BDS 4.5 Inch Long Arm Lift Kit | Dodge Ram 2500/3500 (1994-1999) 4WD | Block Kit Without Factory Overload | NX2 Nitro Series

This configuration includes a rear block kit designed for trucks without factory top-mounted overload springs, paired with NX2 Nitro Series shocks. The rear steel lift blocks are engineered for correct pinion angles, eliminate the need for additional lift blocks, and reduce axle wrap. NX2 shocks feature a nitrogen-charged twin-tube design, 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving, dual-welded ends, a 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston, self-lubricating seals, and a silver powder coat finish.

Overview

BDS Suspension engineered this 4.5-inch lift kit with long arm conversion for 1994–1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 4WD trucks to maximize performance on and off road. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 35-inch tires.

The long lower control arms are built to reduce caster change through wheel travel, creating a more controlled feeling at the steering wheel. This 4-Link long arm system retains the factory triangulation of the arms, adding stability to the suspension system. Up front, the kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, all four control arms plus mounting bracket, a forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, bump stops, sway bar drop brackets, and precision-tuned shocks. In the rear, the kit utilizes heavy duty cast steel blocks and add-a-leaf combo (or rear leaf springs, depending on configuration), longer u-bolts, and a matched set of shocks.

Pro-Ride Coil Springs

A pair of full-length, diesel-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs provide the correct lift height and a smooth, predictable ride across various terrains. Manufactured from high tensile steel as direct OE replacements, these springs are engineered with properly sized wire diameter for maximum reliability without premature coil bind.

Steering Correction

A forged drop pitman arm minimizes steering angle once the vehicle is lifted, and a heavy duty track bar drop bracket keeps the steering geometry in phase through suspension travel while recentering the front axle.

Features

• Tubular long arms reduce caster change and create more controlled feel on and off road
• Heavy duty control arm brackets maintain proper suspension geometry
• Front high-strength progressive rate coil springs for a smooth ride on any terrain
• Front track bar relocation bracket to re-position axle
• Forged drop pitman arm to correct steering angles
• Front sway bar correction to maintain handling performance
• Choice of BDS NX2 Nitro Series gas shocks or FOX 2.0 Performance Series IFP gas shocks

Specifications

• Lift Height: 4.5 inches
• Fits: 1994–1999 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 4WD (models built after February 9, 1994)
• Tire clearance: up to 35 inches
• Rear lift options: Block Kit Without Factory Overload, Block Kit With Factory Overload, or Leaf Springs
• Rear steel lift blocks: cast steel, high strength, engineered for correct pinion angles
• Rear leaf springs: multi-leaf progressive design, maintains factory payload weight ratings
• Pro-Ride coil springs: full-length, diesel-specific, high tensile steel, progressive rate
• Control arms: 4-Link long arm system retaining factory triangulation
• Includes: forged drop pitman arm, track bar bracket, bump stops, sway bar drop brackets, longer u-bolts

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Special Tools Required: Cut Off Wheel or equivalent, Pitman Arm Puller

Important Notes

• For models built after February 9, 1994 due to track bar stud size.
• May require exhaust modification.
• A dual stabilizer may be substituted for the single stabilizer included in the kit.
• These vehicles were produced with and without a top-mounted overload spring. You will need to identify which your vehicle has before ordering.