MAXTRAX ,10 ways to use Maxtrax 4x4 tips

MAXTRAX ,10 ways to use Maxtrax 4x4 tips. The title says it all, we briefly show you 10 ways you can use your Maxtrax or Recovery Boards. Keep in mind if you have the cheap copy's some of these 10 ways will more than likely break your recovery boards.
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[@cjloSIR]

When we were camping at a remote beach where we had a portable shower enclosure, we used Treds to keep our feet free of sand when taking a shower.

[@czattew]

What a great idea that has never crossed my mind. Thanks for the tip!

[@hydroman99]

Ouch, ow, ow

[@andrewmcinnes5447]

I once used one as a medical stretcher to carry out a friend's daughter who had fallen..it worked great we had 4 people holding on to the max Trax ...

[@llikwodash]

was out on the tracks earlier today and almost roller because of my mates spotting on this badly rutted out section, grab one my my max trax's and smacked him across the back of the head with it and that worked a real treat for making his spotting actually usable

[@wetplanet1]

Brilliant. I'll be buying an extra set of Max Trax specifically for this purpose. Much easier on the knuckles too.

[@tomthorn2887]

Great use. ha

[@elpediotesado3136]

Jeremy Bacon k to

[@wickedskillz101]

LMAO

[@PangNSmitten]

You can use them to level you vehicle if you have a rooftop tent and youre parked on an uneven surface.

[@a2r7n6]

Done that with my trailer that has an RTT on it.

[@lh7801]

MrSmitten Great idea. But wouldn't the constant pressure ruin them pretty quick? If not I'm trying it next time I need to sleep in the back of the wagon!

[@czattew]

I just grabbed a a handful of 20" ish 2x10 cut offs from different constructions sites and found they worked great. Plus you can use them as a base/ a little extra lift if you have to use a jack in the soft dirt/sand. So far, atleast in my experience I found that more than sufficient for what I need plus if they break I just grab a few more the next week. Added plus if camping you have guaranteed dry kindling by splitting one with as little as a large knife/ hatchet to start a wet fire

[@mnight207]

I tie paracord to mine and the bumper so I can keep on going once I get out so I dont get stuck again

[@charliedalton]

Seems nobody realised this good trick!!. I will do it too, thanks!!

[@philipwoodgate9555]

i use for the missus, she lies on them for traction, when we do the deed, she stays still instead of squiggling everywhere.....THANKS MAXTRAX

[@tomthorn2887]

That made my day!

[@noturaveragewatcher]

You can use the handles as tie down points as well

[@walterbmoore3593]

Aussie women are tough

[@nathansodja]

Is she an octopus?

[@coreydark8795]

They can be used to level your vehicle when camping e.g camper trailer or even your vehicle. Also they're handy when camping on the beach as you can transfer the caravan/camper trailer weight more evenly when setting up and they assist you when you're packing up as the tyres aren't dun into the sand etc.

[@aquariusplumbingandgasfitt4612]

You can hammer them in with tent pegs if you don't want them to move out of position and to keep them stable.

[@torreyintahoe]

My max trax got us out of a deep rut on the downhill side of a snowy/ muddy road a few weeks ago. They worked like magic. Love them!

[@miketaylor6700]

I've got my first pair of Maxtrax on their way to me right now (ordered them this morning)!!! This was inspired by me getting stuck in mud and in snow/ice TWICE in the past month. Hated it... and nearly had to spend an extra night in the woods! This is such an important tool to keep in my vehicle!!! Thanks for the video!

[@NostraDamnU88]

Great tips! I've been off-roading for decades, but have only recently started buying some tricky tools. These are on my Christmas list, thanks to your video. I've watched several of your instructional videos, and really appreciate them. Keep it up.

