Bilstein 5125 vs. Skyjacker M95

[cheavyk10]

So one of the Pro-Comp MX-6's on the front of my K10 blew a seal and leaked out all the fluid. Only about 5 years old if I remember correctly. Since these are no longer available I was looking at some replacements. I will definitely stick to a mono-tube style shock.

I know the Bilsteins are tried and true and a lot of you guys have run them, but does anybody have experience with the Skyjacker M95 's?
They are similar price point, and it looks like I should be able to get the lengths I need.

I don't really feel like I should need to upgrade to some Foxes with remote reservoirs or anything crazy/expensive.

 

[Babaganoosh]

Just curious, what springs do you have? That should let us know what is really needed or how you want to use the truck

 

[cheavyk10]

Currently I have 4" Tuff Country EZ rides in the front (that have been on the truck since 2001),
and some worn out factory 52s in the rear.
I would love to go with some custom ORDs this year if the funds allow it.

 

[Babaganoosh]

Sense you are wanting the custom springs, why not spring for a shock that will compliment the springs?

 

[K85 Octane]

Skip the 5125 and go straight to 7100. Get the slower valving if you are contemplating softer springs. The mounting uses heim joints, which might be a negative for your use, it wasn’t for me. Plus the 7100 is available in slightly slower valving than the 5125.

That’s my only experience with shocks and on 52/56” leaves.

 

[cheavyk10]

Are 5125s available in different valvings that aren't showed on ORD's website?

 

[83ChevyK5Blazer]

There are, ord orders a valving that works better on heavy leaf sprung vehicles.

 

[TJ1978]

ORD valves their bilsteins for these trucks,, if I remember correctly