Bilstein 5160 Reservoir Shocks
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- Опубликовано: 10 фев 2018
- This is an installation and review of the Bilstein 5160 that I replaced the factory Rancho's that GM puts on the Z71. Here are links to all of the products used in this installation:
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I went with the 5160's over the 5100's due to the Chevy Shake issue and I really wanted to be sure I could rule out shocks as a component so I went one step further.
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Sir, by you taking time out to move that spare tire out of the way tells me that you are dedicated to your viewers. Awesome review sir, job well done. Take care buddy.
Thanks. I appreciate the kind words. I try to think about the viewer always.
Best 5160 install and review video I've seen. No bs, straight to the point.
Thanks!!! I appreciate that!!
Well done! I'm convinced that my 2019 needs these. I'll be ordering a set for the rear as soon as they are in stock.
Im in awe of how easy it appears. Getting a new to me tundra and these were installed.
Now thats technical. No bullshits. Great work💪
Thanks!!!
@@GearsGadgets I agree. You're really good at this.
You did a great job with this RUclips video. The drone view of the washboard AZ road, side by side comparison of the original versus new shocks in operation, FLIR data and the replacement procedure...WOW!. I just drove down a washboard AZ road tonight in a 1996 GMC Z71 Sierra and thought it was going to shake the fillings out of my teeth. I always wondered if I should replace the factory shocks with something better. You answered my question. Thanks!
Thanks T Kinsey, I appreciate it!!!
Seen a few videos on 5160 installations, your one is the Best, straight and simple, I did my F150 the same way! Thanks
Thanks Cesar, I appreciate it.
Wow. Very professionally made video. Some important information that others rarely provide.
Pro video, love the IR camera before and after on the test loop. Awesome!
KTMwyo14 thanks!!
Yes, I’ve always heard people talk about temp differences but never NEVER a thermal image. He went above and beyond.
This video is brilliant thanks for such a comprehensive review
Thank you S Levesque
Excellent video looks great I'll keep an eye out for your 6112 review I'm a huge fan of Bilstein, I'm currently running B 5100 front and back it feel awesome
Thanks I appreciate it. The 6112’s should be coming soon. I’m waiting on Bilstein to release them. Feel free to subscribe for future videos. Thanks for watching.
Fantastic review. You have a nice talent for narrating.
Thanks Mauro Torres, I appreciate it!!!
thanks for the video, you sold me on them was looking for KINGs on my 01 tundra but now im leaning to do upgraded billsteins all the way around. (the oem bilsteins mine came with are only so good after 21 years)
Thanks, happy I could help. I actually just did another video on them too since your comment. ruclips.net/video/55zr3LuemwI/видео.html
Great video , very informative and simple explanation.
Glad it was helpful!
Going to do it to my 16 Yukon.thanks for great video
Thanks Ahmed Mohammed, I appreciate it!!!
Finally a decent shock comparison video with some actual scientific proof that one shock is better than the other instead of some idiot mouthing about how "this one feels better and its shiny" Love the vid I plan on upgrading my smooth body 5125s to the 5165s soon
Thanks Greg Olson, I appreciate it!!!
Great review!!
great video- you are a scientific stud Sir
Thanks. I appreciate it. I try to put in as much time as I have on every video.
Great video. No bs and covered all the info id want to know about the product. Instant sub from me!
Thanks Cale Shanks, I appreciate it!!!
Threw these and deaver mini packs on the rear of my 2020 Silverado and it takes big hits way better. It stays planted to the ground and no more harsh bottom outs. Now for some 6112’s
Great effort with all the extra's and editing in this video...thumbs up (even with all the "Bilschteins" in there)? Good call going w the 6112's eventually on the front!
Thanks I appreciate it. It is a German company so SHTINE would be proper .I took German in high school thus I am an expert. Just kidding, I did take German, but I am probably on 3rd grade level at this point. Anyway, I try to pronounce things properly. Who knows if I am right. Its like Porsche being pronounced Poorsh or Porshah. Anyway. I appreciate the positive comment. The 6112's should be on the way soon. I spoke with Bilstein and they will be released for the K2XX trucks VERY soon.
Great tutorial and review. Question, would these take care of bead hop while traveling interstate speed on concrete with expansion joints?
Nicely done video 👍🏼.
MilkBone3327 thanks. I appreciate the positive feedback!!
Tech Chex & Motor Vlogs Looking forward to the 6112 review. Thanks
Very nice video, I have a 2011 gmc 1500 and wonder if these are available for the front struts, they sure would look badass on the rig haha
Thanks Zack Daniels, I appreciate it!!!
Great video
Thanks, I appreciate it.!!
Good information
Thanks
Thank you Jack Smith
Great informative video! Do you think these would help if towing a small travel trailer with my Tacoma?
