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🧾 Overview
The Bilstein B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable Front Shock Absorber is engineered to improve front suspension control and allow ride height adjustment on Ford F-150 models from 2009–2013. Featuring a high-pressure gas-charged monotube design with an adjustable lower spring seat, this shock lets you fine-tune front ride height from 0 up to ~3 inches of lift while maintaining consistent damping performance for both on-road comfort and off-road control.
✔ Provides 0–3″ front lift
✔ Gas-charged monotube design for consistent damping
✔ Adjustable spring seat for ride height tuning
✔ Sold individually — most applications require (2) shocks
🛠 Installation
- Direct replacement front shock with adjustable lower spring seat
- Adjustable spring seat allows 0–~3″ front lift range
- Uses factory mounting points — no cutting or fabrication required
- DIY-friendly install with basic hand tools
- No post-installation adjustments required once set
📌 Specs
- Position: Front
- Series: Bilstein B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable
- Internal Design: High-pressure gas-charged monotube
- Body Design: Snap-ring grooved body (coilover style)
- Body Diameter: 2.0 inches
- Piston Diameter: 46mm
- Shaft Diameter: 18mm
- Upper Mount Type: Stem
- Spring Seat Included: Yes
- Boot Included: No
- Adjustable Damping: Non-adjustable
- Lift Capability: 0–~3″ front ride height adjustment
- Quantity: Price shown is for (1) shock — most applications require (2)
⚠️ Fitment Notes
- 2009–2013 Ford F-150
- Designed for front suspension ride height tuning
- Provides 0–3″ of front lift