2500HD Shock Upgrade

[RevMan25]

Hi Everyone, 

 

I am new to this page and was wondering if other HD truck owners might be able to chime in.  Due to a recent surgery I now feel every little bump in my truck that I didn't notice before hand.  After doing a bunch of research myself, it seems as if many people replace their Rancho shocks (I have a Z71package) with Bilstein 5100's - and seem to be happy with the results.  Does anyone here have any experience doing this or something similiar?  What other recommendations would one make to help "smooth" out the ride as much as possible.  I know that it is a large truck and not a Cadillac, but any suggestions would be great.

 

Thanks in advanced.  

[AbzDad]

I swapped out my Ranchos with Bilstein 5100s on my 2500 about a year ago. Much better shock. Ride quality seems better, but definitely not like a 1500 or a Caddy. Are you running stock height? If you turned your torsion bars up to raise the front end, it would make your ride harder. I have had the 5100s on two trucks (1500 and 2500), in my opinion an improvement in ride quality on both.

[RevMan25]

Thanks for the response.  Yes I am running stock height. I ordered a pair of 5100's - hoping to get them on this weekend.  I also lowered the tire pressure to around 55psi all around.  Going to try throwing some sand in the bed as well and hope for the best!