I finally had time to install the new OME MT64 suspension over a long lunch yesterday and I’m very impressed so far.
What was installed:
OME MT64 front shocks (MT64901019) with OME 4010 coils and ARB top mounts. Set at 3rd circlip from lowest setting.
OME MT64 rear shocks (MT64601017, medium load) with OME 2720 progressive coils.
OME Upper Control Arms
New sway bar bushings, arms, and links front and rear.
(Tires are 285/65R18 BFG KO3)
The OME front upper control arms give plenty of caster and was able to position the tire to prevent any rubbing. I don’t have much adjustment left in the cams, though.
Camber: -0.1° L&R
Caster: 4.2°L 4.0°R
Toe: 0.11° L&R
In a week or so I’ll put it on the rack again after things settle.
It’s a different truck entirely and I’m very happy with it. I’ll elaborate on this after I’ve driven more than 10 miles.
I might raise the preload one more circlip in the front and add a 10mm spacer to the rear, but I really like how the front feels right now so I’m on the fence about it.
This photo was all I had time to get—more to come.
Edit:
After a few days the majority the settling is done and I’m very happy with the height. It’s a bit taller and it retained some rake, which I like (practical reasons). I’m still thinking of raising it one more circlip position in the front and adding a 10MM spring spacer in the rear.
Edit 2:
The ride quality is essentially perfect for a shock with non-adjustable damping. The ride is more firm, there’s no denying that, but it is in the best way possible. The truck feels MUCH more controlled, evasive maneuvers no longer feel like I’m in a yacht hitting a rogue wave, and the factory feeling of floating on chilled pudding is gone—especially from the rear.
Brake dive is all but gone, body roll is reduced, and sway on the highway and leaning on high-crowned roads is gone. Even with the HEAVY E-load BFGs the wheel movement is very controlled after big hits.
I installed the front coilovers and rear springs first and then drove some potholed roads close by to quickly settle it and the OEM rear shocks had NO chance of keeping up. The OEM shocks are lacking in rebound to begin with, so they are no match for controlling the OME rear spring and heavy BFG tires.
One thing I was pleasantly surprised about is that there is very little difference in ride quality between 30°F and 70°F outdoor temperatures. I’m not sure if the shock oil is just very temperature stable or if the giant piston is a part of that (or a combination of both), but damping seems very consistent with regard to temperature.
—I’ll keep updating this as time goes on—
What was installed:
OME MT64 front shocks (MT64901019) with OME 4010 coils and ARB top mounts. Set at 3rd circlip from lowest setting.
OME MT64 rear shocks (MT64601017, medium load) with OME 2720 progressive coils.
OME Upper Control Arms
New sway bar bushings, arms, and links front and rear.
(Tires are 285/65R18 BFG KO3)
The OME front upper control arms give plenty of caster and was able to position the tire to prevent any rubbing. I don’t have much adjustment left in the cams, though.
Camber: -0.1° L&R
Caster: 4.2°L 4.0°R
Toe: 0.11° L&R
In a week or so I’ll put it on the rack again after things settle.
It’s a different truck entirely and I’m very happy with it. I’ll elaborate on this after I’ve driven more than 10 miles.
I might raise the preload one more circlip in the front and add a 10mm spacer to the rear, but I really like how the front feels right now so I’m on the fence about it.
This photo was all I had time to get—more to come.
Edit:
After a few days the majority the settling is done and I’m very happy with the height. It’s a bit taller and it retained some rake, which I like (practical reasons). I’m still thinking of raising it one more circlip position in the front and adding a 10MM spring spacer in the rear.
Edit 2:
The ride quality is essentially perfect for a shock with non-adjustable damping. The ride is more firm, there’s no denying that, but it is in the best way possible. The truck feels MUCH more controlled, evasive maneuvers no longer feel like I’m in a yacht hitting a rogue wave, and the factory feeling of floating on chilled pudding is gone—especially from the rear.
Brake dive is all but gone, body roll is reduced, and sway on the highway and leaning on high-crowned roads is gone. Even with the HEAVY E-load BFGs the wheel movement is very controlled after big hits.
I installed the front coilovers and rear springs first and then drove some potholed roads close by to quickly settle it and the OEM rear shocks had NO chance of keeping up. The OEM shocks are lacking in rebound to begin with, so they are no match for controlling the OME rear spring and heavy BFG tires.
One thing I was pleasantly surprised about is that there is very little difference in ride quality between 30°F and 70°F outdoor temperatures. I’m not sure if the shock oil is just very temperature stable or if the giant piston is a part of that (or a combination of both), but damping seems very consistent with regard to temperature.
—I’ll keep updating this as time goes on—
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