Bary Thompson thanks Barry!! They would help over stock shocks when it comes to heat dissipation. It wouldn’t really give you anymore towing capacity but would keep the shocks cooler which should help keep the rear end more composed.
Nice video
Thanks AM44 _, I appreciate it!!!
If he was more of an exciting speaker and if he didn’t say Bilstein like “bilshtine” then he could really have something going with this channel bc this is a great review
Kason Frigetto appreciate the constructive criticism. Also. “bilshtine” is the appropriate pronunciation. It’s like getting mad at someone for saying Porshuh instead of Porsh for Porsche. I appreciate the kind words on the review though and a agree the dialog is a little drab. Stay tuned for my 6112 review coming shortly.
Gears & Gadgets I wonder why the people who work for Bilstein don’t say it like that then
Damn, great vide. Dude has some serious gear to get that info. Good shit and congrats on being able to afford all that 😂
Thanks I appreciate it.
Big difference!!!
100%
Legend has it, he’s still waiting for the 6112s..
I actually have them in my garage. Problem is my garage is 110 degrees and I haven’t really felt like working out there. It’s coming soon!!
Lol
Gears & Gadgets still waiting lol
Hi there, I have 2017 GMC Sierra all terrain x and I want to make my ride smoother. Truck tends to go sideways on bumps so putting Bilstein can prevent that.. ride is stiffer with rancho and I can feel every bump on the road while driving. I never drove Denali , does magnetic shocks gives a smoother rides.
I think the magnetic ride is probably best but the Bilsteins are incredibly good at keeping the truck from going sideways on bumps.
Been researching a ton on shocks for my 2005 f250 diesel. I believe it’s stock high but I have 35’s on it and I was wondering if I can put these on all 4 corners.
I am not sure about the F250 setup. I am not qualified to start recommending suspension setups on unfamiliar vehicles.
I have a 2016 Sequoia SR5 Fwd. I am planning to go with 6112 coilover in the front (fully assembled,
Sku 47-310971-ASB-2).
On the rear, struggling to decide between 5100 shocks (sku 33-187280) and 5160. Any advise?
Looking for a softer ride on the pavement.
My stock shocks were terrible. After hitting a bump all 180lbs of me would fly out of the seat and hit the headliner. I used Bilstein 5100 in the front and rear; night and day difference!
I agree jewllake. Thanks for the comment.
Great vid! Going to order the 6112 and 5160 for my z71 19' tahoe. Did you get a chance to install the 6112's? If so, how are they?
I have the 6112’s ready to install next weekend. Video coming soon
Just installed the same 5160’s to the back of my 2018 - do you have any play in the top of the shock? I’ve torqued it down to the recommended 66ft but still have a mm or 2 of side to side play ??? Thanks
Hope you find the fronts, tried searching too.
Im waiting on a reply from Bilstein to find out the status on them.
Could the reservoir be installed the other direction so the hose is straight? I saw that in another vid. I have the 6112's in my 01 4Runner in the front, but the 5160's weren't out yet so I went with the 5100's in the rear.
I dont see why not but I dont recall what the directions said. Knowing me I did it by the book
Could I put one of these 5160s on my stock hieght titan? I thought these were made for lifted trucks.
Regis Riley they work on non-lifted trucks. My truck isn’t lifted and they worked great. Just make sure you buy the 0-2” shocks.
I have 2019 Chevy Silverado truck with no lift, will these 5160 shocks work with my truck. the stock that came on this truck has a rough ride looking to get a better ride.
Yeah they should work fine. My truck is stock.
Will these improve my ride after installing 1.5" blocks? On an 05 tacoma pre runner ? I have 4600 on now
I am not totally sure because they will probably feel different truck to truck. I wouldn’t want to steer you wrong.
What i want to know is how would this exposed shaft hold up in new England weather wouldn't get rusty and start to leak without any sleve protecting it like 5100s have.
I certainly cant test that here in AZ.
I have the whole front and rear kit on my tacoma and the feeling in the ruff trail is awsome due to the front strut (way better) and the rear appear to be welder to the road especialy in fast curve in inegal paved road.
The big problem is the finish quality!
The paint is really ...cheap
If your truck see the winter, 1 winter and it is over, they will be rusted like hell!
Here in Arizona I probably wouldn't have that issue but thanks for sharing. I have heard that before.
@@GearsGadgets Im thinking about putting these on my 2015 Tacoma trd off road 4x4 along with some 6112 up front. Regarding rust: Wouldnt you be able to spray the outside with some rust protective spray?
How do they Perform on the road
i am waiting for the new gmc sierra 2021 regular cab
Is it convenient to switch to bilstein 6112 forward and 5160 back at the dealer
If you can swing paying the dealer for it I would go that way.
