BDS 6 Inch Lift Kit | 1992-1998 Chevy/GMC Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 1500 6-Lug

Overview

The BDS 6-inch lift kit is engineered to improve stance, performance, and capability for 1992–1998 Chevy and GMC Suburban, Tahoe, and Yukon 1500 6-lug SUVs. Designed around heavy-duty upper control arms and CNC-machined ductile iron steering knuckles, this kit delivers zero track width change for maximum driveability. The kit provides clearance for up to 35-inch tires and takes advantage of BDS's high-clearance design for improved ground clearance, strength, and off-road protection while correcting suspension and steering geometry for proper on-road handling.

Up front, the kit utilizes torsion bar drop brackets, heavy-duty upper control arms, high-arched 1/4-inch thick steel crossmembers, a multipiece differential relocation bracket system, and heavy-duty skid plates. Steering geometry is corrected at the new ride height with CNC-machined ductile iron steering knuckles. Sway bar drops, bump stop extensions, brake line brackets, CV spacers, and all required hardware are included for a comprehensive front suspension lift. In the rear, BDS offers both a replacement lift block/add-a-leaf combo and full Glide-Ride leaf spring options to lift and level the stance. New U-bolts and precision-tuned shocks complete the rear suspension package.

Features

• High-clearance crossmember design maximizes ground clearance
• Robust CNC-machined ductile cast iron steering knuckles for long-lasting durability and ESC compatibility
• High-strength replacement upper control arms provide durability and serviceability
• HD skid plate system for improved off-road protection
• Multipoint differential relocation brackets to secure the front axle and improve CV angles
• Torsion bar drop brackets, sway bar drops, bump stop extensions, brake line brackets, and CV spacers included
• Rear lift block/add-a-leaf combo retains ride quality and load capacity
• New rear U-bolts included
• Factory Protection Plus drivetrain warranty included

Specifications

• Lift Height: 6–7.5 inches
• Front Lift Method: Cross-Member
• Front Lift Height: 6 inches
• Rear Lift Method: Block & Add-A-Leaf
• Rear Lift Height: 5 inches
• Shocks Included: Yes
• Crossmember Material: 1/4-inch thick laser-cut steel
• Steering Knuckle Material: CNC-machined ductile cast iron
• Tire Clearance: Up to 35 inches

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8 hours
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Special Tools Required: Reciprocating Saw, Torsion Bar Unloading Tool (Kent Moore Tools Part #J-36202-A — not available through BDS)

Important Notes

• Requires exhaust modification.
• Special tool (Kent Moore Tools Part #J-36202-A) required to unload/load torsion bars. Not available through BDS.
• Requires frame bracket modification and differential mount modification.
• All models equipped with Auto-Trac may require a new front driveshaft. The Auto-Trac New Process 246 transfer case can be identified by the silver dollar-sized plaque on the rear of the transfer case that reads "NP246". The dash-mounted display will show the Auto 4WD symbol. NP243 is not Auto-Trac.
• Aftermarket wheels required. See tire and wheel information in the instructions.
• System will not work on some 1988–1995 vehicles equipped with a spindle-mounted front ABS sensor.
• Four-door models require 121002 Torsion Bar Crossmember Kit.