OME MT64 Old Man Emu Suspension w/ UCA (Part #2135K) + Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops -- Installation & Review...by Van Solo

[Van Solo]

Alright, since we all had so many questions that went unanswered I decided to get to those myself.

Old Man Emu kit number 2135K by ARB
Included parts are as follows as seen in the image below:

• FK134 Brake Line Spacer Kit 1
• FK137 Sway Bar Spacer Kit Rear 1
• MT64601052 MT64 Shock Absorbers Rear 2
• 3344 Coil Springs Rear 2
• MT64996013 MT64 Coilover Struts Front 2
• UCA0037 Upper Control Arms 2 (with ABS spacer brackets)

Now this 2135K kit comes preset at 3" Front and 2" Rear lift

For the installation I opted to go with Kal Tire Shawnessy in Calgary, Alberta for a few reasons, the first being I knew a few folks at the location and felt comfortable with all of it.

Kiran is one of the assistant Managers and Darcy is a Technician with a lot of passion for work like this..

So lets us begin with the installation.

And the original parts video with Old Man Emu MT64 Kit 2135K

Before:

After:

Remaining Parts:

After passenger side on the ground Axel angle.

Total time 4 Hours labour + Alignment. Great work Darcy!
(Remember this vehicle is coated in Krown Rust Proofing here in Calgary, Alberta so everything remains rust free and protected and easy to work on)

Now I have driven a bit on these before we head back to the shop to lift it up and check those questions off.

Ride Quality: Better than stock in many ways and we are running 285/70R17 Wrapped in Open Country AT3 C-Ply set at 37 PSI.

1. Sitting higher feels better
2. Speed Bumps, are much smoother
3. Driving off curbs, So much smoother
4. Calgary Roads, in general smoother less Stiff
5. Turns, No issue at all (Body Roll)
6. Speed, No difference at all

Axel Angles are looking good and zero vibrations 0-125Km (Just have not exceeded 125Km yet)

Back to the shop in the AM to get those final images and references some asked me about.

Old Man Emu MT64 3"/2"
Blackhorn Off Road Wheels 17x8.5 6.1397 ET25
Toyo Open Country AT3 285/70R17 C-Ply

Old Man Emu MT64 3"/2"
Blackhorn Off Road Wheels 17x8.5 6.1397 ET25
Toyo Open Country AT3 285/70R17 C-Ply

Old Man Emu MT64 3"/2"
Blackhorn Off Road Wheels 17x8.5 6.1397 ET25
Toyo Open Country AT3 285/70R17 C-Ply

Old Man Emu MT64 3"/2"
Blackhorn Off Road Wheels 17x8.5 6.1397 ET25
Toyo Open Country AT3 285/70R17 C-Ply


Updated with off-road testing trip review:

A day out testing the Old Man Emu & TIMBREN Offroad Bumpstops with my Daughter, and let me tell you it was fantastic!

We enjoyed a variety of trail conditions in higher and lower altitudes such as:

Pavement
Gravel
Soft Muddy
Icy & Hard
Deep Snow

our 4Runner took it all in and our Suspicion upgrade from Old Man Emu & Timbren made is a comfortable day exploring the out doors.

We had taken this same route with our stock suspension and the difference was night and day.
All I can say is I am very pleased with this upgraded package and now know we made the right choice for our 4Runner.

We will be doing more trails this summer and always more upgrades so stay
tuned and follow our build page below in the signature area.

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[Kyle_Williams91]

Looks killer! Where did you find the torque specs for everything?

 

[Van Solo]

Looks killer! Where did you find the torque specs for everything?

All specs included by ARB and Kal Tire was able to find all specs. Also since Chloe Kuo had issues after installing her ICON lift kit and mentioned them online in her YouTube channel!

 

[Kyle_Williams91]

All specs included by ARB and Kal Tire was able to find all specs.

Good to know. Thanks!

 

[Van Solo]

Part FK134

 

[PC4runner2]

Looks good. Did you tint your headlights?

 

[Van Solo]

Looks good. Did you tint your headlights?

Xpel

 

[Van Solo]

Tonight adding Timbren Off Road bump stops!

 

[Armbender]

Great setup and break down. I’m very much considering this setup and running 2.5/2 for the lift

do you tow or haul lots of kit in the back? Wondering about squatting

 

[Van Solo]

Great setup and break down. I’m very much considering this setup and running 2.5/2 for the lift

do you tow or haul lots of kit in the back? Wondering about squatting

This is a 0lb / 0lb kit at the moment meaning it does not account for extra weight. However with that said others we have seen with this kit have steel bumpers and roof racks and it appears no sagging. Now Old Man Emu will be realizing Springs that can account for more weight in the near future.

Myself I don't carry excessive weight at this time and feel I would not as I generally travel light.

 

[Cranberry]

Great little review! Appreciate the experience

 

[Armbender]

This is a 0lb / 0lb kit at the moment meaning it does not account for extra weight. However with that said others we have seen with this kit have steel bumpers and roof racks and it appears no sagging. Now Old Man Emu will be realizing Springs that can account for more weight in the near future.

Myself I don't carry excessive weight at this time and feel I would not as I generally travel light.

Okay sweet. Looks like there is no front or rear rake and looks pretty level. Great job.

 

[utah.greene91]

Beautiful setup. Thank you for the review and your experience!

 

[utah.greene91]

Great setup and break down. I’m very much considering this setup and running 2.5/2 for the lift

do you tow or haul lots of kit in the back? Wondering about squatting

My bud Erick, I believe he's a member here, runs the OME 2135K.
https://www.corgrit.com/old-man-emu...l-arms-for-6th-gen-4runner-2025-present-2135k
He runs a drawer system with a fridge and a few camping accessories with minimal sagging in the rear.

Corgrit is doing 12% off with OLD-MAN-EMU-12
https://www.corgrit.com/old-man-emu/shop/2026-promotional-discount-code-for-12-off

I'm between the 2135K and 2133K kit. I believe it boils down to whether I'd want to level or lift... leaning towards lift. Decisions, decisions...

 

[Van Solo]

A day out testing the Old Man Emu TIMBREN Active Off-Road Bump Stops with my daughter, and let me tell you it was fantastic!

We enjoyed a variety of trail conditions in higher and lower altitudes such as:

Pavement
Gravel
Soft Muddy
Icy & Hard
Deep Snow

our 4Runner took it all in and our Suspicion upgrade from Old Man Emu & Timbren made is a comfortable day exploring the out doors.

We had taken this same route with our stock suspension and the difference was night and day.
All I can say is I am very pleased with this upgraded package and now know we made the right choice for our 4Runner.

The TIMBREN bump stops add some very much needed cushioning when coming back down. While I did not launch the 4Runner I did take advantage of some uneven ground that flexed our suspension enough to know this TIMBREN bump stops made a difference. It was extremely important to us to have this Canadian Product in our build and highly recommend for anyone to replace those factory rocks with a set of TIMBREN bump stops.
TIMBREN Off Road Bump Stops:
Have two settings that you can choose from, 1 standard suspension and 2nd Lifted suspension / spacer (everything you need is included in the one kit)

They also offer a kit for those that tow rather than “Off Road”.

We will be doing more trails this summer and always more upgrades so stay
tuned and follow our build page below in the signature area.

Sponsored