Strut Extension
Kits Can Create Over Extended Down-Travel
Coilover shocks are the factory down travel
limiter on the majority of applications. This
means that the OEM shock will stop the downward
motion of the suspension before component damage
occurs. Parts that may be damaged from
over-extension include ball joints, CV joints,
driveline or swaybar components. Most of these
suspension designs allow a little leeway for a
longer shock, typically about
1/2” to 3/4”.
By installing a strut extension spacer, you will
be increasing the overall length of the coilover
assembly by 1” to 2”. This will far exceed the
limits of the suspension down-travel and
increase the likelihood of component damage.
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Bilstein 5100 Series Leveling Shocks
account for the shortcomings found in
spacer kits:
• Multiple snap-ring grooves on the
shock body allow different spring seat
positions providing 0" to 2.75" of front
end lift, depending on application (see
back side)
• Utilizes the vehicle’s stock front
coil springs
• An extremely affordable and more
practical alternative to strut extension
and spring preload spacer kits, with the
benefit of Bilstein's superior monotube
design and performance
• Increases suspension travel
• Rear non height adjustable 5100 Series
shocks also available for the complete
performance package |
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Bilstein 5100 Series Leveling Shocks are 1/2” to
3/4” longer, depending on application, than the
O.E. shocks they replace. Yet, they are designed
to prevent over-extension of the suspension
travel and possible component damage. All 5100
Leveling Shocks are designed to optimize
available suspension travel.
On strut
extension kit applications, the most common
issue you may notice is a loud “popping” or
“banging” noise from the front end as the shock
completely tops out. The noise is caused from
either the ball joint binding or the upper A-arm
contacting the coil spring. This is most
noticeable when the vehicle encounters sharp
suspension inputs such as a speed bump.
Adjustable Ride
Height
Bilstein 5100 Series Leveling
Shocks offer multiple spring seat positions for
ride height adjustment ranging from stock height
up to 2.75”, depending on the application. This
allows you to select the right amount of lift
needed to achieve the look you desire.
To
change the ride height, you simply need to move
the external snap ring into the desired
position. The spring seat is then indexed over
the snap ring, encapsulating it for maximum
strength. The spring seat and snap ring assembly
on 5100 Leveling Shocks are extremely durable
and capable of withstanding significant loads.
Height adjustments on the 5100 Series
Leveling Shocks can only be made with the
coilover assemblies off the vehicle. |
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