Bilstein 5100 Shocks On a YJ Ride Test (Part 1)

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[@chadalcock7275]

I think you are going to have issues off-road with compression and bottoming out. I guess it depends on how you drive it and where you take it. I hear ya on the rear shock mounts, broke mine last year on the trail (Dana 35 just needs to go away). I have a '95 YJ with a 4.5" lift. I'll have to look at these when it's time to replace mine.

[@JeepSheepTV]

In Part 2 of this video I actually install the correct shocks (because I was finally able to find them) because of that very issue. I will also have accelerometer numbers with the correct shocks as well as a few other mods

[@iguanapete3809]

@@JeepSheepTV Do the test on a smooth paved road. drive over one bump. Maybe a 2x4 stud. Then compare the results with one peak.

[@JeepSheepTV]

@@iguanapete3809 That's a good idea. Could also do the same Bump at different speeds as some socks are tuned for different driving conditions. Maybe we would find that one shock does much better at higher speed and the other at lower.

[@scoutdogfsr]

Good job. KZbin is filled with how to videos but rarely do they have any good solid technical information like you provided.

[@Kevin24Seven]

I'm gonna be honest- I skipped around in the video so if I missed something let me know lol. But I think you went above and beyond on the test with the accelerometer, and it was interesting to see real results! That being said, the positive results are even more impressive being that the shocks weren't optimal for your level of lift considering that overly compressed shocks can often have very negative results when it comes to ride quality. I was fully expecting things to get worse, not better so big props to Bilstein!

[@warlorddarkruler]

cool video, im learning more of my yj now, keep on the good work

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

My 89 YJ did. It has a 3.5" lift and the 5100's maid a big difference also put a set stock length boomerang shackles on as well.

[@eldonmiller955]

Chris, where did you find stock length boomerang shackles?

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

@@eldonmiller955 ebay seller. I'll have to get the name.

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

@@eldonmiller955 I just cleaned them with paint prep and put a couple coats of duplicolor engine enamel gloss black. The paint has held up very well. I also replaced the bushings with some energy suspension polyurethane bushings.

[@12Bravojeepstuff]

I actually got them off of Amazon. Brand: Quality Targets 4.4 out of 5 stars16Reviews Quality Targets Boomerang Shackles Manufactured for Jeep YJ -3/8" Thick No Lift

[@BradLalonde]

Was that as far as your suspension can droop? Usually I support the frame and use a jack to lift and lower the axle as needed. Also was going to suggest keeping the band on and installing bottom bolt then cut it and guide it into top hole,but you need to install the hardware

[@JeepSheepTV]

That is as far as it goes

[@MrCee-eq9fe]

I have some pro comps on mine but ima save up the difference for these.

[@nate4036]

On fronts, put bottom bolt in, then cut strap guiding the top in

[@JeepSheepTV]

Shoot, would have saved me a lot of time lol

[@nate4036]

@@JeepSheepTV give it a shot next time. Think of it like, it’s easier to guide the shock than it is to fight it up and get bolt in. It’ll work doing it on the rear as well

[@nate4036]

@@JeepSheepTV I love watching your 2.5 mods as well. I used to run a 97 TJ with a 2.5 and 37s. Yet it had 4.88s and a 5sp. Gearing completely changed it. I’ve since moved up to a 2004.5 LJ and 2006 TJ... son in law has a 94 YJ 2.5 that we’ve been working on. My LJ has a Kenne Bell and stroker, may have to give the Eaton a try for him. Nothing like supercharged in-lines. I personally never hated the 2.5. When geared lower, they’re exceptional little engines.

[@connerfisher4628]

first time I did that I felt like Doc Brown

[@reginaldduquette2537]

Do you drink from a steen? Or a stine? Bill-stine. They’re a little stiff until they warm up.

[@mikekosar6135]

I can say the newer Jeep’s Are way easier to install shocks on

[@sarbelsinani6253]

how much is it hight?67cm?

[@keniferusxj7047]

My 5100’s lost rebound after 10k miles .on a xj..how are you’re holding up?…

[@JeepSheepTV]

They seem fine and have been installed for almost 5 years

[@9graff9]

So what kind of shocks do you recommend for the YJ if these didn't work out?

[@JeepSheepTV]

Not sure, they did work out so I haven't tried anything else since.

[@9graff9]

@@JeepSheepTV I bought a 93" uh a couple years ago. They had swapped out the axles and put dana 44's and a 4" lift kit. But the old rancho shocks are done. I'm just confused on what shocks to get, these look good so I'm debating

[@starrvalley12]

I know this is old but I've had RS5000 rancho shocks for years on my 87 YJ they are gas charged adjustable.

[@9graff9]

@@starrvalley12 better late than never lol I have another question. Do you know how to adjust the pulleys? My belt sqeeks like a motherfucker

[@iguanapete3809]

Those shocks must be REAL expensive. He can't afford new Jeans. Look at the rags he's got.

[@joseromero344]

Do you work on your car in a tuxedo or something 😂😂

[@iguanapete3809]

@@joseromero344 Cone on, you know he wears those Jeans Downtown.

[@chickensfloat7427]

Too bad i already spent over 300 on them for my cj 🤣 figured they cant bw anyworse than .y rough country, will put thw stiff rough country on my other cj with overly soft clapped out springs

[@reeferdogbassin7909]

All around discomfort! LoL! I think this kid needs a heavier mouse for his computer.