How to Replace Rear Shocks on a GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado Replace Rancho W\ Bilstein 5100 Series

How to Replace Rear Shocks on a GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado Replace Rancho W\ Bilstein 5100 Series

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This video tutorial covers the process of replacing OEM Rancho rear shock absorbers on a 2014 GMC Sierra or Chevy Silverado. The shock absorber replacement process covered in this video will be the same or very similar on many other vehicles. I installed a set of Bilstein 5100 Monotube Gas shock absorbers, replacing the factory set of Rancho shocks. there was some question as to which way I should install the shocks as it seems as though the shock should be installed with the rubber boot at the top of the shock. According to the Bilstein documentation, the shock should be installed with the label text in the correct position. Essentially, if the label is upsidedown, then so is your shock absorber! How do you pronounce Bilstein? Head over to the poll that I have set up on the community tab and let me know!

The process covered in this video repair tutorial will be the same or similar on most vehicles including U.S. and Canadian models of:
2014 – 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2014 – 2016 GMC Sierra 1500
2015 – 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500\3500
2015 – 2016 GMC Sierra 2500\3500
2015 – 2016 Chevrolet Suburban
2015 – 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe
2015 – 2016 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL
2015 – 2016 Cadillac Escalade

Bilstein 33-238319 Rear Shock Absorber on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2MUKy6K
Bilstein 24-238304 Front Shock Absorber on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2MVmy4E
Shankly Spring Compressor Tool on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2owXvM2
Other Sierra \Silverado Shock Absorber Options on Amazon- https://amzn.to/31uWp0C

*** Additional Rear Shock Information Provided By Bilstein ***
Brand Bilstein
Model 5100 Monotube Gas
Item Weight 1.06 pounds
Product Dimensions 3 x 26.8 x 3 inches
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Item model number 33-238319
Exterior Smooth
Manufacturer Part Number 33-238319
OEM Part Number 33-238319
Folding No
Special Features Body Design: 46mm Smooth Body (Non-Coilover), Boot Included: Black bellows, Collapsed Length (IN): 411, Collapsed Length (MM): 16.18, Extended Length (IN): 25.79, Extended Length (MM): 655, Finish: Zinc Plated, Internal Design: Monotube, Lower Mount Type: Eye 14.1mm, Reservoir: No, Series: 5100 Series, Upper Mount Type: Eye 14.1mm, Warranty: Lifetime Warranty
Vehicle Service Type Works with the following vehicles: 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, 2014 GMC Sierra 1500

Bilstein B8 5100 shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit solution for lifted trucks and SUV’s. These shock absorbers feature a monotube design which provides consistent fade free performance. B8 5100 shock absorbers utilize a unique, velocity sensitive, digressive piston which reacts to changing road conditions. All B8 5100 shock absorbers are tuned for each specific application to assure optimal performance is achieved. B8 5100 shock absorbers offer a significant improvement in ride quality, handling, and comfort.

Bilstein 33-238319 Rear Shock Absorber on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2MUKy6K
Bilstein 24-238304 Front Shock Absorber on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2MVmy4E
Shankly Spring Compressor Tool on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2owXvM2
Other Sierra \Silverado Shock Absorber Options on Amazon- https://amzn.to/31uWp0C

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Mark Jenkins says:

Bilstein 33-238319 Rear Shock Absorber on Amazon – https://amzn.to/2MUKy6K

Bilstein 24-238304 Front Shock Absorber on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2MVmy4E

Shankly Spring Compressor Tool on Amazon- https://amzn.to/2owXvM2

Other Sierra Silverado Shock Absorber Options on Amazon- https://amzn.to/31uWp0C

AReal handyman says:

Ahhh u out it upside down

Gy Bx says:

The correct German pronunciation is "Beal-Sht-eye-nuh".

Hookem An Bookem Outdoors says:

Oh and u put them upside down buddy

Hookem An Bookem Outdoors says:

Its pronounced bilstein like Frankenstein. I was watching a video by lite Brite nation an they went into the bilstein factory an the pronounced it correctly as Frankenstein!!

Chris DIYer says:

Just bought a new 2021 GMC Sierra AT4 with those stock (crap) Rancho shocks. My old truck ('14 Silverado) had Bilsteins at all four corners. Loved the ride. Miss the Bilstein ride quality already. SO, ordered some Bilstein 5100 for the rear on the new truck…and will likely do the fronts. Thanks for doing a video on R/R'ing the shocks…likely will DIY the rears myself.

Jordan Humphrey says:

I prefer oil spray than rubberize undercoat due to if you dont sand rust off completley it will pocket under the undercoat and create moisture pockets and rot the frame quick.

carey emory says:

You put them in up side down liquid can run down inside boot

Luis Sandoval says:

Do you put them up side down

Thomas O'Leary says:

took wheel off?

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