Just to make it easier for everyone, 21mm on the big bolts in the back, and bottom of the front, 5/8ths on the spring shackles, 3/4 on the top nut up front.
@dercas794 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I was hoping to see the info in the video or description. Video was well made none the less. I have 180k on my 2012 2500 Cummins and it's really freaky bouncy....lol Got the rears done in the dark with no problems. Will do the fronts when I have a few minutes before lunch tomorrow. I am also replacing the steering damper and adding an aftermarket steering box stabilizer. Might as well do it all while I'm down there, right?
@anakinvalentin12693 жыл бұрын
I know it is kinda randomly asking but do anybody know a good place to watch new tv shows online?
@kylernolan54023 жыл бұрын
@Anakin Valentin lately I have been using FlixZone. You can find it on google =)
@freddybob8072 жыл бұрын
@@anakinvalentin1269 $100 a year for 14,000 channels. Hit me up!
@ikeybmg2 жыл бұрын
15mm fits the tower
@derekguenther14812 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the straight forward video. It has all the information I needed along with torque specs and jacking up the frame to make the job easier.
@koopagabla7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this! everything is identical to my 2004 cummins 2500 for anyone wondering
@REXONATER703 жыл бұрын
I’m on it this weekend. Thanks for showing me the way.
@GetTheNet19634 жыл бұрын
Food for thought on any repairs with bolts that will not be removed for a long time. Apply Anti-Seize to the bolt... So the next time they may come off a little easier. I replaced my shocks without having to jack up the front.... Just makes it a little harder to push the shock and tower back down. Works better with two people. Good video
@samuelbarnette2906 жыл бұрын
FYI. You're supposed to leave the plastic compression straps on the shocks so it makes installation ten time easier. Especially the rear shocks. I learned this by trail and error and reading the instructions. Great videos keep it up!
@shaunlynn30036 жыл бұрын
Samuel Barnette yeah that's shock install 101. Makes it much easier.
@JoseMartinez-jw2dy5 жыл бұрын
I felt the need of saying something, it might help some people, don't buy that shit,I bought 5100s for the rear and 4600s for the front on my dodge.i hate it horrible ride ,very rough on bumps ,I couldn't even wait and put the stock shocks back on, and stay away from 4wheelparts, they suck.no matter what you ask, they just want to sell their shit
@dercas794 жыл бұрын
Another good thing to note is that, if you're like me and your compressor is too underpowered to run a decent impact wrench, the locking nut on the stem is an 18mm and the hex in the allen for holding stationary is a 6mm. I got mine all installed today. It was a heck of a job with the amount of rust on everything, but they look great now.
@DominosDiesels6 жыл бұрын
Great video I just changed mine with these bilsteins and it rides much better. For those going to change there’s, On the older trucks make sure you use penetration oil on all bolts front and rear. I recommend also using a jack to help compress the rear shocks or easier fitment.
@davidanderson8469 Жыл бұрын
I chucked my stock shocks at one week. My wife could easily compress them and she's not an Amazon. Thank you for a concise easy to follow tutorial. I'm in California and the shop I frequent has sold off all removed lightened parts and won't do them anymore after the Men in Black have raided shops here. Impossible to smog them here either.👎
@kennethkirkham24715 жыл бұрын
Bilstein told me the shocks can be installed either way and its not a problem.
@xxlxpman5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, best Ram heavy duty shock vid I've found.
@StingFlight3 жыл бұрын
YOU know how to make an instructional video, sir! Thank you.
@nutdip6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. It’s a simple job, but nice to have a brain check and torque values prior to doing it. Your vid is excellent.
@gslife17 жыл бұрын
Make it look so easy. Thanks!
@1RComyn Жыл бұрын
I like how you did it with the wheels still on 😊
@GhostRyderID3 жыл бұрын
I was thinking I was going to have to remove the batteries and battery trays to be able to get the shock towers out. Your video saved me a bunch of extra work. Thanks. One thing I would advise to those using the video though, check the torque specs for your year truck. The torque on the 2013 for the shock Tower bolts is only 35 not 55 and I found that out after I snapped one of them off and spent two hours drilling the son-of-a-gun out to replace it.
