Custom 4WD Mounts and Panels | Coast Lab
See how Coast Lab works with BMC Auto Electrical on custom parts that help make 4WD and off-road accessory installations easier to use.
10/7/20262 min read
Choosing an accessory for a 4WD is one part of the job. Finding a sensible place to install it can be another challenge altogether. A display needs to be readable. Controls need to be reachable. The surrounding space may have curves, angles or existing fittings that a standard mount cannot accommodate.
Coast Lab has worked with BMC Auto Electrical (bmcautoelectrical.com.au) on on-demand solutions that help make the installation and use of 4WD and off-road accessories possible and more user friendly. The aim is to bridge the gap between the equipment and the space available for it.
Fit the part around the installation
Vehicles and touring setups vary, so a useful custom part starts with the actual installation. Measurements, photos and the accessory's dimensions help establish the space the part needs to fit.
A mounting panel or adapter can provide a way to position equipment where a standard fitting does not suit. The design needs to account for the surrounding trim and the room required behind the accessory, as well as what the owner sees from the front.
Working with the installer helps bring those constraints into the design. It also keeps attention on how the accessory will be fitted and serviced, rather than only on how the finished panel looks.
Think about everyday use
An installation should make sense to the person using it. A screen at an awkward angle or a control in a cramped position can be inconvenient even when the equipment itself is well chosen.
Custom design gives us a way to consider those details together. The position of an opening, the angle of a face or the clearance beside a fitting can all influence how comfortably the owner interacts with the accessory.
Match the design to its environment
Vehicle interiors and camping setups place different demands on parts. Heat exposure, mounting loads and intended use help determine whether a design and material are suitable for a particular application. Each project needs to be considered on its own terms.
Have a 4WD accessory that needs a better mounting solution? Send Coast Lab the equipment details and photos of the proposed location. We can discuss a custom part with you and your installer.
