Great info!! thanks!

 

This needs to be a sticky.

 

I'll update as people tell me new info.


Updated 13 March 2009 - Added Bilstein Shocks

 

FWIW: I'm using the Bilstein F4-BE5-D935-HOs on the rear with 1.5" lift and no issues.

 

Flexed it out all the way?

 

Not even close. I'm going to try and find the compressed/extended specs on these shocks.

 

Cool.

 

Updated. Thanks to ssgjurista for calling Bilstein.

 

Im not 100% on these, but by length alone I think theyd work. For those not wanting the butt ugly (im sorry but true) blue/yellow bilstein HDs, these are the zinc/black 5100 series shocks.

F4-BE5-6248-H5 - ext.-25.93, comp.-15.91, travel-10.17
F4-BE5-A463-H6 - ext.-24.35, comp.-15.11, travel-9.24
F4-BE5-6253-H5 - ext.-22.5, comp.-14.06, travel-8.6

 

Do these shocks have the right mounts on them?

 

im never good with the shock figuring i need shocks for the rear i have the the 2" AAL which ones do i need 5325 or 5190 ???..... sorry for the dumb question.... ohh and the JCW screwed up on my other shocks backorder...... :disgust:

 

i have monroe AIRSHOCKS in the rear from a s10 . perfect fit.

 

quick question
if i have a z85 2wd. and want to put on an aal or a shackle i can use stock z71 shock on rear and be fine?


also if i have z85 2wd. and want to put aal and shackle i can use stock z71 with smaxx 1 or 1.5 inch shock spacer?



is there any difference in the specs of a z85 shock and a z71 shock other then the height?

 

New info from Bilstein...

I’m looking all over for B46-1819-H0, but only seem to find B46-1819-H2 are they the exact same shock just a newer version?

Thanks
John


Hi,

The -Hx refers to a small change in the hardware included with the shock. It's a very minor change, such as changing the color of the boot. It has nothing to do with the shock internals or design of the shock.

Bilstein has actually changed to an entirely new part numbering system that does not use the -Hx suffix. That B46-1819 number still works in a lot of places but the new Bilstein part number is 24-018197.


Thank you,

Drew Ingram, Allshocks Sales/Customer Service
Turner Motorsport, Inc
Authorized Bilstein US Distributor

 

The monroe MA764 works great with a AAl and shackle lift for the rear it is 11" compressed and 25" Extended not to mention its an air shock it really made a differance in my truck ride.

 

After further research I have nailed down the Edelbrock part #'s for stock rigs...

Front: 33053
Rear : 34053
Lifted 2-2.5: 3411
Lifted 2.5-3: 3412

If anyone can help me verify this it would be appreciated.

 

does anyone know the shock bushing size for the skyjacker shocks?

 

3 ft.

 

is this what you got? skyjacker N8084 Nitro Shocks

Z85 2WD skyjacker nitro shocks Part # N8084 Extended Length (in) 24.840 in. Collapsed Length (in) 14.820 in.

 

i have the 4" lift hydro (7000) shocks. im specifically looking for the rear. the bushing has shrunk exposing the metal sleeve which is rubbing the metal making a gosh awful noise.

 

i saw the post of what bilstein said about the hx prefixes i just didn't figure out if it was a yes to they are the same or no they aren't
b4 i order them im not really sure if im looking at the right ones i ordered the fronts but im a little confused on the backs are these the right bilsteins for our truck with a 2in shackle lift in the back

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/...se.com/site/product.cfm/id/14587/name/F4-B46-1819-H2-Bilstein-GM-S-Series-Truck

http://www.offroadwarehouse.com/pro...ts/searchType/vehicleSearch/year/2002/make/Chevrolet/model/S-10/productID/32304

i can only find it with the h2 ending das it mater if its and h0 or and h2?

or should i just use the regular one F4-BE5-D935-H0 cas i can find that one
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/....com/site/product.cfm/id/504173/name/F4-BE5-D935-H0-Bilstein-GM-Trucks-and-SUVs

 

Ok, it's time for new, longer shocks on my truck. I'm reading all of this and my head is going :run: like a lunatic. I trying to figure out what kind of shocks I want. I do plan on beating on them a little bit, like at the sand dunes and some odd and end trail. Would that mean I would more want a stiffer shock (would that me a monotube? :shrug or what? Any help would be greatly appreciated because I would like to order them soon so I can have them on by November 18ish.

 

Bumpity :bump:

 

i just put a pair of rs5375 on the front of my truck (rancho selector chose it for me) and am having no problems so far. i'll let you know if i do.

05 z71 2wd tb crank.

 

I saw the same shocks on the rancho site. I have a 3" crank and aftermarket keys, I am considering using these shocks in the front. Are you running stock keys or aftermarket? I'm assuming you're not using any shock extensions?

According to page 1 of this thread you can use the rs5375 on the rears as well if you have an aal or a shackle. I have a 1.5" shackle so I guess I could run the rs5375 all around?

The rancho site says to use the rs5190 in the rear, but I'm not sure they are taking into account the aftermarket shackle.

 

Trying to figure out if these are the correct shocks to go with for a 2" AAL. Anyone know for sure?
Bilstein 24-018197 - Bilstein Heavy-Duty Series Shocks and Struts - Overview - SummitRacing.com

They are going into a 05' Colorado 4x4 Z71

 

Anyone running the edelbrocks? I've thought about them and the bilsteins. Larry at suspension maxxx suggested a set of kyb shocks for my truck. They have extended length ones that will work with their keys and shackles. Any opinions on the kyb? I plan 90% on highways.... 10% back roads.

 

I was thinking of the KYB Gas Adjust. I had the monomax on another truck, but it was bigger and heavier. I've heard from a friend the Edlebrock shocks on another truck did well, with the dual valving for road sensing. I haven't seen the cost on the Edelbrocks though.... I just rolled over 50k not too long ago. With the heavier and larger tires on the front I expect I'll need to replace them before too long. Nice to hear somebody else has suggested the KYB. It's always nice to get a recommendation about what works on what vehicle since they all react differently.

I've heard a few members here say the Bilstein shock is pretty stiff. That along sounds like more than I need on mine. Plus they have a name that an expensive price tag is usually attached to.

 

BILSTEIN and don't turn back... since you're in cali and if you can find a 4wheel parts near by or go on their website and call them, they'll price match guarantee that's where i got my shocks. Found a place online and took down the price + shipping and 4wheel will match that.

 

I am using the RS5301 shocks, with 4" total of rear lift and a 1" shock extender (left over from a previous lift, not really needed).

The 5301 can also be used with a 2" lift as well (shackle or AAL), Garette on C355 has that setup.