How do you like your bilstein 5100 shocks

Duramax19 · 01-01-2013, 05:19 PM

I am looking for some new shocks for my truck since it has about 100k miles. I have read all over the bilstein 5100 are one of the best but was their a noticable improvement from stock or is it just better. I don't want to waste my money on a little improvement. I want to see a consideral amount of improvement in my truck. Thanks for any imput. I plan on contigo upper controll arms too.

**alex17young** · 01-01-2013, 05:39 PM

I'm lowered a couple inches, I like mine. The ones I have are designed for stock up to 3 inches of lift and they still ride pretty decent.
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dan.dmfm · 01-01-2013, 06:12 PM

I'm running both. The UCA's helped a lot with alignment issues and the shocks handle very well. However they're a little stiffer than stock, so if want it to ride like a caddy you might want to try something else.

Duramax19 · 01-01-2013, 06:14 PM

what would be better then for creating a nice ride? I don't want to drop money for a stiffer ride.

**lutzjk913** · 01-01-2013, 06:17 PM

I have seen alot of people talking about the ranchos.

NEDuramax · 01-01-2013, 06:20 PM

My brother just installed the monroe reflex on his lb7 n loves em. Im in the market so subd lol

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baconstruction · 01-01-2013, 06:23 PM

its hard for me to say for sure because my shocks where not that great when I bought it. I put the bilsteins on and it was a great ride. I bought them because of what i read about the longevity of them. the ride is great and i know that they will last a long time. even though they were not cheap I would buy them again. Also if you want a smoother ride lower your tire pres to the tires limit.

**rms** · 01-01-2013, 10:00 PM

My 5100's have been great. Just ordered the Bilstein steering dampener last week.

jacobdewey · 01-01-2013, 10:11 PM

I have worn out shocks on my front end and ordered the 5100's a couple of days ago. When I hit a rolling bump that compresses my front suspension, I will bounce forever, and it is really annoying. I'll post up after I get them put on and tell you how it works out. I agree about the tire pressure for "chattery" bumps. I run toyo mt's on my lly and when the shop put them on they had them aired up to 60 lbs! I run them at 35lbs and it makes a world of difference. It also kills my mileage having them that low. lol...worth it.

HD Dmax Machine · 01-02-2013, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duramax19

what would be better then for creating a nice ride? I don't want to drop money for a stiffer ride.

For a softer ride then the Bilstein 5100, Id go with the Rancho RS9000XL. The Bilstein 5100 ride nice. Iv owned the Rancho RS9000XL & adjusting the firm level was nice until the dial started sticking & couldnt move it. Plus they didnt last long compared to my Bilstein 4600.

Bilstein 5100 are are not as firm as the Bilstein 4600 (HD) series.
Bilstiens are mono tube shocks & The Rancho RS9000XL (I believe) are twin tube.

01-01-2013, 05:19 PM	eBay Motors #1 (permalink)
Duramax19 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Connersville IN Posts: 762	How do you like your bilstein 5100 shocks I am looking for some new shocks for my truck since it has about 100k miles. I have read all over the bilstein 5100 are one of the best but was their a noticable improvement from stock or is it just better. I don't want to waste my money on a little improvement. I want to see a consideral amount of improvement in my truck. Thanks for any imput. I plan on contigo upper controll arms too. __________________ 20" xd wheels 33" nitto terra graplers 5" turbo back exhaust EFI live tuning by Danvilleperformance Alligator performance resonator plug Edge CTS Insight ATS Co-pilot PPE deep trans pan Alligator performance tranny cooler lines Garret 4094avnt Pro-fab downpipe

01-01-2013, 05:39 PM	eBay Motors #2 (permalink)
alex17young Duramax Lifetime Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Chambersburg, PA Posts: 210	I'm lowered a couple inches, I like mine. The ones I have are designed for stock up to 3 inches of lift and they still ride pretty decent. Sent from my PC36100 using AutoGuide.Com Free App __________________ 2007 LMM CCSB, EFI Live tuned by ATP, 5" MBRP w/ 3" DP, Airdog II 165, EGR blocked, PCV rerouted, t-bar bolts removed, Bilstein 5100's, Kryptonite centerlink and tie rods, Cognito pit/idler brace kit, Energy sway bar end links, homemade traction bars. 1981 VW Rabbit, 1.6D, Garrett snail hanging off the back, 5 speed

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dan.dmfm Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Goldsboro, NC Posts: 38	I'm running both. The UCA's helped a lot with alignment issues and the shocks handle very well. However they're a little stiffer than stock, so if want it to ride like a caddy you might want to try something else. __________________ 2003 CCSB GMC SIERRA 2500HD 4" MBRP turbo back exhaust, K&N CAI, EFI DSP5 Bobo tuned, AD 165, PPE BIV, Pro Fab turbo horn, Boost and EGT gauges, 2.5" Ready Lift leveling kit and tie rod sleeves, 305-65 M/T ATZ's on 17" XD Spy's.

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Duramax19 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Connersville IN Posts: 762	what would be better then for creating a nice ride? I don't want to drop money for a stiffer ride. __________________ 20" xd wheels 33" nitto terra graplers 5" turbo back exhaust EFI live tuning by Danvilleperformance Alligator performance resonator plug Edge CTS Insight ATS Co-pilot PPE deep trans pan Alligator performance tranny cooler lines Garret 4094avnt Pro-fab downpipe

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lutzjk913 Meyer Performance Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: groveport, ohio Posts: 4,917	I have seen alot of people talking about the ranchos. __________________ Joe 2008 CCLB LT2 DURAMAX LMM was once stock Special thanks to Tyler @ www.MeyerPerformance.com 812-344-4421

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NEDuramax Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Nebraska Posts: 177	My brother just installed the monroe reflex on his lb7 n loves em. Im in the market so subd lol Sent from my DROID RAZR using AutoGuide.Com Free App __________________ ____________________________________ ~2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD CCSB SLT 4x4~ EFI Live DSP5 by Idaho RobEdge Insight CTS/Diamond Eye Downpipe/4" Duals (Husker Diesel)Nicktane Filter AdaptorLBZ intake/mouthpieceAll emissions bs GONE

01-01-2013, 06:23 PM	eBay Motors #7 (permalink)
baconstruction Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: madison wi Posts: 306	its hard for me to say for sure because my shocks where not that great when I bought it. I put the bilsteins on and it was a great ride. I bought them because of what i read about the longevity of them. the ride is great and i know that they will last a long time. even though they were not cheap I would buy them again. Also if you want a smoother ride lower your tire pres to the tires limit. __________________ 05 lly cc, afe turbo inlet, blocker plate, efi dsp5 by nick (duramaxtuner.com)

01-01-2013, 10:00 PM	eBay Motors #8 (permalink)
rms Duramax Lifetime Supporter Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,333	My 5100's have been great. Just ordered the Bilstein steering dampener last week. __________________ 2007 LBZ 4x4 regular cab S & B Intake - Diablo Predator 285/75/16 Cooper ATP's - 8' Bedslide Amp Steps - Bilsteins - Fumoto

01-01-2013, 10:11 PM	eBay Motors #9 (permalink)
jacobdewey DuramaxForum Veteran Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,390	I have worn out shocks on my front end and ordered the 5100's a couple of days ago. When I hit a rolling bump that compresses my front suspension, I will bounce forever, and it is really annoying. I'll post up after I get them put on and tell you how it works out. I agree about the tire pressure for "chattery" bumps. I run toyo mt's on my lly and when the shop put them on they had them aired up to 60 lbs! I run them at 35lbs and it makes a world of difference. It also kills my mileage having them that low. lol...worth it.

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