Old Man Emu

NITROCHARGER

Australia's unique driving conditions call for a different approach to shock absorber design. Invariably, vehicles are heavily loaded, fitted with accessories and driven on harsh Outback roads for prolonged periods.

When developing shock absorbers, Old Man Emu takes all these factors into consideration. This is reflected in the superb structural integrity of Nitrocharger shocks, along with the fact they are properly valved for the conditions they will be required to work under.

This experience in setting the most appropriate valving is what really sets the Nitrocharger apart from its competitors. OME engineers have extensive knowledge in this field as they specialize in nothing else but 4WD suspension systems. When developing a shock absorber, consideration is given to both original equipment and OME springs. In many cases, several shock absorber applications will be listed for one vehicle to ensure the proper match regardless of spring selection, installed accessories or load carrying requirements.

While OME Nitrochargers will improve overall ride performance when fitted with standard springs, more substantial benefits can be achieved when fitted in conjunction with OME springs. Improved ride, load carrying characteristics, and wheel travel are all benefits of such a combination.

Used by 4 wheelers throughout the world, OME Nitrochargers set the standard in ride comfort over any terrain and simply outperform the competition.

• On the Toyota LandCruiser 80 & 100 Series, the rear shocks are mounted forward of the axle. As a result, they have a tendency to get peppered by stones thrown up from the front tires. OME's solution to the problem can be found in either a shock mounted stone guard or a lower rear control arm mounted stone flap (pictured).
• Everything you feel in your vehicle is controlled by shock absorber valving. OME's 30hp shock dyno helps us simulate the characteristics of your vehicle and develop shock absorber valving to control it.

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NITROCHARGER SPORT

Old Man Emu suspension systems have always focused on ride quality rather than ride height and this new line of shock absorbers includes some of the latest shock valving technology achieving a whole new level of ride quality.

Most dual and monotube shocks typically feature a two-stage valving process, the new OME NitroCharger Sport features a triple-stage valving process rivaled only by a remote canister adjustable shock. We’ve stacked it into the most durable shock body and adjusted it by load capacity for you. So, rather than offering a single adjustable shock, the OME engineers have done all of the testing and tuning adjustments for you. You get to choose from a selection of shock absorbers for your application based on your load-carrying configuration, guaranteeing an immediate and ideal ride without any costly fine-tuning required post-installation.

The monotube style main piston valving improves transition and direction changes while the extra base valving provides more fine-tuning for comfort and control. So, the new OME NitroCharger Sport feels like a monotube without the vulnerability or the high price tag.

FEATURES

• Engineered for both on road and off road drivability
• Durability proven under extensive laboratory and real life testing, supported by scientific data logging
• Instantaneously adapts to the terrain
• The most finely tuned shock absorber on the market, with all valving work carried out in Australia by OME’s ride control engineers
• Dramatically improved low and high speed control for increased comfort and control over all road surfaces
• Fully compatible with OME’s extensive line of springs, bushings and hardware for a complete integrated suspension system
• 3 year, 35,000 mile warranty
• Made in Australia

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BP-51 ADJUSTABLE

The new BP-51 range of high performance, bypass shock absorbers is the result of an exhaustive development process aimed at delivering the ultimate in both comfort and control.

Designed, developed and tested entirely in-house by ARB’s team of Old Man Emu ride engineers, BP-51 shock absorbers are vehicle specific and utilise existing mounting locations to provide easy installation without the need for additional vehicle modification.

Unlike most other adjustable shock absorbers, which provide adjustment for compression only, the BP-51 range allows on vehicle, independent adjustability of both rebound and compression to offer class leading ride customisation that can be tailored to individual vehicle or trip requirements.

In addition to the velocity sensitive damping used in most shock absorbers, where the faster the piston moves, the higher the level of damping is generated, BP-51 shock absorbers also generate damping dependent on the position of the piston within the shock absorber’s body via their bypass design.

While most shock absorbers only generate damping based on fluid flowing through the piston, the BP-51 offers an alternative path from one chamber to the other, around the piston in the form of bypass passages. Some fluid flows through the piston and some fluid bypasses around the piston in the bypass passages.

This results in an ability for the shock absorber to provide the best of both worlds, with a comfortable and compliant ride during normal driving and a more controlled ride over more challenging terrain. With greater levels of damping generated at each end of the stroke, the piston slows as it approaches full compression and extension, preventing harsh topping out against the bump stop and allowing larger bumps and corrugations to be absorbed more easily.

• Remote Reservoir

  6061 grade aluminium remote oil canister allows for increased oil volume, resulting in lower oil temperatures.

• High Temperature Hose

  Durable Dash 6 high temperature Teflon hose incorporates high flow fittings for optimum oil flow.

• Spherical Bearings

  Large, Teflon lined spherical bearings.

• Spring Seat

  6061 grade aluminium spring seat.

• X5K Coil

  High quality X5K grade steel coil, for use on coil over models, incorporates application specific design.

• Spring Adjustment

  6061 grade aluminium adjustor allows adjustment of spring preload and ride height.

• Top Hat

  6061 grade aluminium top hat.

• Bushings

  Quality oversized rubber bushings result in excellent longevity.

• Shaft Guard

  Replaceable, impact resistant, high density polyethylene shaft guard prevents damage to the shock absorber shaft from stones and other debris.

• Piston Shaft

  Hard chromed, ground piston shaft for the ultimate in strength and durability.

• Adjustor

  External, independent rebound and compression adjustment allows fine tuning of ride comfort and control to suit varying vehicle and trip requirements.

• Shock Absorber Body

  51mm bore, 6061 grade aluminium shock absorber body with type III, hard anodised finish for increased heat dissipation and corrosion resistance.

• Piggy Back Clamp

  Remote reservoir piggy back clamp allows easy connection of the remote oil reservoir to the main shock absorber body.