@davesmith22185 жыл бұрын
After watching this video I replaced the shocks on my Dodge Ram 3500 Cummins with the same Blistine 5100 .Watching the video made it much easier. For all of you asking if they make the Blistines for stock height they do - 0-2” lift , and others etc. I’m in Canada and we get screwed on the price of auto Parts . Even with a good discount at the auto parts store the Blistnes were 140.00 cdn I buy most of my stuff from rock auto because it’s so much cheaper 98.00 cdn.
@davidanderson8469 Жыл бұрын
Taxes,taxes,taxes and nothing to show for it.
@donscott67202 жыл бұрын
This was the best how to video on this subject I have seen , thank you
@dougcrawford25877 жыл бұрын
I didn't go with the Blistein 5100 shocks.. Went with PROCOMP ES9000 nitrogen filled much better quality than the factory yet not so hard that you feel like your riding in a dump truck .. YUP! got one of those also! ...
@Jesus-mz8ru Жыл бұрын
Awesome video thank you for taking the time to share
@davidwalton15396 жыл бұрын
All 4 shocks demonstrated in 5:43 without blaring music or other nusiances! PERFECT! Thanks! I see your EGR valve fell off, boy, those things sure do fall off easy ;-) must be chinese fasteners lol. When I saw you pull that shock out of the engine bay (no wheel removal) I was like - HELL YES - I am doing this LOL. So its been almost as year since you posted this, so its time to ask, do you still like the Bilstein 5100's or are they just like everything else?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
I still think they're worth the price. They're still performing well and I have no complaints. They're not as good as some top-end brands, but they're also not $1000 each.
@Johnnysday3 жыл бұрын
Nice job I’m going to tempt this tomorrow in the garage
@lostxrulez3 жыл бұрын
great video sir thanks for taking the time to do this.
@1RComyn Жыл бұрын
Thanks for such a great installation video. 😊
@ronradmer35733 жыл бұрын
Mine are at 163,960 and still good on my Ram 2500. But I'm going to replace them this weekend with Bilstein 4600
@rossmepstein3 жыл бұрын
Was the ride any better?
@cat5tracker5814 жыл бұрын
Friendly note for next time. Don't muscle the shock. Just put a jack under the frame and jack it up until the shock is in the bottom bracket. lol
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
Frame is too high for the floor jack to lift it up enough. I'd have to use a post lift, which I don't have. Pushing the shock up is safer than stacking blocks on top of the jack to make it tall enough.
@HayabusaRydr6 жыл бұрын
Bolstein are the best! Absolutely amazing ride. Just replaced mine 2 days ago
@bobdabldr3234 жыл бұрын
I think it's bilstein
@coloradomountainman86594 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the simple, informative install video. And kudo's to you for not ruining the video with annoying crap-ass background "music" that is all too commonplace here on YouTUbe !
@CTSCAPER5 жыл бұрын
I wish I knew the trick of jacking up the frame of the truck when replacing the front shocks last year when I did it. The job stinks if you don't do that!
@MROJPC2 жыл бұрын
The rear shocks SHOULD be easier unless the factory decided to install the top bolt in backwards, so that it cannot be removed (threaded portion pointing toward the spare tire and other end stuck between the frame) without cutting the bolt with a long blade and a saw-zall. Look for that when you do the rear, so you can prep for it and buy a set of bolts before starting the job.
@casperw21336 жыл бұрын
I bought kyb gas-a-just. Going to install them this weekend
@Themarketplacebandit Жыл бұрын
Awesome video thanks
@DamionMiller4 жыл бұрын
Straight to the point how to !!! Thank you
@ANocers4 жыл бұрын
You make that look easy. Did you have to jack or support the rear of the truck with a jack to remove and replace the shocks, or just slide them out with the truck on the ground? Thanks
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
I did the rear with the truck sitting on its own weight. The shocks aren't very difficult to compress. Hang the top and then push the bottom up into position.
@ANocers4 жыл бұрын
That’s great info, thanks!
@Sydewinder86 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video thank you. About to save mr about a thousand dollars.
@LuisPerez-iz7bj2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir!!
@bubblebutt42013 жыл бұрын
A next time maybe mention what size sockets you going need
@johnnykidd5625 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the upload!
@Tombomb18162 жыл бұрын
The 3500 front shocks are much easier. They don't run through the coil spring.
@trey1sauce1654 жыл бұрын
Do you have to have jack supporting when you pull a shock out of rear?
