BDS SUSPENSION BDS312FS 8 INCH LIFT KIT FORD F250/F350 SUPER DUTY 99-04 4WD SQUARE U BLOT PRIOR TO 2-28-99 FOX 2.0 PERFORMANCE

Raise the bar of your 1999-2004 Ford F250 and F350 Super Duty truck by installing this 8-inch lift kit 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 38 inch Tires.

Up front the lift kit includes Glide-Ride leaf springs, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, sway bar links, bump stop brackets and precision tuned NX2 or FOX nitrogen charged shocks.

In the rear the base kit utilizes replacement Glide-Ride full leaf spring packs, u-bolts and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX Performance shocks.

Glide-Ride Leaf Springs

Built to outperform, BDS engineered the Glide-Ride leaf springs into a multi-leaf progressive spring rate design that provides a smooth ride with any load. This is accomplished with an exclusive triple-stage leaf spring design. Upgrading to BDS Glide-Ride leaf springs will reduce axle wrap and provide flexibility throughout the suspension cycle.

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: Leaf Spring
• Rear Lift Method: Leaf Spring
• Shocks Included: Yes
• Front Lift Height: 8 inch
• Rear Lift Height: 8 inch

1. These truck were manufactured with two different style front u-bolts. You will need to know if your front leaf spring u-bolts are square or are half way between round and square with a gentle radius around the OE cast u-bolt plate before ordering.
2. Vehicles produced before 3/1/99 require a different box kit. You must check the production date on the door prior to ordering.
3. The Superduty came from the factory with a 2 inch, 3 inch, or 4 inch rear block. If you wish to truly level your vehicle it may be necessary to change the rear OE block.
4. Will not fit dually applications.
5. If your vehicle is equipped with a carrier bearing, you will want the 123402 drop kit in the options section.
6. The front driveshaft will need to be lengthened and/or clearance ground depending on how the vehicle is equipped.

• Easy, 100 percent Bolt-on installation
• Glideride leaf springs to provide full lift height and increased capacity
• Track bar relocation bracket and pitman arm maintains proper steering angles for improved handling
• Cast steel blocks provide level stance from front to rear
• Standard NX2 Nitro shocks with vehicle-specific valving for better control
• Upgrade to FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks for maximum performance on and off-road

Front U-Bolt Type Square - Mfg Prior to 2-28-99

This vehicle was manufactured with either square front U-Bolts or radiused front U-bolts. Typically, 1999-2000 are square and 2001-2004 are radiused, but that is not always the case.

The radiused U-bolts aren't square or round, but rather have a gentle radius that matches a cast factory upper U-bolt plate on top of the factory spring. Vehicles manufactured prior to 2-28-99 require yet another different box kit due to a change in the factory track bar. Please make the appropriate selection for your particular vehicle.

Shock Option

FOX 2.0 Performance Series

• 2-inch Impact extruded aluminum body
• Internal floating piston (Internal Floating Piston) monotube design
• CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends
• Massive 5/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft
• Race-developed high-flow piston design
• Application-specific valving to maximize performance
• Long-lasting clear anodized finish

Kit Components:

• Includes two BDS003802, Ford F250/350 8in Front Spring, UPC Code 658848611416
• Includes two BDS003809, Ford F250/350 8in Rear Spring, UPC Code 658848611423
• Includes one BDS013004, Pre 2/99 Ford F250/350 6&8in Front Bx Kt, UPC Code 658848612949
• Includes one BDS013009, Ford F250/350 6&8in Rear Box Kit, UPC Code 658848612987
• Includes two FOX98224660, Fox 2.0 Shock 30.05 x 18.45 x 2- EB1/EB1
• Includes two FOX98224765, Fox 2.0 Shock 35.95 x 21.85 x 2-EB1/EB1

Elevate your driving experience with the BDS SUSPENSION BDS312FS 8 Inch Lift Kit designed specifically for 1999-2004 Ford F250/F350 Super Duty trucks. This high-performance lift kit not only boosts your vehicle's height by 8 inches but also enhances its overall stance, capability, and off-road performance, allowing for clearance of imposing 38-inch tires.

Each kit is thoroughly engineered to provide the best experience possible. The front setup features Glide-Ride leaf springs, a forged drop pitman arm, and an advanced track bar bracket that ensure proper steering geometry. Additional elements like sway bar links and bump stop brackets support the smooth operation of your suspension system. For optimal performance on various terrains, choose between precision-tuned NX2 nitrogen-charged shocks or upgrade to the FOX 2.0 Performance Series shocks.

In the rear, the BDS lift kit includes Glide-Ride full leaf spring packs that are designed with a multi-leaf progressive spring rate. This unique design minimizes axle wrap and gives you the flexibility and comfort needed for both heavy loads and everyday driving. The kit also comes with quality u-bolts and matching rear shocks, ensuring consistency and durability throughout.

Installation is straightforward with 100% bolt-on components. However, note that different front u-bolt types may affect compatibility, especially for vehicles manufactured before February 28, 1999. Upgrading your Ford Super Duty with the BDS312FS Lift Kit is an investment in performance, handling, and rugged style, tailored to those who demand excellence both on and off the road. Perfect for enhancing your truck’s versatility and driving experience, the BDS lift kit is an essential addition for any Ford F250 or F350 enthusiast.