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Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2001–2003 Ford F-150

Bilstein lists 13 parts for the 2001–2003 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, 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 2003 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 only (Lariat RWD)
  • Extended Cab Pickup, Standard Cab Pickup only (XLT RWD)

24-185134 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

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