Bilstein 24-186643 5100 Series Front Shock fits 2002 2006 Avalanche with 2-2.5" Lift - Monotube Design, Fade Free Performance, Optimal Performance

Direct bolt on replacement for my original shocks that were really shot after 130,000 miles. Considered the OEM Bilsteins but these got such great reviews that it really swayed my decision. These are very expensive but it was worth every penny. Initially felt slightly stiff but either I'm getting used to them or they are loosening up slightly. These really restored my ride quality. I've hit some potholes hard that I couldn't dodge and these really do a wonderful job dampening. General highway driving I would say that the ride was firm but not harsh. Going into bends these help keep the truck level. Braking dive changed drastically for the better. Overall money well spent. Even the guys at the local garage had a good time making fun of them. "Hey look at the truck with the chrome bilsteins!" Although they are actually a brushed aluminum housing they do look good. Thanks Amazon!

These shocks went in without a problem on my 99' Z71 Silverado. The only minor issue seems that the shock boot is set a little too high up on the shock and stays compressed too much. I would recommend snipping off the zip tie holding the bottom edge of the boot and sliding it down the shock tube a bit to lengthen it. Then zip tie it back. Otherwise perfect. The ride handling on the front end is way improved. I noticed a huge difference in corning, bumps and stops. Great set of shocks at a good price.

I installed these on my 2006 Tahoe LT 4WD after I installed lift torsion keys and took it up around 1 3/4" inches in the front to level it out. I can't stand the jacked up back end look. No more diving in the front at braking and they seem to soak up the bumps much better than the extended factory shocks. To be honest though, by cranking up your torsion keys the ride will still be stiffer than the factory ride even with these shocks. You end up felling more of the smaller cracks and imperfections not so much the big pot holes though, these shocks take care of that no problem. I installed a pair on the front in the driveway in about an hour. Don't go with the goofy extenders on your factory worn out shocks. These are worth the money and will make you smile after the first ride down the street. I drive 98% on road a year just to let you know. Buy these and play it safe and be happy. You can tell the quality of these shocks right away. You wont find a cheaper price online either.

The challenge when buying shocks and looking at reviews that say too hard and too soft is the reviewer. Some people like soft floaty rides and slow cornering and some people like the European style of firmness and hard cornering. Chevy Tahoe owners tend to be in the floaty camp because the Tahoe is viewed more of a car and less of a truck. I am in the firm camp. These were easy to install if you have done this before and the ride is nicely firm. It doesnt rattle your teeth going over railroad tracks but it doesnt float at all. Not as firm as our European car but as close as you are going to get. OVerall a good replacement for the Z71

Great product would definitely buy again

After cranking my torsion bars, the ride quality got progressively worse. I replaced the aftermarket Vigor front "air" shocks with these and it feels so much better. Much more planted and now my truck isn't rattling itself to pieces on every bump. Definitely worth it if you plan on lifting your ride. 2005 GMC Yukon xl Denali

After putting the truck on the ground, I gave the front end the old bounce test and was blown away by the Cadillac squishyness as if the shocks weren't even there! Way softer than the aftermarket no-name twin tubes I had on. And that's just it. These are MONOTUBES... with a much more dynamic dampening curve. Super light on the short stroke compressing just the gas and ramping up stiffness on the bigger strokes. The result? Well, most notable improvement is in the dips and railroad crossings. Way faster compensation and smoother ride. The trade-off? Initial body roll is immediate if you yank the steering wheel. Not necessarily a bad thing so don't be alarmed. It actually equates to better handling. The suspension is just settling to where it's already going to be, just faster. I don't know how people are saying these are stiffer. I drive a half-ton.

These shocks exceed expectations in every way. After I "cranked" the stock torsion keys up to their limits to level my 2005 Avalache 2wd, the stock height shocks I had on the vehicle did not have enough height to allow the front suspension to move through its full range of motion; causing a very choppy ride over bumps and off camber parts of roads when the now too short shocks were working against the torsion bars. These Bilsteins solved that problem, and then some! My truck corners flatter, dips the nose less under braking, and rides smoother than it ever did with any brand of shock I've had on before."(AC Delco, Gaberial, Monroe). Even if you haven't lifted your vehicle, Bilstein rates these for vehicles ranging from stock height up to 3 inches of lift, so don't sweat it. Just buy these shocks if you want a comfortable ride from your truck again. One thing to note, these shocks with my coil sprung rear end seem to squat slightly more and dip more over the rough stuff when towing. If you're maxing out your tow rating regularly you might want a heavier duty option.

easy to install, look fantastic heavy duty shock. my 2004 sierra feels brand new the ride is excellent. very impressed. bang for buck for sure

Put these shocks on my 06 Avalanche with the timberin suspension enhancement system my ride is greatly improved highly recommended

ordered there dec 2020 oil leaked out of one on jan 27 would not recommend

Perfect replacement for the front shocks in a 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 with torsion bars!

Good product