Old Man Emu BP51 Test Trials

I'll keep this short and Simple.

I am running my 2nd vehicle with BP51's (First was a 4Runner).

The Kit is an amazing drive... I can't quite explain how big of an improvement it is over stock suspension BUT...

For My Tundra I have been through 5 different rear shocks and still have one leaking. Basically immediately after install and taking them out on a trip the rear shocks have a leak where the reserve tank attaches to the main shock body.

OME has been amazing with their warranty process but I am getting tired of installing these things.

I am praying that I do one more warranty replacement and end up with two not-leaking shocks.

I have had no issues with the front... everything there has been perfect.

What is your experiences with BP51's... is this just an early run issue???

 

Considering the BP-51 kit. Just curious if anyone else has this leaky rear shock issue?

Also, what has everyone’s experiences been rebuilding these shocks? Have you had to send them back to OME?

 

This guy explains it pretty well around the 12 minute mark.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZSNYONRYxQ

 

Wow. Faulty design indeed. Kinda weird that the OME folks deny the obvious design flaw when that divot on the shock mount is plain as day.

 

EddieWouldGo; I don't post here often but I feel I had to share my experience. I have the BP-51 ( front and back + dakar leaf pack with greaseable shackles)installed on my 2016 Tundra CrewMax. I discovered a leak on both rear shocks around the swivel fitting that goes from the shock to the reservoir. At first, I thought the front coilovers was trouble free but they both leak from the seal shafts and my 2nd set on the rear are leaking again. Not a happy camper. Not even 10 000kms on the whole set! I live in Northern Alberta Canada so I believe it's all cold weather related issues. ARB has been fantastic for customer service but I hope they find a permanent solution soon. I didn't know Elka have now Toyota trucks line up (not just motorspots)and they are made in Quebec, Canada. It is cold there as well and they used semi synthetic fluid in their shocks. I might steer towards them if my BP-51 keeps having issues.They might be better in that sense but it's too early to know how reliable they are. But no one come close yet to the 3years/60 000kms warranty ARB has... I've read on Land Cruiser forum and the bp51 have unfortunately issues there as well...

 

Thanks for the feedback on those. Doing a little research before a purchase. I've read about a lot of growing pains with those but I've also read ARB has excellent customer service. Not sure I want to deal with downtime though

 

After much research, I actually made the BP-51 my decision on next suspension purchase.
Seems like a great deal and most reviews were positive.
ARB is a great company too.
I hate to hear about these issues.
I’m hoping they come out with a solution before I move in a different direction.

 

I’ve read of lots of these shocks leaking. I’ve dealt with ARB CS and they didn’t impress me one bit. I’ll probably never buy another product of theirs again.

 

Reviving this thread.
All 4 of my BP-51'S have developed nitrogen leaks. Only 2 years old. I anticipated possibly needing to top off the nitrogen periodically but, I'm disappointed it appears the internal seals have failed. I contacted ARB and they offered to rebuild them. However, I would need to ship them at my own expense. Additionally, they quoted a minimum 3 week turnaround time. Am I wrong to think they should cover shipping for items still under warranty? And not being able to use my vehicle for almost a month isn't an option for me.