CLASSIC FRIDGE FREEZER SERIES II
APP-SOLUTE REVAMP
No off road trip is complete without a place to keep the food fresh and, more importantly, the beers cold. With continually advancing technology, ARB has given its current Classic fridge an update. ARB’s Classic Fridge Freezer Series II has had a physical refresh with a new modern colour scheme and a bunch of functional new features.
The Classic Fridge Freezer Series II has a dimmable, backlit touchpad for easy night time operation and 12V power input readout for simple voltage monitoring on the display. A transmitter allows remote display and control via a new app, which is available for download to smart devices or the LINX unit.
The ARB Fridge Freezer app allows full control of the Series II fridge via a mobile device. The user is able to turn the fridge on/off and manually adjust (or set via presets) the target temperature. The app will display the target temp, the power input voltage and the fridge compressor status, and alert the user if the lid is left open.
To individualise the app to suit, the display unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit), battery protection (high, medium or low) and fridge display brightness (high or low) can all be altered via the app settings. On top of this, the user can allocate set temperature names, such as food, ice cream or beer, and assign fridge names if connected to multiple fridges.
To complement the fridge, a new transit bag has been designed with a modern and stylish look, capturing the dark monochrome tones of the fridge, and includes a bonus branded bottle opener.
For owners of current ARB fridges (post-2014 models), the new transmitter and app can be used to display the temperature, input voltage and compressor status. Learn more here.
It's Time: ARB Releases Online Update For Linx
When LINX was first released, one of the most exciting features was the expandable platform it was designed on. ARB has just announced its latest update including two new modules, all at no extra cost to the user.
Monitoring the roll and pitch of a vehicle, the inclinometer module allows users to set alarms to display and sound when approaching the vehicle’s roll or pitch limit. The roll and pitch screens can be viewed separately or double tap the screen to see them together.
The LINX clock module includes a range of functions such as local and world time, date, timer, alarm and stop watch. The date and time can be manually set in the Android main setting menu or will automatically set whenever the LINX display is able to receive a GPS signal or a SIM card is inserted to connect it to a telecommunications network.
The release of these first new modules cements ARB’s reputation for product research and development. New products are always being designed and tested to bring the best user experience to the 4WD industry. This update can be downloaded via the LINX display in the settings menu when connected to the internet. Register devices at www.arb.com.au/linx to be notified of all future updates.
Confidence in all conditions: ARB TRED Pro
You don’t have to be an avid viewer of The Big Bang Theory to know that physics plays a big part in most of our day to day lives; and when applied to the 4WD world, it is reasonable to expect that a 2.5t vehicle might struggle to maintain its traction in fine, soft sand and muddy terrains.
To combat trouble when you lose traction, ARB has partnered with TRED to bring exclusive ARB TRED Pro recovery tracks to their stores. TRED offers an Australian owned and manufactured product and were the first to introduce a lifetime warranty.
TRED Pro’s unique patented EXOTRED dual composite design comprises of multiple moulding processes and materials resulting in a flexible board fitted with a glass-filled nylon nodules which offer far greater resistance to melting under the heat and pressure of wheel spin.
The transitioning convex to concave construction of the board allows the TRED Pro to wrap around the tyre early in the recovery process; ensuring ultimate coverage to gain traction whilst the later convex shape provides the tyre a sturdy platform to rise out and continue along a flat surface. Complementing the construction of the board is the precisely placed nodules which are spaced to match a large range of popular 4WD tread patterns and provide optimal grip.
TRED Pro for ARB is offered in an exclusive range of colours (black on black or and black with recovery orange nodules) and includes a premium leash set for quick recovery of boards after use.
ARB launches latest recovery accessory: Meet Jack
No good story ended with ‘nothing went wrong along the way’. A story worth telling is often the result of the misfortunes that happen on the journey. Being prepared for when things go wrong is vital to any off road adventure, and being prepared starts with recovery equipment.
With innovation at the forefront of its business mantra, ARB introduces you to Jack; Not a new member to the engineering team, but rather the outcome of a group of engineers being challenged to bring the latest in hydraulic technology to the recovery space.
JACK; with no holds barred, is ARB’s new off road long-travel hydraulic jack. Not only is it a visually stunning piece of equipment, the functionality and safety benefits over the common mechanical jack are hard to ignore.
From the moment JACK hits the ground, its sturdy pivot base can be rotated a full 360 degrees for optimal placement on unstable grounds. The forged aluminium hook can be quickly and easily locked into one of 9 hooking points on the extruded outer body of JACK.
Once a connection is made between JACK’s hook and a dedicated lifting point on the vehicle, each full effortless pump of the jack handle will raise the vehicle 13mm.
