OME VS Bilstein

[Cherokeekj06]

Hi
with OME springs (2948+2927) which shocks will preform better offroad? smoothly and comfortable ride
OLDMAN (n132l+90009 ) or BILSTEIN 24-139168 and 33-185552 ?

 

[JeepJeepster]

Ive never tried Bilsteins on a KJ but I do have them on my ZJ's. No clue if they are similar to the shocks for the KJ, but my ZJ's definitely have a more sporty ride than my KJ with the OME shocks. Kinda comparing apples to oranges with the IFS though.

 

[Shankster]

Hi
with OME springs (2948+2927) which shocks will preform better offroad? smoothly and comfortable ride
OLDMAN (n132l+90009 ) or BILSTEIN 24-139168 and 33-185552 ?

I can't speak to the OME shocks but my Bilsteins with the OME springs dramatically improved the ride over stock. A really good compromise between handling and cushy ride. Work great off road too. My rear Bilsteins are 24-185240 by the way - for a Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 so not sure what the difference is between mine and the one you referenced.

 

[lfhoward]

Also +1 for Bilstein, although I also have not run OME before.

Fun fact: I am about to replace the rear Bilsteins on my 4” lifted KK, and they were from 2010. Can’t ask for much more than that!

 

[klc]

Hi
with OME springs (2948+2927) which shocks will preform better offroad? smoothly and comfortable ride
OLDMAN (n132l+90009 ) or BILSTEIN 24-139168 and 33-185552 ?

I like my OME’s, but you’ll be fine either way. I’ve heard it said that OME might be a bit better offroad and Bilstien a bit better on pavement, but I probably couldn’t tell the difference. Your ride will be much smoother.