Bilstein 24-164870 Steering Damper - Front

Bilstein B8 5100 Steering Damper

The Bilstein B8 5100 steering damper is an upgrade for factory steering dampers on trucks and SUVs that need tighter steering control and less vibration. Built for front-end applications on Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models, part number 24-164870 is designed to reduce small steering movements and help calm shimmy, wander, and road feedback.

The B8 5100 steering damper line is part of Bilstein’s matched performance family, with a zinc-plated finish and monotube construction for consistent damping response. This steering damper uses a smooth-body design, black bellows boot, eye 12.7mm lower mount, and cantilever upper mount, with collapsed length of 15.12 in. and extended length of 23.54 in.

Key Features

• Bilstein B8 5100 steering damper for front steering applications
• Monotube internal design for controlled damping response
• Zinc-plated finish for resistance to harsh elements
• Smooth-body, non-coilover construction
• Black bellows boot included
• Body diameter: 46mm
• Collapsed length: 15.12 in. (384.0 mm)
• Extended length: 23.54 in. (598.0 mm)
• Lower mount: Eye 12.7mm
• Upper mount: Cantilever

Detailed Description

Bilstein 24-164870 is a front steering damper engineered for Dodge Ram trucks that need improved steering feel and reduced vibration. It is listed for 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 2004-2007 Dodge Ram 2500, and 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500 in front applications. For vehicles with an eye-to-eye mount steering damper installed under the factory recall, Bilstein notes use of part number 33-170794 instead. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

As part of the Bilstein B8 5100 steering damper series, this unit is built to help control minute steering inputs and reduce the vibrations commonly felt in older trucks and SUVs. The zinc-plated exterior adds corrosion resistance, while the monotube design supports consistent performance in demanding road conditions. If you are searching for a steering damper for a Dodge Ram 1500 front end, a steering stabilizer for a Ram 2500, or a replacement steering damper for a Ram 3500, part number 24-164870 is the direct fitment reference to review.

What It Helps Address

• Steering wheel vibration on rough roads
• Front-end shimmy or shake
• Excessive steering feedback from road irregularities
• Loose or unsettled steering feel
• Wear-related loss of damping performance in the factory steering damper

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle’s steering damper mount style before ordering.
• Fits 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, front.
• Fits 2004-2007 Dodge Ram 2500, front.
• Fits 2003-2007 Dodge Ram 3500, front.
• For trucks with the factory recall eye-to-eye steering damper setup, Bilstein specifies part number 33-170794 instead.
• Confirm collapsed and extended length requirements against the existing damper before installation.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein designs the B8 5100 steering damper series as a performance-oriented replacement for factory steering dampers, with zinc coating for added protection and a monotube layout for stable damping characteristics. Part number 24-164870 is built to match the B8 5100 product family and support consistent steering control on compatible Dodge Ram front-end applications.