@robertmarley88522 жыл бұрын
Good video
@chrisx7427 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks man!
@joebriggs95997 жыл бұрын
Thanks good information.
@toyota4x415 жыл бұрын
great video man! i will be installing my fox 2.0 soon.
@dougcrawford25877 жыл бұрын
Very good video ... Certainly helped me on changing the shocks on my 2013 Ram 25000 - Only comment I would add is to recommend tool sizes i.e., wrenches, sockets ..
@TheWssickls65 жыл бұрын
Great video !!!
@rossmepstein3 жыл бұрын
John, how much better was the ride?
@deldarin5 жыл бұрын
Good video my dude
@theoutdoorsman74084 жыл бұрын
In the rear did did you just do it on the ground Did you use any support on the axle
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
I did not use anything. The wheels are on the ground supporting the full weight of the truck.
@casperw21336 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Thanks
@josephpuchel64976 жыл бұрын
Hello excellent tutorial I have a Dodge 2006 CCLB Diesel which I will be doing the same.
@TubeRLH5 жыл бұрын
Great video, Thanks
@djgodden5 жыл бұрын
I've also done a few how to videos and was going to do shocks. Your video is so complete (except for bolt and nut sizes) I won't bother doing one. But... aren't the 5100's for a lifted truck? I can't tell if yours is lifted or not. Torque setting should be done with the vehicle back on the ground but since you didn't lift the rear, no worries there.
@ShockSurplus2 жыл бұрын
Some applications like the ram and ford super duty trucks have 5100s available at stock height
@apr92866 жыл бұрын
Awesome video, i just changed mines, you made easy for me. Thanks, Any upgrade on Brakes? Please do a video if you plan on doing it soon.. Thanks
@rickybobby63866 жыл бұрын
APR928 I put prostop drilled and slotted rotors with carbon ceramic pads on my 1500. Stopping distance is half of what it was.
@garysiuco78344 жыл бұрын
What Bilstein part numbers did you use? I went to their web site and there is so many different part numbers! Also they don't specify front or rear, when obviously it makes a difference. And lastly, mine is a 2006 Dually diesel, but I'm guessing the dual rear wheels don't make a difference than the single? Thanks for the great video.
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
I got them from genosgarage.com. They're listed out clearly there by application. Not all of these trucks are the same.
@baileymiller5465 жыл бұрын
Swapping out my Skyjackers on my 01, I got 170k out of them. Insane.
@ElGuapo619473 жыл бұрын
Can someone tell me which is the best shocks for a 2016 Ram 3500 diesel it’s a 4x2 i want it to ride like a Grand Marquis also it’s a short box and not a dually
@richardverkaik17337 жыл бұрын
thank you! I'm about to put Rancho 9000s on all four.
@dougcrawford25877 жыл бұрын
WOW! .. your looking for a really stiff ride! ... Had them on a truck years ago and said never again .. felt more like having metal bars in place for shocks.
@protreeclimber30806 жыл бұрын
Nice info thanks man !!!
@nicholasjohnson3592 жыл бұрын
Off topic question what are those wheels I have the same ones and I can't seem find them anywhere
@flopster8432 жыл бұрын
XD Spy
@supporterofsanity6 жыл бұрын
I just bought a '17 2500 with the Cummins. It feels like it bottoms out just rolling slowly over speed bumps. Then it bounces up. Do you think the 5100s would help?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
Honestly, not much. The problem is the extremely tall, extremely heavy engine. There just isn't enough suspension travel to handle it. About the only thing to help would be to lift the front end s couple inches to give you more travel.
@troyscott06 жыл бұрын
Try the 5500 series Bilsteins. Heavier duty.
@chillaxn08106 жыл бұрын
Did you torque the rear shocks while it was on a lift or after the load was back on the shocks?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
I didn't lift the truck to change the rear shocks. They were simply pushed into position.
@chillaxn08106 жыл бұрын
flopster843 thanks for the reply. I replaced mine while lifted and have a slight sound now from the rear so just wanted to know. Thanks bud.
@cristians.85584 жыл бұрын
Would it be same exact process on my dodge ram 1500 96’?
@IdeaCalledFreedom6 жыл бұрын
When you compressed the rear shock to install it, did it seem like you had to compress it almost all the way? I can’t tell if I bought a size too big for the rears. My 99 ram 1500 has a lift kit on it when I bought it and idk what size I need exactly.
