BDS 4 Inch Lift Kit | Ford F250/F350 Super Duty (2011-2016) 4WD Gas | Leaf Springs w/ NX2 Nitro Series Shocks

This variant uses a Leaf Springs rear lift configuration paired with NX2 Nitro Series shocks. The rear leaf springs feature a multi-leaf progressive design for a smooth ride and maintain factory payload weight ratings. NX2 Nitro shocks feature a nitrogen-charged twin-tube design, 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 4-inch lift kit from BDS Suspension is designed for 2011–2016 Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty gas-powered trucks. The kit is engineered to improve stance, performance, and capability while providing clearance for up to 35-inch tires. Up front, the kit includes gas-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, brake line brackets, and precision-tuned nitrogen-charged shocks. The rear lift is available in a block kit or leaf spring configuration and includes brake line brackets and a matching set of shocks.

Features

• 100% bolt-on installation
• Pro-Ride dual-rate coil springs engineered specifically for gas-powered applications
• Heavy-duty radius arm drop brackets provide correct caster and maintain stock driving characteristics
• Forged drop pitman arm minimizes steering angle once lifted
• Heavy-duty track bar drop bracket keeps steering geometry in phase through suspension travel and recenters the front axle
• Sway bar relocation included
• Brake line brackets included front and rear
• Steel lift blocks with built-in bump stop provide a level stance from front to rear (block kit variants)
• Multi-leaf progressive rear leaf springs maintain factory payload weight ratings (leaf spring variants)
• Standard NX2 Nitro shocks with vehicle-specific valving
• Available upgrade to FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks for maximum on- and off-road performance
• Fitment for up to 35-inch tires

Specifications

• Lift Height: 4 inches
• Application: 2011–2016 Ford F250 / F350 Super Duty 4WD Gas
• Pro-Ride coil springs: full-length, gas-specific, dual-rate design
• Radius arm drop brackets: heavy-duty construction
• Pitman arm: forged drop design
• Rear lift blocks (block kit): cast iron construction, tapered for correct pinion angle, offset steel pin to restore axle position
• Rear lift includes u-bolt flip kit for maximum ground clearance (block kit)
• NX2 Nitro Series shocks: nitrogen-charged twin-tube design, 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving, dual-welded ends, 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston, self-lubricating seals, silver powder coat finish
• FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks: 2-inch impact extruded aluminum body, internal floating piston (IFP) monotube design, CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends, 5/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft, race-developed high-flow piston, application-specific valving, clear anodized finish

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Special Tools Required: Cut-off Tool, Pitman Arm Puller

Important Notes

• Removal of factory block required.
• Rear add-a-leaf is required for models equipped with factory 3-7/8" block for level to tail-high stance. Single add-a-leaf kit #113218 recommended for more level stance. Dual add-a-leaf kit #113209 recommended for tail-high stance. (Add-a-leafs do not apply to rear leaf spring equipped systems.)
• Front exhaust modification may be required to clear front drive shaft (gas only).
• If equipped with a 2-piece driveshaft, a driveshaft alignment kit may be required.
• Although extremely rare, front and/or rear driveline vibration may occur.
• If equipped with rear sway bar, #123009 required.
• U-bolts will not work on dually.