BDS 2 Inch Leveling Kit | FOX 2.0 Snap Ring Strut | Chevy Silverado & GMC Sierra 1500 (2014-2018) 4WD | Aluminum / Stamped Steel Control Arm

Select this configuration if your 2014–2018 Silverado or Sierra 1500 is equipped with Aluminum or Stamped Steel factory upper control arms. Verify your factory control arm type before ordering — cast steel and stamped/aluminum arm trucks use different knuckle configurations and require different kits.

Overview

This 2-inch leveling kit from BDS Suspension upgrades the 2014–2018 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 4WD with FOX 2.0 Snap Ring Struts and heavy-duty tubular upper control arms. The kit improves stance, performance, and capability while providing clearance for up to 33-inch tires. Up front, the kit includes FOX 2.0 Performance Series strut shocks and heavy-duty tubular upper control arms for increased strength. In the rear, a matching set of FOX 2.0 Performance shocks provides a smooth, balanced ride.

Features

• FOX 2.0 Performance Series struts offer improved damper performance over factory and are a direct bolt-in replacement
• Performance upper control arms (UCAs) increase strength and allow for more suspension travel
• FOX 2.0 Performance Series IFP rear shocks included
• Factory Protection Plus drivetrain warranty included
• 100% bolt-on installation

Specifications

• Lift Height: 2 inches
• FOX 2.0 Snap Ring Strut: Mono-tube design with internal floating piston (IFP) separating shock oil from high-pressure, nitrogen-charged gas chamber; eliminates oil aeration for maximum performance
• Strut Body: Precision, impact-extruded 2-inch aluminum — lightweight and rust resistant
• Preload Settings: Three predetermined settings allowing 0, 1, or 2 inches of lift
• Spring Seat: Custom-molded to accept factory coil spring and mounting hardware
• Upper Control Arms: 1.5-inch OD x .120-wall tubular steel construction with indexed ball joint cup for corrected ball joint positioning, additional down travel, and camber adjustment
• UCA Frame Bushings: Durometer-specific rubber for maintenance-free operation
• UCA Ball Joints: Greaseable for smooth, quiet operation and long-term durability
• UCA Finish: Durable black powder coat with billet aluminum dust cap
• Tire Clearance: Up to 33-inch tires (see Important Notes for fitment conditions)

Installation

• Estimated Time: 3–4 hours
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Required Tools: Strut compressor, welding equipment

Important Notes

• Strut compressor required for installation
• Snap ring strut kits reuse factory top mounting hardware and coil spring
• 33x12.50 tires will require a weld-on steering stop and inner fender well modification to clear this width tire
• Will not fit MagneRide magnetic ride control equipped models
• Control Arm Selection: GM produced several knuckle/control arm configurations on 2014–2018 model trucks. Cast Steel control arm equipped models require the Cast Steel Control Arm kit (BDS757FSR). Stamped Steel and Aluminum control arm equipped models require the Aluminum Control Arm kit (BDS758FSR). Verify which factory control arms your truck has before ordering.