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
You shouldn't have to compress it all the way. That would take all the travel out for when your springs compress. Sounds like it might be a bit long.
@BugsTools6 жыл бұрын
Same here bro I don’t don’t know what size lift my truck has and I don’t know what to buy
@5thid7386 жыл бұрын
Contact your lift kit manufacturer. They'll have a list of shock recommendations for your kit.
@Chern8897 жыл бұрын
How does it ride now? My 07 has 136,000mi and it rides like a wooden bench, was thinking of going with the 5100s also
@flopster8437 жыл бұрын
Much better. It no longer feels like a farm wagon. It's still stiff, especially the rear, but it doesn't hop and bounce like it did. They're definitely worth the price.
@haynlaskan96684 жыл бұрын
Have a leveling kit i just over torqued one of thos 3 small front shock mount bolt ugh idk what to do
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
Did you break it?
@haynlaskan96684 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 yep
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
Oh boy. You're going to have to pull the shock tower off and take the spring out to take care of this one. I'm not sure if it's a splined stud like the lugs, or if it's tack welded in. You'll have to grind/punch it out and replace it. You should be able to tack weld in a new bolt to remedy this situation.
@haynlaskan96684 жыл бұрын
Yeah no welder or anythong prolly just run it til the new one come in. Ugh damn
@twinntibbsdiesel71415 жыл бұрын
Will these set of shocks fit on a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500Hd 2 wheel drive ?
@BD-tn5um5 жыл бұрын
You don't have to change the spring coil?
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
The spring has a significantly longer lifespan than the shocks. Unless damaged, the springs will typically last the life of the vehicle under normal use.
@brendanodonoghue46926 жыл бұрын
Will this work with a 1500 using Bilstein 5100 0-2.8" leveling kit in the front? Or do you still have to take the whole assembly apart for the 5100?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
I haven't worked on a 1500. I believe their front end is quite different though. The rear should be about the same though.
@dennispennell5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Great video!
@robertcromwell23026 жыл бұрын
How do you get the top nut off ,it has a retainer clip to hold the nut ?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
Some penetrating oil and an impact wrench usually work well. If not, there's a flat spot on the top of the stud to put a wrench on it. You can then double-wrench the nut off.
@kalebcrafts43384 жыл бұрын
I wish my truck was that rust free, you sure its a 2008? haha. i had to fight to pull the all four shocks out on my 97 ram.
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
Its definitely an 08. Bought it new in Feb 09. Spent its entire life in South Carolina and Texas, no road salt.
@kalebcrafts43384 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 I live in southern michigan. Salt for days
@chaseholmvik56663 жыл бұрын
Did it lift the truck up at all after all new shachs
@flopster8433 жыл бұрын
Negative. It's the same height.
@aaronfinke37204 жыл бұрын
how did you have the truck jacket up for doing the rears?
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
It was sitting on the ground on its own weight. I only jacked the front.
@chesterjolliffe41305 жыл бұрын
What would you recommend to do when the front lower retaining nut breaks free and bolt just spins
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
You need to get creative with it, and it's very difficult to get to. Can you grab it with some sort of vice grips? Can you weld the nut back to the piece that holds it still? Last resort would be to drill/cut it out.
@chesterjolliffe41305 жыл бұрын
Thanks welding worked
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
@@chesterjolliffe4130 Good stuff. Glad you were able to get it out so easily.
@brandonf38776 жыл бұрын
Hey man do you have to change out your springs as well? Or only the shock itself? I have a 2004 Ford ranger and I'm not sure if I should replace the whole thing or just the shock
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
Most of the time the shocks are sufficient unless your springs are broken.
@brandonf38776 жыл бұрын
flopster843 cool thanks man. I'll be changing my struts today now. Thanks for the info
@POLOAZTECA5 жыл бұрын
How much am I looking to spend on a set for my Ram 1500 with a 3" lift??
@andreined84635 жыл бұрын
AxZxTxExCxA i spent $356 on amazon 4in lift. 2005 2500 6days ago
@POLOAZTECA5 жыл бұрын
@@andreined8463 Cool. Thanks buddy...
