BDS 6 Inch Lift Kit w/ 4-Link | Ram 2500 (2014-2018) 4WD Diesel | NX2 Nitro Series Shocks

Configured with NX2 Nitro Series shocks front and rear. Features a nitrogen-charged twin-tube design with 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving, dual-welded ends for increased strength, 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston, self-lubricating seals, and a silver powder coat finish.

Overview

BDS Suspension engineered this 6-inch lift kit with 4-Link conversion for the 2014–2018 RAM 2500 diesel-powered truck. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up with clearance for up to 37-inch tires. Up front, the kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, 4-Link control arms with conversion mounts, a forged drop pitman arm, a track bar bracket for steering correction, bump stops, brake line brackets, and precision-tuned shocks. A transfer case indexing ring and new transmission crossmember are supplied to allow use of the factory front driveshaft. In the rear, the kit utilizes progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs, a track bar relocation bracket to correct axle positioning, bump stop extensions, sway bar links, and a matching set of shocks.

4-Link Conversion

The BDS 4-link system converts the factory stamped steel radius arms to optimize suspension geometry for better handling characteristics while adding strength and stability. This bolt-on upgrade uses 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

Full-length, diesel-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs are supplied front and rear to provide the correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride across various terrains. Manufactured from high tensile steel as direct OE replacement coil springs, they are engineered with properly sized wire diameter for maximum reliability without premature coil bind.

Steering Correction

A forged drop pitman arm minimizes the steering angle once lifted, paired with a heavy duty track bar drop bracket to keep steering geometry in phase through suspension travel while recentering the front axle.

Features

• Heavy duty 4-link arms improve strength, handling, and caster control
• High strength progressive rate coil springs for a smooth ride on any terrain
• Track bar relocation brackets to re-position axle
• Forged drop pitman arm to correct steering angles
• Front sway bar correction to maintain handling performance
• HD transmission crossmember and transfer case indexing ring to correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts
• Choice of BDS NX2 Nitro Series or FOX Performance Series IFP gas shocks for improved ride and off-road performance

Specifications

• Lift Height: 6 inches
• Compatible Tire Size: Up to 37 inches
• Fitment: 2014–2018 RAM 2500 4WD Diesel
• 4-Link conversion brackets: High-strength 1/4-inch steel
• Pro-Ride coil springs: Full-length, progressive rate, high tensile steel, diesel-specific
• Transfer case indexing ring: Fits 6-bolt transfer cases
• Includes: Coil springs, 4-link control arms, conversion mounts, forged drop pitman arm, track bar brackets, bump stops, brake line brackets, bump stop extensions, sway bar links, transmission crossmember, transfer case indexing ring, and shocks

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8–10 hours
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Tools Required: Step Drill Bit, Drill / Bit Set, Pitman Arm Puller, Welding Equipment

Important Notes

• Not for use with factory rear airbag suspension.
• Indexing ring only fits 6-bolt transfer cases (most common). Some heavy-duty tow package vehicles could have 8-bolt transfer cases (with heavy-duty Aisin 6-speed transmissions) — order part #122813.