BDS 5.5 Inch Lift Kit | Ram 3500 (2013-2018) 4WD Gas | 5 Inch Block Kit | FOX 2.0 Performance Series

Configured with a 5 Inch Rear Block Kit and FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks. The 5 inch block produces a level to tail-high appearance. Rear blocks are cast iron for high strength and designed to provide correct pinion angles.

Overview

This 5.5-inch lift kit from BDS Suspension is designed for 2013–2018 RAM 3500 gas-powered 4WD trucks. The kit improves stance, performance, and capability while providing clearance for tires up to 37 inches. Up front, it includes gas-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, radius arm drop brackets, a forged drop pitman arm, a track bar bracket for steering correction, bump stops, brake line brackets, and precision-tuned shocks. In the rear, the kit is available with a high-strength fabricated lift block or leaf springs, longer u-bolts, and a matched set of shocks.

Features

• Heavy duty radius arm drop brackets to maintain proper suspension geometry
• Front high-strength progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs for a smooth ride on any terrain
• Front track bar relocation bracket to re-position the front 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
• Choice of BDS NX2 Nitro Series or FOX 2.0 Performance Series nitrogen-charged shocks
• Rear lift option available as 4 inch block kit, 5 inch block kit, or leaf springs

Specifications

• Lift Height: 5.5 inches
• Tire Clearance: Up to 37 inches
• Rear block material: Cast iron (high strength)
• Rear leaf springs: Multi-leaf progressive design; maintains factory payload weight ratings
• 5 Inch Block: Level to tail-high appearance
• 4 Inch Block: Tail-low to level stance

Installation

• Estimated Time: 7–9 hours
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Tools Required: Step Drill Bit, Drill / Bit Set, Pitman Arm Puller, Welding Equipment

Important Notes

• 6.4L 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.
• The carrier bearing drop is necessary for models equipped with a two-piece rear driveshaft.
• Some vehicles may require a rear driveshaft spacer kit (122007) to maintain adequate rear driveshaft engagement.
• DRW models: fit inner wheel clearance to the upper u-bolt plate on 5.5–6 inch kits.