Old Man Emu Steering Damper | 4WD (1984-95 4Runner / 1979-95 Pickup)

ARB | Old Man Emu Steering Damper

For 1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner and 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD

Overview

The ARB Old Man Emu steering damper helps reduce steering-wheel kickback and vibration on rough roads without changing normal steering return. This is a steering stabilizer, not a suspension shock absorber. Its hydraulic twin-tube construction provides controlled resistance to sudden steering movement.

Two vehicle-specific versions cover U.S.-market 1984–1995 Toyota 4Runner 4WD and 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD with original steering-damper mounting arrangements. The solid-axle version is for 1984–1985 4Runner and 1979–1985 Pickup; the independent front suspension (IFS) version is for 1986–1995 4Runner and Pickup. The two versions use different mounting arrangements and are not interchangeable.

Key Features

• Hydraulic damping helps control steering kickback over rough surfaces.
• Nine-stage coil-spring valving controls damping.
• A 35 mm piston and bore provide increased oil capacity.
• Twin-tube construction and a stone guard protect working components from debris.
• Multi-lip sealing helps retain hydraulic oil.
• Separate solid-axle and IFS versions match the original Toyota mounting configurations.

Heavy-Duty Steering Damper Design

The steel body, protected piston rod and hydraulic valving are designed for the repeated steering impacts encountered on uneven roads and off-road terrain. Polyurethane and rubber mounting bushings help isolate vibration while allowing steering movement.

Vehicle Fitment

Toyota 4Runner — 1st Gen — 4WD

• 1984–1985: Factory solid front axle.
• 1986–1989: Independent front suspension (IFS).

Toyota 4Runner — 2nd Gen — 4WD

• 1990–1995: Independent front suspension (IFS).

Toyota Pickup — 1st Gen — 4WD

• 1979–1983: Factory solid front axle.

Toyota Pickup — 2nd Gen — 4WD

• 1984–1985: Factory solid front axle.
• 1986–1988: Independent front suspension (IFS).

Toyota Pickup — 3rd Gen — 4WD

• 1989–1995: Independent front suspension (IFS).

Fitment Notes

• For U.S.-market factory 4WD applications.
• Choose the version matching the vehicle's original front suspension and year. The solid-axle damper has a pin-and-eye arrangement; the IFS damper has eye mounts with a mounting pin.
• For original steering-damper mounting arrangements. Solid-axle swaps, high-steer or crossover steering conversions, relocated mounts and altered steering linkage are outside the specified applications.
• A steering damper does not correct worn steering or suspension components, loose parts or alignment problems.

Product Specifications

Brand: ARB Old Man Emu
Product Type: Hydraulic steering damper
Construction: Steel twin-tube body with stone guard
Piston and Bore: 35 mm
Valving: Nine-stage coil-spring valving
Solid-Axle Mounts: Pin upper mount; eye with bushing lower mount
IFS Mounts: Eye with bushing and mounting pin upper mount; eye with bushing lower mount
Finish: Yellow
Warranty: Three-year limited manufacturer warranty

Coordinated OME Suspension Upgrade

The Old Man Emu 2-Inch Suspension Lift Kit for 1986–1989 4Runner and 1986–1988 Pickup 4WD already includes the IFS steering damper along with its matched suspension components. A separate damper is not needed when purchasing that complete kit.

Available Configurations

Solid Axle (1984-85 4Runner / 1979-85 Pickup)

• (1) Solid-axle steering damper with vehicle-specific mounting kit.

IFS (1986-95 4Runner / 1986-95 Pickup)

• (1) IFS steering damper with vehicle-specific mounting kit.