ARB developed suspension kits to streamline the buying process by providing a vehicle-specific, integrated suspension system under one comprehensive part number. Now, ARB is expanding Old Man Emu kits to include Toyota 4Runner 2010-on, FJ Cruiser 2010-on, Tacoma 2005-on, and Tundra 2007-on applications.
Developed to add additional lift and enhanced ride comfort and quality, each new application is offered in either a medium- or heavy-load kit to curtail to the customer's needs. Each suspension kit includes all the necessary, durable components to take you off-road and back again with a comprehensive 3-year, 37,000-mile warranty.
I'll go ahead and give it 5 stars. I've had this lift on my truck for about 2,500 miles now (put in 16.5k on stock suspension). I will say in the looks department, it delivered exactly what I was looking for. In terms of handling, I think there are some improvements over the stock. The truck doesn't have as much body roll in turns and has much less dive when getting on the brakes. I will say, that I can feel harder bumps on the road quite a bit more than stock, but I think that will soften once I get the heavier front bumper, sliders, etc. installed. If you're not planning on adding any extra weight to the truck, you're probably better off with the Medium Kit. Overall I'm very happy with this kit. I haven't haven't been able to take it out wheeling just yet, but hopefully I can update this post with some notes on off-road performance soon.
For the price its going to be hard to beat. The heavy load was great on my 2016 Taco with sliders and a bed rack. It’s slightly stiff when the truck is not loaded. The damping makes the truck feel planted. I wouldn’t try to compress the front coils with Harbor Freight compressors again (it took 4 and they were flexing), I’d just get them professionally installed, or find someone with a proper spring compressor. This kit does not come with top hats, and ARBs were sold out everywhere. I just got some KYB top hats and bushings so I didn’t have to reuse parts and compress springs twice.
Watched the installation videos online and it made it look easier than it is but after it really was amazing lift kit. My Tacoma looks great and I get compliments all the time. Thank you 4wheel parts for all the help with ordering everything!!!!
Wow! Never thought some new springs and shocks would make such a difference. Before I was running a cheap leveling kit with pucks and spacers and I didn't think my truck rode that bad but after installing these, there is no comparison. Stiff but supple. Less body roll and dive when braking and turning. Absorbs small bumps and holes like a cloud and dampens the hard stuff. After the alignment it rides smooth, straight and stiff. Now I can add all my extra gear in the back without worry of bottoming out. The install went quite smooth. The leaf springs gave me the most trouble installing cause I'm not a mechanic. But with a little muscle anyone can do it. Don't use spring compressors on the front just jack up the truck and install the lower part of the strut assembly into the lower control arm and use another floor jack to jack the assembly up into the tower mount. Be careful but most importantly, have fun!
Great product! Great quality ride for a stiffer suspension setup. The truck ended up being raised roughly 3 inches. Not sure if this due to the type of suspension or if the product is mislabeled. Regardless, extremely satisfied with the results and product!
Q: This kit has been previously listed as 3 inch lift, why is it now 2 inch ? Additionally, whats the spring weight and are the rear leafs heavy load ? Answer this question
A: The springs only give 2” but with tires you can get 3! As I did by putting on 32
Answered by SuperBiz from Florida on 12/08/2021
A: The ARBOMEKIT-005 is a estimated lift: 50mm or 2 inches - TACOMA 05-ON 2" HEAVY LOAD KIT ARB2886 - OME COIL SPRING FRONT (1) is 51 to 100 KGS | ARBEL112R - LEAF SPRING TACOMA CONSTANT 300KG (2)
Answered by Dave from 4WP HQ on 12/08/2021
Q: How much settling is expected for an access cab on the heavy load lift? Answer this question
A: 1/2” with no load.
Answered by SantaCruzin from Indiana on 08/04/2021
A: Average 1/4” to 1/2” is normal……..3/4” or more is sign of sagging and/ or bad springs………
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 08/03/2021
Q: Ok, is this a 2 or 3 inch lift? I’ve been following this product all summer and it was previously listed as a 3 inch lift but now it’s listed as a 2 inch. This is an important detail because generally with a two inch, stock UCA’s are fine but 3” are not Answer this question
A: The ARB Old Man Emu is a 2 Inch Lift Kit (Heavy Load- vehicle equipped with ARB bumper & winch) - # ARBOMEKIT-005
Answered by Dave from 4WP HQ on 11/04/2021
Q: Just to confirm since it does not look like the fitment data is updated yet. This will fit a 2021 Tacoma TRD Offroad 4x4 Dbl Cab correct? Answer this question
A: Per ARB, yes it will fit.
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 06/30/2021
Q: Any idea when this will be back in stock for preorders? Answer this question
A: We are expecting more in by the end of the month. Keep in mind this is estimates dates we received from ARB. You can always place your order so you can reserve a kit for you once they come in - gets your order on the list.
Answered by Kelly from 4WP Corporate Headquarters on 06/14/2021
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