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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 10:29 AM
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I know that everyone uses Bilstein but how do they compair to procomp.I need to get some shocks but the Bilsteins will take 4-6 weeks to get here and 4 wheel parts has procomp shocks that will fit my truck right now.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 10:35 AM
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I would wait for the Bilsteins. I like them on my truck, not often can I feel a ride difference but I did with them.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 11:03 AM
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I put some Bilsteins on my truck last week and it is a day and night difference! I would go for the Bilsteins!
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 12:04 PM
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Got a set a few weeks ago. (Bilsteins) Really hard to imagine getting a better ride in a truck as heavy as ours.

It is my understanding that the valving in these shocks is designed specifically for the superduty. Many other shock manufacturers have the same valving set ups without regard for different vehicle characteristics.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 07:30 PM
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Yes.... but do the Bilsteins hold up as an off road shock ! I know a lot of guys love the ride... but are they tough enough ??????? Thats my big question !
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 07:48 PM
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Where are you checking that you have to wait for Bilsteins? I got mine within 5 days from Bilstein - KYB - Rancho - Monroe - Edelbrock Automotive Truck Shocks and Struts - Shockwarehouse.com
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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Yes.... but do the Bilsteins hold up as an off road shock ! I know a lot of guys love the ride... but are they tough enough ??????? Thats my big question !
Ummm, mine didn't, but that is after 3-4 years of use. They will however, replace them for free, I'm just trying to figure out what I would do while there in the mail. I would recommend them though, they really smoothed out my truck.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 08:18 PM
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Originally Posted by jdecker88
Where are you checking that you have to wait for Bilsteins? I got mine within 5 days from Bilstein - KYB - Rancho - Monroe - Edelbrock Automotive Truck Shocks and Struts - Shockwarehouse.com
Could be a delay because he's surrounded by saltwater?
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:07 PM
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here is a amazing proof that these shocks can take a lickin and keep tickin.. short vid enjoy this is me in Delle Utah jumpin my 350

YouTube - Donnys f-350 jumpin

i have the 5150 series.. would do it again with the 5100 series in a heart beat...
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Donny_D
here is a amazing proof that these shocks can take a lickin and keep tickin.. short vid enjoy this is me in Delle Utah jumpin my 350

YouTube - Donnys f-350 jumpin

i have the 5150 series.. would do it again with the 5100 series in a heart beat...
Nice video. I love em, 5100's.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:53 PM
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Thanks guys i think I'll wait for the Bilsteins and yes it gets here on a boat.
 
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Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:54 PM
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