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hpd562

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hpd562 Enthusiast

hpd562

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Every thread Ive read focuses on the front suspension. While I will get to replacing my front shocks, it won't be for several months. I would like to replace my POS Ranchos on the rear in the next couple weeks. I'm one of the few that doesn't have a leveling kit, or lift, nor do I want one. So as far as stock height rear shocks who has what? Something that rides better than stock but not super soft and slow.

 

I've looked into Fox 2.0s and the Bilstein options but am torn.

Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

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I'd like new rears too. Hate how sloppy the rear feels with what is on there now.

 

I'm stock in the rear, 2" RC level up front.

 

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Bigmac Enthusiast

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Just ordered rear 4600 Bilsteins for my Z71 Silverado. Will put them on this weekend if time. Mine is also stock in all ways

hpd562 Enthusiast

hpd562

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I have 4600's on the rear and am very happy. 4600's up front too with a 1" lift block.

Did you have Ranchos on prior to the 4600s? Good improvement in ride quality?

schmolf4 Enthusiast

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I just put bilstein 5100's on the back of my '15 Sierra, I think it rides 100% better than those crappy ranchos, I went with the 5100's because I tow a 5000lb camper and need soemthing a bit more stable than the factory ranchos

Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

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4600 vs 5100, what's the diff?

 

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KLRV6 Enthusiast

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4600 vs 5100, what's the diff?

 

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The 4600 is for stock height 5100 series is adjustable in height. I have a set of 4600 series on the way and will install in a week or two. I had a factory rear go bad @9800 miles and was painful to drive in the winter. It's almost like the oil wouldn't flow at low temperatures.

Rawyzf Senior Enthusiast

Rawyzf

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The 4600 is for stock height 5100 series is adjustable in height. I have a set of 4600 series on the way and will install in a week or two. I had a factory rear go bad @9800 miles and was painful to drive in the winter. It's almost like the oil wouldn't flow at low temperatures.

Thanks. So since I factory height in the rear, I should go with 4600?

 

The 5100 isn't adjustable in the rear is it? Front only I thought.

 

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KLRV6 Enthusiast

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Where did you find them for the best price?

 

I see $86 with Amazon Prime.

 

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Bilstein 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Left/Right Front Shock Absorber

Item# 24-238281

$94.00 USD

2

$188.00 USD

Bilstein 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Left/Right Rear Shock Absorber

Item# 24-238298

$79.00 USD

2

$158.00 USD

eshocks.com I had a hard time finding a place that both front and back at a reasonable price. Most were low for one and high for the other.
Zachlovesfood Enthusiast

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I got the Bilstein 5100 in the rear first, and saw an immediate improvement it overall handling like turns and speed bumps. I quickly got the fronts to match, used at the top setting, and am 100% satisfied.

The rear Bilstein 5100 are NOT adjustable, but are made to accommodate a rear block that's between stock (1.25") and an additional inch (2.25" block).

Hope that helps!

 

 

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