Important Notes
- Does not fit OE equipped air ride systems
- Recoil Traction Bars Recommended
- Dually with 8-bolt Transmission (Aisin), require BDS122409 Def Relocation Kit
- Mega Cab’s with 8-bolt Transmission (Aisin), require BDS122409 Def Relocation
Kit
- Vehicles equipped with a Manual T-case requires BDS122423
Manual transfer case shifter extension
- Vehicles equipped with a 2-piece rear drive shaft (carrier bearing), require
BDS122406 Carrier bearing drop.
- This kit requires the use of an aftermarket front
driveshaft (not provided) in addition to the (provided) indexing ring kit –
BDS122624 (6-bolt) or BDS122421 (8-bolt). Both must be installed, however due
to variations between truck configurations we recommend installing the kit
prior to taking measurements for the aftermarket front driveshaft to ensure
correct length. Vehicle can be driven without front driveshaft. Kit was tested
with a Drive Line Plus flange and driveshaft, however other high angle
driveshaft options can be used.
Features & Benefits
- Heavy duty 4-link improve strength, handling and caster control
- Front high strength progressive rate coil springs for a great ride on any terrain
- Front track bar relocation bracket to re-position axle
- Forged drop pitman arm to correct steering angles
- Front sway bar correction to maintain handling performance
- HD transmission crossmember and t-case indexing ring to correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts
- BDS NX2 gas or FOX performance series IFP gas shocks to improved ride and offroad performance
Up the ante of your RAM 3500 diesel truck to the next level with this 8-inch 4-Link lift kit from BDS. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 40" tires.
Up front the lift kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, 4-Link control arm conversion, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, sway bar relocation, brake line brackets, and custom-tuned nitrogen charged shocks.
At this height, the transfer case needs to be indexed to allow use of the factory front driveshaft so an indexing ring and new transmission crossmember are supplied. In the rear this kit utilizes heavy duty steel lift blocks along with add-a-leaf springs, u-bolts and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX Performance shocks.
4-Link Conversion
Convert the factory stamped steel radius arms over to the BDS 4-link to optimize suspension geometry for better handling characteristics while adding strength and stability. This bolt-on upgrade utilizes high-strength 1/4-inch steel brackets that allow mounting of HD upper and lower control arms to correct axle positioning while limiting caster change throughout wheel travel.
Pro-Ride Coil Springs
A pair of full-length, diesel-specific, Pro-Ride coil springs are supplied to provide the correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride across various terrains.
T-Case Indexing
At this height, driveline adjustments are necessary to allow the use of the factory driveshafts so a precision-built transfer-case indexing ring featuring ARP-studs can clock the transfer case and improve the front driveline operating angle. Additionally, a high clearance transmission crossmember supplied to allow sufficient clearance.
Recommended Tires & Wheels
(Trimming may be required)
- 40 x 13.5 with 17 x 9 and 5.5 in. Backspace
- 40 x 13.5 with 20 x 9 and 5.5in. Backspace
Rear Lift Option
Select rear box kit based on whether or not your RAM has factory Rear Overload Leaf.
Indexing Ring Option
6 Bolt Indexing Ring
- Kits come standard with 6-Bolt indexing ring kit.
8 Bolt Indexing Ring
- Ram has an optional Aisin heavy-duty 6 speed transmission available in the 3500 trucks that utilize a different transfer case mounting bolt pattern (8-bolt).
- The 8-bolt kit also includes an internal shaft seal extension and new shaft seal.
Shock Option
NX2 Nitro Series
- Nitrogen-charged
- Twin-tube design
- 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving
- Dual-welded ends for increased strength
- 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston
- Self-lubricating seals
- Silver powder coat finish
FOX 2.0 Performance Series
- 2-inch Impact extruded aluminum body
- Internal floating piston (IFP) monotube design
- CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends
- Massive 5/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft
- Race-developed high-flow piston design
- Application-specific valving to maximize performance
- Long-lasting clear anodized finish
