I'm looking at shockwarehouse and see they have the Bilstein 5100 series and the heavy duty.

heavy duty = 268
5100 = 320

Anyone know what the difference is? The heavy duty says for trucks with a gvw of over 8400.....

For the 5100 series it says you'll have to cut the bump stops. Anyone had to do that?

 

Get the HD's. I LOVE mine.

Also, check on eBay before you drop 320+ on them. I got my set brand new for less than 200.

 

X2 on Ebay.
I have the 5100s and love them but I think they are made for trucks with 2-3" leveling kits on the front.

 

I'm confused....which is better?
the hd's or the 5100's?
the 5100's are more?!?!?!

 

Are these the ones I want? They just say "heavy duty", nothing about 5100?

219 shipped!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/BILST...mZ200152210512

 

i bought 2 from lorenz and couldnt be happier...check his prices out too. i think like $79 a piece

brett

 

From Bilstein Website:

GETTING THE RIDE THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Bilstein mono-tube gas pressure shock absorbers are available in a wide variety of sizes and stiffness settings, depending
upon the vehicle type and use. All Bilstein shocks absorbers instantaneously self-adjust to changing road surfaces; in addition,
their performance does not gradually decline from age, use or heat, requiring no compensating manual adjustments as
with conventional multi-tube shocks. Shock stiffness settings are divided into five usage categories shown below.

HEAVY DUTY (HD)
For most vehicles including full-size sedans, SUVs and trucks. These shocks provide improved handling and stability without
sacrificing ride comfort. They offer super damping ability that makes them ideal for heavy hauling for occasional off-road use,
while maintaining an exceptional “street” ride.

5100 SERIES
For specific manufactured lift kits utilizing the stock OEM mounting configuration.
Self-adjusting deflective disc valving, Independent rebound and compression with superior control for larger diameter tires.

Not real descriptive but yes I think the HD's are the ones you want for a stock height truck.

 

I hope so....I just ordered them! Thanks for the help!

 

I've had the 5100s now for 3mo...and the ride is great. No coffee spills!
www.eshocks.com, free to ship for 297