Rover Holic

Bilstein shocks are unique in that they market two completely seperate lines of shocks.  The first is their OEM style shocks.  These are offered as direct replacements for stock shocks with the proper ends.  Bilstein takes the time to match these shocks to EACH application they sell them for offering what is in their estimation the correct shock with the correct valving for each application.

Their off-road line of shocks are offered with different valving available off the shelf and with custum valving offered on most of the higher models.  These shocks are offered with anything from 6 to over 14” of travel.  They are not inexpensive, they have rose jointed ends (no bushings), and are not matched to your application.  However, if you know what you need and are willing to pay for it, this is an excellent way to get a very high quality shock.  Much to the delight of this author, Bilstein have started offering their 5100 series off-road shock in stroke lengths from 6.6” to 14.3”.  This allows them to compete directly with offerings from Rancho, but with Bilstein quality. They current pricing for these shocks is $69.99 retail.

Bilstein does not offer statistics on their OEM shocks but I was able to wrest out a few bits of information.  The FJ80 shocks are compatible with the RRC, D1, and D90.  OEM application lengths are given in millimeters while off-road shocks lengths are given in inches.