With a more refined and dynamic setup than ever before, the Toyota Hilux Series 8 won a legion of fans and a ton of praise when it made its debut back in 2015. It quickly became a favourite in the world of overlanding thanks to its towing capacity, reliability, off-road capabilities and all-round appeal. If you are the proud owner of a Toyota Hilux 2015-on, you’ll want to read on for our recommendations on the overland upgrades you really shouldn’t skip!
1. Boost visibility
The eigvo towing setup wouldn’t be complete without Clearview Compact Towing Mirrors. These premium quality towing mirrors sport a vehicle-specific design that’s easy to fit, ultra-durable and extremely versatile. They guarantee improved visibility when towing a caravan, boat or trailer, and can be extended for such a task before being returned to the standard driving position.
2. Protect your asset
Vehicle protection is another overlanding must-have, and there’s no better match for your GUN125 than our N4 Skid Plate Underbody Protection Kit.
These bash guards are heavy duty by nature, a far cry from the thin, low grade steel alternatives found elsewhere on the market. They’re also surprisingly simple to fit. N4 skid plates can generally be installed without modifying your Revo, while promising easy access for servicing and other vehicle maintenance tasks.
3. Recover with ease
The ease of recovery matters when venturing out on overland trips long and short. The ARB Summit Sahara Winch Bumper Bar is a recovery essential for every Series 8 owner, providing a strong, hard-wearing steel winch bumper that’ll never let you down.
Equip your GUN126 with an all-steel construction, complete with durable powder coat finish, and enjoy a solid base to carry all that vital touring gear. This includes winches, 4×4 driving lights and CB antennas.
4. Make your storage work
Making your Hilux’s storage work smarter, not harder, is integral to overlanding success. While your thoughts will automatically turn to roof racks and tonneau cover lids, thinking smaller could provide a savvy storage solution to make the most of your GUN125’s interior.
The ARB Outback Roof Storage Console comes highly recommended by us and overlanding enthusiasts. Providing extra storage and lighting, the vehicle-specific console is an easy win, as well as a durable, convenient and beautifully finished addition.
5. Switch out OE suspension
Let’s face it, OE suspension doesn’t have the strength or performance for some serious overlanding. In fact, all too often factory suspension setups simply can’t cope, and over time, springs corrode or begin to sag as a result.
Even without extended heavy use, the Revo’s suspension is one area that desperately needs improvement to keep delivering the experience you deserve both on and off the road. To put it into perspective, What Car? reveals what driving with the GUN126’s OE suspension is really like:
“This agricultural nature extends to the driving experience. The Hilux has rock-hard rear suspension that needs considerable ballast before the leaf springs will yield to bumps like the rather soft front suspension does. The latter also causes the front end of the vehicle to dive considerably upon entering a corner, while the rather knobbly tyres howl in protest if you try to carry speed through a bend.”
You don’t have to settle for second-rate suspension. Our Old Man Emu OME Nitro Plus Suspension Lift Kit is your saviour, providing a tough, durable, integrated custom suspension kit from the best in the business.
Shop more overlanding must-haves for the Toyota Hilux Series 8 (2015-on) today, and countdown to your next overland adventure in style – and with the right kit!