Reviews for Bilstein Heavy Duty Gas Shock Set for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK with 0-2" Lift
Great ride, better than new. The passenger front position is a little frustrating but, if you've worked on anything before, you can do it. The other three are super easy. The boot does bunch up on stock ride height. Cut off ziptie pull it down to suit your liking, put on a new ziptie.
I recommend these, not just because they are a deal. They truly are very good.
These shocks give such a great ride and feel when driving that my 11 year old asked if I did something to the jeep. Smooths out the ride!
My OEM shocks were pretty much completely gone by the time I reached 75,000 miles, so it was time for a replacement. I chose these Bilsteins, since I am familiar with the company, and knew they would be quality shocks. Installed by dealership, together with levelling kit.
They are great shocks.
Great product
been on the vehicle for 4 years no problems 2015 saraha
Finally came in stock.
improved handling and ride
One of the best investments you can make. These took the high-mileage beater I am resurrecting and made it feel new(er). Every Wrangler should have Bilsteins.
Note that the front shocks take some work. For passenger side, if you do it by-the-book, you will have to disconnect the air intake and power steering fluid reservoir, loosen the fuse box (carefully de-clip, then once lifted out, disconnect green and blue wiring harnesses) to get it out of the way, and then remove battery and battery tray. Easier way is to pull the battery and cut a hole in battery tray to reach top bolt (16mm on OEM, 17mm on Bilstein).
For driver's side, invest in a 16mm Gearwrench to remove the OEM shock (get two, or have an adjustable wrench on hand, so you can grab the hex grip part at the top of the OEM shock), and then a 17mm Gearwrench to install the Bilstein.
Also, get these bolts to replace all the original bolts (07-18 JK):
4 x (Item # 56015 0043) Mopar 6104242AA M12x1.50 Hex Bolt for 07-20 Jeep Wrangler
4 x (Item # 56015 0044) Mopar 6104718AA Hex Flange Lock Nut for 07-20 Jeep Wrangler
4 x (Item # 56015 0052) Mopar 6104215AA Hex Flange Head Bolt, M10x1.50x25 for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler
Shock themselves are a great upgrade from stock. I never changed shocks in my Jeep before. Rear shocks were easy. The front shocks were a pain in the @#$@$. If you are not handy, have the shop put em in.