{"product_id":"stu-bds654fs","title":"BDS 2003-2007 RAM 2500,3500 4WD,DIESEL,AUTOMATIC,8\" LIFT,3.5\" AXLE,LEAFS,FOX 2.0","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand New BDS Suspension 8\" Lift Kit with Fox 2.0 Performance Shocks, Long Arms, Leaf Springs, \u0026amp; Coil Springs (Part #BDS654FS).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom_overview_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to outperform, BDS Suspension engineered a 8-inch lift kit with long arm conversion for your 2003-2007 Dodge RAM 2500 and 3500 diesel powered truck that maximizes performance on and off road. Designed to improve stance, performance, and capability, this kit includes everything necessary to set your truck up right with clearance for up to 38\" tires. BDS built the long lower control arms to reduce caster change through wheel travel which creates a more controlled feeling in the steering wheel. This long arm long arm system retains the factory triangulation of the arms which adds to the stability of the suspension system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp front the lift kit includes diesel-specific Pro-Ride coil springs, all four control arms plus mounting bracket, forged drop pitman arm and track bar bracket for steering correction, bump stops, sway bar links, and precision tuned shocks. In the rear this kit utilizes heavy duty leaf springs, longer u-bolts, and a matching set of shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFits:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDodge\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2003-2007 Ram 2500 4WD Diesel with 3.5\" Axle \u0026amp; Automatic Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2003-2007 Ram 3500 4WD Diesel with 3.5\" Axle \u0026amp; Automatic Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eNotes:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Dodge Ram truck has 2 different rear axle diameters. Please measure your rear axle and select the appropriate rear kit for your vehicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure rear axle tube before ordering. Some 4\" axle models with dual overloads will require UBT4068.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear lift options will not fit dually applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf driveline vibration occurs, order either transfer case drop. 122606 transfer case drop kit will only replace the OE bracket #52121938AA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional front driveline modification may be required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhaust modification will be required for dual rear shock kit 122009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2500 Gas models will require modification to the front exhaust crossover pipe on driver side for proper clearance when a transfer case indexing ring kit is installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf your Truck has had the steering gear box changed and the sector shaft diameter measures ~1-1\/2\"-1-5\/8\" you will need to add part # BDS082404 to your kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Tires \u0026amp; Wheels (Trimming may be required): 38 x 13.5 with 17 x 9 and 4.5 in. Backspace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubular long arms reduce caster change and create more controlled feeling on and off road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy duty control arm brackets maintain proper suspension geometry\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFOX 2.0 Performance Series:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-inch Impact extruded aluminum body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal floating piston (IFP) monotube design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum mounting ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassive 5\/8-inch hard chrome plated heat-treated alloy steel shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRace-developed high-flow piston design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication-specific valving to maximize performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-lasting clear anodized finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Lift Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coil Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Lift Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Lift Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf Springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Lift Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can view and download the assembly instruction booklet \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/0477\/6985\/files\/STU_BDS1741Instructions.pdf\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/0477\/6985\/files\/STU_BDS1741Instructions_a.pdf\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STU BDS654FS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52192244171033,"sku":"STU BDS654FS","price":3880.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0829\/0477\/6985\/files\/STU_BDS656FS.jpg?v=1774559182","url":"https:\/\/southwestspeed.com\/products\/stu-bds654fs","provider":"Southwest Speed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}