Hey guys, new to the forum. Still looking around and figuring out where everything is.

In the meantime, I figured I would pop my first question.

Just picked up a new to me 2020 Screw 6.5' bed 4x4, 3.5.

I am looking to replace the rear shocks with some Bilsteins 5100s or maybe the fox 2.0 since I live in the rust belt.

My question is, this truck came with helper air bags on the rear for towing, which Bilstein 5100 would I need?
I see they make ones for 0-1" of lift in the back, and ones for up to 2" of lift in the back. Which ones would be correct for my truck? I also believe the truck is leveled in the front, and I do not plan on lifting the truck or anything.

Also, would I be better off going with the fox option (or any other option) since I live in the rust belt. I saw some posts where the bils don't hold up to the salt well.


Thanks for any insight guys!

 

I bought 4600's since I wasn't changing the height

 

I just installed these a few days ago. No lift on my truck.

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  • Bilstein B8 5100 Series Truck, Jeep & SUV Shocks & Struts
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      • Vehicle2020 Ford F-150
      • SubmodelXLT, 4WD
      • AutoAnything SKU6331718
      • Part Number33-253190

 

This might be helpful info for you:

https://www.f150forum.com/attachment...s-bilstein.pdf

 

Thanks for the info guys

 

I'm Staying with my OEM 4600 for now after watching these two videos.