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Mikesr's avatar
Mikesr
Explorer
May 11, 2017

Bilstein Suggestions Please

Thinking about upgrading my original stock shocks to Bilstein shocks.
2005 Silverado 2500HD with the tow package and 6.0 gas engine
Any suggestions? And where to order online for the best price,
Thanks
  • I bought my 4600s from Amazon and I don't know if the price was good or not. It is getting so I just go to AMZN and get it over with. Delivery was fast. Getting lazy I guess.
  • RAS43's avatar
    RAS43
    Explorer III
    Bilstein are gas shocks. I also bought the steering damper as I figured if the suspension shocks were getting bad so was the steering shock. Truck rides much better then stock.
    I paid $356 for all of them from 4 Wheel Parts on line.
  • Another question...
    The Amazon site also shows "people who bought the 4600 also bought" a steering damper... Necessary purchase???
    Price for 4 4600s was $282 and change...
  • Was just about to post a Bilstein thread.
    So the 4600 is what is needed on my 2500hd with NO lift, not the 5100.....?
    Other than maybe $50, what is the difference in that shock and a gas shock?
    I am looking to order mine from Amazon Prime. The 5100 front is $68 and change and the rear is $80 and change. Will be looking to see if the 4600 is less.
    Will keep an eye on this thread.