Bilstein shocks thread

nadrojcote · June 13, 2015

The Tacoma 6112's are priced at 1100 bucks canadian per shock... If that is any representation of what the gm ones will be, I think ill opt out even know they will be a huge upgrade. Anyone have another other pricing they have seen?

really? I thought it was for the pair. Damn that's a lot.

Edit. Ya it is for the pair. $1050

http://www.bilsteincanada.com/product_info.php?cPath=306_3992_16118_16119&products_id=4151

Edited June 13, 2015 by projectsummit

boone9 · June 14, 2015

really? I thought it was for the pair. Damn that's a lot.

Edit. Ya it is for the pair. $1050

http://www.bilsteincanada.com/product_info.php?cPath=306_3992_16118_16119&products_id=4151

Go to check out. That is for each one. price is 2099 for both. I bought my rear 5100 from this site

nadrojcote · June 14, 2015

Go to check out. That is for each one. price is 2099 for both. I bought my rear 5100 from this site

5100's are sold separately. If you read the description it says the kit comes with two shocks and two coils. $759 USD for both as well on wheelers.

https://wheelersoffroad.com/product/bilstein-355720/bilstein-6112-height-adjustable-front-strut-set-2/

Edited June 14, 2015 by projectsummit

June 24, 2015

I have a question, can these only be used on a lifted truck? I have a 4X4 CC with stock 17" wheels.

Thanks!

WendysOrBust · June 24, 2015

I have a question, can these only be used on a lifted truck? I have a 4X4 CC with stock 17" wheels.

Thanks!

The 5100's are designed to be used on a stock truck. The front struts have adjustable spring perches which allow you to lift the truck up to 1.8" which is basically level.

The rears can be used on a truck up to 1" higher than stock. If you are higher than that you can still use 5100's, it's just a different part number.

June 24, 2015

The 5100's are designed to be used on a stock truck. The front struts have adjustable spring perches which allow you to lift the truck up to 1.8" which is basically level.

The rears can be used on a truck up to 1" higher than stock. If you are higher than that you can still use 5100's, it's just a different part number.

So you basically get a level and smoother ride?

nadrojcote · June 24, 2015

At highest setting it definitely won't be smoother. Some people find it harsh and end up lowering it to the second highest.

15slvrado · June 27, 2015

I've only had my truck for about 30 days but I am ready to level this thing. I feel like grandpa riding down the road. Any clue when the 6112 will be available. I can hold out a few more months especially if this will be smoother at the highest setting. Also would you just do 5100 on the rear?

ncorry · June 29, 2015

Brand new GMC Z71 waiting for me to pick up in about an hour. Want it leveled. I had 5100s in my last two Tundras, and the ride was so-so. What is the consensus- a 2" RC leveling kit or the 5100s on high setting?

nadrojcote · June 29, 2015

Brand new GMC Z71 waiting for me to pick up in about an hour. Want it leveled. I had 5100s in my last two Tundras, and the ride was so-so. What is the consensus- a 2" RC leveling kit or the 5100s on high setting?

you would need a diff drop and upper control arms.

ncorry · June 29, 2015

you would need a diff drop and upper control arms.

For the 5100s, the RC 2" kit, or both? To be clear, I'm only looking to raise the front up about 1.5" to 2.0", and planning on doing one or the other.

nadrojcote · June 29, 2015

Sorry I thought you said and not or. 5100's won't make you perfectly level and ride pretty stiff at max setting. Most guys have liked the level blocks. I personally didn't and have rancho quicklifts.

WendysOrBust · June 29, 2015

Just fyi, I placed my order for the 5100's with Suspension Connection back in June 20th with an expected re-stocking date of June 24th and the fronts are still on national back order. They gave me an estimated date of July 31st. So I MIGHT be able to get these installed mid August. :/

Edited June 29, 2015 by WendysOrBust

nando87 · June 29, 2015

I just ordered last week my Pro Comp Pro Runner shocks that are suppose to be very similar to the 5100's, only difference being it has only 2 height settings vs. 3 for the 5100.

Plus they are running a crazy deal right now with a rebate so I couldn't pass it up, they should arrive tomorrow.

I'll get the rears installed asap but the fronts will probably wait a little bit due to it being way to hot here and me being lazy.