@johnsn102 жыл бұрын
I put these shocks on my truck and hate them. Way to bouncy
@renesanchez534 жыл бұрын
will this work on a suspension lift? i have a silverado thats lifted that needs it shocks replaced. any other pointers??
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
The basic theory is the same on most vehicles. The rear on a chevy will be nearly the same, the front will be quite a bit different. You just need to figure out what needs to be removed to get them out.
@renesanchez534 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 Thanks i appreciate the Reply. Gonna tackle it this weekend!
@renesanchez534 жыл бұрын
so i ran into a small issue, My front shocks are mounted with a bar pin in the bottom of the shocks. The Bilsteins i ordered have a regular bushing and no bar pin already in place. is it reasonable(safe) to push out that bushing and put in the bar pin to mount these to the front? i appreciate your advice and help! looking around everywhere online and im not sure about this.
@flopster8434 жыл бұрын
@@renesanchez53 Its possible to swap that bar as long as the center bushing diameter is the same between the two. You risk damage to the bushing though. Is it possible to return the ones you got and get a set that already have the correct mount? It would be better in the long run.
@renesanchez534 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 your a lifesaver! seriously! your reply is extremely helpful! its really appreciated. Yes i can return it but i cant seem to find the right application for my truck. so i figure this could be a last case solution. Thank you again! your help is appreciated!
@doubleitp5 жыл бұрын
What size impact are you using in this video? 1/4, 3/8, or 1/2?
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
It's a 1/2".
@doubleitp5 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 Thank you :)
@350_keakz56 жыл бұрын
have a 05 3500 Cummins @ stock ride height would u recommend 5100 for the front? any recommendations on rear?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
I do recommend them. They've been performing well for me so far.
@michaeldoherty22895 жыл бұрын
Only buy 5100's if they have a fitment of 0-2" for the 2005. Otherwise you'll be stuck with the very ugly 4600's.
@StickFiggas1015 жыл бұрын
Is it easier to change on the ground?
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
The easiest way is to put it on a lift that will let the suspension drop. Not everybody has access to such a thing though, which is why I did it on the ground with basic tools.
@StickFiggas1015 жыл бұрын
My brother and I change ours today. We lifted the truck with a Jack. I have to be honest the bolts were hell taking off. Very tight. We got it done though. My truck still vibrates. Going to get new tires soon
@louindorato68555 жыл бұрын
Your nuts came off very easy , concidering your mileage. What's the trick?
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
Truck has spent it's life in South Carolina and Texas. No road salt.
@louindorato68555 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 My truck had 115,000 B4 I had to change the shocks. All the nuts and bolts were seized. It went from $560 shock and spring replacement to almost $2000
@flopster8435 жыл бұрын
@@louindorato6855 Wow man. I'm sorry about your luck. Did they have a lot of corrosion on the hardware causing them to strip? I imagine those front shock bolts were a beast to cut out.
@louindorato68555 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 Absolutely, guess I can't complain, getting 115,000 miles out of them . Had 2 replace the upper and lower control arms also
@melit0n7 жыл бұрын
just did it to my truck ,huuge difference,better ride.
@bostonsixx92257 жыл бұрын
does the front shock install work the same way for a 1500 to level the rake? or do you have to take the coils out from the bottom?
@salmonkiller25456 жыл бұрын
Do you need to get the truck aligned now?
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
If you've got the earlier "Y" style steering then it couldn't hurt. If you've got the later "T" style steering with the solid crossover bar it's not needed.
@salmonkiller25456 жыл бұрын
flopster843 I have a 2013
@flopster8436 жыл бұрын
You're good then. No worries.
@xipingpooh57833 жыл бұрын
You left out the WORST PART OF THE JOB!!!!! Top bolt and how to remove it lol
@flopster8433 жыл бұрын
Top bolt in the rear is a simple bolt/nut combo. Can be easily removed with a ratchet and wrench. Top bolt in front comes off with an impact and a deep well socket. If front Top is jammed, remove the support basket and take the entire thing out. The bolt will need to be cut off.
@xipingpooh57833 жыл бұрын
@@flopster843 excellent👍🏼🇺🇸
@bobdabldr3234 жыл бұрын
Your video title should read replacing rear shocks
@kelkev854 жыл бұрын
But he did the front as well....
@tweakgames4 жыл бұрын
Your comment should say you didn't watch the video but commented anyways.