[@graemehills5759]

In deep soft mud, like Strzelecki after a downpour, drop your tyre pressure as low as 15 or even 10, maybe 8 psi before using your Maxtrax. If you try using them at 25 or even 20 psi, which is what you will likely be driving the track, until you get bogged, the mud will just hold you in the one spot and your tyres will just wear the Maxtrax studs down till they are useless. Dropping your pressure will make the tyre softer on the Trax and give your tyres a nice long footprint on the Trax maximising traction on the board, and increasing the ability of the tyre to grab the board. Additionally, take the time to dig as much mud as you can out from under the tyres so you can get the boards as far under them as possible. Also, dig the mud out from under the car if you cant see through to the other side, otherwise the mud will just hold on to the car. The more work you do in preparation the better the chance you will have of getting out first time and not burn the hell out of your Maxtrax rendering them useless for a second attempt.

[@graemehills5759]

@@billdickson1142 they're a great idea and the studs can be replaced, however, I Stoll have my originals and haven't tried them yet.

[@consciouspirate]

Laundry board, theft deterrent, meat tenderizer, laptop cooling pad. I could go on forever.

[@beeveeh]

hahahahahaha..........................u had me with laundry board but then i saw meat tenderizer......hahahahahaha

[@rollyb5061]

they work so well, I have had mine for about 12 months and used them at Luckey Bay south of Kalbarri for the first time ,they surprised me how well they work ,just enough to get you moving again, we were down to the diffs and on a slight upgrade , we normally would reverse out and give it another go, I used a maxtrax to dig in front of each wheel place a trax in font of each wheel and just drove out

[@runningoverland7656]

Recovery tracks are a must-have staple in my vehicles. I've been really happy with the X-Bull brand! They hold up to plenty of abuse from a Tacoma and a Jeep. .. Some day I'll be able to afford MAXTRAX!

[@s4060]

Great advice! Cheers! Also I use mine to level out the RTT when on uneven ground and you don’t want to air down.

[@bradcampbell7253]

i really appreciate you trying to bring new people into off road fun.best of all, they dont need to sell organs to equip a vehicle to get out and explore nature. anyone with a 4x4 with high and pow range and decent mid price range all terrain tires is a great start and should not break the bank. then the learning begins :)

[@giovannidevito9529]

. another use: as a "spinal board" i.e. medical emergency tool to keep straight the head, neck and column of an injured or traumatized body

[@PVo-1111]

I line my roof with them to help repel UV rays so i can prolong my paint

[@tomthorn2887]

We have used Maxtrax for a while now. We have used cheap versions and they don't come close to being as good. Last off road run we did I had Maxtrax 4 pieces. Two vehicles had the cheap version. The fake ones broke right away and we used mine. When we got back I got every bodies orders together and just made one order. I ordered 9 sets. Each set having 2 pieces. They are not cheap but EVERYBODY is happy with them. We keep finding new things to use them for. It was when I used my set to bridge over twice on two different logs. The third time was when there was a gap crossing and I used them as a bridge. They blew everybody away. I knew we were going to be ordering at least 5 sets before we were even halfway done off roading that day.

[@ShiftyBigmac]

Hey Ronny, just wanted to say thanks mate for all the videos they've been awesome

[@coloradomallcrawlers]

You guys can wheel, love seeing what y’all do down under.

[@benjaminmadrigal2328]

I have been putting off buying these, but I had no idea how insanely tough they are. I'm saving up some money as of right now to buy me a pair.

[@omairimtiaz5436]

Did you get a pair?

[@hermanpruis7811]

Yes there all good hints on how to use em...I just learnt a couple more then what i did........Keep it up

[@robeberhardt2211]

Another great vid cheers for these tips Ronny👍

[@samc3227]

Thank you for the video and giving me the “off-road” bug wow I’m I loving it

[@carlosloomis9826]

Awesome vid. I’m getting some for sure. Well done.

[@donaldtopping9254]

Always great videos. When I get over there next I would like to try the beaches. Never driven on a beach yet.

[@JoeC92]

doesn't really matter for australia but a friend of mine has a set and we used them to get my VW jetta thats probably only 50-70mm off the ground for the front lip out of the snow one winter. They actually work really amazing in the snow. Not sure how they are on the ice but in 20-30cm of snow they are a life saver If you have the orange ones they would probably work pretty good if your car broke down and you're on the side of the road or highway, lean them against the back help for some visibility so oncoming cars see you a bit better.

