Our normal time frame from order to installation is approximately 3-4 weeks. Leading up to the end of the financial year we do become quite busy with our turn around time reaching 6-8 weeks.

You can find the current turn around time for Steel trays on our home page. This is updated regularly.

Aluminium is generally customised. The average turn around time for Aluminium products is longer than Steel, we allow roughly 6 weeks but this can vary dramatically. If you would like to purchase an Aluminium tray or canopy , you can call us during our office hours or email any time for the current lead time.

When you decide to order a tray through bUTE we try to make things as simple as possible!

QUOTE – APPROVAL – BUTE CONFIRMATION – DEPOSIT – NOTIFICATION – INSTALL

Once you have received your quotation and are happy to proceed, all you need to do is give us a call or send us an email and we will get things finalised. If anything needs to be adjusted, now is the time to tell us and we will clear up any missing details that we may require. The minute you give us the go ahead, your order will be placed in the production queue. You will receive a final copy of your order as soon as the paperwork is complete (allow a few days). We will request a 20% deposit to be paid as approval and you will be advised of your estimated installation date. You will be notified once your build complete and ready to install. We try to give as much notice as possible when confirming your installation date as we expect your tray to be completed at least 1 week prior. Any delays will be communicated.

Note: please check your order confirmation carefully, once the deposit is paid there is no guarantee we can change the order and amendment fees will apply. Aluminium orders will not be supplied with an estimated date due to the longer wait period, however you will be contacted by our production team prior to build commencement, build time will be approx 2 weeks.

Majority of the time, no.

Most current vehicle trays can be produced without the car. Some older models or customised work may mean we the need for the vehicle during production, but in most cases we do not need your car.

Anyone requiring a tipper tray will need to produce their car for a minimum of 1 week in order to complete the tipper framework before the tray build can begin. If you require a tipper for an existing tray your vehicle will only be required for 3 days.

Whether you are buying a new tray from us or reusing your current tray, any tipper work we will need the vehicle.

Tub removal: $200

Tray removal: $100

Installation: $100

From drop off to pickup is generally 3-4 hours (with no complications) when we are required to remove a tub/tray/canopy.

We ask that vehicles are delivered to us after 8am the morning of installation, if necessary the vehicle can be delivered the afternoon prior to installation. Please keep in mind we may have multiple installations on the same day and you will be contacted to collect your vehicle once complete. All vehicles will need to be collected before close of business at 4pm unless alternative arrangements are made. We are only open weekdays so please be prepared.

Please ensure that your vehicle is free from excessive mud or dirt when delivering your vehicle for installation. There will be additional fees and longer wait times if we are required to clean your vehicle in order to remove a tub/tray.

Excessive aftermarket wiring may also cause some delays and potential fees depending on the impact – please let us know so we can allocate bookings accordingly.

Please ensure you bring a trailer and some pallets with you if you are intending on taking your tub/tray home after installation. If you decide to leave your tub/tray on the premises it will become bUTE property if not collected within 7 days.

We charge Aluminium products at an increased rate of 20% compared to Steel.

The cost of Aluminium from the supplier is considerably more expensive than Steel. Aluminium is a light weight alternative to our Steel products. It is fully welded and not like other imported versions that are bolted together. Can you tell the difference between an Aluminium tray and a Steel tray? Check out our Trays page to see some features included in our builds.

• STEEL TRAY AND REMOVABLE STEEL CANOPY
• ALUMINIUM TRAY AND REMOVABLE ALUMINIUM CANOPY
• STEEL TRAY AND REMOVABLE ALUMINIUM CANOPY (most common)
• PERMANENT STEEL CANOPY
• PERMANENT ALUMINIUM CANOPY
• 1/2 AND 3/4 STEEL OR ALUMINIUM CANOPIES

Options are unlimited, customise you build to your requirments.

• ALLOY TRAY: 120kgs approx.
• ALLOY CANOPY: 200kgs approx.
• STEEL TRAY: 220kgs approx.
• STEEL CANOPY: 300kgs approx.