At this point of recovery, a key benefit of JACK over mechanical jacks are the huge reduction in effort required to raise the vehicle. JACK’s ergonomic handle is positioned at the top of the jack allowing the operator to remain upright. The hydraulic design allows quick and short partial cycles of the handle rather than full strokes to achieve the same result.
JACK has an approved working capacity of 2000kg and while short and compact, allowing storage in your 4WD drawer, JACK boasts an impressive lift height of 1230mm (48inch).
When it comes time to return the vehicle to solid ground, JACK is fitted with a safe and simple release valve. The two-stage hydraulically controlled release system (at the touch of a lever), allows JACK to retract slowly for the first two thirds and quicker for the final third. The hydraulic release means there is no risk of a brutal handle recoil or load drop due to mechanical slip.
So when it’s time to hit the tracks, JACK might be just the extra muscle you need to get you home again.
ARB Releases the SkyDome Series II Swag
INCREASE YOUR COMFORT UNDER THE STARS
Let’s face it, the overnight conditions we face across Australia can vary widely from freezing cold in the Red Centre to hot and balmy in the Top End.
ARB’s SkyDome Swag has always offered brilliant comfort in the cold, and with the release of the new SkyDome Series II Swag, it’s now even more suitable to the variety of climates we traverse across our great land. With the addition of two new midge-proof mesh windows, air flow is now better than ever for those summer nights.
What is LINX?
The next generation of 4×4 accessories
LINX is a unique modern controller that declutters the dashboard and centralises the command of vehicle accessories by replacing classic switches, gauges and monitors with one sleek and smart driver interface. Built on an expandable platform, LINX will continue to evolve your on and off road driving experience both now and into the future.
Experience total control
Fitting out a modern 4×4 with a range of accessories such as driving lights, Air Lockers, dual batteries and air compressors can quickly lead to a dash full of out of place, hard to reach switches and a myriad of gauges and monitors either stuck to the windscreen or drilled into the dashboard – not to mention all the associated fuses and wiring.
LINX offers a single point of control control via its user-friendly, Bluetooth enabled, mobile touch screen display. The LINX mobile display mounts conveniently and unobtrusively within reach of the driver while the main control hub lies neatly out of sight under the dash or seat; taking care of all accessory wiring.
There’s much more to LINX than meets the eye in our video snapshot – see how it can unlock a brand new experience with your 4×4 accessories. Visit the LINX microsite to explore each feature:
View ARB Linx Website
The Amarok Joins The Summit RSTB Club
Volkswagen’s recent update to the Amarok has provided ARB engineers the opportunity to develop a Summit Rear Step Tow Bar to suit. Whilst primarily designed for the updated Amarok, a supplementary fitting kit is available to enable fitment to an earlier model Amarok.
To maximise departure angles while allowing for number plate fitment under the tailgate, ARB’s engineers have adapted the Summit Rear Step Tow Bar design, yet retained the features of the Summit platform, including press form wings, press formed diffuser, and centre lift and panel and hi-lift jack points at the rear and side.
The 60.3mm tube work, finished in Integrit textured black powdercoat, has been formed to provide the necessary protection and strength to the Summit Rear Step Tow Bar assembly.
ARB’s Got You Covered
ARB’s Summit Sahara Range Expands
Following the roll-out of the popular Summit bar for the Toyota Prado 150, ARB are happy to announce the newest addition to the Summit Sahara bar range, which is now available for this vehicle.
Designed and developed to offer a stylish bar that complements the vehicle design of the GX and GXL Prado, the Summit Sahara bar shares a number of features with the Summit bar, including a press form top pan and winch cover, recessed winch control mount, 30mm wing and pan radius, split pan grill with twin doors for winch and driving light mount access.
A number of subtle design changes have been developed, including different wing depth and angles to complement the Summit Sahara fit and finish on the vehicle. Whilst chassis mounts are retained from the Summit bar, new under wing panels have been developed for the re-designed wings.
The Isuzu D-MAX 2016+ Steps Up Its Protection
With an all new attachment system, larger steel tubing and anodised aluminium tread plate, the Summit side protection range encompasses the very best in design and vehicle protection, now available for Isuzu D-MAX 2016+ single and dual cabs – extra cab is currently under development.
Built for the next generation of four wheel drives, Summit side rails and protection steps defend your vehicle’s doors, side sills and quarter panels from expensive damage encountered off road. Manufactured from high strength 60.3mm tubular steel; the attachment system connects the side rail to the bull bar securely, while a tough nylon cover sleeve provides an integrated look.
For those that do not require both, a standalone protection step can be fitted.
