{"product_id":"8-inch-lift-kit-w-4-link-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-diesel-5-inch-block-kit-and-add-a-leaf-8-bolt-fox-20-performance-series","title":"8 Inch Lift Kit w\/ 4-Link | Ram 3500 (13-18) 4WD | Diesel - 5 Inch Block Kit and Add-A-Leaf \/ 8 Bolt \/ FOX 2.0 Performance Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eGo big with the BDS Suspension engineered 8-inch lift kit with 4-Link conversion for your 2013-2018 RAM 3500 diesel powered truck. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 40\" tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp front the lift kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, 4-Link control arms with conversion mounts, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, sway bar links, bump stops, stainless steel brakelines and precision tuned NX2 or FOX 2.0 nitrogen charged shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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 block and add-a-leaf combo or optional full replacement BDS Glideride leaf springs. Also included are new u-bolts, brake line brackets and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX Performance shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4-Link Conversion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConvert 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro-Ride Coil Springs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteering Correction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThis Kit Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Lift Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 Inch Block Kit and Add-A-Leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndexing Ring Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 Bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Option:\u003c\/strong\u003e FOX 2.0 Performance Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBDS Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDS1791FS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty 4-link improve strength, handling and caster control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront high strength progressive rate coil springs for a great ride on any terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront track bar relocation bracket to re-position axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged drop pitman arm to correct steering angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront sway bar correction to maintain handling performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHD transmission crossmember and t-case indexing ring to correct front driveline angles and allow use of factory driveshafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBDS NX2 gas or FOX performance series IFP gas shocks to improved ride and offroad performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTire \u0026amp; Wheel Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e40 x 13.5 tire on a 17 x 9 wheel with 4.5\" backspacing\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated install time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Difficult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e Step Drill Bit, Drill \/ Bit Set, Pitman Arm Puller, Welding Equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier bearing drop kit will be required for 2-piece rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome vehicles may require rear driveshaft spacer kit 122007 to maintain adequate rear driveshaft engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42717583900757,"sku":"BDS1791FS","price":3969.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/5868\/8853\/files\/bds_ram_1791H_96f71bd7-c679-48f9-ac40-20bb812968be.jpg?v=1783717289","url":"https:\/\/padoverland.com\/products\/8-inch-lift-kit-w-4-link-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-diesel-5-inch-block-kit-and-add-a-leaf-8-bolt-fox-20-performance-series","provider":"PAD Overland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}