Bilstein's Best Bang for Buck Shocks on the Silverado

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Bilstein's Best Bang for Buck Shocks on the Silverado

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3 ай бұрын

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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@carlosrecendez8799 3 ай бұрын

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

@Urayoan787 2 ай бұрын

I ? So 6112 was for the front or rear, I’m looking myself for a good suspension set up for my 19 Silverado.Thanks

@carlosrecendez8799 2 ай бұрын

@@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

@Urayoan787 2 ай бұрын

@@carlosrecendez8799 thank you for the reply. I will check them out

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

thanks for the feedback and shoutout! hopefully its a good 'firmer'

@wipatriot510 Ай бұрын

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...

@nastysoda9212 3 ай бұрын

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

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

good to hear it worked out, thanks for the feedback and heads up!

@alexgarcia3900 12 күн бұрын

I actually agree with this. Got a pair at 2 inches, and it's stiff. I got the second pair for my second tacoma at 1,75, and even that made a difference. Maybe when I have time I'll definitely lower the two inch ones to 1.5 and get a taco lean spacer for a little extra height.

@CaseyJoe1441 3 ай бұрын

This has sold me on the 6112s for my TB. Can't wait to order some from y'all!

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

lets make it happen!

@nismomike3182 3 ай бұрын

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.

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

love to hear it! that's a digressive shock for ya, the faster you go the smoother it gets

@parkerheath6964 10 күн бұрын

@nismomike3182 are you using the stock UCAs? Or did you go aftermarket?

@nismomike3182 10 күн бұрын

@parkerheath6964 Dirt King UCA's, and Nisstec extended sway bar end links. Front is lifted 2.6" and rear is +1.5".

@garrisonjasik5367 3 ай бұрын

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!

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

awesome, tag us on instagram with a pic! @shocksurplus

@garrisonjasik5367 3 ай бұрын

@@ShockSurplus done!

@ericdeshazo5408 Ай бұрын

what circlip location did you run? I have the same truck!

@randalth3vandal619 2 ай бұрын

Best setup out there for your daily pickup!

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

werd

@x246813579 3 ай бұрын

Damn i have been waiting for this!

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

thanks so much for following and your support, hope it helps

@ketchupdnb 3 ай бұрын

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.

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

oh interesting take, thanks for the feedback and heads up!

@guyknight781 2 ай бұрын

Where did you find a larger tank? I’ve been looking everywhere for a bigger tank for my trailboss

@ketchupdnb 2 ай бұрын

@@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....

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

6112xt/5160/b8 uca's/dirt kong long travel rear leafs, hangars, shackles. She rips

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

nice combination, maybe we can make that available on our site!

@Gonzo81 3 ай бұрын

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

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

thanks for the insight, a set of 5100s may also work for you, but cant go wrong with the 6112

@Gonzo81 3 ай бұрын

@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?

@frankie123fr Ай бұрын

Make a video about best shocks for heavy towing

@AlejandroFernandez-qz2tx 2 ай бұрын

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!

@toddcunningham2410 2 ай бұрын

@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?

@eddiepineda421 2 ай бұрын

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.

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

Yes you could leave it at the lowest setting, but even the top setting on these wont require a new UCA.

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

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.

@paulbutler5067 26 күн бұрын

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?

@joel553009 3 ай бұрын

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.

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

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.

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

I'd go eibach next. The 6112s are still pretty firm, imo. I like it, but I see why some don't

@joel553009 3 ай бұрын

@@ShockSurplus would fox 2.5 Dsc be a softer option to the 6112 for a Sierra Silverado?

@mimickedreality 3 ай бұрын

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!

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

@@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

@big_mike_nyc Ай бұрын

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!

@jorgerodriguez7497 3 күн бұрын

@shocksurplus tire name?

@StrengthMentalityInitiative Ай бұрын

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?

@jtstern4683 Ай бұрын

What wheel and tire combination is on your z71 Silverado in this video I’m curious about size and wheel offset

@chriswilliams4316 2 ай бұрын

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?

@barrera3547 2 ай бұрын

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.

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

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.

@stevenpeterson7234 3 ай бұрын

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?

@AustinB-gb2qz 3 ай бұрын

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?

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

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.

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

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

@jonathanng7667 24 күн бұрын

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

@ShockSurplus 16 күн бұрын

On pavement both shocks are going to feel nearly identical, the 6112 may provide slightly more support/handling with a lot of extra gear. On the dirt at identical speeds, the 6112 will maintain composure a bit more on those unexpected obstacles. But if you're rarely offroad, i'm guessing its mostly fireroads and easy trails at lower speeds, and in that case, you wont see any real benefit from the 6112. The 5100s will make a big difference from your factory shocks, so i'd go that route. If you find the front end bucking too much from moderate offroad hits, or too sloppy up driveways/highway joints/etc, then the 6112 may be the better choice.

@Musashi2012 2 ай бұрын

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?

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

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

@adamgonzalez3998 3 ай бұрын

Cant wait to see the 6112 on the Bronco

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

coming sooooon!

@K-bob_45 3 ай бұрын

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

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

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

@MrCharlieBoy18 2 ай бұрын

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

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

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)

@Notdurden 3 ай бұрын

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

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

Eibach

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

Eibach pro truck or Fox 2.0

@zztudioz3522 3 ай бұрын

6112s vs Eibach Pro-Truck Coil-Over Kit; Stage 2R Any reviews to compared them ? On a 2021 Ranger…

@OscyJack- 3 ай бұрын

For what use case? Bilsteins are way better longer off road. Eibachs softer but still firm enough.

@ShockSurplus 3 ай бұрын

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.

@Kaigaughen 3 ай бұрын

Mainly fire roads and some towing. 6112s or eibachs?

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

Eibach!

@Bloodyhellfinger18 2 ай бұрын

i am planning on ordering the 6112 but how do i get them pre-assembled from u guys

@ShockSurplus 2 ай бұрын

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