Choosing Shocks for your 2015-2020 Ford F-150

If you want a no-fuss factory replacement on your F150, the Bilstein 4600 is one of our most recommended options. These shocks reduce body roll, improve handling over large bumps and highway joints, and last an incredibly long time (100k+ miles). If better handling and more confidence for your F150 is the goal, these Bilstein 4600 are top choice.

The KYB Truck Plus are an efficient factory shock replacement for your 2015+ Ford F150, completely assembled ready for install. If you're looking for an economical factory-replacement setup - these KYB Assembled shocks and springs package is the answer. KYB has both factory height (Strut Plus) and +2in lift options (Truck Plus) for your 2015+ F150.

Eibach has one of the most balanced ride qualities we've experienced here at Shock Surplus on our own Ford F150. With a noticeable upgrade to on-road handling and comfort through a balanced compression/rebound approach, the Pro-Truck shocks keep the vehicle both nimble and comfortable. The Pro Truck shocks offer adjustable front spring collars, which allow the driver to raise the front of the vehicle up to 2.5in over stock - but these can also be ran at factory height.

One of the best selling shocks for the 2015+ Ford F150 truck, these are one of those shocks that can do it all. Level the truck, tow a load, give a lot of confidence on the highways, and still manage to be comfortable for your time on the pavement. The 5100 series shocks for the F150 dramatically improve handling over factory shocks, as well as all the budget twin-tube options out there from companies who have never done their homework for what the F150 really needs.

If you're looking for a combination of a lot of additional ride height, exceptional vehicle handling, and offroad performance, then Icon delivers on all fronts. Through our own tests and installs we've found Icon to be exceptional in offering the longest travel shocks in a package that doesn't require modification to the factory vehicle. Their options for the F150 reach all the way up to 4.5" lift kits without needing a new cross-member, while still driving exceptionally well.

Bilstein's 8112/8100 Zone Control shocks are one of the most technically advanced options available for the F150, that require little to no maintenance. These shocks deliver exceptional comfort on-road, while being able to turn the heat way up offroad with no compromise in performance.

Eibach's Stage 2R (Reservoir) Pro-Truck shocks for the 2015+ Ford F150 are an impressive competitor to similar offerings from Bilstein 5100 and Fox 2.0 kits. The reservoir rear shocks provide substantially better traction in the faster dirt environments, and being a tad softer on-road for the daily drive.

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Some on the Shock Surplus staff called the ride 'Buttery' on the F150 we threw these shocks on. A new addition to Bilstein's arsenal, the 6112 shock is equipped with a massive 60mm active piston and 2.6" shock body, providing exceptional off-road capability and handling. This shock is aimed solely at the adventurer, offroader, and overlander that sees a lot of dirt, but also doesn't want to sacrifice daily driver comfort.

The Fox 2.0 shocks for the 2015+ Ford F150 have deviated slightly from our usual experience on this Ford F150 application. All the comfort on-road and on-trail is still there, but when the speeds pickup offroad and the terrain starts to get choppy, these shocks have a hard time keeping the vehicle planted.

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The Fox 2.5 Performance Elite shock is the jack of all trades for the 2015+ Ford F150, the dual speed adjuster fine tunes the daily ride or the weekend adventure. These shocks provide both exceptional vehicle support, as well as high-speed offroad performance. That means keeping the vehicle planted when the speeds get fast and the dirt gets choppy.

Nothing rides like a King on your 2015+ F150. The out of the box tuning is both forgiving and comfortable on the commute, while still keeping the Ford planted through the choppy trail or desert terrain. While these shocks excel at offroad performance, King has dialed in the comfort for F150s that spend a lot of time on the pavement.