Shocks for Silverado

[GM Joe]

I noticed that the OEM shocks on my Silverado got a little soft and bouncy.

And there’s very pronounced feathering on the outside treads of the both front tires that might be caused by poor suspension system.

So, I’ve been searching for new shocks, reading some guides: https://4wdlife.com/shocks-for-silverado-1500

But I don’t think I can make the right choice based solely on a guide. I want to hear your opinions, guys. What shocks can you recommend?

[DominatorZ71]

9 hours ago, GM Joe said:

I noticed that the OEM shocks on my Silverado got a little soft and bouncy.

And there’s very pronounced feathering on the outside treads of the both front tires that might be caused by poor suspension system.

So, I’ve been searching for new shocks, reading some guides: https://4wdlife.com/shocks-for-silverado-1500

But I don’t think I can make the right choice based solely on a guide. I want to hear your opinions, guys. What shocks can you recommend?

Bilstein 5100s. Also this threw me off.

[Jacoby]

Bilsteins are overrated and will ride rougher.  If your truck is stock then any aftermarket shock will work from Monroes to Bilsteins.  Boils down to what do you want to pay

[HeySkippyDog]

Bilsteins are overrated and will ride rougher.  If your truck is stock then any aftermarket shock will work from Monroes to Bilsteins.  Boils down to what do you want to pay

They're definitely overrated. Some Autozone Duralast gas shocks will work GREAT!

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[HeySkippyDog]

In all seriousness, Bilstein shocks are NOT overrated, you absolutely will get what you pay for. 5100s are not the only option, Bilstein offers others that will fit your truck. I would not take the "Eh" approach and buy any old shock for it. If you do, you'll regret it. If you liked your factory new shock, get some of those. Just read into what you buy and make sure that you buy what you will like. These trucks are not cheap, and "Eh, get Monroes" is not just bad advice, it's damn terrible.

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[HeySkippyDog]

Sometimes I hate this forum for the crap that gets spewed across it, and this is one of those times.

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[Donstar]

9 hours ago, HeySkippyDog said:

Sometimes I hate this forum for the crap that gets spewed across it, and this is one of those times.

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You've made most of the comments on this thread! ;-)   You're right that there is some crap from time to time but rarely a need to get upset.  I suspect Op is trying to provoke a brand debate on this and possibly other (RAM) forums.

[Darmichar]

9 hours ago, Donstar said:

You've made most of the comments on this thread! ;-)   You're right that there is some crap from time to time but rarely a need to get upset.  I suspect Op is trying to provoke a brand debate on this and possibly other (RAM) forums.

My money is on him pumping the website he linked in his first post...

[diyer2]

When my truck needs shocks I will replace the front coil springs also.

Why not?

They will loose some tension from age.

I will decide at that time to get a shock and coil spring set up for the front.

Nothing wrong with Gabriel or Monroes for a stock truck.

[GM Joe]

On 7/15/2019 at 4:11 PM, DominatorZ71 said:

Also this threw me off.

It was a typo