Bilstein
Bilstein High Quality Shock Absorbers, Struts, Coilovers and Cartridges for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Jeeps, RVs and Sandrails
It was in 1927 that Hans Bilstein made the first move towards the automotive accessories industry, through his co-operation with the Berlin-based lifting gear company Levator-Hebezeug-Fabrik. He did not have to wait long to see his activities bear fruit. In 1928, four years before the opening of the first motorway between Cologne and Bonn, BILSTEIN supplied the first chrome-plated bumper for mass-produced cars. Just one year later the company began producing car jacks. In typical BILSTEIN style, it entered this market with a resounding technical innovation, introducing the first usable side jack to a world that was only slowly getting used to the car. But the true world sensation was still to come. In 1954, BILSTEIN revolutionized the damping technology and has always be recognized for its top quality and high performance as innovative systems partner for the automobile industry. Enormous effort went into development, accompanied by substantial investment in the necessary production facilities, to achieve this ambitious target. And it paid off. The introduction of the first mono-tube gas pressure shock absorber in a standard production Mercedes-Benz vehicle in 1957 by what was at the time the 'Fittings and car jack manufacturer BILSTEIN' (Beschlag- und Wagenheber-Hersteller BILSTEIN) is still today considered a major contribution to active driving safety.
For more than 50 years, BILSTEIN has been developing successful dampers used in motorsport racing. From off-road and rally world championships to titles at most of the important 24-hour races to championships in Formula 1, BILSTEIN continues to lead the field. Gas pressure technology is now used in all types of telescope shock absorbers developed for use on powerful, high-class cars. The latest highlight is the development of the air spring module that BILSTEIN supplies 'just in sequence' to the Mercedes S-Class production line. To this day, the demands of its customers in the automotive and tuning industries, combined with its commitment to motor sports, are what drive development and innovation at BILSTEIN. All AMG Mercedes in the DTM and over half of the teams in the 24-hour race on the Nürburgring approach the starting line with BILSTEIN accessories.
The world‘s leading automobile brands trust BILSTEIN for a reason – Bilstein technologies and quality set the highest standards. Each development is a new milestone and represents the pioneering spirit of BILSTEIN, an essence which manifests itself in every product. Bilstein’s current product offering of shocks, struts and coilovers includes STREET PERFORMANCE: Bilstein B12 Pro-Kit, Bilstein B12 Sportline, Bilstein B14, Bilstein B16, Bilstein B6, Bilstein B8, Bilstein ClubSport, Bilstein Evo R, Bilstein Evo S, Bilstein Evo SE and Bilstein Evo T1; OFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE: Bilstein B6 4600, Bilstein B8 5100 Ride Height Adjustable, Bilstein B8 5100, Bilstein B8 5125, Bilstein B8 5160, Bilstein B8 5165, Bilstein B8 6112, Bilstein B8 8100, Bilstein B8 8100 Bypass, Bilstein B8 8112 ZoneControl CR and Bilstein B8 8125; and OE REPLACEMENT: Bilstein B1, Bilstein B2, Bilstein B3 Air Springs, Bilstein B3, Bilstein B4 Air Suspension Module, and Bilstein B4. Accesspeed is proud to offer Bilstein products to our customers. With our lowest price match guarantee, you will always find the best combination of price and selection at Accesspeed.
Suspension & Chassis » Anti-Sway Bars and End Links
Anti-Sway Bars, Anti-Roll Bars, Stabilizer Bars and End Links
What is the purpose of a sway bar?
Sway bars, also called anti-sway bars, stabilizer bars or anti-roll bars, are used to keep your vehicle from rolling over. It is most often a U-shaped or C-shaped bar that is connected to each of the vehicle's front wheels via end links.
Do aftermarket sway bars help?
Yes. A properly designed sway bar reduces body roll for a dramatic improvement in handling. While the primary function of a sway bar is to reduce body roll in cornering, overall handling and stability improvements are evident. With adjustable sway bars and/or sway bar end links, you can fine-tune the amount of oversteer and understeer.
Do sway bars affect ride quality?
No. Sway bars control body roll and cornering stability. Unlike changing spring rates to reduce body roll and improve handling, sway bars have no effect on ride quality or comfort.
Do you need alignment after replacing sway bars or end links?
No. Sway bar and end link installation do not affect alignment. If you lower or lift your vehicle, or if you replace the tie rods, control arms, steering rack, or subframe, you will need an alignment.
What do adjustable sway bar end links do?
Adjustable sway bar end links allow you to set the sway bar in the center of the control arms, ensuring there is no contact or binding under heavy loading and unloading. Adjustable end links give you the ability to adjust the amount of performance and handling improvement your sway bars provide.