Im looking at an adjustable 3" level/lift and Bilstein makes these for my truck in a 1.5" lift or 4-6" lift for the front, not sure which to go with
That is a good question. I kind of in the middle there. I wouldn't go with the 1.5" option if I had to gamble I would go 4-6.
How do you feel they changed the ride on the highway? Help with the bouncing?
Yes
What is the part # for that resi mount
Eco King the link is in the video description.
Tengo una grand cherokee 2006 cree que funcione?
Great video. Why hasn't someone else used a thermal camera for the 5160's? Makes the decision a bit easier.
I appreciate that. I am hoping to get my hands on the 6112's when they come out too. Still waiting on them.
The temp gain test is key to longevity! Bilsteins will outlast the Ranchos also!
Absoltely. Thanks for watching. My 6112 video is coming this winter.
Or is it the opposite these shocks help keep your ball bearings and joints last longer?
No dust boots on them? The could wear out fast! Are there any dust cover boots avaiable?
They didnt come with any, you can buy aftermarket dust boots.
The bill Stein is a piggyback shop which means that there's more oil and more place for the oil to go so that's why it was cooler
Yep
So 5160 reservior shock vs. Fox 2.0 non res. Which one is better off road?
I have never tried to fox shocks but I would think the reservoir 5160 will be better than a non-reservoir of a competing brand. I think the Fox 2.0 is just a bit of an upgraded standard shock but wont have the same cooling capability of the reservoir shocks. This is just my opinion since I am not a suspension pro.
Is the ride smoother or stiffer? I’m looking for the smoothest ride I can get since I don’t tow much. Thank you.
Definitely smoother and more composed over bumps. I can tell the difference not only off road but over things like speed bumps are a big difference too.
Gears & Gadgets thanks man.
No problem. I plan on doing an update video sometime in the near future if you want to subscribe.
researching about these shocks for my 2015 Silverado, and found your video! excellent! thank you!! and oh they 6112 are finally out for this silverado/sierra trucks. I found them at 4wheelparts.com for 732.99
Thanks I appreciate it. I actually have the 6112's in my garage ready to install. Just need the time to do it so that video will be coming soon
@@GearsGadgets That is great! how do you like them!? I'm just about to pull the trigger on your exact setup. I'm still researching if my towing capabilities will diminish with this shock and coilover set.
Can you run these on stock heights?
Yeah it keeps it stock height.
Any thoughts on the 4600 stock struts/shocks for the Tacoma??
Trash! Buy some 6112 in the front and 5160 on the rears.
Yeah
just wondering where you get those steel toe slippers from 😂
Boot barn.
I just put some 5100 series on my Hummer H2.
Sorry for the super late reply CHEVY BOY!!!!. I appreciate that you stopped by the channel and apologize for not responding WAY sooner.
I just ordered these and the 6112 (new model 6112 that starts at 1.85") for my 18.
Question. (I'm sure the packaging will tell me.) But GM rear shocks are typically mounted shaft up, shock body down.
I've noticed you and many other folks mount these 5160s body up, shaft down. Is that intentional because it's bilsteins specified? Or is it something you tested and determined was better?
Just curious before I tackle my install. Though admittedly, rears are easy haha.
How are these compares to standard 2.0 fox shocks
Good question. I have never run the fox 2.0’s
How are these compared too the 5100's?
Ty
I havent ever run the 5100’s but the added oil reservoir of the 5160’s certainly help them run cooler and would lead to better performance. If price is a big deal for you I think the 5100’s are fine but for me, when I do these kinds of projects I always spend a little more since I am already making the time and effort to do the work.
all steel bodied? Looks pretty good, but. .You can get king coilovers up to three inches of lift in front for only $1500 i wouldnt bother with anything but kings up front!
Fair enough
Did you ever find the 6112's? If so, I'd love your input! Great video!
I need the coil overs for the front of a 2002 Silverado
Installed last weekend, I have some shots to film this weekend and the video should be out by mid next week.
@@GearsGadgets sound good man, let us know when the video is up
Chevy Silverado this Tuesday it will go up
@@GearsGadgets hell yeah man 🤙 looking forward to seeing it
I need a pair for my tacoma
is it more comfort on daily driving than oem
Absolutely.
Can I get front rear for 17 Silverado 6.2 Ltz
Not sure the question.
Stage3motorsports has them
Thank you Eco King
I was going to pull the trigger on some 5100s and now I'm wondering if the extra cash is worth it on the 5160s. Ahh.
I think it is.
Mine lasted about 4 years on a tundra
Are these also scalable to lifted trucks?
I am not 100% sure to be honest.
Can i put then on 2016 escalade esv with magnetic ride?oem shock died or they just sucks😂
Sorry to hear that. I just looked it up, looks like they are not compatible with an ESV.
@@GearsGadgets i think they not compatible because of magnetic ride will give light.
do you think it would need boots ?
I don't think so.
Any big reason you chose these over the Fox 2.0s?
