Uncle Pooly’s 79 Series is loaded with Tuff Terrain gear

Uncle Pooly’s golden Toyota 79 Series LandCruiser has become one of the most recognisable builds on the Australian 4WD scene.

Designed for serious touring and tested across some of the country’s toughest terrain, the ute reflects a simple philosophy: build it tough, use it properly and rely on gear that performs when conditions get rough. At the centre of that off-road touring setup is Tuff Terrain gear, which Pooly regularly runs and tests across Australia’s harshest environments.

With more than 314,000 TikTok followers, 100,000 YouTube subscribers and 186,000 Instagram followers, Pooly has built a reputation for showcasing gear in real-world conditions rather than staged environments. His audience follows along for the builds, recoveries and track testing that come with pushing a vehicle across remote tracks and demanding terrain.

One area Pooly never compromises on is 4WD recovery gear. In fact, the partnership between Tuff Terrain and Pooly resulted in that co-created limited edition recovery kit, Uncle Pooly’s Ultimate Recovery Kit by Tuff Terrain. Available through Outback Equipment, it’s a permanent fixture in the back of the 79 Series, ready when traction disappears.

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Whether it’s deep sand, muddy climbs or technical tracks, having a complete recovery kit on hand can mean the difference between continuing the trip and waiting hours for help. “If you’re stuck in remote country, your recovery gear has to work first time,” Pooly says.

Tyre pressure management is another critical part of serious off-road touring. Pooly runs a Tuff Terrain Compressor paired with the brand’s Retractable Air Hose Reel, making it quick and easy to air down before tackling sand or rough tracks and air back up again when it’s time to hit the highway. The retractable setup keeps the hose neatly stored and ready to deploy, which is especially useful when you’re adjusting pressures multiple times throughout a trip.

The Cruiser itself is built to handle punishment, running reinforced suspension with a double-triangulated four-link setup, King shocks, heavy-duty bar work and sliders, Goodyear mud-terrain tyres and engine tuning designed to balance torque with reliability. Every element of the 79 Series build has been carefully planned to handle Australia’s demanding off-road conditions.

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But it’s not just the exterior that takes a beating. After long days on dusty tracks and muddy recoveries, protecting the interior of the well-known golden ute is just as important. That’s where Tuff Terrain’s 3D Floor Mats and Universal Seat Covers come into play. The deep-moulded mats help trap sand, mud and debris before it spreads through the cabin, while the heavy-duty seat covers protect factory upholstery from wet gear, dirt and the daily wear that comes with serious off-road use.

For Pooly, gear isn’t about show – it’s about reliability in real conditions. His content regularly sees the 79 tackling iconic Australian destinations including Cape York and the Simpson Desert, where equipment is pushed well beyond everyday driving. By breaking down builds, modifications and recovery techniques in an approachable way, Pooly has built a following that values practical knowledge just as much as inspiration.

For Tuff Terrain owners, seeing the gear used in real conditions offers something more valuable than marketing claims – real proof that the right 4WD touring setup can handle Australia’s toughest tracks with confidence.