SULASTIC SHACKLES

[moreiraricardo84]

Anyone purchase these yet? I was gonna replace all the oem shocks to get a smoother ride on my 2011 GMC SIERRA 2500HD. But I think I should purchase these new shackles first, then the shocks. Also I don't know which shocks to get, Bilstein 5100 or Rancho 9000XL for a smoother ride?

 

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[davester]

I would expect the shocks will make a bigger difference [assuming the old shocks are worn out] over the shackles.

 

I picked the RS9000XL's for my '04 Sierra 3500 over the 5100's because:

-they weren't that much more expensive

-they were adjustable

 

My truck rode really hard with the old shocks, and now, it rides much better. Initially, I had both the front and the back set to 1 (the lowest setting), but the front was kind of bouncy, dialed the fronts to 5, bounce is once and done.

 

With the Bilsteins, even though a lot of people like them for their truck, it amounted to:

-you like them

-you don't and have to live with them [as they are used and most places don't take returns on used parts]

[davester]

Just to follow up, I haven't and don't expect to change the settings on the shocks, maybe down the road when the shocks get a bit worn and dialing them up a bit to get them working better.

[MORSNO]

Something to consider if you live in a rust belt area, the dial on the Ranchos will rust up. Also, instead of Bilstein 5100's have you looked at the 4600's? Many guys who carry heavy campers prefer them over the 5100.

[moreiraricardo84]

I don't carry anything heavy, I just commute and want a softer ride. Are the 4600's softer?

 

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[sdeeter19555]

The Sulastics are similar to the old Velvet Rides made by BF Goodrich back in the day. They make a BIG difference in ride...pricey, but worth it if you intend to keep the truck a while.

 

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[sdeeter19555]

5100s made a pretty decent improvement in mine over factory.

 

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[Chevyguy27]

I did the 4600 on my 2500 and I must say the ride is a hell of a lot better from what I heard though the 5100 are mostly for vehicles that are lifted. Hope that helps a little

[moreiraricardo84]

I do have a leveling kit and I picked up a set of 5100's today from 4wheelparts and will be installing them tomorrow hopefully, thx.

 

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[moreiraricardo84]

Front shocks were shot. I compressed both shocks and never came back out. 5100's feel great!

 

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