Compared to our Fox 2.0 shocks, the tuning in the Bilstein 5100 shocks is a bit more firm, but not so firm as to make the ride quality stiffer than OEM suspension. If you like a less floaty more planted sports-car feel, or have some weight added to the truck especially with a high center of gravity, these shocks are a great option!
My second gen Cummins 4x4 feels amazing now. Thuren 2.5 XS springs with the bilstein 5100s feel amazing and along with their tracking bar it’s part of the perfect recipe for the best feeling & steering front end. I should have got the 4 links control arms, I got another brand, I’ll probably grab the Thuren links someday. Currently I’m very satisfied though. Just drove 700 miles and truck felt better than ever.