Old Man Emu

BP-51 Internal Bypass Reservoir Shocks Set w/2.5-3.5" lift

2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler JL 4WD
$2,625.00
$150 Off! Discount in Cart

Out of Stock

Estimated Delivery in 3-7 business days

Old Man Emu

BP-51 Internal Bypass Reservoir Shocks Set w/2.5-3.5" lift

2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler JL 4WD
$2,625.00
$150 Off! Discount in Cart

Out of Stock

Estimated Delivery in 3-7 business days

Authorized dealer
Free shipping within the lower 48 United States
Brand new parts with warranty coverage
Free 30-day return and exchange on qualifying orders
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Part Numbers & Details
4 Shocks + Mounting Hardware
Full set of four shock absorbers, with associated OME VM mounting hardware.
Old Man Emu 3 Year / 35,000 Mile Warranty
Manufacturer warranty protects against defects and premature failure.
Fits vehicles with 2.5-3.5" front lift
Shocks are extended length for 2.5-3.5" front lift systems and 2.5-3.5" rear lift systems
Important Fitment Note
Estimated lift for Sport models is 3.5"; for Rubicon is 2.5".
Designed for 4WD vehicles
This product only works for 4WD vehicles.
Compression Adjustable
Damping adjustment for weight, towing, and different surface conditions
Rebound Adjustment
Fine tuning ride comfort according to vehicle weight and comfort and control preference
Compression Adjustment
Compression Damping adjustment to control how the suspension responds when encountering a bump or obstacle.
Rebound Adjustment
Rebound Damping adjustment to control the rate at which the wheels and tires rebound after an obstacle.
Rebuild and Re-Valve
The BP51 shocks and coilovers are rebuildable and can be re-valved by a qualified suspension technician.
Reservoir & Shock Mounts
Shock Mounting VM kit required for shock and reservoir mounting hardware
Specifications
Part NumberItemQuantityExtended LengthCompressed LengthTravel
VM80010039Mounting Kit1
VM80010038Mounting Kit2
BP5160034LShock Absorber127.008"16.85"10.157"
BP5160034RShock Absorber127.008"16.85"10.157"
BP5160033Shock Absorber225.551"16.378"9.173"
Product Details

The Old Man EMU BP51 Internal Bypass shocks and coilovers feature unparalleled on and offroad performance through position sensitive bypass technology. 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 customization that can be tailored to individual vehicle or trip requirements.

Compatibility List
YearMakeModelDrivePositionLift
2024JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2023JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2022JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2021JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2020JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2019JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2018JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"

ARB Manufacturer's Warranty

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) products are warranted free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twenty four (24) months from the date of initial retail purchase, with the exception of ARB Fridge/Freezers and Old Man Emu suspension products which carry a thirty six (36) month, 37,000 mile (OME suspension) limited warranty, ARB Air Locker which carries a sixty (60) month warranty and LINX which carries a twelve (12) month warranty. Air Locker Inc's (ARB) obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing, replacing or crediting at its option, any part found to be defective.

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) does not warrant or make any representations concerning its goods when:

  • The products are purchased used, scratch and dent or open box.
  • The products are not installed, used, and maintained strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
  • The products are installed in vehicles that are used in competition
  • The products are installed in vehicles fitted with aftermarket non-standard tires with diameters in excess of OEM specifications
  • The products are installed in vehicles with engines that have been modified to increase performance

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) will not be liable for labor charges and other intangible or consequential losses that might be claimed as a result of a failure of any ARB component or part thereof to the extent permitted by state law.

A claim under this warranty should be made as follows:

Contact Air Locker Inc. technical department at 425-264-1391 or via email at tech@arbusa.com to request a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number and instructions for returning the defective component.

FREE Shipping applies to all products shipped to the lower 48 United States, excluding truck freight items that exceed 100lbs or custom orders.

  • Leaf Springs, Axles, Long Travel Systems, and other products that get shipped on pallets will require specific shipping costs.
  • We do not ship truck-freight items out of the country, only to freight forwarders setup by the buyer.

All other shipping destinations that are available will be calculated at checkout, or you can contact us prior to your purchase.

Shock Surplus ships to the following destinations, and more:

  • All of North America
  • All of Europe
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Australia
  • Most Asian countries

Contact us for a free direct quote to your location.

30-Day Hassle-free Return & Exchange Policy - Stuff Happens!

We sell only brand new, never-installed, authentic, brand-name parts. If your order arrives damaged, is missing hardware, appears used or pre-installed, or is incomplete in any way, we will jump into action to send replacements. We can usually have replacements sent immediately for these rare cases of damaged, incomplete, or incorrect orders.

Shock Surplus allows returns and exchanges inside of a 30-day window starting from time of receipt by the customer. It is our mission to make every transaction smooth, and fix any issues you may encounter.

