Bilstein's Best Bang for Buck Shocks on the Silverado
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 พ.ค. 2024
- With our Silverado’s tenure ending in the Shock Surplus fleet, we knew we had to squeeze in one more test, and it just so happened to be our favorite thing we have tested so far. Without a doubt, the Bilstein 6112 front struts and 5100 or 5160 rear shock packages are probably the best value in suspension with performance that far exceeds their middling price point and these 2019+ Silverado and Sierras are truly the perfect candidates. Not only are they one of the least expensive ways to get any lift out of your Trail Boss or AT4 model, but they also do a perfect job of eliminating most of the woes that plague the horrendously tuned stock suspension. We are the first to admit any @bilsteinUS will land on the firm side of the spectrum, but these GM trucks truly need a little more support and stability to keep them from wallowing down the road and making their passengers sick. Are they perfect? No, but few shocks out there can handle a wider range of use, especially at their price point, and few things last as long. Daily drivers, weekend trail warriors, and even those of you with massive loads meeting or exceeding factory recommendations, however, you ride, these Bilsteins will be an exceptional improvement to the laughably loose stock dampers.
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You guys helped me with my 2nd gen tacoma, bought 6112's front and 5160's rear with add a leaf, awesome set up, but I had to lower the clip a bit, the pre-load was a bit too much and gave me an extremely rough ride and next to zero downtravel/sag. After lowering it to the 1.2" setting it's perfect. 2" no bueno
good to hear it worked out, thanks for the feedback and heads up!
This has sold me on the 6112s for my TB. Can't wait to order some from y'all!
lets make it happen!
At first I thought they were a little stiff on chattery fire roads, but then I realized the faster you drive the smoother things get. I love my 6100/5160 on my Titan Pro-4x.
love to hear it! that's a digressive shock for ya, the faster you go the smoother it gets
I got 6112 with 5110 for my 20 GMC AT4, and the ride is so much firmer, no more body roll, order thru shock surplus, great customer service, and everything was package perfectly. Took me about 3 hrs to install, with new upper control arms as well, for 1300, it’s not a bad deal
I ? So 6112 was for the front or rear, I’m looking myself for a good suspension set up for my 19 Silverado.Thanks
@@Urayoan787 6112 on the front, and 5110 on the rear, with new upper control arms, believe me the ride is 10x times better than the Rancho’s
@@carlosrecendez8799 thank you for the reply. I will check them out
thanks for the feedback and shoutout! hopefully its a good 'firmer'
I’ve been researching for quite some time now and have loved your channel. I currently own a 2017 GMC Sierra Z71 4X4 Regular Cab. I recently got into off roading with it , it’s currently leveled on Ranchos but they suck lol. I feel everything on the road and the truck shakes like crazy. I’ve been looking for something comfortable on road, that isn’t super bouncy, but absorbs the small bumps at normal driving speeds. I daily drive my truck so on road comfortability is a must, but I also have begun off roading. Mostly light trails at slow speeds but I wanted to try getting up faster on some trails, sadly my Ranchos suck and it makes the expirience way less fun. What would you recommend ? Been looking at Eibach Stage 2 and Fox 2.0!
Damn i have been waiting for this!
thanks so much for following and your support, hope it helps
@ShockSurplus Perfect timing on this video. I just purchased the 2024 RST Z71 and will be ordering this kit from you guys. Even though the Bilstein or Icon UCA are not required per your video, should there be any real longevity benefit to adding one? Is one brand better or more reliable then the other?
Best setup out there for your daily pickup!
werd
THIS is the video that convinced me to go with the Bilsteins...
While I'd always been a Bilstein fan, I have had other brands, and disappointments as well, edelbrock being a MAJOR disappointment...
I have run, and currently run Fox 2.0 on my BDS coilover lifted 2002 GMC 2500HD, but was looking for something for my new 2024 Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss and the factory ranchos just were NOT going to cut it...Bilstein to the rescue, with 6112's up front, and 5100's in the rear, those along with a tire swap, Goodyear Wrangle Duratrac LT-RT completely changed the way the truck drove and rode...it may ride like a truck, but it's not all wishy-washy, and handles like a champ...