[@user-vw4hv4dj4e]

And when you come back they're gone😭😂

[@AndreyNabutovsky]

great review! didnt know they so amazing! thank you

[@wyomin50ball]

thanks a lot. i have also used them as a paddle, that worked great.

[@saltydiarrhea386]

11.) Backboard to transport injured 12.) Base for a sleeping pad I

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+Salty Diarrhea thanks buddy

[@Atheistic007]

These would be a great safety device for the Canadian winters. A set of these in the van with my winter tires and boom, safety!

[@ZaKo76]

Great vids mate! Keep it up!

[@eduardosanchez7827]

That should sell them in packs of 4 for a lower price...

[@helenbatt4116]

Eduardo Sánchez n

[@bertoff-road7986]

It’s a good price, when my dad bought his $230,000 super ram and bought $374 worth of maxtraks, it’s not bad

[@supermusclemaniac1]

@@bertoff-road7986 You're Dad must be a fucking idiot.

[@jaykeinnes6793]

Ronny should release his own and do that

[@tiputipu777]

Quality isnt free...eduardo the socialist.

[@czechmate9591]

Great tips mate cheers

[@bquade70]

Great video again, thx 👍👍

[@cccristol]

Thanks for the vid!

[@BoobookoutdoorsAust]

Great tips. We also,carry ours to level the camper trailer.

[@azikiweeanderson2629]

your channel is the best !

[@neardood1]

Good video, I learned some stuff. cheers

[@mikebox]

Vehicle level. ruff terrain, and your camping up, and you want to sleep on a level angle in your roof top tent. Also if your clearing a large hole, and you want to recover them without getting yourself in the hole, tie a long cord to the boards, and the other end to your rear bumper. once you've cleared the hole, as you drive you will recover them without having to dig them out.

[@Mattcamel51]

+Mike Box That's a good idea with the cord

[@LauDuKai]

+Mike Box Hi, i thought about that too but i think they could come flying at you :-/

[@mikebox]

They could fly at you without the cord.

[@dirtyd1886]

Mike Box boggie board, food platter

[@JudeAbrahamJD]

Thank you..really helps..👍🙌

[@steveballard1463]

Hey,Thank you for info

[@ryanb82]

you can also use them as a makeshift streatcher if someone is injured in the field. their legs might be dangling off the end of it but it might work in a pinch

[@micahwest5347]

The pain of all the traction knobs will make them forget their neck or back is broken.

[@manuelcantu7814]

great videos

[@StonnieDennis]

Thanks!

[@kevinscattini6546]

Also good 4 using as safety bolide's on the tracks specially the orange ones, standing up right so other vehicles can possibly see has it

[@russellwood8750]

I live in Canada and I use my max tracks in the snow when ice as well although you do have to be a little careful extreme cold temperatures can make plastics brittle

[@jordanlynch4406]

hey ronny jordan form bribie island here just letting you know that when in the sand or mud as i have done befor you can lay them down side ways to help get out. have a good day mate

[@kris.monroe]

Thanks for this, even though it's a few years old now - still very applicable. Have you found more uses since creating this video? ..... (On the not of traction boards, I've got a set of X-Bull Recovery Tracks (I know, not maxtrax or treds) and they've been very helpful in numerous slippery situations with my weighed down '04 Tacoma, but I'd never use them as a bridge. Otherwise the cheap copies aren't too bad!)

[@oncinaproductions]

Snow. Although you don't have it there so its fine. I'm from Washington state in the US and its very easy to get stuck in snow. Snow always has different consistency. I've gotten stuck in 6 inches of snow before because it was super wet snow (I only have a factory central diff locker (2001 Range Rover 4.6)). On the other side of the spectrum, I have driven straight through 6 feet of snow no problem (only sunk 3 feet). Maxtrax can be used in snow like they are used in deep mud, however they can be lost in the snow very easily.

[@ribamarpontocom]

Parabéns pelo trabalho.

[@grunyonthoughtsfromagrunt8264]

Another use for them would be as a Back Board for possible Spinal injuries in the backwoods. Although admittedly not ideal and a few might be better then one. They would definitely be a lot better than nothing.

