Bilstein B6 4600 Stock Ride Height Front Shock | 4WD (1979-95 Pickup)

Bilstein B6 4600 Stock Ride Height Front Shock

For 1979–1995 Toyota Pickup 4WD with stock-height rear suspension. 

Overview

The Bilstein B6 4600 Front Shock is a direct-fit monotube shock absorber for stock-height Toyota Pickup 4WD applications. Its gas-pressurized monotube construction and velocity-sensitive digressive valving provide consistent, application-specific damping without external adjustment.

Two different factory front-suspension configurations are covered. The 1979–1985 application is for Toyota Pickups with the factory solid front axle, while the 1986–1995 application is for factory independent front suspension (IFS). These two front shock applications use different dimensions and lower mounts and are not interchangeable.

Key Features

• Bilstein B6 4600 front shock absorber for factory / stock ride height
• Gas-pressurized monotube construction
• Velocity-sensitive digressive valving
• Application-specific damping for the corresponding Toyota Pickup front suspension
• Non-adjustable design with no external reservoir
• Yellow painted shock body with blue protective boot
• Direct-fit factory mounting configuration
• Two shocks required for a complete front replacement
• Bilstein Limited Lifetime Warranty

Vehicle Fitment

All applications require: 4WD, front position, and factory / stock ride height.

Toyota Pickup

• 1979–1983 Toyota Pickup – 1st Gen – Solid front axle
• 1984–1985 Toyota Pickup – 2nd Gen – Solid front axle
• 1986–1988 Toyota Pickup – 2nd Gen – Independent front suspension (IFS)
• 1989–1995 Toyota Pickup – 3rd Gen – Independent front suspension (IFS)

Fitment Notes

• 4WD models only.
• Does not fit 2WD Toyota Pickup applications.
• Select the year range that matches the truck's factory front-suspension configuration.
• The 1979–1985 and 1986–1995 front shock applications are not interchangeable.
• Not intended as a dedicated suspension-lift shock.
• Vehicles with solid-axle swaps, long-travel suspension, relocated shock mounts, or other suspension modifications should be matched to the installed suspension dimensions rather than model year alone.

Product Specifications

Brand: Bilstein
Series: B6 4600
Product Type: Front Shock Absorber
Position: Front
Internal Design: Monotube
Charge Type: Gas Pressurized
Valving: Velocity-Sensitive Digressive
Adjustable Damping: No
Ride Height: Factory / Stock
Drivetrain: 4WD
Body Diameter: 2.0 in
Finish: Yellow Paint
Boot: Blue
External Reservoir: No
Quantity Required Per Vehicle: 2
Warranty: Bilstein Limited Lifetime Warranty

Which Front Shock Should You Buy?

KYB Excel-G — Best for Factory-Style Comfort & Value

Choose KYB Excel-G for an affordable, factory-style replacement that prioritizes comfortable everyday driving and original-style ride quality at stock height. Its gas-charged twin-tube design emphasizes smooth, predictable damping.

KYB Gas-a-Just — Best for Firmer Stock-Height Control

Choose KYB Gas-a-Just for firmer, more responsive monotube damping without stepping up to Bilstein. It provides a more controlled ride feel without changing suspension height or vehicle payload capacity.

Bilstein B6 4600 — Best for Overall Stock-Height Performance

Choose Bilstein B6 4600 for premium monotube damping with velocity-sensitive digressive valving that provides controlled, responsive handling during daily driving, highway travel, and light off-road use.

ARB / Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus — Best for OME Suspension Builds & Demanding Use

Choose OME Nitrocharger Plus for matched OME suspension setups, frequent rough-road use, or vehicles carrying additional equipment weight. The 1979–1985 solid-axle version is intended for matched OME front leaf springs with approximately 2 inches of lift, while the 1986–1995 IFS version supports stock height through approximately 2 inches of lift.

Our Recommendation: For most stock-height Toyota Pickup 4WD owners, Bilstein B6 4600 is our preferred all-around choice. Choose KYB Excel-G for comfort and value, KYB Gas-a-Just for firmer budget-friendly control, or Old Man Emu Nitrocharger Plus for compatible OME suspension builds and more demanding use.

Available Configurations

Choose your preferred configuration using the available vehicle-year and quantity options.

1. Vehicle Year

• 1979–1985: Toyota Pickup 4WD with factory solid front axle.

• 1986–1995: Toyota Pickup 4WD with factory independent front suspension (IFS).

2. Quantity

• Single: Includes (1) Bilstein B6 4600 front shock absorber for the selected year range.

• Pair: Includes (2) matching Bilstein B6 4600 front shock absorbers for the selected year range.