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Anyone runnning yellow Bilstein HD (B6) struts and shocks on their X5?
I believe it comes to personal preference and some people probably do incorrect install or even combine them with wrong springs. I have Bilstein HD combined with stock springs on both E39's and even my wife and 6 year old daughter don't complain abut harsh ride. Yes, they're stiffer than OEM Sachs but I'd call it firm and controlled ride instead of harsh, but again, I'm aware of different personal preferences. So, about to get rid of rear air suspension (already purchased ECS tuning OEM springs kit and 2 rear Bilstein HD shock) Also since my front left CV joint boot got recently torn, instead of replacing the boot I decided to put complete GKN shaft with OEM seal since I got really good price and the PO had dealer install one on other side. Considering I have to disassemble number of components and the fact that I have 106k on original struts I decided to all install both front Bilsteins, do alignment and be done. They're the most expensive part at $229 each but I'll probably never have to replace them ever again. So, anyone running Bilsteins and their impressions. Thanks!
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I installed Bilstein's on my 02 X5 4.4l, kept the air rear springs. Fronts are a bit stiffer, but not harsh, better turn in (also replaced strut bearings, totally collapsed). Rears appear to be much harsher over sharp bumps, uncomfortable for rear passengers, rougher than my Chevy S10 also riding Billy HDs.
It appears the X5 is lifted about 1/2 - 3/4 in all around, but shop was able to properly align it to factory specs. Handling is improved, ride is worse, has stayed the same after about 80k on shocks. I do not ride in the back seat, I like them. Do wish the rears were a bit more compliant. Sent from my SM-T337V using Tapatalk |
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I run Bilstein yellows on my 2005 X5 4.4i sport and they are fine. I don't usually have rear seat passengers except the dogs, and they don't get to vote on rear seat comfort.
I live in Vegas though, so I don't have many potholes to contend with and the roads are generally decent. No complaints other than I wish I'd have put them on sooner. I got mine at shox.com iirc
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Guys, thank you all for your responses and it's about what I figured it.
I'm aware of black touring ones but my impression is that they're not as good quality which cheaper price somewhat confirms it. I'm not 100% sure but Yellow HD is should be better quality and longevity. Anyway I'm close to pulling tiger on them and I'll report back. Thanks again to all who responded.
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What did you end up going with?
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Whenever the e53's go bad Im going with koni adjustables. I have them on my e46 and love them.
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Don’t think Koni is an option
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