  • Products must be new, unused, and in uninstalled condition for us to accept a return.
  • We do not accept installed parts, so be sure you have the correct part number(s) before attempting to install them on your vehicle.
  • Returned parts must contain all associated hardware, otherwise that part number will be deducted from your refund.

Exchanges

No restocking fees. Our staff is on hand to make sure that your first purchase is exactly correct for your needs and vehicle, do not hesitate to contact us prior to your purchase through Live Chat or Email.

To start a return or exchange, please fill out THIS FORM (located at the bottom of the page), and be as specific as possible, and someone will be in touch with you in ~1 business day. The typical turnaround for a refund or exchange is 5-10 business days, depending on the complexity of the case. Exchanges are subject to availability of stock; any exchanges proving out of stock will be refunded to the customer.

Return Shipping Costs

We are available to make every transaction flawless for our customers, the Shock Surplus staff is available to guarantee fitment on every part we sell. Shipping costs responsibility are as follows:

  • Misboxed Item - Shock Surplus Responsibility
  • Incorrect Item Sent - Shock Surplus Responsibility
  • Incorrect Item Ordered - Customer Responsibility
  • Order Error (Address, Vehicle Fitment) - Customer Responsibility
  • Changed Mind - Customer Responsibility
  • Damaged in Transit - Shock Surplus Responsibility

Start Your Return Process

Returns Under Customer's Responsibility

  • Below 50lbs - $15 flat rate deducted from the refund. Shock Surplus will provide a shipping label to make this process as easy as possible.
  • Greater than 50lbs - Discounted shipping rates to get the product(s) back to Shock Surplus, that amount will be deducted from the refund. 50lb+ packages are automatically labeled 'Oversize' by our couriers, and automatically incur a $25 charge on top of the shipping fee.

Returns Under Shock Surplus' Responsibility

  • Free, we will provide a return shipping label and ship the replacement parts for free. If a refund is preferred, a full refund will occur.

Refunds

You should expect to receive your refund within 5-7 business days of our warehouse receiving your return. The amount of time it takes for your refund to show up in your account varies by payment method, but typically takes 1-3 business days. You will also receive a message confirming the refund via the marketplace where the purchase happened. We wish we could speed up the process of funds reaching your payment method following a refund, but it is out of our hands.

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account (top right corner of the screen), view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu, and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item. You can also contact contact us for any return requests.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page.

International Orders

  • Orders are final, no returns
  • Orders shipped to a freight forwarder in the US, are eligible for return if the product has not left the United States.
  • It is the responsibility of the buyer and exporter to ensure correct items received before exporting. Shock Surplus is not responsible for items received once the freight forwarder has shipped the product.
  • The buyer is responsible for import fees and taxes into their country. That is not covered in the shipping fee that Shock Surplus charges.

Product Details

Whether you want to upgrade, add a reservoir, or find something more affordable, contact us with any questions!

Part Numbers & Details

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Part Numbers & Details
4 Shocks + Mounting Hardware
Full set of four shock absorbers, with associated OME VM mounting hardware.
Old Man Emu 3 Year / 35,000 Mile Warranty
Manufacturer warranty protects against defects and premature failure.
Fits vehicles with 2.5-3.5" front lift
Shocks are extended length for 2.5-3.5" front lift systems and 2.5-3.5" rear lift systems
Important Fitment Note
Estimated lift for Sport models is 3.5"; for Rubicon is 2.5".
Designed for 4WD vehicles
This product only works for 4WD vehicles.
Compression Adjustable
Damping adjustment for weight, towing, and different surface conditions
Rebound Adjustment
Fine tuning ride comfort according to vehicle weight and comfort and control preference
Compression Adjustment
Compression Damping adjustment to control how the suspension responds when encountering a bump or obstacle.
Rebound Adjustment
Rebound Damping adjustment to control the rate at which the wheels and tires rebound after an obstacle.
Rebuild and Re-Valve
The BP51 shocks and coilovers are rebuildable and can be re-valved by a qualified suspension technician.
Reservoir & Shock Mounts
Shock Mounting VM kit required for shock and reservoir mounting hardware
Specifications
Part NumberItemQuantityExtended LengthCompressed LengthTravel
VM80010039Mounting Kit1
VM80010038Mounting Kit2
BP5160034LShock Absorber127.008"16.85"10.157"
BP5160034RShock Absorber127.008"16.85"10.157"
BP5160033Shock Absorber225.551"16.378"9.173"
Product Details

The Old Man EMU BP51 Internal Bypass shocks and coilovers feature unparalleled on and offroad performance through position sensitive bypass technology. 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 customization that can be tailored to individual vehicle or trip requirements.

Compatibility List
YearMakeModelDrivePositionLift
2024JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2023JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2022JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2021JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2020JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2019JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
2018JeepWrangler JL4WDFront & Rear2.5-3.5"
Warranty

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ARB Manufacturer's Warranty

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) products are warranted free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of twenty four (24) months from the date of initial retail purchase, with the exception of ARB Fridge/Freezers and Old Man Emu suspension products which carry a thirty six (36) month, 37,000 mile (OME suspension) limited warranty, ARB Air Locker which carries a sixty (60) month warranty and LINX which carries a twelve (12) month warranty. Air Locker Inc's (ARB) obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repairing, replacing or crediting at its option, any part found to be defective.

