This if the second part of multi part series where we will be replacing most of the steering and suspension component on Pete’s 2004 Silverado 1500 4×4. You can find the other videos in this series linked below.
In this video we show how to change the front and rear shocks and replace them with Bilstein 5100 shocks. The processes shown in this video will be identical or very similar on most trucks and SUVs such as the Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Sierra, F150, Dodge, Ram, and more!
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Associated Videos – 2004 Silverado Suspension and Steering Refresh
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Pt. 1 Sway Bar End Links and Bushings: https://youtu.be/qC5BnitJltI
Pt. 2 Bilstein Front and Rear Shock Replacement: https://youtu.be/38VTdE9NJSg
Pt. 3 Tie Rods and Tie Rod Ends Replacement: https://youtu.be/2_DaBIm8TU4
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Great video and filming. Although, I think you should have some eye protection on when using solvents and wire brushing above. Eyes are so taken for granted by us humans.
Hey thanks dude I subbed because I have an 04 Vortec Max and i’m learning how to fix it all myself, just swapped the fuel solenoid out, cut some gates green heater hose and hooked them up then used some hose clamps from Autozone with twist knobs to tighten each end, solid job for under $50 instead of paying $300 or more at a shop.
Mine needs all the work done, next is my AC Compressor shouldn’t be too hard.
Keep up the work I look forward to the full restoration video with step by step guides because i’m gonna do the same thing on this 04 Silverado 6L V8.
Good grief man! You must be living in salt. That thing is crazy rusty.
So I bought a set of 5100s for the front after doing all the other components on my 03 1500 ls ext cab. The the flat nub on the new a arm won't let the billstein clear the shock tower. It's needs like another inch. The Ranchos that are in there have a tapered end so they're not having the same issues. It's there anyway I can make them fit before I return them?
Very good detailed video very satisfied with this video.
On a 2005 Chevy avalanche, what’s that big rubber thing , just before the suspension, it looks like an upside down pyramid that is all rubber and mine is breaking away. I’m pretty sure it has something to do with if you have extra loads and it seems to be between the chassis and the bed if the truck.?
Nice video! I have a 2006 F350 Super Duty with an 8-inch Fabtech lift (bought it like that in 2016). Does Bilstein make a shock that will work with an 8-inch lift? If not, do you have any recommendations? I want to replace all of my shocks, to include the steering stabilizers. I'm trying to get a much softer ride, as I don't do much off-roading, and a lot of the videos here on YouTube seem to support Bilstein shocks as a good solution.
Would these work for a 05 Silverado on a rough country 6in lift
Can I use just the Bilstein 5100 to level my truck Chevy Truck? or do i have to use the torsion keys to level the truck? or both?
Torque spec? Don't see it listed
Boots down. Not up. Looks weird but Bilstein says down. Should be able to read the brand upright not upside down.
I saw some video showed the rubber part of the shock go on the bottom.i dont know what the different or it can goes both way
I almost feel like this truck stays parked on a beach with the amount of rust
Hey guys do you know of any good mechanics in the Houston Texas area. for a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 four-wheel-drive 5.3 L.DoD/AFM thank you for any help
Nice video! I would recommend wearing eye protection with all that rust plus you sprayed PB Blast might save your eyes in the future.
Great video! Do you know if they make ride height adjustable shocks the the first gens?