Are Bilstein B6 shocks any good?

The equally comfortable and dynamic alternative, which does not require suspension lowering, is the BILSTEIN B6. This gas pressure shock absorber in standard length offers a decisive advantage in damping force, which makes itself felt not just in extreme situations.

Is Bilstein B6 better than B4?

If you want to retain your ride comfort, choose B4. Fitting B6 will make your ride firmer, not uncomfortably firm but you will notice a significant difference. If you are changing your shock absorbers always change a pair across the same axle, another words do not just change just one rear shock, change them both!

What is the difference between Bilstein B6 and B8?

B6 vs B8 – Only One Difference There is only one difference between the B6 and the B8 and that is the length of the shock (damper). Bilstein B6 shocks are the same length as the original dampers, the B8 are shorter than the original dampers.

Are Bilstein B6 shocks adjustable?

While there are Bilstein products that are adjustable, the Bilstein B6 is not an adjustable shock, so there are actually not two height positions.

How stiff are Bilstein B6 shocks?

We have found the damper suitable for a non-lowered vehicle looking to increase the street performance in town and the motorway of your vehicle, regularly found on track day cars the B6 is regularly given the stats of being around 20% stiffer than a standard shock absorber on a vehicle.

Does Bilstein B6 raise height?

So a couple of people here, including myself, have noticed that the ride height increased a bit (generally about 1/4-1/2″) after installing Bilstein B6/B8 dampers/struts.

Can I use Bilstein B6 with lowering springs?

Their official response was that the B6 are designed to be paired with lowering springs as well as stock springs. Bilstein felt there was no need for a B8 shock for this plaftorm because the B6 was sufficient to them. From my overall experience on lowering springs – less is more.

What are Bilstein B6?

The BILSTEIN B6 is ideal gas-pressure shock absorber for those who refuse to compromise between performance or comfort. Better vehicle dynamics in any situation. For shock absorbers heavy loads or trailering are a big challenge.