2016 FX4 Shocks
#1
2016 FX4 Shocks
I see a lot of people posting about changing their rear shocks to the Bilstein 5100 because the stock are crap. Does this include the 4wd FX4 package shocks. It says they are different shocks than standard pickup (off road tuned shocks)
#2
Yep. Change 'em.
They're not total crap. They really aren't. But the Bilsteins are better, and worth the few hundred bucks to me (and others).
HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of F150's use the stock shocks and are never changed.
They're not total crap. They really aren't. But the Bilsteins are better, and worth the few hundred bucks to me (and others).
HUNDREDS of THOUSANDS of F150's use the stock shocks and are never changed.
#3
I have a 2016 FX4. The first time I got to a bridge with an expansion joint my wife asked why the rear end jumped out to the side so much. A few days later I hit interstate that was wavy and found it difficult to keep the truck straight for all the hopping at 70MPH. Ordered the Bilstein 5100's for the rear that night and have never questioned my decision.
#4
I have a 2015 Lariat FX4 and changed the rears at 100k. Like the other gent suggested i am glad i changed them. Originals were not leaking but not responsive like the Bilstein. Like the gas was almost gone in the original and the oil was heavy. The ride is more compliant today. Fronts are next. Easy to do the rears and less than 30 minutes. Go for it!
#6
Official HTT Greeter
my '16 FX4 shocks were fine, actually great, for about 20k miles. Then I started getting a little side-hop. As it slowly got worse I went ahead and ordered rear B5100s. For $140, they got rid of the hop. It may be a little stiffer than stock, but I like a firmer ride.
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#9
I just did my rear 5100's today. I will echo what others have said - after a 20 mi test ride on everything from 4 lane to a twisty chip and seal country road. NOTICEABLE difference over stock. Not as much hopping around in the back. Feels much more in control. Worth every penny! Note: I only have 500 mi on the new truck. Still....worth every penny.
Last edited by donhuns; 09-20-2017 at 10:50 AM.
#10
Senior Member
The shocks that where on my FX4 have F250 part numbers
Super stiff
Super stiff