Maxy the D-MAX: The Ultimate Off-Road Rig You Wish You Built

Let’s be honest — we’ve all dreamt about building the ultimate off-roader. Well, meet Maxy — a no-compromise Isuzu D-MAX that’s been decked out with some of the best gear in the game. This thing isn’t just built to look good on the ‘gram. It’s made to get out there, get dirty, and get you home again. Comfortably.

Here’s a full walkaround of what’s bolted onto Maxy — and why it’s an absolute weapon of a touring setup.

Front-End Armour: Jungle 4x4 Bullbar, Side Steps & Rails

First up — protection. Maxy’s front end cops the Jungle 4x4 bullbar, paired with matching side steps and scrub rails. These aren’t just for looks (though they do look mint) — they’re proper bash gear that’ll keep the front and sides safe from stray roos, ruts, and rogue logs. Bonus points for the aggressive styling and factory finish.

Pulling Power: Warn ZEON XP 12-S Winch with Bluetooth Control

Tucked in that bullbar is a Warn ZEON 12-S winch. Whether you’re recovering yourself or a mate who’s pushed it a bit too far, this winch is fast, strong, and reliable — and you can control it from a safe distance without wrestling cables. Nice.

See Everything: Narva Lights All 'Round

Lighting is sorted with Narva MK3 driving lights and 2 x 20 INCH EX2 light bars on the roof. Between the spots and the bars, Maxy lights up the track like a stadium. Clear, bright, and built tough, these lights are made for late-night drives, remote campsites, and showing off in the caravan park.

Roof Space: Frontrunner Rack

Maxy runs a Frontrunner Slimsport Roof rack up top — You can bolt down anything from recovery boards and fuel cans to swags and solar panels. Solid as, and modular enough to change up when you need to.

Suspension Sorted: Dobinsons MRR GVM Upgrade

Underneath, it’s sitting on a Dobinsons MRR suspension setup, with a full GVM upgrade to handle all the extra weight. With remote res shocks, this thing soaks up corrugations like a dream. And the GVM tick means it’s legal when fully loaded — which it usually is.

Snorkel Up: Safari V-Spec

Breathing duties are handled by a Safari V-Spec snorkel. If you’re doing water crossings or kicking up bulldust on outback tracks, a good snorkel is non-negotiable. This one’s sealed, tested, and proven.

Clearview Compact Mirrors – Tow Like a Pro

With Clearview Compact towing mirrors, Maxy’s ready for towing duties. They slide out when needed, stay compact when not, and give way m.ore visibility than factory ones ever could. A simple upgrade that makes a big difference.

Comms: GME UHF

Whether it’s convoy chatter or remote area comms, GME UHF keeps Maxy in touch. Good range, reliable quality, Aussie brand — you can’t go wrong here.

Bush Company AX27 Tent & 270XT Awning

Maxy’s camping setup is next-level. The Bush Company AX27 rooftop tent is rock-solid, easy to set up, and handles wind and rain without flinching. On the side, the 270XT awning (left-hand mount) gives massive shade without poles or ropes flapping about. Shade in 30 seconds? Yes, please.

Back-End Brilliance: Wigley Tray & Canopy Setup

Down the back is where Maxy really flexes. The Wigley Engineering tray and canopy package is fully kitted out with:

• A proper pull-out pantry
• Heavy-duty drawer system
• An 85L Bushman upright fridge (cold beers? tick!)

It’s a mobile camp kitchen, storage locker and fridge on wheels. Clean layout, tough build, and it all just works.

Power for Days: Enerdrive 12V System

All of that is powered by a 200Ah custom slimline lithium battery and full Enerdrive power system. This setup runs everything – fridge, lights, charging gear – with solar and alternator charging keeping it all topped up. Off-grid for days? No worries.

Final Wrap

Look, building a rig like Maxy isn’t done overnight. But if you’re serious about remote travel, off-road reliability, and a camp setup that makes life easy — this is the kind of build you aim for.

Every part on this D-MAX was chosen for a reason. No fluff, no gimmicks. Just a rock-solid, go-anywhere tourer built to handle Australia’s toughest terrain — and still keep things comfy back at camp.

Thinking of building your own Maxy?

Start with the essentials: protection, suspension, comms, and power. Then build out your camp setup from there. And most of all — get out there and use it. That’s what Maxy was made for.