Billstein 5100 vs TeraFlex 9550 shocks

[Kane96]

Hey guys, my fox 2.0 remote res shocks are leaking, wanted to fix them but got quoted about $250 for each shock to rebuild, bit too much IMO considering spend the extra $50 and i'd get new ones.

Considered trying to rebuild them myself?
and also considering buying new shocks either the Bilsteins or TF ones as I dont currently have the extra for the fox's.

any recommendations or reviews on them would be very helpful choosing what to do

[Kane96]

Leaning towards the Bilsteins, cheaper than a rebuild on the fox, and pretty much same measurements.

[st_za]

The Bilsteins generally give a softer, more comfortable ride and generally extend a bit longer than other shocks for similar lift heights.

I can't give you an objective opinion on the Teraflex shocks because I had some of the early variants that was affected by seious quality control issues.

[JKamo]

Have just listed some 9550 in the marketplace.

They seemed fine to me but trying something else now as it’s not a daily driver now.

[Jeep'ers]

Two out four of my billsteins failed at 50k now that may be fair wear and tear but they were spectacular fails leaking oil everywhere... and I aint no crash and bash offroader.... mostly beach driving..... will be replacing with falcons or Fox

[RLT]

Originally Posted by Jeep'ers

Two out four of my billsteins failed at 50k now that may be fair wear and tear but they were spectacular fails leaking oil everywhere... and I aint no crash and bash offroader.... mostly beach driving..... will be replacing with falcons or Fox

Just wondering if you kept the 'dust covers' on them since installation ?

[Jeep'ers]

Originally Posted by RLT

Just wondering if you kept the 'dust covers' on them since installation ?

I accumulated a tone of crap inside the boots and was a nightmare to clean out after wheeling... so i removed them...