Old Man Emu - MT64 Overland Suspension Lift Kit – Toyota Tacoma 2024–Current

Old Man Emu MT64 Overland Suspension Lift Kit

Build your 2024–current Toyota Tacoma for overland travel with the Old Man Emu MT64 Suspension System, a complete front and rear suspension package engineered around vehicle weight, ride quality, suspension control, and long-distance durability.

Unlike a one-size-fits-all lift kit, Old Man Emu offers the MT64 system in multiple vehicle-load configurations. This allows you to select suspension matched to how your Tacoma is actually equipped—whether it's relatively stock or carrying additional constant weight from bumpers, winches, armor, bed racks, campers, recovery equipment, and other overland accessories.

At the heart of the system are OME's large MT64 monotube dampers, featuring a 2.8-inch aluminum body, digressive valving, hydraulic top-out control, and vehicle-specific tuning.

The front MT64 assemblies provide adjustable ride height, while matched rear shocks and OME coil springs allow the suspension to support the appropriate rear load.

For Tacoma owners building a truck for camping, overlanding, long-distance travel, and sustained use on rough roads, the MT64 provides a substantial step up in suspension capability while maintaining the controlled ride expected from Old Man Emu.

What's Included

Components vary according to the selected load configuration.

A complete system includes:

• (2) Old Man Emu MT64 front strut assemblies
• (2) Old Man Emu MT64 rear shocks
• (2) Old Man Emu rear coil springs where applicable
• Required suspension components for the selected OME configuration
• Optional OME upper control arm kit when selected

Front Load Options

Stock Front Weight — 0 lb

Choose this configuration if the front of your Tacoma remains relatively close to factory weight.

Recommended for trucks without substantial permanent front accessories.

Typical examples:

• Factory front bumper
• No winch
• No heavy steel front bumper
• Minimal additional front-end equipment

220–330 lb Added Front Weight

Choose this configuration when your Tacoma carries approximately 220–330 lb of constant additional front weight.

Typical equipment may include:

• Steel front bumper
• Winch
• Skid plates
• Front armor
• Additional recovery equipment

The important factor is the combined permanent weight added over the front suspension, not simply whether one accessory is installed.

Rear Load Options

Stock Rear Weight — 0 lb

Designed for Tacomas that remain relatively close to factory rear weight.

Good for owners who occasionally carry cargo but do not permanently keep substantial equipment on or over the rear suspension.

440 lb Added Rear Weight

Choose this configuration when approximately 440 lb of additional constant weight remains on the truck during normal driving.

Examples may include combinations of:

• Bed rack
• Rooftop tent
• Bed storage system
• Drawer system
• Recovery equipment
• Tools
• Auxiliary fuel or water
• Camping equipment
• Overland accessories

880 lb Added Rear Weight

Designed for substantially heavier overland builds carrying approximately 880 lb of constant additional rear weight.

This configuration is intended for heavily equipped trucks where significant weight remains installed during normal vehicle operation.

Examples can include:

• Heavy camper systems
• Large permanent bed builds
• Extensive storage systems
• Armor and recovery equipment
• Water/fuel storage
• Heavily equipped expedition configurations

IMPORTANT — What Does “Added Weight” Mean?

The load rating refers to CONSTANT added vehicle weight.

It does not mean the maximum amount of cargo you can occasionally put in the truck.

For example:

If your Tacoma is normally stock but you occasionally put 400 lb of camping equipment in the bed for a weekend trip, you should not automatically select the 440-lb constant-load suspension.

However, if your Tacoma permanently carries a bed rack, rooftop tent, drawer system, tools, recovery equipment, and other accessories totaling approximately 440 lb, the 440-lb configuration may be appropriate.

Choosing the correct load rating is important for maintaining proper ride height, suspension travel, and ride quality.

MT64 Technology

Large 2.8-Inch Aluminum Monotube Body

The MT64 uses a large aluminum monotube shock body designed to increase oil capacity and improve heat dissipation during extended use.

Digressive Valving

Vehicle-specific digressive valving provides increased low-speed suspension control while allowing the suspension to respond appropriately to larger impacts and rough terrain.

Hydraulic Top-Out Control

OME's hydraulic top-out system helps control the suspension as it approaches full extension, providing a more controlled transition during suspension droop.

Adjustable Front Ride Height

The front MT64 assemblies provide multiple height settings, allowing ride height to be configured around vehicle weight and desired stance.

Actual resulting lift varies according to vehicle weight, suspension configuration, and selected setting.

Optional OME Upper Control Arms

Customers can select the system with or without Old Man Emu upper control arms.

Standard Kit — No UCA

Best for customers whose suspension setup, ride height, and alignment remain within acceptable factory geometry.

Add OME Upper Control Arms

Recommended for customers building a more complete lifted overland suspension system.

OME upper control arms are designed to help restore suspension geometry and alignment capability while improving clearance and suspension operation on lifted applications.

If you're planning to run the suspension near its higher lift settings, the UCA-equipped configuration is the preferred option.

Recommended For

• Overland builds
• Camping
• Long-distance travel
• Loaded Tacomas
• Bed racks
• Rooftop tents
• Camper systems
• Front bumpers and winches
• Recovery equipment
• Rough-road travel
• Fire roads
• Desert roads
• Moderate trail use
• Daily driving with permanent added vehicle weight

Fitment

Toyota Tacoma

• 2024+
• 4th Generation / N400

Important Fitment Notice

Fitment depends on vehicle configuration, drivetrain, factory suspension equipment, and selected OME system.

Some 4th Gen Tacoma models use different rear suspension configurations.

Verify your Tacoma's suspension configuration and factory equipment before ordering.

Not all load combinations are available for every Tacoma configuration.

Choosing Your Kit

When ordering, select:

1. Front Load

0 lb
Stock or near-stock front vehicle weight.

220–330 lb
Permanent front bumper, winch, armor, or similar added equipment.

2. Rear Load

0 lb
Stock or near-stock rear vehicle weight.

440 lb
Moderately equipped overland build carrying permanent rear weight.

880 lb
Heavy overland/camper build carrying substantial permanent rear weight.

3. Upper Control Arms

No UCA

or

Add OME UCA

Installation

Professional installation is recommended.

A complete wheel alignment should be performed after installation.

Vehicles equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems may require inspection and/or recalibration following suspension height changes.

Actual ride height will vary based on vehicle weight, installed accessories, selected suspension components, and front height setting.

Rating

OVERLAND

The Old Man Emu MT64 is one of our recommended suspension systems for Tacoma owners building around constant vehicle weight and long-distance adventure travel.

Rather than simply increasing ride height, the MT64 allows the suspension to be matched to the equipment your Tacoma carries.

For an Overland build with bumpers, winches, racks, camping equipment, recovery gear, or camper weight, selecting the correct MT64 load configuration provides a much better solution than installing a generic lift designed around an unloaded truck.