BDS SUSPENSION
BDS SUSPENSION BDS1693H 6 INCH LIFT KIT W/ 4-LINK RAM 3500 19-24 4WD DIESEL WITH FACTORY REAR OVERLOAD LEAF 8 BOLT NX2 NITRO SHOCKS
- SKU:
- BDS1693H
- MPN:
- BDS1693H
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
Description
Raise your RAM 3500 diesel powered truck to the next heights with this 6-inch lift kit with 4-Link conversion from BDS Suspension. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 37 inch Tires.
Up front the lift kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, 4-Link control arms and conversion brackets, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, sway bar relocation, brake line brackets and precision tuned NX2 or FOX 2.0 nitrogen charged shocks.
At this height, the transfer case needs to be indexed to allow use of the factory front driveshaft so an indexing ring and new transmission crossmember are supplied. In the rear this kit utilizes a high-strength steel lift block, longer u-bolts and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX 2.0 Performance shocks.
4-Link Conversion
Convert the factory stamped steel radius arms over to the BDS 4-link to optimize suspension geometry for better handling characteristics while adding strength and stability. This bolt-on upgrade utilizes high-strength 1/4-inch steel brackets that allow mounting of HD upper and lower control arms to correct axle positioning while limiting caster change throughout wheel travel.
Pro-Ride Coil Springs
A pair of full-length, diesel-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs are supplied to provide the correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride across various terrains.
Steering Correction
To optimize steering geometry once lifted, a forged drop pitman arm is used to minimize the steering angle and pair it with a heavy duty track bar drop bracket to keep them in phase through suspension travel while recentering the front axle.
- Front Lift Method: Coil Spring
- Rear Lift Method: Block
- Shocks Included: Yes
- Front Lift Height: 6 inch
- Rear Lift Height: 5 inch
- Dually with 8-bolt Transmission (Aisin), require BDS122409 Def Relocation Kit
- Mega Cab inch's with 8-bolt Transmission (Aisin), require BDS122409 Def Relocation Kit
- Vehicles equipped with a Manual T-case requires BDS122423 Manual transfer case shifter extension
- Vehicles equipped with a 2-piece rear drive shaft (carrier bearing), require BDS122406 Carrier bearing drop.
- Heavy duty 4-link improve strength, handling and caster control
- Front high strength progressive rate coil springs for a great 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
- HD transmission crossmember and t-case indexing ring to correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts
- BDS NX2 gas or FOX performance series Internal Floating Piston gas shocks to improved ride and offroad performance
Rear Lift Option With Factory Rear Overload Leaf
Select rear box kit based on whether or not your RAM has factory Rear Overload Leaf.
Shock Option NX2 Nitro Series
- Nitrogen-charged
- Twin-tube design
- 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving
- Dual-welded ends for increased strength
- 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston
- Self-lubricating seals
- Silver powder coat finish
8 Bolt Indexing Ring
- Ram has an optional Aisin heavy-duty 6 speed transmission available in the 3500 trucks that utilize a different transfer case mounting bolt pattern (8-bolt).
- The 8-bolt kit also
- Includes an internal shaft seal extension and new shaft seal.
Kit Components:
- Includes one BDS012433, 2019-2024 Ram 2500 / 2019-2024 Ram 3500 4-Link Box Kit 1of2, UPC Code 658848612437
- Includes one BDS012434, 2019-2024 Ram 2500 / 2019-2024 Ram 3500 4-Link Box Kit - 2 of 2, UPC Code 658848612444
- Includes one BDS012527, 2019-2024 Ram 3500 5 inch Rear Box 4 3/8 inch U-bolt w/ overload, UPC Code 658848612642
- Includes one BDS032602, 2013-2024 Ram 3500 / 2014-2024 Ram 2500 6 inch Coils - Diesel, UPC Code 658848616428
- Includes one BDS122421, 2019-2024 Ram 3500 T-Case Index 18deg - 8 Bolt, UPC Code 658848619542
- Includes two BDS85714, Shock - 26.78 x 15.96 x 2-3/8 - S50/EB2, UPC Code 711745609549
- Includes two BDS85761, Shock- 33.00 x 19.25 x 2-3/8 - EB1/EB1, UPC Code 711745609709
At the core of this lift kit are diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs that provide a full 6 inches of lift at the front, complemented by a rear lift using a robust block system to achieve a 5-inch rear height. The 4-Link conversion optimizes suspension geometry, enhancing strength and stability, offering improved handling characteristics, even on the toughest trails. High-strength 1/4-inch steel brackets facilitate easy bolt-on installation of heavy-duty control arms, maintaining axle positioning and minimizing caster change throughout travel.
Included in this lift kit are components designed for optimal performance, such as a forged drop pitman arm that corrects steering angles, a front sway bar relocation bracket, and an HD transmission crossmember. All these enhance the interaction between the truck and the terrain, ensuring a smooth ride.
The kit comes equipped with BDS NX2 Nitro or FOX 2.0 performance shocks, specially designed for improved ride quality and off-road capabilities. Featuring nitrogen-charged twin-tube designs with velocity-sensitive valving, these shocks provide robust performance under diverse driving conditions.
A unique aspect of the BDS1693H kit is its compatibility with vehicles equipped with an 8-bolt transmission, paired with an indexing ring to ensure proper front driveline angles. Replacing your factory setup with this lift kit transforms your RAM into a powerful, high-performing truck ready to tackle any off-road adventure with confidence.