Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Sport vs BP51 — which shock for your Hilux?
27 months of ownership, 25 proper off-road trips ranging from day runs to 7-day expeditions. Here is my honest, no-BS review.
Bought from the brand directly for R9,500. Fitting took a full Saturday in the driveway with my brother.
Performance: the difference on corrugated gravel roads is night and day. Fully loaded with camping kit and rooftop tent, the bakkie rides like a different vehicle. No fade or bottoming out even on the technical sections of Baviaanskloof.
Compared to Ironman 4x4 shocks: I considered the alternative before buying. The price difference was around R2745. Based on what I have seen from other owners in this community, I think I made the right call — though I acknowledge I have not used the other one personally.
Would I buy again: Without hesitation. Rating: 10/10.
Any specific questions — happy to help. I remember how hard it was to find honest owner reviews before I bought, so I try to pay it forward.
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Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Lydenburg was 5 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.
How does it compare to the National Luna? I have been going back and forth between the two and at the price difference of around R1712, I am not sure the premium is justified for my use case.
How does it compare to the Rhino Rack version? I have been going back and forth between the two and at the price difference of around R4137, I am not sure the premium is justified for my use case.
Good review. I have had the same shocks for 32 months and the experience matches yours — quality is exactly what you pay for.
Just ordered one based on this thread. Delivery to Upington was 6 working days and it arrived well packaged. First impressions match your review — build quality is excellent.