Note: this is an approximate only and relevant to a dual cab size tray. Any additional accessories such as toolboxes, drawers, trade racks will  increase the overall weight of the final product.

Our Canvas Kits are the manufacture and supply of the framework for a canvas cover.

Bute Trays do not supply the canvas material with this kit, it only includes the rear hurdle to match your chosen front hurdle and the bar work to support the canvas. This framework is removable.

You can choose to source your own canvas supplier, or we can organise this for you.

In a nut shell, the Gold Series tray gives you extra under tray strengthening, heavy duty tie rails and custom look window protection. You still have the option to choose your preference of mesh or bars. Besides these features, it comes with the same standard inclusions as the Silver Series and has the same available upgrades and accessories. Cost difference between the two is $470.00 incl GST.

You really do get what you pay for! Our under tray drawers come complete inside their very own carcass. They are dust proof, water proof complete with rubber seal. They are key locked, feature heavy duty sliders that run the length of the drawer allowing full access and can support the weight of all your items when fully extended. They come standard at the length of your tray (approx.) and average 800mm width. We allow our customers the option of depth depending on what they intend to store in it. Common depth choices are 90mm, 100mm, 110mm, 120mm (perfect for storing shovels) 140mm etc.

Note: The depth of the drawer in most cases WILL impact the height of the tray, some vehicles have more room than others.

Below is a table of some drawer options and how the drawer depth will impact the height of your tray.

NO. There is only so much space under the tray and unfortunately we cannot fit everything! But there are other alternative options:

• The poly water tank will fit at a cost of shortening the drawer to approximately 1 metre. This will vary on different vehicles. If you choose to go down this path, please also consider our under tray shelf since it is fully accessible at this length and has potential cost savings of $700.00 incl GST.
• A battery box will fit with the drawer, only slightly impacting its length.

If drawer length is important to you, we can offer a custom made stainless water tank , although you will be sacrificing water storage. The BEST option is to add a water tank behind the rear wheels, these water tanks are shaped the same as our under tray toolboxes and are easily accessible.

Our standard under tray toolboxes come as a one size fits all. They are 650mm length x 450mm height and you can choose either a square or angled profile.

Our custom under tray toolboxes are custom made to fit between the wheel guard and the back of the tray. They are bigger/longer than the standard toolboxes and size will vary depending on the vehicle and customer requirements.

The width of both under tray toolboxes is generally 240mm, vehicle dependant.

Please visit our Accessory page in our Gallery for image comparison.

We do NOT supply reverse cameras or reverse sensors.

We DO relocate any existing camera and/or sensors if your vehicle has them. There is no charge for the camera mounting, however there is a fee for relocating sensors. These are built into the tray and mounted underneath the tail lights.

We powder coat and zinc prime our products in house at our workshop. We have a variety of colours/shades to choose from and most of these selections are included with the service free of charge. Check out our Tray Colours page in our Gallery for some examples of our colours.

We are also happy to sandblast, prep and prime our products if you would prefer to have it painted else where.

We can colour match the following colours:

• WHITE (most makes and models)
• GRAPHITE (most makes and models)
• SKY SILVER (ranger and hilux)
• SANDY TAUPE (landcruiser)

We supply a few different shades of black:

• BLACK ONYX (standard)
• JET BLACK PEARL (a must have for black vehicles)
• SATIN BLACK (to match most aftermarket accessories eg bull bars)

Other options available:

• ANTIQUE SILVER
• HAMMERTONE BLACK
• SILVER RIPPLE
• BLACK WRINKLE
• STEEL PEARL

Click here for colour samples

These widths are based on standard tyre sizes.

The Patrol width can be decreased to 1900mm with the exclusion of side tie rails. All other vehicles may decrease the width by 100mm but must consider the additional expenses in upgrading to 3D guards which are required. A tray that is not the recommended width will also sacrifice the standard depth of under tray toolboxes.

At this point in time, no.

We are currently in the process of improving our marketing aspects of the business. As soon as we have such items available we will definitely spread the word!

In the mean time, we are constantly adding and improving our website. We want to give you as much information as possible to fill out our quote form which is soon to be updated! Stay tuned!