{"product_id":"arb-ome-rear-greaseable-shackle-kit-4wd-1979-89-4runner-pickup","title":"ARB | OME Rear  Greasable Shackle Kit  4WD (1979-89 4Runner\/Pickup)","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"368\"\u003eARB | OME Greasable Rear Shackle Kit 4WD\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"457\" data-start=\"368\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 1984–1989 4WD Toyota 4Runner \u0026amp; 1979–1988 4WD Toyota Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"154\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eARB Old Man Emu Greasable Rear Shackle Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium suspension upgrade designed for 1979–1989 Toyota Pickup and Toyota 4Runner models equipped with leaf spring rear suspensions. Engineered to simplify maintenance, improve suspension articulation, and extend leaf spring bushing life, this kit allows periodic lubrication of critical suspension pivot points without requiring shackle disassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with Old Man Emu leaf springs and polyurethane bushings, greasable shackles help reduce friction, minimize bushing wear, and maintain smooth suspension movement under demanding off-road, towing, and daily driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as part of ARB's integrated Old Man Emu suspension system, this shackle kit provides long-term durability and easier suspension maintenance for both stock and modified vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimplified Suspension Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional fixed shackles that require removal for proper bushing lubrication, Old Man Emu greasable shackles allow lubrication through integrated grease passages and grease fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLubricates suspension bushings without disassembly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduces maintenance time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelps prevent premature bushing wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePromotes smoother suspension operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproves long-term suspension reliability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for off-road and overland vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoutine greasing helps maintain proper bushing performance and extends overall suspension component life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImproved Suspension Articulation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly lubricated suspension pivots allow leaf springs to move more freely through their range of motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduced friction between moving components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved suspension articulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoother suspension travel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduced suspension bind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved ride quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhanced off-road performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese benefits become especially noticeable on vehicles that regularly encounter rough terrain or carry additional weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Man Emu greasable shackles are built to withstand demanding driving conditions while providing long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty steel shackle plates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated greaseable pins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-strength hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecision-machined components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for severe-duty use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to work with Old Man Emu bushings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robust design helps maintain suspension integrity under heavy loads and challenging off-road conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCorrosion Protection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo help maximize service life, the shackle plates receive a protective corrosion-resistant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtective Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinc-plated side plates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrosion-resistant hardware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved resistance to rust and oxidation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for wet and harsh environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis protection helps preserve appearance and functionality over years of service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for Old Man Emu Suspension Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is specifically designed to complement Old Man Emu leaf spring and bushing systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Man Emu Dakar leaf springs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Man Emu polyurethane bushings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Man Emu suspension systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestoration and suspension refresh projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing matching OME suspension components helps ensure optimal fitment and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Installation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a direct replacement for factory rear leaf spring shackles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with factory mounting locations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo welding or fabrication required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with factory and aftermarket leaf springs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with Old Man Emu bushing kits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriodic greasing is recommended for maximum service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuspension restorations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverland builds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff-road vehicles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrail rigs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily drivers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork trucks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTowing applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaf spring upgrades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToyota Pickup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1979–1983 Toyota 1st Gen Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4WD Models Only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1988 Toyota 2nd Gen Pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4WD Models Only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eToyota 4Runner\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1984–1989 Toyota 1st Gen 4Runner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4WD Models Only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment 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