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Bilstein 24-060820 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber, Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 2500/HD

Bilstein 24-060820 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber, Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 2500/HD
Bilstein B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber, Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 2500/HD
 
: $87.98
Part Number: 24-060820
Manufacturer: Bilstein

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Bilstein 24-060820 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock — Silverado/Sierra 2500

Bilstein 24-060820 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber — Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra 2500/HD

Direct-fit OE upgrade rear shock for 1999–2010 Silverado/Sierra 2500 and 1500 HD trucks at stock height. 46mm monotube nitrogen gas design. Not for Quadrasteer or ZX3 models. No hardware included. Made in the USA.

Why Choose the Bilstein B6 4600 Rear Shock for Your Heavy-Duty GM Truck?

The Bilstein 24-060820 B6 4600 Series Rear Shock Absorber is a direct-fit OE upgrade engineered for the long-running GM heavy-duty truck platform — covering the Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 1500 HD, and their GMC Sierra counterparts from 1999 through 2010. These are trucks built for serious work: towing fifth wheels, hauling heavy payloads, running work sites, and logging high-mileage on highways — and the 4600 series is tuned to keep up with those demands without sacrificing the ride quality that makes long trips bearable.

Bilstein's application-specific 46mm monotube design provides the rear damping control these trucks need, whether loaded or unloaded. Unlike generic heavy-duty replacements that sacrifice ride for stiffness, the 4600 is precisely valved for the Silverado/Sierra 2500 platform — delivering confident rear stability under tow, better load control with a payload in the bed, and a more composed, settled ride on the highway with an empty truck.

🔧 Direct OE Rear Replacement

Eyelet upper and lower mounts — direct bolt-on replacement using stock mounting hardware (not included)

🏔️ 46mm Monotube Design

Fade-free rear damping under sustained heavy loads — cooler operation and longer service life than twin-tube alternatives

💪 HD Towing & Payload Optimized

Increases rear suspension carrying capacity — improved stability and load control when towing or hauling heavy payloads

🇺🇸 Made in the USA

Designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA. Backed by Bilstein's limited lifetime warranty for the original purchaser

Key Features & Benefits

  • Direct-Fit OE Upgrade: Bolt-on replacement for stock-height rear suspension — uses OEM mounting configuration with no spring changes or modifications required
  • Improved Ride Quality, Handling & Traction: Significant improvement over worn or standard factory rear shocks for highway composure, rear traction, and control under load
  • 46mm Monotube Construction: Larger working piston area provides more precise rear damping and better heat dissipation than twin-tube designs — essential for heavy-duty use
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: High-pressure nitrogen with floating piston prevents oil aeration and heat fade for consistent performance mile after mile, loaded or unloaded
  • Velocity-Sensitive Deflective Disc Valving: Automatically adjusts damping response to road conditions and load — smooth over small bumps, controlled and stable under heavy loading
  • Increased Rear Suspension Carrying Capacity: Better handles the rear axle loads of towing fifth wheels, travel trailers, and heavy cargo beds
  • Highway & Off-Road Ready: Application-specific tuning maintains rear axle control on any road surface, from smooth highways to rough job-site roads
  • Polished Steel Rod: Corrosion-resistant polished finish for long service life under all weather and road conditions
  • Includes Blue Boot: Protective boot included; mounting hardware not included (uses OEM hardware)
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty: Bilstein's limited lifetime warranty for the original purchaser
  • Made in the USA

🚫 Will NOT Fit These Configurations

This shock is not compatible with the following factory-installed options:

Quadrasteer: Models equipped with the optional four-wheel steering system (available on select Silverado/Sierra 2500 HD models)
ZX3 Electronic Suspension Package: Models equipped with the optional active/electronic suspension system

Verify your truck's factory option codes before ordering. If your truck has either of these options, a different part number is required.

⚠️ Before You Order — Key Notes

Hardware Not Included: This shock uses your existing OEM mounting hardware. Mounting hardware is not included.

Sold Individually: One shock absorber per package. Order qty 2 for a complete rear axle replacement.

Stock Height Only: The B6 4600 Series is for stock-height applications. For lifted trucks, see the Bilstein B8 5100 series for GM 2500 HD applications.

Wide Fitment Range: This shock covers multiple model variants across a long production span (1999–2010). Always verify your specific year, model, and option codes — the 1500 HD, 2500, and 2500 HD are all covered but have different production years. See fitment table below.

Technical Specifications

Part Number24-060820
BrandBilstein
SeriesB6 4600
PositionRear
TypeNitrogen Gas Charged
Internal DesignMonotube (46mm)
Extended Length26.18"
Compressed Length16.22"
Travel9.96"
Rod Diameter1.81"
Upper Mounting StyleEyelet
Lower Mounting StyleEyelet
Valving TypeDeflective Disc Valving
AdjustableNo
Rod FinishPolished
Rod MaterialSteel
Bushing MaterialRubber
Bushing ColorBlack
Body ColorYellow
With ReservoirNo
Includes BootYes (Blue)
Includes HardwareNo (Uses OEM Hardware)
Includes Dust ShieldNo
SoldIndividually (Qty: 1)
WarrantyLimited Lifetime
Country of OriginMade in the USA

📦 What's Included

In The Box (Qty: 1 Shock Absorber):
• Bilstein 24-060820 Rear Shock Absorber
• Blue Protective Boot
• Black Rubber Bushings

NOT Included:
• Mounting Hardware (uses existing OEM hardware)
• Dust Shield
• Second shock (sold individually — order qty 2 for a complete rear pair)

🔗 Related Bilstein Silverado/Sierra 2500 Shocks

24-060813 — Front B6 4600 shock for 2001–2010 Silverado/Sierra 2500 HD 4WD (pairs with this rear shock)

24-196437 — Front B6 4600 shock for 2011–2024 Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD

24-196444 — Rear B6 4600 shock for 2011–2024 Silverado/Sierra 2500/3500 HD

Pair with 24-060813 for a complete front and rear 4600 upgrade on compatible 2001–2010 2500 HD trucks.

📄 Support & Warranty

Bilstein Official Product Page

Bilstein Technical Support:
Website: www.bilstein.com

Warranty: Limited Lifetime for original purchaser — B6 4600 series gas pressure shocks. Proof of purchase required. See full terms at Bilstein's website.

Vehicle Fitment — Chevrolet & GMC Heavy-Duty Trucks (Rear, Stock Height)

The 24-060820 fits the following vehicles at stock ride height, without Quadrasteer, and without the ZX3 Electronic Suspension Package. Sold individually — order two for a complete rear replacement. Always confirm your specific year, model, and factory options before ordering.

Vehicle Years Notes
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD
2001–2003
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD
2005–2006
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
Chevrolet Silverado 2500
1999–2004
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD
2001–2010
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Classic
2007
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
GMC Sierra 1500 HD
2001–2003
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
GMC Sierra 1500 HD
2005–2006
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
GMC Sierra 2500
1999–2004
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
GMC Sierra 2500 HD
2001–2010
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3
GMC Sierra 2500 HD Classic
2007
Rear — Stock Height; Without Quadrasteer; Without ZX3

⚠️ Fitment cross-referenced across LM Performance, NorCal Diesel Performance, GTA Jeeps & Trucks, XDP, and ShockWarehouse. Factory options including Quadrasteer and ZX3 Electronic Suspension affect fitment — always verify your truck's option codes before ordering.



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