The Ultimate Bilstein 6112 Shocks and Springs Guide

At Shock Surplus we've tested numerous vehicles on the Bilstein 6112; the Tacoma, Silverado, F150, Bronco, and Tundra - more experience than any other outfit can claim. Bilstein's 6112 shocks and springs kit have become one of our go-to recommendations for drivers looking for that little extra capability when the work week ends, and the dirt is calling. These shocks deliver enormous value, you get a 2.6in shock for 2.0 coilover prices (the other guys), and Bilstein's legendary durability. Height adjustability for the vehicles listed below, drivers can gain additional ride height in the front utilizing the included springs.

Current Applications as of September 2026

Bilstein 6112 Release, Applications, and Overview

Bilstein has delivered their answer to Rancho's Quicklift Leveling system and Fox's 2.0 Performance Coilovers, albeit without being fully assembled out of the box.

Bilstein's new 6112 kit features brand new coil springs, a massive 60mm digressive piston, and an adjustable spring seat for multiple ride heights. The thickness of the new shock (approx 2.65") allows for far more hydraulic fluid capacity over the 5100, Fox 2.0, and any of Rancho's products. This means greater fluid cooling than most OE-type shocks on the market, along with greater predictability and consistency through varying terrain.

Bilstein 6112s are a 2.6" shock at 2.0 prices - enormous value.

At $900'ish for a set of 2.6 inch shocks and springs to match, this rivals competitor 2.0 coilovers, with 23% more damping surface area. That translates to the shocks not working as hard, handling everything easier, and raising the ceiling on what's possible.

Why leveling struts are better than strut spacers.

When using a steel or aluminum 'puck' as a strut spacer on top of the factory strut mount, this does a couple things to the suspension. It does not preload the coil spring, but rather it drops the entire strut tower down by the leveling amount, in relation to the upper control arm. This decreases droop travel (wheel bottoming out) because the strut tower is placed in a premature dropped position, with limited clearance from the upper control arm.

A leveling strut will use the factory coil springs, and will preload the coil springs, increasing the spring rate, and lifting the vehicle. By preloading the coil spring, this will make the ride slightly firmer, but will also allow for full travel out of the strut tower compared to the strut spacers.

Specs and Design

• 7 Height Settings, ranging from factory, up to 2.5" of lift.
• Large 60mm monotube for increased oil capacity, cooling, and long-term durability
• 60mm digressive piston for improved ride comfort and control over rough terrain
• Brand new vehicle specific cold wound coil springs
• Monotube and high pressured nitrogen gas design
• Reuses OEM top mount and rubber isolator
• Made in the USA
• Kit includes (2WD) front 60mm shocks, (2WD) spring seats and (2WD) springs