[@TheTimmieboy]

we use maxtrax for the snow, we do some trails in colorado and they work great for the snow

[@jordancottage4329]

You can also use them to level out your vehicle or trailer, like when setting up camp with a rooftop tent!

[@alsitte]

great vid

[@BoresaverAus]

Nice !

[@InteractiveMail]

Actually didn't consider to use them as a shovel until you said it. Would be helpful in the snow for sure!

[@creativeKayt]

Camp serving tray? 😉 Or add ropes to ends and tie to a thick branch to use as a swing? Diggin’ you’re vids!

[@salvatorecosenza727]

Thank you! I have been frustrated with my 2x8 inch planks flying out and getting stuck under my suburban.

[@stephenroche1278]

Can also put them under the tow hitch of your trailer if you need to winch/drag the trailer while it’s not attached to the vehicle. Keeps hitch out of mud/sand and allows trailer to be towed from a distance.

[@victorferrera8507]

very strong material because i use to make them in mortdale nsw. even the plastic shredder get stop working if you put more than 6 of them, and they cook them i hot water overnight, good product.....

[@4WDTS]

Oh yeh next time I am in WA would love to go out 4WDriving.

[@rollybuegge5683]

Ronny I also use mine as a ramp to get the four wheelers on the trailer

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+rolly buegge great idea/method

[@fabienpics]

THANK'S FOR THE INFO 🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅

[@HammerRocks]

Tip on how to make it easier to locate and/or recover your Maxtrax in muddy/bog hole conditions. Attach a long thin strap [preferably in bright colours] to each boards. Toss the loose end of the strap away from the track [to prevent it getting caught with the tyres]. When it's time to recover the boards, simply pull the straps to lift them out of the mud or use the straps to locate the boards [in very thick deep bog hole].

[@chipsterb4946]

Good suggestion

[@ian9toes]

You can use them for 2wd cars too. Just last weekend I parked my VW transporter on the side of the road to unload my dirt bike. The right conditions can bog a 2wd pretty easily. Not many people think to carry them other than 4wd’ers. Mine are only cheap Aldi ones but they’ve paid for themselves a few times.

[@OverlandGeneration]

I use tracks to level trailer with tent.... I store them inside RTT on the ladder... Best place I have found to keep em.. I keep them in a bag to not get tent muddy..

[@johnburens3395]

They make good wheel blocks for changing a spare or other work where your vehicle may slide or roll.

[@rbljackson]

Thinking about getting a set of 4 maxtrax for my chevy avalanche before we get out on the beach. I have a roof rack, and was curious about storage. Does long term storage and sun exposure break down the plastic quickly? or are they safely stored on the roof without protection?

[@everettdurst1]

I just got a pair of these (I have four now), and went out in the sand dunes near Florence, Oregon. They worked better than I could have imagined. I saw several videos of these being used, but I always wondered if it wasn't a bit staged, or the sand wasn't as bad as it looked. I got stuck up to my rock rails, and wasn't budging at all, forward or back. I was aired down to 8psi, and fully locked front and back. I expected to do some digging, or hi-lift jacking, to get out, but wanted to try my new Trax just to see what happened. I scooped out just enough to sand to jam them behind the rear wheels, and didn't expect that to be good enough. That 6,200 pound piglet climbed right out of the hole like it was paved. I did learn that even with the straps out to the side, I nearly buried it all and would have had to dig for them. I'm thinking about using a couple tent stakes to stake the strap out to the side, or a longer rope to tie it to whatever bumper will go by last.

[@mikethemike6406]

The sand dunes there are awesome! This time of the year there should be some nice water holes too.

[@martinmcmutrie]

Thanks Ronny. It would be great if you could review some of the cheap copies to see exactly what they can and can't do. Even if not as robust as the MaxTrax, they might be a decent alternative for the occasional beach driver or such.

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+martinmcmutrie not a bad idea maybe in the future some time

[@chipsterb4946]

One issue that’s come up in my reading is how well they do in really cold weather.

[@mikecarol7004]

Hey Ronny, any thoughts or experiance on go treads

[@ru55laye]

Are these strong enough to act as a bridging ladder? I use 50mm Waffle boards and they do everything but are heavier.

