Shock absorbers Bilstein / Liftkit

[JP20TB]

This is what I thought. Thanks for the info! How do you like the 5100’s in the front with the original coils?

Much better that factory ranchos .. feels solid and more grounded .. I have an after market Fab Four bumper with winch that added some weight so maybe I can add a 1/4 inch of height with the 5100’s .. but I may not it’s good to have that option. You will be happy with them .. good for what most of us will ever need.

 

[zh02]

Much better that factory ranchos .. feels solid and more grounded .. I have an after market Fab Four bumper with winch that added some weight so maybe I can add a 1/4 inch of height with the 5100’s .. but I may not it’s good to have that option. You will be happy with them .. good for what most of us will ever need.

Sweet. Thanks a ton. Definitely looking to go this route. Appreciate the insight

 

[Stormin08]

hey there, I did see your reply on my post. I responded with a few questions but didn’t hear anything back. These animations are great info

awesome, i didnt see any responses to that thread...

my next question would be this...you mention the 5100's, WHAT IS YOUR END GOAL...this can really determine whether or not you will be happy with your selection.

the 5100 is great option, but many do comment that it feels stiff and somewhat (harsh) for daily ride quality. I really think far to many people expect a truck to ride like a Buick 225. Can it, YES...i can adjust mine to be so soft it feels very floaty. IT is soft and ride is PLUSH, but you feel more tired from all the movement.

there are a few great options to look at, if possible try to find trucks with something you like and ride in it first.

 

[zh02]

awesome, i didnt see any responses to that thread...

my next question would be this...you mention the 5100's, WHAT IS YOUR END GOAL...this can really determine whether or not you will be happy with your selection.

the 5100 is great option, but many do comment that it feels stiff and somewhat (harsh) for daily ride quality. I really think far to many people expect a truck to ride like a Buick 225. Can it, YES...i can adjust mine to be so soft it feels very floaty. IT is soft and ride is PLUSH, but you feel more tired from all the movement.

there are a few great options to look at, if possible try to find trucks with something you like and ride in it first.

Yeah, my end goal is get rid of the boaty feeling you get with Ranchos while keeping my readylift and 35’s. Every time I take a turn, hit a bump, I feel like I’m going to flip or the whole rear end is jumping. I have a jeep for my off-roading. My truck is used as a daily driver, towing a boat, hauling gear, etc.

 

[Stormin08]

the 5100 being an option, could be a little firmer feel. the Eibach have good feed back for a well rounded feel, I think the Fox 2.0's have a great feel...all depends on what your after.

the 4600 Yellow Bilstein's were standard issue of the 90's Z71's and were 100% better than the ranchos. those would probably allow for you end desires as well...and are a better warranty (used to be considered OE replacements..STOCK SHOCK), where as the 5100 is a OFFROAD shock with LIMITED warranty...