Bilstein question-5100's or B6?
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Bilstein question-5100's or B6?
OK, its time to replace shocks. I've narrowed it down to the Bilstiens, but I'm not sure which model to get. Do any of you guys have experience with one or both? Is there a performance differnce between the two?Iis the 5100 the same as the B6 just a lil longer?
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Is your 2003 F250 at stock height or does it have a lift kit? The B6 (or HD) is available for stock suspsensions. The 5100 is available for lifted suspensions (2"-6").
BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
http://www.bilsteinus.com/uploads/tx...uide308_02.pdf
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BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
http://www.bilsteinus.com/uploads/tx...uide308_02.pdf
B6 (HD) HEAVY DUTY
Bilstein B6 Heavy Duty gas pressure shocks and struts are the ideal choice for most vehicles, including full-size sedans, SUVs and trucks.
These shocks provide improved handling and stability, without sacrificing ride comfort. They offer super damping ability that makes them
ideal for the driver who demands superior performance, while maintaining an exceptional street ride. (Painted Finish)These shocks provide improved handling and stability, without sacrificing ride comfort. They offer super damping ability that makes them
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F-250 (includes fx4, non-utility)
05-10 B6 (HD) 24-186674 24-185981
99-04 B6 (HD) 33-185330 33-1853475100 SERIES
Bilstein 5100 Series Shock Absorbers are high gas pressure monotube shocks designed specifically for lifted pickups, SUVs and Jeeps. The
shocks feature a 46mm digressive piston with self-adjusting deflective disc valving. They offer super damping ability that makes them ideal for
heavy hauling or occasional off-road use, while maintaining an exceptional street ride. (zinc-plated steel body, Triple-C-Technology® coating)shocks feature a 46mm digressive piston with self-adjusting deflective disc valving. They offer super damping ability that makes them ideal for
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99-04 2-2.5" 0-1" 33-187297 5100 Series 2 24-186025 5100 Series 2
4-6" 2-4" 33-185545 5100 Series 24-062466 5100 Series 299-04 2-2.5" 0-1" 33-187297 5100 Series 2 24-186025 5100 Series 2
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These are not the same shocks. The HD's are the basic model but are excellent shocks. The 5100's are off-road models and have a stiffer compression.
Here are the details for the HD shocks.
BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
If you’re looking for suspension performance, the BILSTEIN B6 Series shock absorber is the best solution to improve your Truck or SUV’s ride. Unbelievable control, precise handling, ultimate performance and incredible comfort. You'll soon discover there is, quite literally, nothing like it.
The product benefits at a glance:
Here are the details for the 5100 shocks.
5100 Series Shocks
5100 Series Shock Absorbers
The 5100 Series offers traditional Bilstein technology with applications for lifted trucks, Jeeps and prerunners. 5100 Series shocks feature Bilstein's superior single tube high gas pressure design for the upmost in consistent fade-free performance and long life.
The product benefits at a glance:
Here are the details for the HD shocks.
BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
BILSTEIN B6 - HD Light Truck/SUV
If you’re looking for suspension performance, the BILSTEIN B6 Series shock absorber is the best solution to improve your Truck or SUV’s ride. Unbelievable control, precise handling, ultimate performance and incredible comfort. You'll soon discover there is, quite literally, nothing like it.
The product benefits at a glance:
- Monotube gas pressure construction
- Improved ride and handling
- Added traction and enhanced stability
- Increased performance, even when hauling or towing heavy loads.
- Road-tested and fine-tuned by BILSTEIN for each vehicle specific application.
Here are the details for the 5100 shocks.
5100 Series Shocks
5100 Series Shock Absorbers
The 5100 Series offers traditional Bilstein technology with applications for lifted trucks, Jeeps and prerunners. 5100 Series shocks feature Bilstein's superior single tube high gas pressure design for the upmost in consistent fade-free performance and long life.
The product benefits at a glance:
- Monotube gas pressure construction
- Self-Adjusting Deflecting Disc Valving
- High-Flow Piston Reduces Harshness
- Independent Rebound & Compression Tuning
- Larger Working Piston Area for Exact Damping
- Superior Control for Large Diameter Tires
- Designed for specific manufacturer lift kits utilizing the stock O.E.M. mounting configuration.
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I just ordered the Bilsteins HD. I think I spent less time thinking of a name for my kid when she born then deciding what brand to get. I got them from Tire Rack.com.
Regarding installing them, what are the chances of snapping/ wrecking any bolts? I plan on soaking them with PB Blaster a few days before but wondering if the use of air wrenches would be too much. Dumb question probably but I'm working with two ripped rotor cuffs and kind of limited of cranking power. The truck has 62k on it.
12/4. update: I put my HD's on and a big difference in ride. The front ones are a pain with the stem as I read. The drivers side just wouldn't loosen anymore and had the nut half way up. I gave it more Blaster spray and got out the sawzall and hooked it up. I gave it one more crank to see if it loosened it up before cutting. I ended up snapping the rod. I thought I won't be needing the saw now. Too bad the other side didn't do it. With 62k on them they were easily compressed too
Regarding installing them, what are the chances of snapping/ wrecking any bolts? I plan on soaking them with PB Blaster a few days before but wondering if the use of air wrenches would be too much. Dumb question probably but I'm working with two ripped rotor cuffs and kind of limited of cranking power. The truck has 62k on it.
12/4. update: I put my HD's on and a big difference in ride. The front ones are a pain with the stem as I read. The drivers side just wouldn't loosen anymore and had the nut half way up. I gave it more Blaster spray and got out the sawzall and hooked it up. I gave it one more crank to see if it loosened it up before cutting. I ended up snapping the rod. I thought I won't be needing the saw now. Too bad the other side didn't do it. With 62k on them they were easily compressed too
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I have a question about the 5100's for those of you that know. I have 2009 F250 4X4 stock height, camper package. The 5100's are suppose to be for lifted trucks. They have a rear 5100 that is for "0-1" of lift, so this one should fit the rear of my truck no problem. Now for the front. My truck sits level from the factory due to the 4X4. Without 4x4 the front coils are 12.5 inches. With 4X4 the front coils are 14.7 inches. So this is a gain in height of 2.2 inches which pretty much levels the truck.
So heres the question with having 4X4 and the 2.2 inches higher than stock 4X2. Would the front 5100 applications fit. Or are they saying that you still need to lift. The Bilstein recommended height for the front is 2.25. I think I would be fine, just wanted to get someother opinions.
Sorry if this is hijacking someone's thread. Just did not want to start a new thread on the 5100's since there are alot. But none answered this specific question.
So heres the question with having 4X4 and the 2.2 inches higher than stock 4X2. Would the front 5100 applications fit. Or are they saying that you still need to lift. The Bilstein recommended height for the front is 2.25. I think I would be fine, just wanted to get someother opinions.
Sorry if this is hijacking someone's thread. Just did not want to start a new thread on the 5100's since there are alot. But none answered this specific question.
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