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  Confused by how much weight you can actually carry on top of your vehicle? Don’t worry, so are most of us, but this helpful guide should help you calculate this. When trying to calculate how much weight you can carry on top of your vehicle there are few key factors to take into consideration: Load ratings Static vs dynamic forces On road vs offroad usage Please note: This information has been gathered from various sources and should be reviewed for specific installations. A good source of information is the manufacturer of the equipement, for example Yakima provided much of...

ProVent Crankcase Ventilation Systems are rising in popularity and PPD Performance takes a second to answer some of the most frequently asked questions. Q: Should I install a ProVent Catch can ? Vaporous Oil entering your air intake from the crankcase ventilation system combined with exhaust gases from exhaust gas recirculation causes  deposit build-up in modern diesel engines. Over time, these deposits build up, restricting flow, and reducing performance. A ProVent Catch can will prevent this build up, ensuring your vehicle performance is maintained. Q: How can I tell if my ProVent  filter element needs replacing? A: There will be a slight oily...

Choosing your lift kit is an important element of any 4x4 build. Considering the additional accessories that are fitted to your vehicle and the additional weight impact on the vehicles suspension is an important consideration when selecting your lift kit. Getting this wrong can have ride height, tyre wear, wheel alignment and comfort implications Each additional accessory adds weight to the vehicle, requiring consideration for heavier springs as the weight increases Most kits available on our website feature the option to customise the kit relative to fixed accessories and constant load carrying. By making your selections the appropriate spring rate...

PPD Performance will be at the 4wd and Adventure show this coming weekend supporting Canyon Off-road at stall 94 We will have specials, along with a full stock and display of some of our most popular brands including;   Direction-Plus pre-filters, throttle controllers and oil separators Black Duck SeatCovers SeatCovers Safari 4x4 Engineering VDJ79 snorkels and clutch kits Clutch Direct Clutch Industries high performance 4terrain clutches EmuWing gull wings Ironman 4X4 bullbars and 4x4 protection EGR Auto flares, electric roller covers and canopies Rancho Suspension, Tough Dog Suspension, Bilstein Suspension Australia, CalOffroad suspension upgrades Canyon Offroad roof top tents &...

December 2021: With the ever evolving circumstances gripping the world, we just wanted to confirm that things are largely still business as usual here at PPD, especially for our online customers. Most are items are in stock, and orders are scheduled to be dispatched as normal. Local service/repair customers will see some expected changes related to increased hygiene in person and around their vehicles. Wishing all our customers health and happiness at these difficult times.Contact us via phone or email for any detailed information.