Bilstein 5160 Front Reservoir Shock | 1999-2010 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD 2WD/4WD | 2-2.5 in Lift | 25-311853
$299.00
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Bilstein 5160 Front Reservoir Shock | 1999-2010 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD 2WD/4WD | 2-2.5 in Lift | 25-311853
$299.00
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Good to know before you buy
Fits
- 1999-2010 GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD 2WD/4WD
- 2000-2013 GMC Yukon 2WD/4WD
- 1999-2010 Chevy Silverado 2500HD/3500HD 2WD/4WD
- 2000-2013 Chevy Tahoe/Suburban 2WD/4WD
Does not fit: AT4X, ZR2
Also fits 2000-2013 Chevy Tahoe/Suburban / GMC Yukon
Also listed by the manufacturer for: 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, 2003-2009 Hummer H2
Why the Bilstein 5160
Lifted trucks that run long washboard, desert or fire-road miles where a standard shock heats up and fades. The Bilstein 5160 for your 1999-2010 Chevy Silverado / GMC Sierra 2500HD/3500HD 2WD/4WD is a 46mm monotube shock with a remote reservoir for extra oil volume and cooling, 360-degree swivel banjo fitting and billet reservoir mount. Bilstein's monotube design keeps oil and gas separated by a floating piston, so damping does not fade as the shock heats, and the digressive piston firms up on sharp inputs while staying compliant over small bumps.
At a glance
| Design | Monotube, 46mm piston |
|---|---|
| Valving | Velocity-sensitive digressive, tuned for this application |
| Remote reservoir | Yes, extra oil volume for cooling and travel |
| Position | Front |
| Ride height | For 2 to 2.5 in lift |
| Quantity | One shock, order two per axle |
| Finish | Zinc plated |
| Warranty | Two-year limited warranty (Bilstein North America) |
What is in the box
- One Bilstein 5160 shock
- Remote reservoir with 360-degree swivel banjo fitting and billet reservoir mount
- Mounting hardware as required for this application and instructions
Manufacturer part number 25-311853.
Questions
Is this one shock or a pair?
One shock. Bilstein sells truck shocks individually, so order two for one axle or four for the whole truck.
What lift height is this valved for?
Bilstein lists this part for 2-2.5 in of lift on this truck. Running it at stock height or well above the range shortens travel in one direction and hurts ride and durability.
Where does the reservoir mount?
The hose is a 360-degree swivel banjo and Bilstein includes a billet clamp; on most trucks the reservoir mounts to the frame near the shock. Check hose routing through full travel and steering before you drive it.
Is the reservoir worth it over a 5100?
If you run long dirt, washboard or high-speed off-road miles, yes: the extra oil volume keeps damping consistent as the shock heats. For pavement and occasional trails a 5100 does the same job for less.
How long does installation take?
Rear shocks are a 20 to 30 minute job per side with hand tools. Front strut-type shocks need a spring compressor and take one to two hours per side.
What is the warranty?
Two-year limited warranty (Bilstein North America). Bilstein warranties are non-transferable and processed through the original place of purchase, so keep your Hannah Suspension order confirmation.
Bilstein truck lines
| Line | Best for | Piston | Reservoir | Adjustable lift | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4600 | Stock height, daily driving and towing | 46mm | No | No | Lifetime |
| 5100 | Leveled or lifted trucks, direct fit | 46mm | No | No | Lifetime |
| 5100 Ride Height Adjustable | Level the front on the factory coil | 46mm | No | 0 to 2.5 in typical | Lifetime |
| 5160 | Lifted trucks, heat and long off-road miles | 46mm | Yes | No | 2 years |
| 6112 | Front coilover upgrade with matched spring | 60mm | No | 0 to 2.75 in typical | Lifetime |
| 8100 | Serious off-road, external adjusters (DSA) | 60mm | Yes | No | 2 years |
| 8112 | Position-sensitive coilover, top of the line | 60mm | Yes | Yes | 2 years |
About Bilstein
Bilstein has built monotube gas-pressure shocks since 1954 and supplies them as original equipment to Ford, GM, Ram and most European makers. Bilstein of America engineers, tests and builds its truck lines in Hamilton, Ohio and Poway, California, and backs the 5160 with a two-year limited warranty. Hannah Suspension ships genuine Bilstein parts with full factory warranty.