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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2001 Ford F-150

Same parts as every 2001–2003 F-150, showing 2001. See the 2001–2003 page

Bilstein lists 13 parts for the 2001 Ford F-150, across 2 lines from the B6 4600 to the B8 5100. Lift and leveling options run up to 6 in.

Front, extended
361–548 mm14.2–21.6 in
Front, collapsed
254–337 mm10.0–13.3 in
Rear, extended
609–694 mm24.0–27.3 in
Rear, collapsed
376–416 mm14.8–16.4 in
Lift options
0–6 in

Narrow it to your F-150

Submodel
Drive
Body

Good, better, best

One pick from each Bilstein tier that fits at stock height, compared side by side.

Front

Shocks

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These shocks differ by version, so we need to know which F-150 you have.

Submodel
Drive
Body

Rear

Shocks

Check fitment with us before ordering: Bilstein's notes decide which one fits.

RecommendedB6 4600

24-024792

B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Not for Lightning
  • RWD only (Lariat Extended Cab Pickup, Lariat Standard Cab Pickup, XL, XLT Extended Cab Pickup, XLT Standard Cab Pickup, King Ranch, Lariat, XLT, Lariat Crew Cab Pickup, XLT Crew Cab Pickup)
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift
  • With Light Duty Suspension (5-lug wheels)

13 parts for the 2001 Ford F-150

Grouped by where they go, then by Bilstein line. Parts made only for a lifted or lowered vehicle say so.

Front

Better B6 4600

24-024785 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Lariat, XL, XLT only
  • RWD only
  • Extended Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (Lariat RWD, XLT RWD)

24-185134 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Lariat, XL, XLT only
  • 4WD only
  • Extended Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (Lariat 4WD, XLT 4WD)

24-185189 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XLT only
  • Harley-Davidson Edition only (4WD Extended Cab Pickup, 4WD Standard Cab Pickup)
  • RWD only (King Ranch, Lariat, XLT, Lariat Crew Cab Pickup, XLT Crew Cab Pickup)
  • Crew Cab Pickup only (Lariat RWD, XLT RWD)

Better B8 5100

24-185400 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

  • Not for Lightning
  • RWD only (Lariat Extended Cab Pickup, Lariat Standard Cab Pickup, XL, XLT Extended Cab Pickup, XLT Standard Cab Pickup, King Ranch, Lariat, XLT, Lariat Crew Cab Pickup, XLT Crew Cab Pickup)
  • Fits Vehicles With 3" Front a-arm style lift
  • Fits Vehicles with 6" a-arm and spindle style lift
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

24-185523 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

  • King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT only
  • 4WD only
  • Fits Vehicles With 3-4" Front Lift
  • With Crossmember Lift Kit
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

24-236942 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

  • Not for Lightning
  • RWD only (Lariat Extended Cab Pickup, Lariat Standard Cab Pickup, XL, XLT Extended Cab Pickup, XLT Standard Cab Pickup, King Ranch, Lariat, XLT, Lariat Crew Cab Pickup, XLT Crew Cab Pickup)
  • Fits Vehicles With 6" Front Lift
  • With Crossmember Lift Kit
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Rear

Better B6 4600

24-024792 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Not for Lightning
  • RWD only (Lariat Extended Cab Pickup, Lariat Standard Cab Pickup, XL, XLT Extended Cab Pickup, XLT Standard Cab Pickup, King Ranch, Lariat, XLT, Lariat Crew Cab Pickup, XLT Crew Cab Pickup)
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift
  • With Light Duty Suspension (5-lug wheels)
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

24-185141 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT only
  • 4WD only
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-2" Rear Lift
  • With Light Duty Suspension (5-lug wheels)
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

AK2284 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT only
  • 4WD only
  • With Heavy Duty Package (7-lug wheels)

Better B8 5100

24-185417 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

  • Not for Lightning
  • Fits Vehicles With 0-2" Rear Lift
  • With Light Duty Suspension (5-lug wheels)
  • Fits Vehicles With 4-5" Rear Lift
  • Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the F-150 and we'll pick with you.

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