BDS 6.5 Inch Lift Kit | 2015-2020 Chevy/GMC Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon 1500 4WD | Cast Steel Control Arms | FOX 2.0 Performance Series

This configuration is designed for trucks equipped with Cast Steel factory control arms and includes FOX 2.0 Performance Series rear shocks. FOX 2.0 shocks feature a 2-inch impact extruded aluminum body, internal floating piston (IFP) monotube design, CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends, a massive 5/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft, race-developed high-flow piston design, application-specific valving, and a long-lasting clear anodized finish.

Overview

The BDS 6.5-inch lift kit for the 2015–2020 Chevy Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon 1500 4WD is engineered to improve stance, performance, and off-road capability while providing clearance for up to 35-inch tires. The kit uses BDS's high-clearance design to improve ground clearance, strength, and off-road protection, while correcting suspension and steering geometry for on-road handling.

Up front, the kit utilizes full-length replacement strut shocks, high-arched 1/4-inch thick steel crossmembers, multi-piece differential relocation brackets, and heavy-duty skid plates. Steering geometry is corrected at the new ride height with CNC-machined ductile iron steering knuckles, along with sway bar drops, bump stop extensions, brake line brackets, CV spacers, and supplied hardware. In the rear, the kit includes Pro-Ride coil springs, anti-sway bar links, a track bar relocation system, adjustable upper control arms for pinion angle tuning, and a choice of precision-tuned rear shocks.

Features

• High-clearance crossmember design with 1/4-inch thick laser-cut steel maximizes ground clearance
• Heavy-duty skid plate system bolts together to create a rigid subframe for improved off-road protection
• CNC-machined ductile cast iron steering knuckles correct steering geometry at the lifted ride height and maintain ESC system compliance
• Multi-point differential relocation brackets secure the front axle and improve CV angles
• Pro-Ride rear coil springs for on-road ride quality and off-road performance
• Adjustable upper rear control arms allow proper pinion angle adjustment
• Rear track bar relocation system included
• Factory Protection Plus drivetrain warranty included

Installation

• Estimated Time: 8–10 hours
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Tools Required: Cut-off wheel or equivalent, reciprocating saw, strut compressor, welding equipment

Important Notes

*IMPORTANT*: GM is producing several knuckle/control arm configurations in 2014–2017 model trucks. Cast Steel control arm equipped models will require the "Cast Steel Control Arm" kit. Stamped Steel and Aluminum control arm equipped models will require the "Aluminum Control Arm" kit. Be sure to verify which factory control arms your truck has before ordering by referencing the help images when customizing your kit. Requires frame bracket modification. 20-inch wheels with 5-inch to 5-3/4-inch backspacing are recommended to reduce trimming. AWD models may require front driveline modification. Factory 17-inch and 18-inch wheels cannot be reinstalled due to tie rod interference. Will not work with auto-ride or Magna-ride equipped vehicles.