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) does not warrant or make any representations concerning its goods when:

  • The products are purchased used, scratch and dent or open box.
  • The products are not installed, used, and maintained strictly in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
  • The products are installed in vehicles that are used in competition
  • The products are installed in vehicles fitted with aftermarket non-standard tires with diameters in excess of OEM specifications
  • The products are installed in vehicles with engines that have been modified to increase performance

Air Locker Inc. (ARB) will not be liable for labor charges and other intangible or consequential losses that might be claimed as a result of a failure of any ARB component or part thereof to the extent permitted by state law.

A claim under this warranty should be made as follows:

Contact Air Locker Inc. technical department at 425-264-1391 or via email at tech@arbusa.com to request a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number and instructions for returning the defective component.

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping within the lower 48 United States

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FREE Shipping applies to all products shipped to the lower 48 United States, excluding truck freight items that exceed 100lbs or custom orders.

  • Leaf Springs, Axles, Long Travel Systems, and other products that get shipped on pallets will require specific shipping costs.
  • We do not ship truck-freight items out of the country, only to freight forwarders setup by the buyer.

All other shipping destinations that are available will be calculated at checkout, or you can contact us prior to your purchase.

Shock Surplus ships to the following destinations, and more:

  • All of North America
  • All of Europe
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Australia
  • Most Asian countries

Contact us for a free direct quote to your location.

30-Day Hassle-free Return & Exchange Policy - Stuff Happens!

We sell only brand new, never-installed, authentic, brand-name parts. If your order arrives damaged, is missing hardware, appears used or pre-installed, or is incomplete in any way, we will jump into action to send replacements. We can usually have replacements sent immediately for these rare cases of damaged, incomplete, or incorrect orders.

Shock Surplus allows returns and exchanges inside of a 30-day window starting from time of receipt by the customer. It is our mission to make every transaction smooth, and fix any issues you may encounter.

  • Products must be new, unused, and in uninstalled condition for us to accept a return.
  • We do not accept installed parts, so be sure you have the correct part number(s) before attempting to install them on your vehicle.
  • Returned parts must contain all associated hardware, otherwise that part number will be deducted from your refund.

Exchanges

No restocking fees. Our staff is on hand to make sure that your first purchase is exactly correct for your needs and vehicle, do not hesitate to contact us prior to your purchase through Live Chat or Email.

To start a return or exchange, please fill out THIS FORM (located at the bottom of the page), and be as specific as possible, and someone will be in touch with you in ~1 business day. The typical turnaround for a refund or exchange is 5-10 business days, depending on the complexity of the case. Exchanges are subject to availability of stock; any exchanges proving out of stock will be refunded to the customer.

Return Shipping Costs

We are available to make every transaction flawless for our customers, the Shock Surplus staff is available to guarantee fitment on every part we sell. Shipping costs responsibility are as follows:

  • Misboxed Item - Shock Surplus Responsibility
  • Incorrect Item Sent - Shock Surplus Responsibility
  • Incorrect Item Ordered - Customer Responsibility
  • Order Error (Address, Vehicle Fitment) - Customer Responsibility
  • Changed Mind - Customer Responsibility
  • Damaged in Transit - Shock Surplus Responsibility

Start Your Return Process

Returns Under Customer's Responsibility

  • Below 50lbs - $15 flat rate deducted from the refund. Shock Surplus will provide a shipping label to make this process as easy as possible.
  • Greater than 50lbs - Discounted shipping rates to get the product(s) back to Shock Surplus, that amount will be deducted from the refund. 50lb+ packages are automatically labeled 'Oversize' by our couriers, and automatically incur a $25 charge on top of the shipping fee.

Returns Under Shock Surplus' Responsibility

  • Free, we will provide a return shipping label and ship the replacement parts for free. If a refund is preferred, a full refund will occur.

Refunds

You should expect to receive your refund within 5-7 business days of our warehouse receiving your return. The amount of time it takes for your refund to show up in your account varies by payment method, but typically takes 1-3 business days. You will also receive a message confirming the refund via the marketplace where the purchase happened. We wish we could speed up the process of funds reaching your payment method following a refund, but it is out of our hands.

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account (top right corner of the screen), view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu, and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item. You can also contact contact us for any return requests.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page.

International Orders

  • Orders are final, no returns
  • Orders shipped to a freight forwarder in the US, are eligible for return if the product has not left the United States.
  • It is the responsibility of the buyer and exporter to ensure correct items received before exporting. Shock Surplus is not responsible for items received once the freight forwarder has shipped the product.
  • The buyer is responsible for import fees and taxes into their country. That is not covered in the shipping fee that Shock Surplus charges.