@momoneyhabits the ride is actually much better and it handles much better. I haven't taken it off a beaten path yet but I'm sure that's where it'll shine. I'll give that a try this weekend when I find a trail.
I bought the stage 3 kit from Icon and it was so stiff. Considering taking it off and putting something else on. What would you recommend for smoother street performance. I feel every bump with the Icon setup and my daily commute is miserable. I want something that is butter on the road and can hold up well off-road. Any ideas?
I got the 6112’s haven’t had a chance to install them yet but they look beefy 2.5 inch shocks I can’t wait to see how they handle im also going to upgrade my upper control arms to BDS should be a nice combo
ooh nice, let us know how they ride once installed. We have a number of UCA options available as well, zone (which bds uses a lot), icon, bilstein, spc, etc
It depends on your goals, budget, and how you are using it. There is no one best kit for everybody, but there will likely be a "right" kit for your specific needs. Give the team a shout on our website directly with an idea of how you are using it, how much you are willing to spend, as well as any specific goals you might have for the upgrade and we can get you steered in the right direction. www.shocksurplus.com/pages/contact-us
Bilstein does not make a 6112 for the RWD trucks but you can use the 4WD 6112s with an aftermarket UCA. The just sit an inch higher than their advertised settings, so what is 2" on a 4wd will work out to more like 3" on a 2wd www.shocksurplus.com/products/bilstein-6112-struts-spring-assembled-for-2015-2019-ford-f150-4wd-47-256958
We are getting some more in for testing, but we just installed a MRR kit a new Tundra and they were great! Super comfy and composed, and really woke the truck up. They are one of the few high end options out there that are not foolishly chasing race level performance with a bolt on kit. Instead, they are really well set up for how most people use their trucks which we really like. Nothing for the F-150s just yet, but with how popular they are getting here in the states, they should have a kit for America's most popular truck soon enough.
Got a ‘23 Tacoma TRD OFF ROAD. It’s my daily driver with only light to moderate off roading… gnarly rutted fire roads getting down to the rivers and hopefully a bit of overlanding. I don’t mind spending the bucks if it’s a value I need. I decided with my first build the 6112/5160 with an ad a leaf shoukd be a good ride. The IMC we’re about $500 more… not sure the ride would be 500 dollars better. Thanks for your reviews.
The 6112s and 5160s are definitely hard to beat at that price point especially since the IMS only comes with a 2.25" body up front. I would bet dollars to donuts that those Billies are our most popular option because you get some much value for your money. Getting a 2.6" body strut for less than many 2.0s is pretty much a no brainer
We definitely get a lot of asks on these so we may just have to add them to the list for testing. However, all the calls we get from people wanting to get rid of their Vertex shocks and coilovers have us a little wary. We will reserve our own judgment on those until we elect a willing sacrifice from the team LOL
Good info, thank you for all your content, sir.
glad we can help!
Because of your videos I decided to go with Eibach stage 2 for my ram 1500. Can't wait to get it and see how it performs!
How do you like them?
@momoneyhabits the ride is actually much better and it handles much better. I haven't taken it off a beaten path yet but I'm sure that's where it'll shine. I'll give that a try this weekend when I find a trail.
How do you like them now?
I bought the stage 3 kit from Icon and it was so stiff. Considering taking it off and putting something else on. What would you recommend for smoother street performance. I feel every bump with the Icon setup and my daily commute is miserable. I want something that is butter on the road and can hold up well off-road. Any ideas?
So what's the best shocks for the smoothest ride, I just bought a 23 F-150 and I need a smoother ride so what do you recommend?
I got the 6112’s haven’t had a chance to install them yet but they look beefy 2.5 inch shocks I can’t wait to see how they handle im also going to upgrade my upper control arms to BDS should be a nice combo
ooh nice, let us know how they ride once installed. We have a number of UCA options available as well, zone (which bds uses a lot), icon, bilstein, spc, etc
I ordered AFE Sway a way shocks for my f150. I'll let you guys know how they go once I get them.
been trying to get a test set from them for a while, good luck!
On your personal opinion, what suspension kit do you think I should go for on my 2015 LML Chevy Silverado 6.6 liter Duramax 2500hd
It depends on your goals, budget, and how you are using it. There is no one best kit for everybody, but there will likely be a "right" kit for your specific needs. Give the team a shout on our website directly with an idea of how you are using it, how much you are willing to spend, as well as any specific goals you might have for the upgrade and we can get you steered in the right direction. www.shocksurplus.com/pages/contact-us
Do you guys carry a 6112 shock for 2015-2020 RWD F150's? Didn't see any on your site.
Bilstein does not make a 6112 for the RWD trucks but you can use the 4WD 6112s with an aftermarket UCA. The just sit an inch higher than their advertised settings, so what is 2" on a 4wd will work out to more like 3" on a 2wd www.shocksurplus.com/products/bilstein-6112-struts-spring-assembled-for-2015-2019-ford-f150-4wd-47-256958
Any feedback on the Dobinsons IMC or the MMR/MMA? Thanks!
We are getting some more in for testing, but we just installed a MRR kit a new Tundra and they were great! Super comfy and composed, and really woke the truck up. They are one of the few high end options out there that are not foolishly chasing race level performance with a bolt on kit. Instead, they are really well set up for how most people use their trucks which we really like. Nothing for the F-150s just yet, but with how popular they are getting here in the states, they should have a kit for America's most popular truck soon enough.
Got a ‘23 Tacoma TRD OFF ROAD. It’s my daily driver with only light to moderate off roading… gnarly rutted fire roads getting down to the rivers and hopefully a bit of overlanding. I don’t mind spending the bucks if it’s a value I need. I decided with my first build the 6112/5160 with an ad a leaf shoukd be a good ride. The IMC we’re about $500 more… not sure the ride would be 500 dollars better. Thanks for your reviews.
The 6112s and 5160s are definitely hard to beat at that price point especially since the IMS only comes with a 2.25" body up front. I would bet dollars to donuts that those Billies are our most popular option because you get some much value for your money. Getting a 2.6" body strut for less than many 2.0s is pretty much a no brainer
I have the icon stage 5 on my f150
Nice! How are you liking it?
@@ShockSurplus tbh a little stiff for my liking but I do like the handling on turns and when putting 1,300lbs in the bed.
Vertex 2.5 adjustable?
We definitely get a lot of asks on these so we may just have to add them to the list for testing. However, all the calls we get from people wanting to get rid of their Vertex shocks and coilovers have us a little wary. We will reserve our own judgment on those until we elect a willing sacrifice from the team LOL
What about 2.5 fox?
definitely has some demand, lots of options that didn't make this video
Icon sucks leaks
we've had good and bad luck with Icon