{"product_id":"3-5-inch-lift-kit-ford-ranger-19-23-4wd-cast-aluminum-knuckle-nx2-nitro-shocks","title":"BDS 3.5-Inch Lift Kit | NX2 Nitro Shocks | Cast Aluminum Knuckle | Ford Ranger 4WD 2019-2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBDS 3.5-Inch Lift Kit | NX2 Nitro Shocks | Cast Aluminum Knuckle | Ford Ranger 4WD 2019–2023 | SKU: 1545H\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is for the \u003cstrong\u003e2019–2023 Ford Ranger 4WD owner with cast aluminum front knuckles\u003c\/strong\u003e who wants 3.5 inches of front lift at the NX2 Nitro entry-level price point. Confirm your Ranger has cast aluminum knuckles — not cast steel. If you have cast steel knuckles, order SKU 1906FSL (FOX 2.0) instead. If you want FOX 2.0 Performance shocks instead of NX2 Nitro, order SKU 1545FS. If you want FOX 2.0 coil-overs (FSL), order SKU 1545FSL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 inches of front lift engineered for the 2019–2023 Ranger 4WD platform with cast aluminum knuckles. The Ranger sits aggressive, clears larger tires, and maintains consistent geometry. NX2 Nitro shocks deliver improved damping over factory at this lift height at the lowest price point in the BDS Ranger lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVerified Fitment (OFAS Standard)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFord Ranger 4WD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019–2023 — cast aluminum front knuckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranger with cast steel knuckles — order SKU 1906FSL. Does not fit Ranger 2WD. Does not fit Ranger 2018 or earlier. Does not fit Ranger 2024 or newer without confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1545H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDS Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 inches (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnuckle Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast aluminum — confirm before ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e NX2 Nitro — entry-level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford Ranger 4WD 2019–2023 — cast aluminum knuckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDS No-Fine-Print Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eShock Tier Guide — Cast Aluminum Knuckle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNX2 Nitro (SKU 1545H, this listing):\u003c\/strong\u003e Entry-level — lowest price point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOX 2.0 Performance (SKU 1545FS):\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-tier — improved damping and heat resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOX 2.0 Coil-Overs (SKU 1545FSL):\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium coil-over configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaster Kit Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBDS lift components — cast aluminum knuckle-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNX2 Nitro shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll required installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Fabrication Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional installation required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front lift on the Ranger platform requires a qualified suspension shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlignment mandatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full front-end alignment required after installation. Do not drive on public roads before alignment is completed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnuckle confirmation mandatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm cast aluminum knuckle before ordering. Cast steel knuckle requires a different kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torque all fasteners to BDS specification per included installation instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWheel \u0026amp; Tire Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3.5-inch front lift on the Ranger platform, typical fitment runs 33–35-inch tires depending on wheel offset and backspacing. Confirm maximum tire diameter and wheel specs with your wheel\/tire supplier before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific. Confirm 2019–2023 Ford Ranger 4WD with cast aluminum front knuckles before ordering. Cast steel knuckle — order SKU 1906FSL. Does not fit 2WD or 2018 and earlier Ranger. This product is non-returnable once installed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoes your Ranger have cast aluminum or cast steel front knuckles? Do you want NX2 Nitro (this kit), FOX 2.0 Performance (SKU 1545FS), or FOX 2.0 coil-overs (SKU 1545FSL)? Submit your year, drivetrain, and knuckle type via the contact form and we’ll confirm the correct SKU before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51395819307329,"sku":"1545H","price":1239.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/BDS1545H.jpg?v=1771268082","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/3-5-inch-lift-kit-ford-ranger-19-23-4wd-cast-aluminum-knuckle-nx2-nitro-shocks","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}