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OEM 4x4 shocks were just too soft to deal with the reduction in suspension travel. As I was looking for ride quality and handling improvements I chose a set of Bilsteins (P/N BE5-6081-H0 and BE5-6082-H0). After a straightforward installation, the maddening bobbing up and down on the highway was eliminated and the truck felt more composed under braking and acceleration. Although body roll was still a problem it was more predictable. The base 4x4 shocks are so bad I should have upgraded to Bilsteins or Edelbrocks as my first mod. Notice the factory lift block is no longer stuffed between the axle and leaf spring.
2004 Chevy Silverado - Silver Autocross

 OEM 4x4 shocks were just too soft to deal with the reduction in suspension travel. As I was looking for ride quality and handling improvements I chose a set of Bilsteins (P/N BE5-6081-H0 and BE5-6082-H0). After a straightforward installation, the maddening bobbing up and down on the highway was eliminated and the truck felt more composed under braking and acceleration. Although body roll was still a problem it was more predictable. The base 4x4 shocks are so bad I should have upgraded to Bilsteins or Edelbrocks as my first mod. Notice the factory lift block is no longer stuffed between the axle and leaf spring.  View Related Article

 

 

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