New Shocks/Struts

[Frenchy]

If stock and primarily road use is your thing, Bilstein 4600 are the way to go. They're intended to be an OE drop in but will improve your handling. Going to the 5100s are probably not worth it unless you want to at least level the truck.
https://www.shocksurplus.com/produc...-shocks-set-for-2019-2021-ford-ranger-4wd-rwd

I'm actually with the idea of the 4600 Bilstein. A good shock in general

Sponsored

 

[kieefer]

Since I am now planning on keeping my 2019 XLT 4x4, I am now looking into replacing the shocks/struts all the way around. It has over a 108,000 on it and they are due for replacement.

Without going overboard money wise - what do you all recommend?

Thank you

If you had a 2wd I’ve got a stock set with less than 10k miles I’d let you have for the cost of shipping.
I upgraded to Eibach’s to get it level.

 

[ctechbob]

If stock and primarily road use is your thing, Bilstein 4600 are the way to go. They're intended to be an OE drop in but will improve your handling. Going to the 5100s are probably not worth it unless you want to at least level the truck.
https://www.shocksurplus.com/produc...-shocks-set-for-2019-2021-ford-ranger-4wd-rwd

4600s and 5100's are valved identical per Bilstein. Only reason to do 5100's is if you want to mess with ride height.

FWIW, I vote Bilstein (Also what is currently on mine)

 

[Langwilliams]

I put the height adjustable Bilstein 5100's on my '19 ranger an raised it just under an inch in front. I was very happy with the rear shocks which I put on first since they are so easy to do. It stopped the rocking back an forth on bumps an controlled the rear very well. When I did the fronts it firmed it up an I thought it was a little harsher ride. I know it's a truck an not a Lincoln but I thought it was a noticeable change for the worse. I wondered if I had set the 5100's at stock height instead of preloading the springs to get the height increase if I would have liked the ride better.

 

[dozxab]

I wondered if I had set the 5100's at stock height instead of preloading the springs to get the height increase if I would have liked the ride better.

Not a function of the lift. I went 3/4" with my Eibachs and ride is much better. Bilstein's are great for handling, ride, not so much. I put Fox on my Jeep but that is 95% off road. Handling suffered but the off road ride is awesome.

https://www.shocksurplus.com/blogs/news/leveling-strut-comparison-bilstein-vs-eibach-vs-fox

 

[FM AZ]

If stock and primarily road use is your thing, Bilstein 4600 are the way to go. They're intended to be an OE drop in but will improve your handling. Going to the 5100s are probably not worth it unless you want to at least level the truck.
https://www.shocksurplus.com/produc...-shocks-set-for-2019-2021-ford-ranger-4wd-rwd

I’ll concur. I just installed a pair of these 4600s on the rear of my 2021 Lariat 4x4. It took 20 minutes and was super easy. They eliminated the bouncing from the worn out OEM shocks. I’ll get the fronts done soon, but doubt I’ll do that myself.

 

[underwhelmed]

Get Bilstein 5100s all around and call it a day. Gives the option of leveling if you want it. I think they still come with limited lifetime warranty.

 

[lariat]

Based on your comments, go with whichever is cheaper from either Billstein or Eibrach.

Get Bilstein 5100s all around and call it a day. Gives the option of leveling if you want it. I think they still come with limited lifetime warranty.

I will second this. 5100's all day and they are VERY affordable. I was very impressed when I had them installed over stock. They ride better than OEM also. But you also can't go wrong with Eibrach. If you can't decide, go with the set that is cheaper. It's that simple. Both will improve your ride and won't break the bank. I have a set of 5100 rears sitting in my garage that were used once if you really need a deal, but with shipping, it'll be just as easier for you to buy a new set since they are so inexpensive.

 

[kingair250]

I have a set of OEM FX4 shocks with approx 10,000 miles on them you can have for shipping, but in all honestly I would probably reccomend just buying some Bilstein 4600s or 5100s (I installed the 5100s and the ride quality is greatly improved, though I took advantage of the level).

If you decide you want the shocks, send me a message.

 

[Langwilliams]

One downside to the 5100's an 4600's is you have to disassemble you stock struts to move the springs an strut cap to the new ones. If you have the spring tool it just slows you down, if you pay someone it adds to the cost. I'm looking at buying a cheap used set of struts for my bronco to preassemble the struts for a fast swap.

 

[Frenchy]

One downside to the 5100's an 4600's is you have to disassemble you stock struts to move the springs an strut cap to the new ones. If you have the spring tool it just slows you down, if you pay someone it adds to the cost. I'm looking at buying a cheap used set of struts for my bronco to preassemble the struts for a fast swap.

Welcome to Struts. I don't care what brand and what vehicle. This is normal

 

[Langwilliams]

Welcome to Struts. I don't care what brand and what vehicle. This is normal

You can buy complete units but they cost a lot more. For his use I doubt complete coilover are worth the extra but they are convenient

 

[JohnnyO]

is
My 2019 is stock, I intend on keeping it stock. I have a 108,000 miles on it and I feel its time to replace them. I am looking for something that is a good replacement for the OE equipment.

I had to replace my rear shocks already and just got plain old Monroe Gas Shocks. They're fine, I'll probably get the same for the front struts at some point. No off-roading, it's just my daily driver with 4wd for snow, like we're getting pounded with right now.

 

[OGMix376]

I think when it comes to having to replace something keeping it stock is all well and good but if you can get something that provides a improvement to ride quality.. even just a slight increase in investment is worth it… sometimes stock parts are expensive and aftermarket is roughly the same price, but the aftermarket product is superior (not always the case, that’s true.) with the shocks on our dear little rangers I feel aftermarket (the bilstein 5100 and the eibach pro-truck systems) improve the overall ride and performance rather noticeably…
Always do your best to stay in budget tho… no one likes eating raw noodles in the dark because bills didn’t get paid ?

personally I like eibach since it appear nearly everyone uses their springs and you can get all four corners for around $1,500. Which buys you adjustable coilovers up front and piggyback reservoir rear but that’s the top tier pro-truck 2R it’s not just a bunch of change to throw around but that’s also eibachs top tier..without the piggyback reservoir and mono rear shocks the kit is around $1,200.
Fronts are coilover (no need to disassemble the original equipment. Just pull them out and install the new unit.. if you’re doing the install yourself I find this as a time saver and simplifies the overall experience to a degree.)
Anyway hope you find a inexpensive solution that provides you with the best experience possible.

link for eibach:
https://eibach.com/eps-search?year=2023&make=Ford&model=Ranger&submodel=2.3L+EcoBoost+4WD

Sponsored