Shocks
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What springs do you have? Both you mention are a more firm shock. I know this for a fact on the 5100s and it's what I've been told on the Fox. I don't know exactly how the Fox are constructed but it is important to note that the 5100s are an oil shock and they have a small gas chamber to keep the oil under pressure and from cavitation when cycled. This chamber causes a small amount of travel to be sacrificed when compared to a gas shock of similar length but should last longer.
I have the 5160s which are very similar to the 5100s but they have a remote reservoir. The gas chamber is moved to reservoir so travel is marginally better. IMO they are too firm and I hope they wear in and soften up....
I have the 5160s which are very similar to the 5100s but they have a remote reservoir. The gas chamber is moved to reservoir so travel is marginally better. IMO they are too firm and I hope they wear in and soften up....
cozdude
Guy with a Red 2-Door
i have the 5100 shocks and like the ride of them. i dont think that they are stiff but that is me comparing them to my old skyjacker ones i had. i cant weight in on the fox shocks as i have never been in a jeep with them.
another good shock to look into is the Rancho 9000's or 7000's. i hear they offer a great ride as well but once again i have never tested a set
another good shock to look into is the Rancho 9000's or 7000's. i hear they offer a great ride as well but once again i have never tested a set
dglangan
New member
I was debating between the same two. After talking to a bunch of people that had both, I decided on the 5100s. The 2.0s are more tuned for off road situations, and I wanted something with a little more comfort and livability, as my JKU is my dd. I needed something that would primarily be good on the rode. I have to say that the ride is better than stock. I really like the feel. I don't have much experience personally with the 2.0s but you really can't go wrong with the 5100s.
When I was thinking of changing my shocks, I was in the same dilemma. I was coming from some terrible and harsh pro comp es9000 shocks and I ultimately went with the 5100s and it's a world of a difference. They offer a very comfortable ride and it absorbs bumps very well. You really can't go wrong with 5100s
dglangan
New member
Completely understandable. The 2.0s just look cooler lol
dglangan
New member
That chrome look wears out real fast after a few wheeling trips. I'm an anti-chromite as well.
Hack12
New member
While I can't give you the comparison, Bilstein 5100's vs. the Fox IFP 2.0's, you originally asked about, I have been running the Bilstein 5100's with Rubicon Express coils for the past couple months. Coming from the OEM shock/spring setup, the 5100's do seem a bit stiffer than the OEM shocks, but that's actually something I don't mind. Also, as dglangan mentioned above, the outer coating on the 5100's does start to deteriorate quite fast. Mine are already showing signs of slight elemental wear after a mere 2 months of exposure. However, my 5100's are certainly not chrome, they match my painted silver body almost perfectly. I'm not sure where you guys are getting 'chrome' from?
After reading plenty of reviews and now running them myself, I would argue that the 5100's are a decent middle of the road shock absorber. They are certainly not the worst shocks on the market, but they are far from the best either. Truly though, if I could do it over again (and I may), I would probably purchase the Fox IPF 2.0's before the Bilstein 5100's. They seem like a little better of a shock and are only priced about $20.00 higher.
Just my :twocents:!
After reading plenty of reviews and now running them myself, I would argue that the 5100's are a decent middle of the road shock absorber. They are certainly not the worst shocks on the market, but they are far from the best either. Truly though, if I could do it over again (and I may), I would probably purchase the Fox IPF 2.0's before the Bilstein 5100's. They seem like a little better of a shock and are only priced about $20.00 higher.
Just my :twocents:!
Rancho
Caught the Bug
Something to consider ( the rebate is good for the crew up North too)
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Or RS7000MT is a monotube shock like the others mentioned but not as highly charged though so a softer "firmer" ride.
A really popular choice is our adjustable RS9000XL shock, get the ride you want.
Also recently Overland Journal did a shock review against some heavy hitters, (both brands mentioned earlier) and the 9000 won. :beer:
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cozdude
Guy with a Red 2-Door
Well they are a supporting vendor of the forum so they can post if they choose.
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OverlanderJK
Resident Smartass
He said something to consider he didn't say buy it. And he backed it with facts.
Don't like it don't read it but it might help others in the future.