Bilstein shocks, struts and kits for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500

Same parts as every 2001–2006 Sierra 3500, showing 2005. See the 2001–2006 page

Bilstein lists 12 parts for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500, across 3 lines from the B6 4600 to the B8 5160. Lift and leveling options run up to 6 in.

Front, extended: 389–572 mm15.3–22.5 in
Front, collapsed: 274–343 mm10.8–13.5 in
Rear, extended: 607–795 mm23.9–31.3 in
Rear, collapsed: 394–462 mm15.5–18.2 in
Lift options: 0–6 in

Narrow it to your Sierra 3500

Submodel

Drive

Good, better, best

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

Front

Shocks

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

RecommendedB6 4600

24-060813

B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

With Independent Front Suspension

Rear

Shocks

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

RecommendedB6 4600

24-185677

B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

With Independent Front Suspension

12 parts for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500

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

Front

Better B6 4600

24-060813 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

Better B8 5100

24-186735 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 2-2.5" Front Lift
With Torsion Key Lift
Check which applies to your vehicle

24-187183 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 4-6" Front Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

33-174525 B8 5100 Steering Damper Steering Damper

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Better B8 5160

25-311839 B8 5160 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 4-6" Front Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

25-311853 B8 5160 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 2-2.5" Front Lift
With Torsion Key Lift
Check which applies to your vehicle

Rear

Better B6 4600

24-185677 B6 4600 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

Better B8 5100

24-186636 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 4" Rear Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

24-186742 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Fits Vehicles With 0-1" Rear Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

24-191203 B8 5100 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 2" Rear Lift

Better B8 5160

25-311846 B8 5160 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axleFor a lift / level

Fits Vehicles With 4" Rear Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

25-311891 B8 5160 Shock Absorber

Sold each · 2 per axle

Fits Vehicles With 0-2" Rear Lift
With Independent Front Suspension
Check which applies to your vehicle

Not sure which one is right?

Tell us how you use the Sierra 3500 and we'll pick with you.

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