Choosing Shocks for your Ford Bronco
Shock Comparison
HOSS vs Bilstein 5100 Video
How does the factory equipped HOSS suspension compare to Bilstein's 5100 series shocks?
3 dollar signs out of 4
- Able to lift all four corners using stock springs
- 60mm piston, "best in class"
- Price-to-Shock ratio through the roof, 2.6" shock & spring less expensive than 2" coilovers Massive off-road ride upgrade, improved road handling and comfort Long lasting, durable, serviceable
- Does not come pre-assembled from Bilstein
- Requires coil-spring compressor for installation
3 dollar signs out of 4
- Able to lift all four corners using stock springs
- 60mm piston, "best in class"
- Price-to-Shock ratio through the roof, 2.6" shock & spring less expensive than 2" coilovers Massive off-road ride upgrade, improved road handling and comfort Long lasting, durable, serviceable
- Does not come pre-assembled from Bilstein
- Requires coil-spring compressor for installation
2 dollar signs out of 4
- Improved comfort over the Hoss 2.0 ESCV shock package onroad, easy trails.
- Ride Height adjustable, even while on the vehicle
- Built for longevity, 1-million mile warranty by Eibach
2 dollar signs out of 4
- Inexpensive 2.5 performance shock, uses factory coil springs and top mounts
- Ride Height adjustable to provide lift for larger tires or heavier loads
- Improved handling over 2.0 shocks to give more confidence under load or towing
- Requires a coil spring compressor to install
- Cannot be ride-height adjusted while on the vehicle
dollar signs out of 4
- Able to lift all four corners using stock springs
- 60mm piston, "best in class"
- Price-to-Shock ratio through the roof, 2.6" shock & spring less expensive than 2" coilovers Massive off-road ride upgrade, improved road handling and comfort Long lasting, durable, serviceable
- Does not come pre-assembled from Bilstein
- Requires coil-spring compressor for installation
4 dollar signs out of 4
- One of the highest performing shocks available for OE apps
- Serviceable, Rebuildable, Custom Tuning Available
- Compression adjustment and reservoir options Badass Blue color
- Lacking on features from competitors
- Requires servicing between 30-50k miles for optimum performance
4 dollar signs out of 4
- Huge improvement to road comfort and off-road handling in one package
- Adjustable & Reservoir options Serviceable, Rebuildable, Custom Tuning Available
- Excellent handling in high speed environments
- Requires servicing between 30-50k miles for optimum performance
3 dollar signs out of 4
- High Performance means these are built for speed and support.
- Serviceable, Rebuildable, Re-tunable to optimize ride behavior.
- Optimal for drivers who want handling and performance from their Bronco.
- Requires servicing by 40-60k miles, depending on use & abuse.
- Sportier ride characteristics sometimes leaves customers wanting more comfort
2 dollar signs out of 4
- Improved comfort over the Hoss 2.0 ESCV shock package onroad, easy trails.
- Ride Height adjustable, even while on the vehicle
- Built for longevity, 1-million mile warranty by Eibach