Is Bilstein a good brand?

BILSTEIN was ranked Best Brand with 70.2% in the “Shock absorbers” category. In the “Suspension” segment, BILSTEIN was victorious with 21.30%. The next best company only achieved less than 11% of the votes.

Are there fake Bilstein shocks?

The fake has a casting closed at the bottom, a longer boss and is welded to the shock body on the upper side only. Viewed from below, the genuine part has a dimple in the centre of the end cap; the fake is smooth. The edge of the bellows on the Bilstein unit is precisely aligned to the steel crimping ring.

Are Bilstein shocks the best?

In our collective experience, Bilstein is the best shock for the money. They control suspension motion, help mitigate or control body sway and lean, and can make or break the pleasure you experience when driving.

What is so good about Bilstein shocks?

The rising rate valving of the Bilstein shock absorber provides the necessary damping to react quicker to road conditions without sacrificing ride comfort. Bilstein Gas Pressurized Shock Absorbers are the least expensive, fastest way, to dramatically improve the ride, handling and control of a vehicle.

Is Bilstein a German company?

BILSTEIN – Innovative Technologies “Made in Germany” The core BILSTEIN brand can look back on a 140-year history. When the company was founded in Altenvoerde (now Ennepetal) in 1873, no one dreamed what a great influence products from BILSTEIN would have one day on the road safety and driving comfort of the automobile.

How many miles do Bilstein 5100s last?

I have about 20K on my 5100s and they feel as good as when I installed them. I’d expect them to last at least 75K. If you drive like a bat out of hell, lots of offroad driving, and it sits outside in the elements with large temp swings, I’d be pretty happy with 60-80K out of them.

How long do BILSTEIN shocks last?

If you garage it most of the time and are mostly highway driving, no towing, and drive like a grandpa/grandma, then 100K seems quite reasonable. I have about 20K on my 5100s and they feel as good as when I installed them. I’d expect them to last at least 75K.