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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 2009–2013 Ford F-150 trucks. This gas-charged monotube shock features an adjustable lower spring seat that lets you tune the front ride height with original equipment (OE) springs to provide 0–2.25″ of front lift, while maintaining Bilstein’s signature damping performance over varied terrain.
✔ Provides 0–2.25″ front lift with OE springs
✔ Gas-charged monotube design for consistent damping
✔ Adjustable lower 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 0–2.25″ front lift range with OE springs
- 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: 0–2.25″ front ride height adjustment with OE springs
- 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 0–2.25″ of front lift with OE springs