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Bilstein Shock absorbers
Cjdp191
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Rating 4.0

My first impressions of the b6 with the stock springs was also, yes, this is oversprung. After 500 miles, I decided to try the DCC deflected wheels adaptation/update and can confirm it made a difference. Maybe placebo, as the ride height should be the same but it certainly felt less "springy" after. The comfort setting felt the most restored, which made me happy.

Pros: comfort setting restored
Cons: initially oversprung
Mileage: 500 km
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Bilstein Shock absorbers

For shocks, Bilstein 5100s are pretty much the go-to mid-range shock. A little more expensive than twin tube, but 1/3 the price of stepping up to the next best set, and also long-term streetable unlike Fox, King, or Radflos that require frequent rebuilds.

Pros: long-term streetable
Cons: more expensive
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Bilstein Shock absorbers
HappyBoy_swe
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Rating 4.0

I think I've got the B6 on my 9-3, might be the B8 I can't remember, whichever one is "street" option for slightly lowered cars not the racing shocks and they ride great! They're bit harsh on rough roads but they perform so good everywhere else. Absolutely transforms the cars handling

Pros: transforms the cars handling
Cons: harsh on rough roads
Vehicle: Saab
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Bilstein Shock absorbers
turumti
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Rating 4.0

I put 5100s on the back yesterday and it already feels a lot better - firmer, more controlled going over angled dips in the road (think of railway crossings or water bars etc), and I am surprised at the reduction in roll / wallow.

Pros: firmer, more controlled
Cons: reduction in roll
Vehicle: Ford
Mileage: 26000 km
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Bilstein Shock absorbers
mxdcm
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Rating 2.0

I have Bilstein B8 Performance shock absorbers with Eibach EW 2067001VA springs; on a sedan 2002 530i manual transmission.

Great ride on a perfectly smooth road and stable on the highway at high speeds.

Horrible where I live.

To be honest, I kinda regret installing them.

Pros: stable at high speeds
Cons: horrible ride, expensive
Vehicle: BMW
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