Bilstein 4600 or 5100 for stock ride height

[Lippy]

Hey, I'm thinking of upgrading shocks on my 2021 PowerBoost 4WD. Very little off-road driving. Just highway and snow. Stock ride height, Yokohama G015 Geolandars. Either the 4600 or 5100, which I know is for 0-2.5" lift, but looks so much better. I'd greatly appreciate any commentary from experience with either of these. Worth it?

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[Snakebitten]

5100's work at stock height too. You are not required to set the perch ring higher than stock if you choose not to.

Both great choices for value. The 5100's do have the anti-corrosion coating and look great, in my opinion.

 

[PBXL]

I plan on lifting my front 2.5 inches and rear 1.75 inches and using Bilstein 5100s.

I already have the rear shocks since the part numbers are the same for 2015-2022.

I am still waiting on delivery of the front shocks, which are different for 2021-2022 compared to 2015-2020.

When I get the fronts, I will get everything installed and provide feedback.

Some people have already installed the Bilsteins for 2015-2020 successfully and I haven't seen any complaints. I just personally wanted to wait for 2021-2022 specific parts.

 

[Larryfl1]

Can anyone describe the ride quality of the 4600 vs 5100 vs stock? I have a stock 21 platinum fx4 and like the ride smoothness just dont like the wavy that occurs on dips and turns..

 

[K9shag]

I plan on lifting my front 2.5 inches and rear 1.75 inches and using Bilstein 5100s.

I already have the rear shocks since the part numbers are the same for 2015-2022.

I am still waiting on delivery of the front shocks, which are different for 2021-2022 compared to 2015-2020.

When I get the fronts, I will get everything installed and provide feedback.

Some people have already installed the Bilsteins for 2015-2020 successfully and I haven't seen any complaints. I just personally wanted to wait for 2021-2022 specific parts.

Do you have the part #'s where did you order them from? Local shop here could not find a part # for the 21.

 

[PBXL]

Do you have the part #'s where did you order them from? Local shop here could not find a part # for the 21.

This is the 2021+ specific front coilovers:

B8 5100 (RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE) - SHOCK ABSORBER
Part Number: 24-323680Series: B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable)Notes:- Front Lift Height: 0-2.5"

 

[K9shag]

This is the 2021+ specific front coilovers:

B8 5100 (RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE) - SHOCK ABSORBER
Part Number: 24-323680Series: B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable)Notes:- Front Lift Height: 0-2.5"

Thank you.

 

[PBXL]

I ordered from Summit Racing, but these are actually not in stock anywhere and the last I heard was it would be delivered directly from Bilstein 2/25:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bsn-24-323680

 

[ADPSMP]

Received my 2021 specific 5100's yesterday and will be having them installed on my xlt fx4 next week.
Will provide feedback once they are on.

 

[K9shag]

I ordered from Summit Racing, but these are actually not in stock anywhere and the last I heard was it would be delivered directly from Bilstein 2/25:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/bsn-24-323680

I ordered mine as well from 4WP. end of the month eta.

 

[bosro]

Ive had the Bilstein 5100s on last 4 trucks.
Just got them installed yesterday on the 21.
I only go up 1.5" in front....carry bikes and haul a trailer so dont want it completely level.
I have about 1" of rake still(was 2.5")
Truck is smoother riding,doesnt dive as much under hard braking,or have as much body roll on corners.
I honestly dont really do it for a better ride tho.
I want the extra clearance in front for our snowy season here....and dislike using spacers to do it.
And yes it looks better level or close to it.
Ill post pic when I have the chance.

 

[ADPSMP]

Front 5100's installed last week at 2" setting. They were a little stiff initially, but seem to be settling in and have softened up a bit already.
Ford service had a little difficulty getting it aligned afterward but finally got it dead on. Waiting until it warms up a bit before I install the rears.
Very happy with the stance...but may put some 34's on...maybe.

Before

After

 

[bosro]

Front 5100's installed last week at 2" setting. They were a little stiff initially, but seem to be settling in and have softened up a bit already.
Ford service had a little difficulty getting it aligned afterward but finally got it dead on. Waiting until it warms up a bit before I install the rears.
Very happy with the stance...but may put some 34's on...maybe.

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Saw an F150 with 285/60/20s on the stock rims other day and my next set of tires I may go that route.
I dont like to mostly because of the increased weight and stiffness of LT tires.
But it filled out the wheelwells and had just the perfect amount of poke for me.
Not a 34' tire but 33.5"

 

[SportySpace]

Can anyone describe the ride quality of the 4600 vs 5100 vs stock? I have a stock 21 platinum fx4 and like the ride smoothness just dont like the wavy that occurs on dips and turns..

Found this YouTube video that shows a quick comparison between the 4600 & 5100 shocks.

 

[Tobstertx3]

Looking for some advice.

I have a RWD EB that I have installed lowering shackles on the rear as well as installed the Bilstein 4600 on the rear. Front is still stock at present.

I still have about 1-1/3” rake that I’m trying to get rid of. The 4600 would do me just fine on the front also as my truck is only really used on street roads but I would like the adjustable height to level out the rake.

I looked at installing the Bilstein 5100 with the adjustable height on the front but it seems these are for 4WD only??

Anyone got any recommendations for an alternative?

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