I have the Bilstein 6112s, UCR & 5160s combo on my 21 Trailboss 6.2l. I also have black sumo springs in the rear. I tow my tow hauler and this set up and is perfect and rides good. I did keep stock height in the front and put lowering shackles in the rear. Didn't want to lift it but wanted it leveled. BUT the stock fuel tank sucks for towing, 24 gallon tank.... But i got a 43 gallon tank and makes it towable. If you offroad a lot, get the dirt king lower control arm alignment lock cams.
oh interesting take, thanks for the feedback and heads up!
Where did you find a larger tank? I’ve been looking everywhere for a bigger tank for my trailboss
@@guyknight781 titan fuel tank 7010519. look it up, it fits with modification. Evap bracket needs to be welded to the front part of tank bracket. Roll over breather line on rear of tank need to be switched to return a line. And other return breather line on back side of needs to be capped with 1/2" plug. The fill line is 1 1/2" i believe. Stock on is 1 1/4". With some wd40 and mighty hands it'll squeeze on. However, when filling up the tank it does spit back when full. Out of town 4wd makes a 50 gallon tank in Australia. I message them and they told me to call a ARB dealer to get one. But NO ONE could help me..... I just went for it. It works. Couple thousand miles and no issues. Just the cost of filling it up....
Have a 2013 silverado with the 5160s out back. I tow somewhat heavy things with it and they are just amazing. Haven't had the chance to take them off pavement that often but they were a grat buy. Need to get the 6112s for the front, I'm pretty heavy with up front and I feel the dip when I break
thanks for the insight, a set of 5100s may also work for you, but cant go wrong with the 6112
@ShockSurplus yeah man I'm going full set up probably with springs and upper control arms. Can I still run those on my model truck with a puck level kit?
Make a video about best shocks for heavy towing
I decided to go with 6112s and 5160s for my 2021 Silverado 6.2v8 RST Z71. Mainly cuz I’m sure it’s the most versatile suspension choice 😊 I’m excited to hear what shock surplus has to say!
awesome, tag us on instagram with a pic! @shocksurplus
@@ShockSurplus done!
what circlip location did you run? I have the same truck!
Looking to put the trailboss length shocks on my non trailboss. Did you guys use a rear lift block with that setup and if so what size?
What wheel and tire combination is on your z71 Silverado in this video I’m curious about size and wheel offset
I’m looking to upgrade my land cruiser 200 with bilstein shocks. It’s going to be primarily used as a daily/family hauler with occasional off road use. Initially I was thinking of putting 5100s on all 4 corners but now I’m thinking of pairing 6112s with 5100 rears. Interested in your thoughts. Thanks
I have a 23 Nissan Titan Pro-4x and im wanting to do the 6112/5160's and the bilstien UCA's. I would like a stiffer coil spring with the 6112's, is this suspension setup possible?
I have a 20 Trail Boss. I am looking to run a 17x8.5 wheel. What offset do you recommend running with the 6112s at the 1.2" added height?
I have a 2019 Silverado 1500 RST with the Z71 package. Looking for improved suspension performance and maybe a 2" front level. The only off road that this truck sees is the occasional dirt road. I have never really liked the ride quality of the stock Ranchos. They don't seem to control the truck all that well. What shocks would I be most interested in?
6112xt/5160/b8 uca's/dirt kong long travel rear leafs, hangars, shackles. She rips
nice combination, maybe we can make that available on our site!
Can someone please tell me what the best overall shock will be for my 2015 Silverado 3500 HD dually, that I tow with almost daily. I can’t seem to find a video on this., all the videos are for 2500 HD’s. Any input is greatly appreciated!
Could you install these at the lowest setting to just level the truck and not need a new UCA? I want to level my 2020 sierra 1500 SLT but would like the option to lift it up to 3.5 in in the future. This seems like a good bang for your buck way of doing so, if i'm not wrong.
Yes you could leave it at the lowest setting, but even the top setting on these wont require a new UCA.
Yes you could leave it at the lowest setting to not affect the ride height. But even the top setting on these shocks dont require a UCA, so you're in the clear either way.
Hey shock surplus I recently just bought a 2022 Chevy Silverado custom with the turbo 4 and want to level it. What struts would you recommend.
There's a number of options now for the Silverado, depending on budget, easiest option is Bilstein 5100, Eibach pro truck, Fox 2.0 snap ring - our recommendations.
How do they perform at the dunes? Not expecting Fox 3.0 but my main routes and trails in forest areas and i have some dunes nearby
If you like to hit it hard where you go out, these can take it and would be recommended. Not the softest option we've played on, but depending on budget we may have other recommendations. hitup jeff@shocksurplus.com (silverado owner)
How do these compare to Fox 2.0s? They’re similarly priced. Do the 6112s offer the same plush street feel you get with the Foxes?