[@michaelmcdowell6670]

Hi-Lift jack base to prevent sinking in soft soil...... :)

[@nathancormack9922]

i have a question about the 79's. i want to correct the track as much as possible without spending thousands on new rear ends. what camber wheels would you reccomend on the front and rear. it doesnt matter if it still isnt perfect, i just want it improoved and i dont want the front wheels to scrub on the arches when i turn

[@MartinWinand]

Hi Ronny, great Video" Thanx. Me driving a 15t 4x4 MAN TGS Expedition is wondering if the Maxtrax extreme would be any good for light recoveries e.g in Sand ..any advice appreciated. Thanx Martin

[@ian9toes]

I never seen a video detailing this technique. On a really steep sand dune with no run up you can climb a couple of meters at a time. My technique was after I couldn’t go any further and the wheels dug down a little bit instead of trying to dig out in front or put the trax on a really steep angle, I backed up just enough for the wheels to pop up and then shoved the trax in on a fairly flat angle to the dune.

[@joea3235]

I used my X Bully boards to put under the jack of my trailer to keep from sinking in sand. That's all they were good for.

[@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980]

luckily i have never needed these things but i feel i should get some

[@dtec30]

would adding an RHS strut to the maxtrack help with flex?

[@mcvaluemenu]

Can you do the advantages of full time 4wd and part time 4wd?

[@MegaKrud]

Hey Ronnie love your work. Which of your vids is the track at 1:50 in? I know it quite well.

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+Beef that would be Adelaide road mate, which is an upcoming trip video.

[@jeep2003]

jack pad on soft ground

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+jeep2003 never even thought of that, nice one

[@dougumbarger2758]

Have you actually tried it? are they strong enough to have all that weight focused on one small area? @@Ronny_Dahl

[@saracooper6340]

@@dougumbarger2758 i've seen it done on another channel, it works, recommend doubling up. other brands are riskier

[@austinwicht8863]

This one is huge in sand

[@The_Ballo]

@@Ronny_Dahl Surprised nob only has mentioned the main reason I have them: anchor in sand

[@misterbulger]

damn this would have beat cutting up the interior of my truck and using the carpets for traction when 'i got stuck in a 5' deep drift way up a road i should not have been on. It did work until i got stuck again 15 feet later lol

[@scottwillimack184]

Cheers 🙏

[@th3noob518]

that is cool were did you get those I would like to get some of those

[@idaho_girl]

Here in North Idaho, I've used these to get unstuck from deep snow!

[@Gideon_Judges6]

#1 applies to snow and somewhat to ice as long as the track is not gonna slip away too -- perhaps invert it?

[@MI_TurkeySlayer]

Good base for using a bottle jack I'm sand, etc

[@explorenaked]

You forgot the beer. Sneak over to the next camp. Use them to knock out the campers and take their beer.

[@K03sport]

looks like 4 sets/pairs are necessary. where do you store your trax?

[@dougumbarger2758]

Are they strong enough to put under a jack in soft sand or mud?

[@Muzammil787]

How about using maxtrax boards as support for placing jack under the car. We did use them in sand for replacing tire

[@joshuabradley8641]

How do you feel about cheap ebay knock off's for use on the beach. I drive an old Courier and live in Port Pirie SA. The main use of my truck is beach and salt flats. So i dont need them for most of what you suggested. What you think about buying a set of cheapies for this purpose. I planned on getting Trax but am concerned about the use v money

[@generic2858]

They work well to park on while camping, if solid ground isn't available. They also make an excellet platform so a bumper jack dosn' t sink into the ground. We all know trucks break down in the worst possible places.

[@asherdog9248]

Borrow your friends 12 guage an see if they will stop a slug. The look tough as nails! Good video. Joking of course.

[@tuddsmithers7101]

Max tracks make a great doorstop, they keep the kids out of my office. Max tracks make a great back scratcher.

[@catco01]

If you get stuck in sand or mud and you’re alone and have a winch with no recovery points ie trees etc you can dig a hole in the sand or mud and drop your max trax in there facing you and wrap your winch rope around it. You’ll need to dig out a line for the rope too.