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Are you planning on building out your 6th gen 4Runner for camping trips or longer expeditions? Maybe you've already got a bucket list of trails you want to hit now that you've got a capable rig. If that sounds like you, suspension should be the first upgrade on your list.
Upgrading your suspension makes all the difference between a truck that just carries your gear and one that actually handles well with it loaded up. Not sure what suspension kit to get for your 6th gen 4Runner? Don't worry, we've got the answer: Old Man Emu's MT64. Here's why.
Why Suspension Comes First
Here's the problem: every accessory you add to your build, bumpers, drawers, a rooftop tent, extra fuel and water, adds weight, and that weight slowly compresses your stock suspension over time. The result is sag, a harsher ride, and less control right when you need it most. Suspension is the first upgrade because it's the foundation everything else on your build sits on.
That's exactly what the MT64 is built to solve. Old Man Emu tunes and matches the springs, shocks, and arms (if you choose to upgrade) in each kit around how your 4Runner is actually going to be outfitted, so instead of adding weight and hoping for the best, you're running a suspension that's already accounted for it.
About the MT64 Shocks
The MT64 shocks sit right in the middle of the OME lineup, between the iconic Nitrocharger and the ultra-high-performance, adjustable BP-51. They're built with a huge 2.8in aluminum body, giving them the oil capacity and heat dissipation to handle everything from daily driving to demanding overland trips. The name comes from the internal monotube design, which uses a 64mm (2.5in) inner bore diameter, big even by MT64 standards, and it's specifically engineered for vehicles carrying campers, toppers, tents, and rack systems.
Features & Benefits
- Tuned and matched suspension kit for increased comfort and control
- Complete coilover assembly for direct bolt-in fitment
- Adjustable 6-position snap ring, giving a range of front lift from 1.75–3in depending on how you set it
- Monotube design with a massive 2.8in body for more oil and more accurate tuning
- Aerospace-grade aluminum body dissipates heat roughly fifteen times faster than steel and adds protection against stone damage
- Forged body cap and rod ends reduce weight while keeping strength up
- Digressive valving reacts instantly to changing surface conditions
- Direct replacement for stock and most aftermarket lift kits
- Hydraulic end-zone top-out adds cushioning at full extension to help soak up unexpected hits
- 7/8in piston rod shaft for exceptional stability under load
Kit Options for the 6th Gen 4Runner
We've built this out so you can go as light or as full a build as you need:
Complete Kits
- MT64 3" Lift Kit w/UCA for 4Runner (2025+) - Front 3in / Rear 2in, includes upgraded upper control arms
- MT64 Kit - Front 3in / Rear 2in
- MT64 Kit w/UCA - Front 3in / Rear 0in
- MT64 Kit - Front 3in / Rear 0in
- MT64 Kit, Front 3in only
- MT64 Kit, Rear 0in only
If you're not sure which combination fits your build, the short version is: figure out your loaded weight front and rear first (bumper, winch, drawers, RTT, etc.), then pick the kit that's tuned to hold that weight.
If you need help, drop your build in the comments, and we’ll help you figure it out!
About the Upper Control Arms
Your 6th gen 4Runner runs an IFS (independent front suspension) setup, meaning each front wheel moves independently instead of both sides being connected by a solid axle. The upper control arm is a key part of that system; it connects your frame to the front wheel hub, and it's a big part of what keeps your front end aligned and handling right, on- and off-road.
The problem is, when you lift the front of your 4Runner, it changes that geometry enough that a shop can't always get you back into proper alignment spec with the stock arms. This can cause other issues down the line. But, OME's Upper Control Arms fix that by giving you the adjustment range you need at your new ride height, so your alignment can actually be corrected instead of running out of range.
Want more information on whether you should upgrade your UCAs? Let us know!
Bottom Line
If you're building a 6th gen 4Runner and haven't done anything yet, adding suspension is the upgrade to start with. Everything else on your build, bumpers, a winch, drawers, a rooftop tent, is going to load onto that suspension, and the MT64 is tuned to carry it without turning your 4Runner into a bouncy, saggy mess.
Got questions about which kit fits your build, or want a hand figuring out loaded weight estimates? Drop them below.
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