{"product_id":"5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-4-link-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-gas-leaf-springs-fox-2-5-performance-elite-bds1620fpe","title":"5.5 Inch Lift Kit w\/ 4-Link Ram 3500 13-18 4WD Gas Leaf Springs Fox 2.5 Performance Elite","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt to outperform, BDS Suspension engineered a 5.5-inch lift kit with 4-Link conversion for your 2013-2018 RAM 3500 gas powered truck that will surely impress. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 37 inch Tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp front the lift kit includes gas-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, 4-Link control arms with conversion mounts, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, bump stops, brake line brackets and precision tuned NX2 or FOX 2.0 nitrogen charged shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the rear this kit utilizes a high-strength fabricated lift block, longer u-bolts and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX 2.0 Performance shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4-Link Conversion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConvert 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePro-Ride Coil Springs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pair of full-length, gas-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs are supplied to provide the correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride across various terrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteering Correction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo optimize steering geometry once lifted, a forged drop pitman arm is used to minimize the steering angle and pair it with a heavy duty track bar drop bracket to keep them in phase through suspension travel while recentering the front axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Lift Method: Coil Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Lift Method: Block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShocks Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Lift Height: 5.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Lift Height: 4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.4L gas models will require exhaust modification to clear the front driveshaft. 5.7L gas models may require exhaust modification as well. The vehicle can be driven without the front driveshaft to an exhaust shop for modifications to be made before reinstalling the driveshaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe carrier bearing drop is necessary for models equipped with two-piece rear drive shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome vehicles may require a rear driveshaft spacer kit 122007 to maintain adequate rear driveshaft engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDRW models fit inner wheel clearance to the upper u-bolt plate on 5.5-6 inch kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty 4-link improve strength, handling and caster control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront high strength progressive rate coil springs for a great ride on any terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront track bar relocation bracket to re-position axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged drop pitman arm to correct steering angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront sway bar correction to maintain handling performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHD transmission crossmember and t-case indexing ring to correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBDS NX2 gas or FOX performance series Internal Floating Piston gas shocks to improved ride and offroad performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Springs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLevel stance front to rear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates any need for a lift block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces axle wrap and creates a more controlled and stable feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-leaf progressive design for a smooth ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains factory payload weight ratings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTire Size: 35 x 12.5 Tire Size 2: 37 x 13.5 Wheel Diameter: 18 x 9 Wheel Diameter 2: 17 x 9 Back Spacing: 4.5\/5.625\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two BDS002609, Ram Rear Leaf Spring, UPC Code 658848611300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS012403, 2013-2018 Ram 3500 4-Link Box Kit (2of2), UPC Code 658848612345\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS012604, 2013-2018 Ram 3500 6 inch 4-Link Box Kit (1of2), UPC Code 658848612703\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS032401, 2013-2018 Ram 3500 \/ 2014-2018 2500 Ram - Front Coils 4 inch Diesel - 5.5 inch Gas, UPC Code 658848616367\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS122616, Ram T-Case Index - Gas - 6 Bolt, UPC Code 658848619702\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one FOX88326064, Kit: 2014-2024 Ram 2500, Front, 2.5 Truck Fox Performance Elite Series, R\/R, 6 inch Lift, Dual Speed Compression Adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one FOX88326102, Kit: 2014-2024 Ram 3500, Rear, 2.5 Truck Fox Performance Elite Series, P\/B, 4-6 inchРЎСљ Lift, Dual Speed Compression Adjust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes four UBT4067, 9\/16 x 4 x 12-1\/2 Round U-bolt, UPC Code 711745613003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51732764754241,"sku":"BLDV_BDS1620FPE","price":6601.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/sandmdiesel.com\/products\/5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-4-link-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-gas-leaf-springs-fox-2-5-performance-elite-bds1620fpe","provider":"S\u0026M Diesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}