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Bilstein 5100s vs 7100s

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Old Oct 5, 2004 | 01:09 AM
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Bilstein 5100s vs 7100s

Just curious to see if anyone has done a side by side comparison to see if the 7100s are really worth the extra cash. I'm talking about street, towing and mild trail use not this kind of use.



I don't see why the T-REX coils, leafs and a set of 5100s made for a level kit wouldn't work pretty well for a lot less coin...
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Old Oct 6, 2004 | 10:41 AM
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I put the 5100 model in mine last weekend and so far very happy. Improved ride and handling over the junk stock shocks.
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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 11:41 AM
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Okay, I talked to a buddy of mine who works for Custom Trucks Unlimited in Livermore, CA. He gave me the following breakdown.

5100= Basic... Mild mannered, work well with larger tires.
5150= Middle... Excellent Offroad and KILLER on road (Best on road IMO) Soaks up the bumps and off road tame enough not to kick your *** (remote res keeps foaming and heat to a minimum for long life)
7100= Top of the line...Killer Off Road shock on road just too stiff for my liking even in a big truck. of course these are the best longest life out of the bunch, and the most expensive.

So, now I have a new question. Has anyone adaped 5150s to fit their Ram? If so, what do you think?
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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 02:51 PM
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Did your friend suggest which length to use? They would probably work on the back, but the not on the front. I haven't seen them in person, but I would think the reservoir might hit the coil. You might be able to do 5100's in front and 5150's in back?
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Old Oct 8, 2004 | 04:53 PM
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Very true. I didn't even thing about that.
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