About Toyota LandCruiser 80 Series Suspension
The Toyota LandCruiser 80 Series has built a reputation as one of the toughest touring wagons ever produced. You’ll still see 80 Series LandCruisers heading into the high country, towing boats to the coast, and carrying serious touring setups across New Zealand. Over time, added accessories, recovery gear, roof loads, and towing weight place demands on suspension that factory components were never designed to handle long-term.
ARB’s Old Man Emu 4×4 suspension systems are engineered to restore control and improve performance in these conditions. Designed as complete, matched systems and tested in harsh terrain, they deliver the stability, comfort, and load support required for serious touring and off road driving.
Find Old Man Emu 4×4 suspension at your nearest ARB store or stockist.
Expert advice and installation support
Correct suspension selection and fitment are critical, especially on older vehicles. ARB stores and stockists provide expert advice to help match the right Old Man Emu system to your 80 Series and intended use.
Visit your nearest ARB store or stockist to explore suspension options and upgrade your LandCruiser with confidence.
Engineered for the 80 Series chassis
Old Man Emu 4×4 suspension for the LandCruiser 80 Series is developed to suit its solid axle design, vehicle weight, and typical touring loads. Rather than replacing springs or shock absorbers in isolation, each system is tuned as a complete package. Matched spring rates and precisely valved shock absorbers work together to improve body control and maintain ride height under load. The result is a more composed vehicle that feels planted and predictable across changing road conditions.
Improved ride quality and load control
Corrugations, uneven gravel roads, and steep terrain can quickly expose tired suspension. Old Man Emu 4×4 suspension improves damping control, helping the vehicle track straighter and absorb impacts more effectively. For drivers carrying constant touring weight or towing regularly, this means reduced body roll, improved braking confidence, and less driver fatigue over long distances.
Suspension options matched to your build
Every 80 Series setup is different. Some run lightly equipped, while others carry bull bars, winches, drawers, roof racks, and recovery gear. Old Man Emu systems are selected based on vehicle weight and intended use, ensuring the suspension is matched correctly from the start. This tailored approach delivers balanced performance without compromising reliability.