These aren't as soft as the Fox, a tad more control. Where these excel over Fox would be in the harder hits, the faster offroad stuff, and overall handling. Fox likely wins on comfort depending who you ask, but these Bilstein win on not needing service like the Fox do.
Tbh they don't. Better or compared with their non adjustable 2.5 imo
The 5100/5160 is a 2.0 competitor when you get down to the meat and potatoes
Thank you for your video. Do you know if they make or will make a 6112 for a 2024 Toyota Tundra? Thanks again
Yes, the 6112 and 5100 and 8112 are all slated for the new Tundra.
Should I do the 6112 vs. the 8112 since I do 90% on road? I have the TRD off road package so I has the 5100s already
So it sounds like eibachs are still smoother at low speeds? Can we say what low speeds are? Also at these lower speeds I’m assuming the heating isn’t as much an issue either
The eibachs are almost plush. The bilsteins are decidedly firm but compliant when the situation demands more than an initial firm dampened hit.
Eibachs will be stiffer but also more compliant than OEM. Bilstein will be stiffer still with a higher threshold before the compliance really begins.
I've run tons of 5100s and this is my first 6112 set. They make my 1500 GM feel like a 3/4 ton at slower speeds. But as soon as you get lively, it's still nimble. It starts to smooth out around 40/50mph and then is pretty glassy from there.
The 6112s actually take a few miles to warm up in the winter. You get a few miles of ultra shit before they wake up
6112s vs Eibach Pro-Truck Coil-Over Kit; Stage 2R
Any reviews to compared them ?
On a 2021 Ranger…
For what use case?
Bilsteins are way better longer off road. Eibachs softer but still firm enough.
the 6112 can take more of a beating offroad than the Eibach coilovers, the Bilstein is just a beefier shock and more damping ability. The eibach will be more comfortable on those rocky trails though at slower speeds, whereas Bilstein needs the speed to feel smoother, if that makes sense.
If comfort is your priority and slower going on trails, or comfort for the daily drive, we'd stick with Eibach.
What should I go for, if I wanna upgrade my shocks to a smoother more daily driver vibe shocks on my Z71 trail boss 2023 single cab
Eibach
Eibach pro truck or Fox 2.0
i am planning on ordering the 6112 but how do i get them pre-assembled from u guys
We have the pre-assembly options on the site, or you can give us a ring 213-433-3616, or live chat on the site
www.shocksurplus.com/search?query=6112-silverado
Mainly fire roads and some towing. 6112s or eibachs?
Eibach!
Sorry I am a rookie. Will the 5100’s add any height to a stock 22 GMC Sierra elevation 5.3l? I was hoping to add a little height or level out the front. If not what would you suggest?
Yes the 5100s will be able to bring up the front of your Sierra 1500. Reach out to us and we can make that happen, support@shocksurplus.com or on IG
Cant wait to see the 6112 on the Bronco
coming sooooon!
I have a 6.5” lift by Zone, my rear shocks are gone. What do you recommend to replace them. 2017 Z71 1500.
Some extended length Bilstein 5100, or Fox 2.0, both will be better than the zone kit shocks.
@@ShockSurplus Thank you
I’ve got 60,000 miles on my Bilstein shocks 5100. Can’t wait to upgrade. They are way too stiff for me. Driving a 50-50 split highway and gravel roads/off-road. It’s just too stiff.
we hear ya on that one, these 6112 are a tad more forgiving. Another option would be the Eibach Pro Truck setup, much more comfortable than Bilstein in our opinion for those kind of crappy roads.
I'd go eibach next.
The 6112s are still pretty firm, imo. I like it, but I see why some don't
@@ShockSurplus would fox 2.5 Dsc be a softer option to the 6112 for a Sierra Silverado?
I was thinking of a fox 2.5 front with 2.0 rear for an 18 Silverado 1500. It's a daily, I want to get comfort for garbage pothole roads mainly and lift. I've also considered the eibach pro truck. Can someone give me advice there? Thank you!
@@mimickedreality I'd go eibach or fox 2.0 and save the money. If you aren't doing any real wheeling, the 2.5s are a waste.
Foxes will be softest and a little worse in corners
Shock Surplus needs to stop making TH-cam videos and start answering there damn phones.