Bilstein 24-187053 Suspension Shock Absorber - Front

Bilstein B8 5100 Front Shock for Lifted Trucks

The Bilstein B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable shock absorber is built for trucks and SUVs with a front OE coilover-style suspension. For Nissan Frontier, Nissan Xterra, and Suzuki Equator applications, it uses snap-ring grooves to set the spring seat position and achieve 0-3 inches of front lift with OE springs, depending on application.

Key Features

• Bilstein B8 5100 (Ride Height Adjustable) series front shock absorber
• Snap-ring grooved body for adjustable spring seat height
• Monotube internal design with a 46mm digressive piston
• Self-adjusting deflective disc valve setting
• Zinc-plated finish with black bellows boot
• Non-adjustable damping
• Front position only
• Part number 24-187053

Product Details

Bilstein 24-187053 is a front suspension shock absorber designed for OE coilover-style front suspension setups. The B8 5100 line focuses on ride height adjustment through multiple snap-ring grooves in the shock body, allowing the spring seat to be positioned for leveling and front lift without changing to a different spring package. The monotube construction and 46mm piston are used to improve wheel travel and handling response while maintaining consistent damping characteristics. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Compatible With 2005-2021 Nissan Frontier, front; 2005-2015 Nissan Xterra, front; and 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator, front. The Bilstein B8 5100 line is a practical choice when the goal is to level the vehicle, correct front rake, or restore controlled suspension movement after a lift-related change. Part number 24-187053 is also a useful reference when searching for a front shock for Nissan Frontier or Nissan Xterra coilover applications.

Common Uses

• Correcting front-end rake on a Nissan Frontier or Nissan Xterra
• Setting front ride height with OE springs
• Replacing a worn front coilover-style shock absorber
• Improving wheel travel and steering response on lifted front suspension setups
• Restoring consistent front suspension control on daily-driven trucks and SUVs

Installation Notes

Verify front suspension configuration before ordering, since this shock is for OE coilover-style front applications only. Set the snap-ring groove position according to the desired ride height and the vehicle-specific lift range listed for the application. Confirm collapsed and extended length, upper stem mount, and lower 14mm eye mount against the original shock before installation. Professional installation and a post-install alignment are recommended after any front ride-height change.

Quality Assurance

Bilstein B8 5100 shocks use a monotube design with zinc-plated construction and application-specific valving for consistent performance in front suspension service. Part number 24-187053 is engineered for the listed Nissan Frontier, Nissan Xterra, and Suzuki Equator fitments and is backed by Bilstein product engineering standards.