Shock absorbers Bilstein or KYB

I am very happy with these shocks. Beating the crap out of them in a city that has potholes and roads that would swallow a Smartcar.

I had Bilsteins on my 2007 ranger when I bought it new from the dealer. I replaced them at around 93k miles, with more Bilsteins of course. I would recommend them if it is in your budget

I've just installed 5100s at all four corners. The new shocks nicely compliment my rear anti-sway bar and upgraded front anti-sway bar. My truck handles nice and flat on curves of all kinds.

bought mine on autohausaz 179513031 KYB Shock Absorber; Rear; Gas-A-Just they work great. Technically the best? No probally not the best in the world. but they are OEM equivalent.

I replaced all four shocks/struts with Bilsteins, reusing the Tein springs. This time the setup is awesome. Much improved handling and ride.

Had 4600s on my 93 k1500, and they were great until they wore out.

I've been impressed with the set of Bilsteins I have on my truck, and they're reasonably priced too.

The R also still had factory shocks and also needed to be replaced, so I went with Bilstein HD shocks all around. The HD's had awesome reviews and were cheaper than the Koni FSD shocks.

I responded to a few Bilstein HD threads when I had my EVC, recommending against them. They were just too damn firm. Now I have an EV Weekender with Bilstein HDs (installed by PO) and they are almost just right (could be a tad firmer). I can't explain it. Did Bilstein change their valving at some point in time?

Lets face it my MK4 was a wallowing garbage scowl, before I went to Bilsteins, VR6 springs and welded in my own sway bar.