BDS 6 Inch Lift Kit w/ Radius Arms | Ford F100/F150 (1980-1996) 4WD | 6 Inch Leaf Springs Rear

This configuration upgrades the rear with 6 Inch Leaf Springs, eliminating any need for a lift block. The multi-leaf progressive design maintains factory payload weight ratings, reduces axle wrap, and creates a more controlled and stable feel. Determine if your truck was manufactured with or without top-mounted overload springs before installation.

Overview

Take your Ford 1980–1983 F100 or 1980–1996 F150 4WD truck to the next level with this 6-inch suspension lift kit featuring extended radius arms by BDS Suspension. Designed to improve stance, performance, and off-road capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up with clearance for up to 35-inch tires.

Up front, the kit includes Pro-Ride coil springs, axle pivot relocation brackets, extended radius arms, radius arm drop mounts, a forged pitman arm for steering correction, and precision-tuned NX2 nitrogen-charged shocks. In the rear, the base kit utilizes a high-strength lift block, longer U-bolts, and a matching set of NX2 Nitro shocks. Rear lift options are available to suit your truck's specific configuration.

Features

• Bolt-on installation
• Pro-Ride dual-rate coil springs for smooth performance across various terrains
• Extended tubular radius arms replace factory stamped steel arms, reducing caster change through wheel travel for improved steering control on and off road
• Heavy-duty steel drop brackets for proper suspension geometry
• Cast steel blocks provide a level stance from front to rear with correct pinion angles
• NX2 Nitro shocks with vehicle-specific valving for improved control
• Forged pitman arm for steering correction
• Clearance for up to 35-inch tires

Specifications

• Lift Height: 6 inches
• Fits: 1980–1983 Ford F100 4WD, 1980–1996 Ford F150 4WD
• Front: Pro-Ride coil springs, extended radius arms, radius arm drop mounts, axle pivot relocation brackets, forged pitman arm, NX2 Nitro shocks
• Rear (base): High-strength steel lift block, longer U-bolts, NX2 Nitro shocks
• Rear lift options: 4 Inch Block Kit, 4 Inch Block Kit with Add-A-Leaf, or 6 Inch Leaf Springs
• Maximum tire size: 35 inches

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8 hours
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Tools Required: Air Hammer (Recommended), Metric/Standard Socket Wrench Set, Drill/Bit Set, Jack/Jack Stands

Important Notes

• Front end alignment required after installation. Alignment cams may be required — see page 118.
• #123401 recommended if equipped with a front anti-sway bar. Ford produced 3 different styles of sway bar systems between 1980 and 1996. In extremely rare cases, modification may be required.
• Extended brake lines required for all 4–6 inch lifts.
• Does not fit F150 models without power steering.