Mainly because the Fox isn’t a reservoir shock. I think you get way more bang for your buck and a better product out of Bilstein IMHO
@@GearsGadgets Thanks for the reply! One more question, did anything else come of the vibration issue past the settlement video? I have a 2014 Silverado, and after watching your mini series I am extremely geared towards not even telling the service department about this and waiting for a true fix. I have extended warranty, but with all the trouble you faced while under Manufacturers warranty, I imagine I wouldn't get anywhere close to having them "fix" it. Please any info you have gained after the settlement would be appreciated,
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@@GearsGadgets
What year is your truck? The link is saying these 5160s won’t fit a 2015 Chevy 1500
Mine was a 2015
@@GearsGadgets weird. The link doesn’t even give an option for the 1500
These seem to be the 5100’s but just with a piggyback reservoir
Thinking of doing Kings on the front and these on the back with some Camburgs..for the price I really like these.
Do it!!
Still have the trucks and setup?
Yes sir. m.ruclips.net/video/sZ6-MzuLnCY/видео.html
@@GearsGadgets watching that video now, lol. 👍
Anyone thinking of buying these that lives were it snows and the city puts alot of salt on the road, spray it down with fluid film, have had mine for roughly 2 years and no sign of rust (🤞)
Where’s the update video?
It’s coming. I was waiting on Bilstein to release the 6112’s and to do an update then. It’s taking a little longer than anticipated. I will do an update in the near future.
good job nice video
Thanks Basheer Dweik, I appreciate it!!!
Been wanting to buy these for some time now.. but they are always out of stock
They are absolutely worth it.
If you don't know already because this was posted a few months ago you can get the 6112 through camburg.
I looked but I didn't see them on their website for the Sierra/Silverado platform.
Serious question. I have a '02 Suburban, the rear comes with air shocks. What do you think about putting the 5160s on it?
I think it’s a good idea as long as they fit. I love my 5160’s
Hi, 2018 Silverado single cab, standard bed WT. Removed rear OEM blocks to level truck. With shorter wheelbase ride is a bit rough. Don't tow or haul. Any recommendations to help smooth the ride? I feel most of the issue is from the rear. Thx.
Ride is rough with the Billsteins or factory shocks?
@@GearsGadgets I have both front and rear OEM shocks with less than 4K miles on the truck.
These Bilsteins really do an incredible job smoothing things over.
2wrdr i had a 2008 Silverado single cab with bisteins 5100 all around. The truck felt much responsive to bumps and potholes and the truck going sideways running over potholes was minimal. I now have a 2017 Silverado single cab and those OEM shocks are TRASH. My truck twerks each time I’m up to speed and I hit a nasty pothole. From my experience, I highly recommend you get some bilstein shocks.
@@4244john Thanks for those responses. It looks like I have another upgrade to do.
you put the lower bolt in backwards
also the the shocks should be facing the other direction
A S oh your right I did. I’m not sure how you caught that but good eye!! Thanks for watching. I will flip it around.
A S I don’t think shock facing front or back is a thing but I could be wrong. As long as the fittings are clear of obstruction and the hoses are clear I don’t see how that makes a difference. Theoretically I could see bolts being an issue as they are angled and if the nut backed off the bolt could drop out vs the other way the bolt would possibly stay in (could still walk out). The directions I had didn’t mention facing shocks in any specific directions.
I recently installed 5160's on my Tacoma and i agree these shocks are huge upgrade from the stock shocks. Flip the lower bolts around and you're good to go.
I thought shiny surfaces dont read correctly with infrared cameras.
I know mirrored surfaces or tin foil type surfaces would have that issue but im not sure how much it would apply to a zinc coated surface. Not arguing, you may be right.
we here at desert rat can help you if you still need them
I somehow missed this comment. Sorry. Question. I have the 6112's for the front. Do you want to collab and install them for me? I have the coil spring compressors and can do it in my garage but I would rather promote a shop who can do it safely and not kill myself in the process. Thoughts?
Bilshtine??
That's how it's pronounced. It's a German company.
It’s actually pronounced bill-steen. Currently stationed in Germany
@@TheBogeyBros You are not correct.
forvo.com/word/bilstein/
Yes. Thats how it is pronounced.
🤣Annunciation police out in full force🤣
Dont your ball bearings and joints break before these shocks..
Could a non mechanic install these in his driveway?
If you can change your brakes or do an oil change and understand how a jack works, I would say yes. If you are uncomfortable I would take it somewhere. But I am not a mechanic and I did it.
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I’m putting your exact same set up on my Toyota Tacoma
You won't regret it
Dang. That might just be the first time I’ve heard Bilstein pronounced correctly. Or “correctly”. Depending on your belief
Thanks!! It seemed to annoy more people than it pleased.
its german name, we dont know how to pronounced it.