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What is a Vehicle Accessory Interface?

1st December, 2020

The future is here! ARB Pressure Control launched this week and allows you to air up or down your tires using a mobile app. Gone is the tedious guesswork of incrementally inflating and deflating. Instead simply connect, set your desired air pressure, and press a button.  ARB Pressure Control delivers this convenience for its industry-leading compressors, but this new offering is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to accessory control. As you continue to upgrade your rig, let us introduce you to the concept of an accessory interface.  There is a far better option for accessory control than cutting countless switches into your dashboard. Here’s how it compares in five situations.  ... Continue Reading

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Recovery Basics

17th November, 2020

Swap stories with any off-road enthusiasts and tales of muddy or sandy peril are guaranteed to emerge. The risk of getting stuck is wrapped up in the joy of four wheeling and hey, we've all been there. What often separates an uneventful delay from a story-worthy catastrophe is having both proper recovery gear and a working knowledge of recovery techniques.... Continue Reading

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Get Winter Ready

3rd November, 2020

ARB Regional Sales Manager Scott Frary shares his account of a “Most Difficult” trail in the Cascade Mountains that put his preparedness to the test. It pays to be winter ready, even for the most well-equipped and experienced four wheelers. ... Continue Reading

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How To Choose An Old Man Emu Suspension System

27th October, 2020

At the top of every 4WDers modification list, you will find suspension. Old Man Emu offers a complete suspension system tailored to prioritize ride quality and control while accounting for the style of driving, type of terrain, and the amount of weight carried in those situations. This approach can be calibrated to suit each vehicle without the sacrifices of one-size-fits-all lift kits.... Continue Reading

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Bring Your “A” Game

20th October, 2020

When disengaging your Air Locker, always remember that the teeth of the locking mechanism cannot disengage while under torque. Even with the switch disengaged, you may need to release the torque on your axle by rolling your vehicle forward or backward slightly before the locking mechanism will unlock.... Continue Reading

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BP-51 Compression and Rebound

12th October, 2020

BP-51 is considered to be one of the most advanced shock absorbers on the market. Designed in house by ARB’s Old Man Emu ride control engineers BP-51 features an internal bypass with a 51mm bore (hence its name). BP-51 sets itself apart due to its clever, adjustable internal bypass position-sensitive technology. BP-51 offers adjustable spring preload along with adjustable compression and rebound damping.... Continue Reading

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How-To Adjust BP-51 Preload

5th October, 2020

The BP-51 range of high-performance, bypass coilovers,  and shock absorbers is the result of an exhaustive development process aimed at delivering the ultimate experience in both comfort and control. Designed, developed, and tested entirely in-house by ARB’s team of Old Man Emu ride control engineers, BP-51 coilovers and shock absorbers are vehicle-specific and utilize existing mounting locations to provide easy installation without the need for additional vehicle modification.... Continue Reading

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