Features
- Reduced Steering Vibration: Helps dampen small steering movements and reduce vibrations for improved control, handling, and comfort.
- Monotube Design: Provides consistent damping performance with a smooth, non-coilover body.
- Durable Finish: Zinc-plated body helps resist corrosion in demanding road and weather conditions.
- Protective Boot: Includes a black bellows boot to help shield the shaft and sealing components.
- Mounting Configuration: Features a cantilever lower mount and eye-style upper mount with a 0.5-inch mounting diameter.
- B8 5100 Series: Designed to match the performance and construction of other Bilstein B8 5100 suspension components.
- Travel Range: Provides 7.25 inches of controlled stroke between the extended and collapsed positions.
- Application: Fits select Chevrolet and GMC trucks, including specified Suburban, Yukon XL, Silverado, Sierra, and Avalanche models.
Description
Upgrade your truck or SUV’s steering performance with the Bilstein B8 5100 Steering Damper, part number 33-174525. Designed as an improvement over the factory steering damper, this replacement helps reduce steering vibrations and dampen small steering movements that can affect control, handling, and ride comfort. It is engineered for select Chevrolet and GMC light trucks, including specified Suburban, Yukon XL, Silverado, Sierra, and Avalanche applications.
The Bilstein B8 5100 uses a durable monotube design with a smooth, non-coilover body for consistent damping performance. Its zinc-plated finish helps resist corrosion from road debris, moisture, and harsh operating conditions, while the included black bellows boot helps protect the shaft and sealing components. The damper uses a cantilever lower mount and an eye-style upper mount with a 0.5-inch mounting diameter for dependable installation on compatible vehicles.
With a 20.08-inch extended length, 12.83-inch collapsed length, and 7.25 inches of travel, this Bilstein steering stabilizer is designed to provide controlled movement throughout the operating range. The 46mm piston and 11mm shaft support responsive damping without the need for an external reservoir. Matching the B8 5100 series, part 33-174525 is a practical choice for restoring steering stability and improving the driving experience on compatible heavy-duty trucks. Professional installation is recommended, and vehicle fitment should be verified before ordering. California Proposition 65 Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Fits
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 2001-2003, 2005-2006
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 1999-2004
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 2001-2010
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic 2007
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Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2001-2006Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Classic 2007
Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD 2007-2010
Chevrolet Suburban 2500 2000-2013
GMC Sierra 1500 HD 2001-2003, 2005-2006
GMC Sierra 2500 1999-2004
GMC Sierra 2500 HD 2001-2010
GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic 2007
GMC Sierra 3500 2001-2006
GMC Sierra 3500 HD 2007-2010
GMC Yukon XL 2500 2000-2013
Hummer H2 2003-2009
Specifications
| Reservoir | No |
|---|---|
| Shock Body Design | Smooth Body (Non-Coilover) |
| Series | B8 5100 (Steering Damper) |
| Finish | Zinc Plated |
| California Prop 65 | WARNING: Cancer & Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov |