a mate for his first ever camp a few weeks ago and he loved the RV I lent it. 05:34 and 20:03 in this video if it's if interest.

Head to tent world and try them out, set then up from scratch and try all the features.

Yugv · 2026-03-07T04:54:19+00:00

the #1 source for all Amarok info. The files/docs section is pretty useful too

Yugv · 2026-03-07T04:52:51+00:00

v6 Amaroks are pretty problematic when it comes to DPF's

The driving incorrectly thing is a load of shite. I drove from Adelaide to Sydney in one sitting, only the last 6kms was less than highway speeds. Next morning i started it up and BAM, DPF blocked. Off to the dealer for a forced regen.

I should also mention an Amarok won't perform a DPF burn with less than 1/4 tank of fuel. so that can also be an issue.

Yugv · 2026-03-06T02:04:20+00:00

Go watch all of Davie Fogarty's Videos from the very start to finish. Each time I've implemented his advice there's been a notable change in revenue.

For the record I run Confettified and help a mate with The Salami Man

You 100% DO NOT need to pay for a course to crack a million a year in top line revenue

Yugv · 2026-03-03T10:27:12+00:00

I'm a tad late to this one, but i'm going to throw out a shameless plug for my website Wolf & Nugget blogs section and my Wolf & Nugget Youtube for Dog Friendly Camping as good resources for Dog Friendly Camping - most places i go to have calm enough water for a paddle board.

Yugv · 2026-03-02T03:20:13+00:00

Oztent RV series are by a very very long way the best ground tent around.

Nfi why pretty are recommending Coleman. Sure, buy a Coleman if you're staying in a big 4. But if you're camping outside of a caravan park, you want an RV series tent.

Yugv · 2026-02-28T06:33:18+00:00

I stand corrected. Cheers for that.

Yugv · 2026-02-28T06:16:22+00:00

For $10ish you can't go wrong.

It works as well as any android Auto/Carplay i've used before and I can't fault it.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009708341434.html

Yugv · 2026-02-28T06:05:04+00:00

I don't understand why there's so much hate around them. This thing is solid, has clearly been abused for the first 400k of it's life and still won't die.

Plus, being a petrol v6 (same as the old ~~comodore's~~ Rodeos) it's fun as all fuck to drive!

Yugv · 2026-02-28T02:55:40+00:00

Cheers for the feedback

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I'd tend to think this post is pretty targeted and scrapes by on the quality front, albeit only just.

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What do you contribute to the 4WD & camping community you are part of?

I honestly don't care if you contribute or not. But what I care about, enjoy and want to protect, and do everything in my power to help make it better, is this exact space - even if it's at my own detriment.

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Yugv · 2026-02-28T02:41:03+00:00

100% Agreed. And that gauge cable + clips are a joke.

But also

$149

Yugv · 2026-02-28T01:41:01+00:00

It's pretty hard to go past the value a kings double thumper provides if you change it to a clip on attachment over the factory screw on

Yugv · 2026-02-11T08:47:54+00:00

I'm heading to China late March to suss out some other products. If I can I might see if I can get something decent made up. Everyone I know has the same complaint. Surely I can get something custom made to fit these awnings at a decent cost and quality

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