{"product_id":"arb-ome-nitrocharger-plus-front-shock-absorber-1984-95-4runner","title":"ARB | OME Nitrocharger Plus Front Shock Absorber (1984-95 4Runner)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARB | OME Nitrocharger Plus Front Shock Absorber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eARB Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus Front Shock Absorber\u003c\/strong\u003e offers application-specific front suspension damping for both generations of 1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner. The \u003cstrong\u003e1984–1985 solid-front-axle\u003c\/strong\u003e option is intended for matched Old Man Emu front leaf springs with approximately 2 inches of lift; the \u003cstrong\u003e1986–1995 IFS\u003c\/strong\u003e version covers original front-shock mounting points at stock height through approximately 2 inches of lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your model-year range before selecting a Single shock or a matching Pair. The longer leaf-spring shock and the later IFS shock are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle-specific valving\u003c\/strong\u003e for the matching Toyota front suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty twin-tube steel body\u003c\/strong\u003e and nitrogen gas charge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-flow piston and multi-disc damping control\u003c\/strong\u003e for repeatable suspension response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for matched Old Man Emu suspension systems, on-road driving, hauling, and off-road travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable individually or as a \u003cstrong\u003ematching front pair\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNitrocharger Plus Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavy-duty twin-tube shock design protects its working cylinder in demanding conditions. The gas charge and application-specific damping help maintain suspension control as the front axle or independent suspension moves through road and trail irregularities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid-front-axle 4Runners use longer shocks matched to the leaf-spring travel; 1986-on IFS models use a different mounting and travel application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock Height \u0026amp; Lift Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1984–1985 solid-front-axle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shocks are designed for matched Old Man Emu front leaf springs at approximately 2 inches of lift. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1986–1995 IFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shocks support factory front ride height through approximately 2 inches of front lift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1986–1989 4Runner 4WD IFS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e models, the matching \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/arb-ome-heavy-duty-front-torsion-bars-4wd-ifs-1986-95-pickup-1986-89-4runner\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Man Emu Heavy-Duty Front Torsion Bars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e support the front suspension and additional accessory weight. Front ride height is determined by the springs or torsion-bar suspension and its adjustment; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe shock absorber itself does not create vehicle lift\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToyota 4Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1984–1985 Toyota 4Runner – 1st Gen – 4WD – Solid Front Axle – Matched OME front leaf springs \/ approximately 2-inch lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1986–1989 Toyota 4Runner – 1st Gen – 4WD – Independent Front Suspension – Stock height to approximately 2-inch lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1990–1995 Toyota 4Runner – 2nd Gen – 2WD \/ 4WD – Independent Front Suspension – Stock height to approximately 2-inch lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1985 4Runner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory 4WD solid-front-axle models using matched OME front leaf springs; requires the proper OME spring and shock-travel combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1986–1989 4Runner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory 4WD independent front suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1990–1995 4Runner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory 2WD or 4WD independent front suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1985 solid-axle and 1986–1995 IFS shock options are not interchangeable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for 1996-onward 4Runner, suspension-converted vehicles, long-travel designs, or relocated shock mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach Single option fits either the left or right front; Pair includes two matching front shocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e ARB \/ Old Man Emu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrocharger Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front left or right\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, twin-tube construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Charged:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDamping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Application-specific and non-adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid-Axle Extended Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 479 mm \/ 18.86 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid-Axle Compressed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 294 mm \/ 11.57 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid-Axle Mounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Threaded-pin upper \/ bushed-eye lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Front Shock Should You Buy?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/kyb-excel-g-stock-height-front-shock-1984-95-4runner?variant=67669728592181\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKYB Excel-G\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for Factory-Style Comfort \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose KYB Excel-G for an affordable, factory-style replacement that prioritizes comfortable everyday driving and original-style ride quality at stock height.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/kyb-excel-g-stock-height-front-shock-1984-95-4runner?variant=67671746249013\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKYB Gas-a-Just\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for Firmer Stock-Height Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose KYB Gas-a-Just for firmer, more responsive monotube damping without stepping up to Bilstein. It offers a more controlled ride feel without changing suspension height or vehicle load capacity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/bilstein-b6-4600-front-shock-stock-height-1984-95-4runner?_pos=8\u0026amp;_sid=475ec16d6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBilstein B6 4600\u003c\/a\u003e — Best for Overall Stock-Height Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Bilstein B6 4600 for premium monotube damping with controlled, responsive handling during daily driving, highway travel, and light off-road use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eARB \/ Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus — Best for OME Suspension Builds \u0026amp; Demanding Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose OME Nitrocharger Plus for matched OME suspension setups, frequent rough-road use, or vehicles carrying additional equipment weight. Suitable for supported 1986–1995 4WD IFS applications at stock height through approximately 2 inches of front lift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e For most stock-height Toyota 4Runner owners, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBilstein B6 4600\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is our preferred all-around choice. Choose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Excel-G\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for comfort and value, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKYB Gas-a-Just\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for firmer budget-friendly control, or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for compatible OME suspension builds and more demanding use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose your preferred configuration using the available vehicle-year and quantity options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Vehicle Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1984-1985:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4WD solid front axle with matched Old Man Emu front leaf springs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1986-1989:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Factory independent front suspension (IFS).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1990-1995:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Factory independent front suspension (IFS).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. Quantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes (1) ARB \/ Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus front shock absorber with manufacturer-supplied mounting bushings and fittings for one shock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes (2) matching ARB \/ Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus front shock absorbers with manufacturer-supplied mounting bushings and fittings for both shocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front leaf springs, torsion bars, lower shock mounting hardware, or other suspension-lift components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARB | Old Man EMU","offers":[{"title":"1984-1985 \/ Single","offer_id":67669771551029,"sku":"1372","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1984-1985 \/ Pair","offer_id":67669771583797,"sku":"1373","price":259.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1986-1989 \/ Single","offer_id":53420287721781,"sku":"358","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1986-1989 \/ Pair","offer_id":53420287754549,"sku":"459","price":259.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1990-1995 \/ Single","offer_id":67669771616565,"sku":"1374","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1990-1995 \/ Pair","offer_id":67669771649333,"sku":"1375","price":259.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6005\/8421\/files\/1logos_1_2_1bca59c7-c268-4ada-9e06-4dd13d1595d5.png?v=1791653934","url":"https:\/\/preserverad.com\/products\/arb-ome-nitrocharger-plus-front-shock-absorber-1984-95-4runner","provider":"Preserve Rad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}