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

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

Overview

This 6-inch radius arm lift kit from BDS Suspension is designed for 2014–2018 RAM 2500 diesel trucks equipped with the factory rear air ride system. The kit is engineered to improve stance, performance, and capability, providing clearance for up to 37-inch tires. Up front, the kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, heavy-duty radius arm drop brackets, a forged drop pitman arm, a track bar bracket for steering correction, sway bar relocation hardware, brake line brackets, and precision-tuned shocks. A transfer case indexing ring and new transmission crossmember are included to allow use of the factory front driveshaft at this lift height. In the rear, the kit utilizes heavy-duty air bag spacers, a track bar relocation bracket, bump stop extensions, sway bar links, and a matching set of shocks. New air ride leveling sensor brackets are also included to re-position the ride height sensors, maintaining full air bag range of motion and factory-like ride height performance.

Features

• Heavy-duty radius arm drop brackets maintain proper suspension geometry
• High-strength tubular radius arms with caster adjustment and OE-style rubber frame mount bushings replace factory stamped steel arms
• Diesel-specific progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs manufactured from high tensile steel for correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride
• Track bar relocation brackets re-position axle for correct front and rear geometry
• Forged drop pitman arm corrects steering angles once lifted
• Front sway bar correction maintains handling performance
• HD transmission crossmember and transfer case indexing ring correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts
• Heavy-duty rear air bag spacers
• Bump stop extensions and rear sway bar links
• New air ride leveling sensor brackets reposition ride height sensors for full air bag range of motion
• Clearance for up to 37-inch tires

Specifications

• Lift Height: 6 inches
• Vehicle Fitment: 2014–2018 RAM 2500 4WD Diesel w/ Rear Air Ride
• Coil Springs: Full-length, diesel-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride; high tensile steel construction
• Radius Arms: High-strength tubular construction with caster adjustment
• Shock Options: FOX 2.0 Performance Series or NX2 Nitro Series (see variant for details)

Installation

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

Important Notes

For OE Air Ride systems only.