Bilstein 0 to 2" too short for 2.5" leveling kit?

Boxer · Feb 8, 2016

Have a Readylift 2.5" leveling kit being installed tommorow. wanting to install Bilstein 5100 shocks but they say 0 to 2" lift? are these fine for a 2.5" readylift leveling kit or are they going to be short? I will only be doing some light off roading so dont need anything too crazy if it matters?

sootie · Feb 9, 2016

if they arent correct for the application. dont use them. Its not that they wont work, its whether you enjoy topping out your shocks every time you go over a bump on the freeway.

Boxer · Feb 9, 2016

have noticed that guys are running this setup. should i run a shock that is made for a 4" lift then even know i only have a 2-1/2" level?

sootie · Feb 9, 2016

no. get the appropriate shock for your application.

josh@thedieselcartel · Feb 9, 2016

I can get you a superior fox shock that will be for your height needed.

Boxer · Feb 9, 2016

Sounds good but I am located in Kelowna, bc canada, would cost me huge to get it out of the states right now and our dollar sucks. Could you help me out with the part numbers .

sootie · Feb 9, 2016

What truck are you installing them on?

Boxer · Feb 9, 2016

2015 f350 crew long srw 6.2 gas

Boxer · Feb 10, 2016

I ended up going with the pro comp pro runner shocks. Got really good reviews and valved for your truck. Getting installed tomorrow .

sootie · Feb 11, 2016

ouch.

UNBROKEN · Feb 11, 2016

Ugh...enjoy the 10K miles that they'll last before you buy new shocks again.

smokinstroker · Feb 11, 2016

Don't you love when people don't take advice...

Boxer · Feb 11, 2016

I put 12,000 kms on my truck last year. Pro comp pro runners come with lifetime warranty, valves specifically for individual trucks and 50% cheaper. Sorry if I hurt your feelings by making my own decision based on information collected from this and other forums. Lol.

JRLott · Feb 11, 2016

So that's...7,500 miles? Lifetime warranties on some things make me nervous. Brake pads, shocks, and toilet paper are three of them. Lifetime brake pads usually dust like fv(k, and need to be replaced in 12,000 miles or less, but at least you can take them off, go to the parts house, and get your replacements fairly hassle free. What are you gonna run for shocks while yours are getting rebuilt? I've had a few sets of Bilsteins that I was quite happy with. Just bought a set for the new truck. $70 each. Wanted Fox, but that'll have to wait a bit. Hope these are as decent as the last sets. Some feedback hasn't been great lately, but I've never heard anything good about Pro Comp shocks...not long term.

sootie · Feb 11, 2016

Boxer said:
I put 12,000 kms on my truck last year. Pro comp pro runners come with lifetime warranty, valves specifically for individual trucks and 50% cheaper. Sorry if I hurt your feelings by making my own decision based on information collected from this and other forums. Lol.

It's ok, people like you have to learn the hard way...

makes me wonder why you ask questions at all?