Choosing Shocks for your 19-26 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

We made this guide specifically for the 2019-2026 Silverado 1500, based on thousands of miles running these shocks ourselves, on our own staff 2023 4WD RST Duramax 1500 truck. We address different budgets, different vehicle uses & needs (plush daily comfort, more handling, off-road, etc), and identify exactly what these shocks mean for your Chevy. We truly test these products ourselves, and are open to any and all questions for your vehicle, reach out to us with any questions!

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Daily Driver Shock Recommendations
The following shocks give comfort and control on road for your every day driving needs
Bilstein 5100 Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (0-2.5" lift)
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Overview
Bilstein's 5100 adjustable height shock for the 19+ Silverado 1500 is the go-to standard for leveling the truck, while drastically improving the daily driven manners. Using factory springs, drivers can lift the front of the truck up to 2.5in, removing the factory nose-down rake that comes standard. On top of that, the monotube shocks deliver a massive improvement to vehicle handling for your daily drive, reducing body roll and excess sway around bigger bumps, driveways, and speed bumps.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Leveling-Kit ability for certain apps
  • Great off-road capable shock upgrade
  • Durable, long lasting
  • Improved handling on & off-road
  • Heavy Duty, Tow, Haul capable
Cons
  • Firmer than stock-like shocks
  • Performance Shock, higher price
Fox 2.0 Performance Series Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Overview
While the Fox 2.0 is typically geared towards offroad performance, our tests showed that both the 2.0 coilovers and the 2.0 snap ring options from Fox gave an equal amount of comfort as the softer stock shocks, while improving handling on the 2019+ Silverado 1500. Where the stock shocks failed to reduce body roll and excessive sway on highway joints, driveways, and speed bumps - the Fox 2.0 settled the truck noticeably better.
Price

3 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Coilovers provide Leveling-kit ability
  • Excellent High Performance entry level shock
  • Handles hard hits well
  • Improves handling and traction in all terrains
  • Rebuildable / Serviceable
Cons
  • Higher price point compared to similar offerings
  • Requires servicing for optimal performance
  • Firmer than factory and other factory-like upgrades
Icon 1.5-3.5" Suspension System Stage 1 Kit for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Overview
For 2019-2026 Silverado 1500 owners, Icon shocks give noticeable ride control, with the ability to lift the front of the truck more than most of the competition. Being able to go up to 3 or even 3.5 inches of lift in the front looks good on paper, just make sure to also budget for new upper control arms for alignment, as the factory upper arms and ball joints will not stand up to the new angles that this tall of a lift kit will produce.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Improved handling on and off-road
  • Built for moderate to high speed
  • Rebuildable and serviceable
  • Can upgrade through higher stages
Cons
  • Requires servicing for optimum performance
  • Off-road focused, may be too firm for daily-driver only
Hauling / Towing Shock Recommendations
The following shocks give you the on-road stability and control necessary for hauling and towing loads
Bilstein 4600 Monotube OEM Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Overview
For 2019-2026 Silverado 1500 owners that tow and haul a large portion of the time, or just want a shock that can improve that experience on the weekend - the Bilstein 4600 is our go-to solution. One of the best shocks for improved handling and load management, Bilstein's 4600 gives dramatically improved chassis control, without sacrificing daily driven comfort.
Price

2 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Excellent factory upgrade for improved handling
  • Long lasting, very durable
  • Reduces nose dive and body roll
  • Capable for heavy duty use, easy 4x4 trails
Cons
  • Firmer than stock-like shocks
  • Higher tier shock, higher price
  • Yellow isn't everyone's favorite color
Off-Road Shock Recommendations
The following shocks have the durability and longevity you need for tough terrain
Overview
Bilstein's 6112 big-bore shock that is a big step up from the standard 2in options (4600, 5100) in the handling and performance department. Road comfort isn't an afterthought here, but these shocks are aimed at the 2019-2026 Silverado 1500 driver that likes to pickup the pace offroad and on the trail. The thicker nature of these shocks are geared towards bigger bump handling and rougher terrain, keeping your Silverado 1500 consistent and composed during dirt adventures.
Price

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Fox 2.0 Performance Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD RWD
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Overview
The Fox 2.0 shines offroad for the 2019+ Silverado, subduing the rocky chatter and the chunkier terrain. The rear end of the truck sees a lot of benefit both on the daily drive and offroad, smoothening out the leaf sprung truck - whether loaded or not. In the dirt these shocks are valved to provide more rebound damping to the Silverado, drastically reducing the front or rear end bucking after a big hit.
Price

3 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Coilovers provide Leveling-kit ability
  • Excellent High Performance entry level shock
  • Handles hard hits well
  • Improves handling and traction in all terrains
  • Rebuildable / Serviceable
Cons
  • Higher price point compared to similar offerings
  • Requires servicing for optimal performance
  • Firmer than factory and other factory-like upgrades
Icon 1.5-3.5" Suspension System Stage 1 Kit for 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Overview
If you're looking for a noticeable increase in on-road handling, while smoothing out the tougher terrain on the weekends in the dirt with your 2019+ Silverado, Icon's 2.5 shocks address both issues. Icon's digressive-hybrid valving provides great handling on-road, and then when the speeds pickup in the dirt - the shocks get softer, yet still predictable. "The faster you go, the smoother they get."
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Improved handling on and off-road
  • Built for moderate to high speed
  • Rebuildable and serviceable
  • Can upgrade through higher stages
Cons
  • Requires servicing for optimum performance
  • Off-road focused, may be too firm for daily-driver only
King Shocks 2.5 Performance Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD
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Overview
Kings Shocks for the 2019-2026 Silverado 1500 deliver out-of-the-box comfort for the daily drive, while giving progressive support on the weekends for the tougher offroad terrain. We'd be lying if we said these shocks were pillowy out of the box, or extremely plush - lets remember that these shocks are performance oriented, and aim to improve handling in all environments. Offroad is where these shine, progressive support means that these shocks seem to handle the bigger the bumps get and the more you cycle the suspension through the chunkier terrain.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • One of the highest performing shocks available for OE apps
  • Serviceable, Rebuildable, Custom Tuning Available
  • Compression adjustment and reservoir options
  • Badass Blue color
Cons
  • Lacking on features from competitors
  • Requires servicing between 30-50k miles for optimum performance
Fox 2.5 Performance Elite Shocks Set for 2019-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Overview
The Fox 2.5 Performance Elite shocks are more than a jack-of-all trades package, the dual speed adjustment dials give you fine tune control for the daily drive, the road trip trailer haul, or weekend activities in the dirt with your 2019+ Silverado 1500. The DSC adjuster can change how the truck feels through turns and small bumps on pavement, while also ramping up damping for big bumps offroad.
Price

4 dollar signs out of 4

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Pros
  • Huge improvement to road comfort and off-road handling in one package
  • Adjustable & Reservoir options
  • Serviceable, Rebuildable, Custom Tuning Available
  • Excellent handling in high speed environments
Cons
  • Requires servicing between 30-50k miles for optimum performance