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Which Bilstein shocks should I get?

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Old 06-06-2013, 07:46 PM
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Default Which Bilstein shocks should I get?

Im trying to decide between the 5100's or the 4600's. I will be running an autospring 2.5 level with the Roadmaster Active Suspension in the rear. Since I wont be using the shocks for lift, which model would you guys recommend, 5100s set at 0 or the 4600s all around? appreciate the help.
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I'm also curious about this. When I checked their specifications, there's no specific info about valving differences.
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5100's...tried and true
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yeah, i guess i will stick with the 5100s. seems like they would be better with the level kit and RAS since the rears are for up to a 1" lift. price difference between the two isnt much either. i asked because i didnt know if the 4600s provided a better ride as ive seen that the 5100s do but its more of a sportier set up and wondered if the 4600s were more luxury/soft ride.
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I have the 4600s and they were a great upgrade from stock. They stopped the sideways jump the rear-end does while in a bumpy turn, and while firmer than stock, are smoother than stock.



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