Recommendations for Shocks for a 2010 F350 superduty?

[Rob]

Thinking I need to replace front and rear shocks on my F350. 

I am unskilled and have never done this before but it looks pretty straightforward so I figured I would give it a go.

Truck Details
  - 2010 6.4 Diesel Super duty
  - Long bed, crew cap with canopy (if that matters, I suspect it does not)
  - The truck is stock, not lifted, etc.

Usage
  - I use it as my daily driver, but also tow loads up to 10K lbs from time to time.

Any recommendations on brand?  I have heard good things about Bilstein shocks. 

[Smokeploe]

I have used Billsteins on both of my superdutys.  I used the 4600’s, I did tow and some back country driving,  they worked great.  When you go to put them on make sure you everything lined up and are quick when you cut the strap. 

Smokeploe

[highside74]

KYB Monomax

[Rob]

I have used Billsteins on both of my superdutys.  I used the 4600’s, I did tow and some back country driving,  they worked great.  When you go to put them on make sure you everything lined up and are quick when you cut the strap. 

Smokeploe

Good deal.  Thanks!

[Rob]

KYB Monomax

What influenced you to pick that brand?

[highside74]

I have used Billsteins on both of my superdutys.  I used the 4600’s, I did tow and some back country driving,  they worked great.  When you go to put them on make sure you everything lined up and are quick when you cut the strap. 

Smokeploe

Good deal.  Thanks!

I've sold them for 17 years. They are top quality and they last a long time. Monomax is their mono tube heavier duty option. My customers put them on Rams, Super Duties and Duramax all the time. American Company with most of its manufacturing in USA, Japan and Mexico

[Skillet]

I'm going to be an outlier here,  I'm sure, but I paid $106 for Amazon house brand shocks for my F250 and I'm happy as a clam. 

A far as shocks go, they seem to do everything I need them to do.

[fliesitdies]

Billsteins all the way around.

[buglebuster]

I’m running bilstein 5100 on my 2012 f250 diesel and they are top quality. I’ve ran them on all of my diesels and never had an issue. My truck is hooked to a trailer or driving in the mountains 95% of the time

[huntandjeep]

Bilstien 5100s on my 2012 F350 Crew long bed . My 2017 F350 will be getting them when needed .

[Rob]

I see both 4600s and 5100s.  From the descriptions it sounds like the 5100s are for lifted trucks and 4600s are for stock?  Do I have that correct?

[fishngamereaper]

I see both 4600s and 5100s.  From the descriptions it sounds like the 5100s are for lifted trucks and 4600s are for stock?  Do I have that correct?

No they make 5100 for stock height. 5100 is a workhorse..
I've run them on all my HD trucks...

[buglebuster]

I see both 4600s and 5100s.  From the descriptions it sounds like the 5100s are for lifted trucks and 4600s are for stock?  Do I have that correct?

Technically the 5100 is for lift but they work on a stock truck as well

[Rat44]

Another vote for the 5100's.
Great luck with them on my Jeep YJ and Ford F250.

[huntnnw]

I’m running bilstein 5100 on my 2012 f250 diesel and they are top quality. I’ve ran them on all of my diesels and never had an issue. My truck is hooked to a trailer or driving in the mountains 95% of the time

blew both fronts on my cummins, 1 lasted 8 months

[Boss .300 winmag]

On my third set of shocks on my 2004 Ram Cummings. Stock ones, what Les Schwab heavy duty ones are (they sucked), and Bilsteins for the win.

Never heard of the KYB Monomax, made in America is a plus

Interesting reviews.

https://community.goodsam.com/t5/travel-trailer-group/kyb-vs-bilstein-again/td-p/2678409

[buglebuster]

I’m running bilstein 5100 on my 2012 f250 diesel and they are top quality. I’ve ran them on all of my diesels and never had an issue. My truck is hooked to a trailer or driving in the mountains 95% of the time

blew both fronts on my cummins, 1 lasted 8 months

Shane, you defy all odds 🤣

[Call em in]

I’m running bilstein 5100 on my 2012 f250 diesel and they are top quality. I’ve ran them on all of my diesels and never had an issue. My truck is hooked to a trailer or driving in the mountains 95% of the time

For those guys who have replaced their factory shocks with Bilsteins, how much did your ride improved in the mountains?   

[Rob]

Does not sound like I can go wrong with Bilstein or KYB Monomax.

Pricing on Amazon is only a difference of $40. 

I like Buying American...  Will have to noodle on this a little.

[HntnFsh]

Bilstein have been average to me and a bit over rated on my 3/4 ton trucks. I actually liked the upper end Ranchos Better in my 06 with the Duramax. Dont remember if they were 6000 or 9000 series. KYB makes a good shock. They will probably be my next choice.

[highside74]

I don't want to mislead with my statement about KYB being an American Company. Their Global headquarters is Japan and they are the world’s largest supplier of shocks and struts to vehicle manufacturers Supplier to major OEMs including, GM, Honda, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Infiniti, Chrysler, Subaru, Toyota, Lexus, and Volkswagen.

Their Global aftermarket headquarters and manufacturering is in based in Greenwood, Indiana  USA

[Boss .300 winmag]

I’m running bilstein 5100 on my 2012 f250 diesel and they are top quality. I’ve ran them on all of my diesels and never had an issue. My truck is hooked to a trailer or driving in the mountains 95% of the time

For those guys who have replaced their factory shocks with Bilsteins, how much did your ride improved in the mountains?

A lot in a good way, but they are a stiffer ride. but hey I’m no shock expert but I did stay in a motel six once.