{"product_id":"5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-radius-arm-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-gas-fox-2-5-performance-elite-shocks","title":"BDS 5.5-Inch Radius Arm Lift Kit | FOX 2.5 Performance Elite | Ram 3500 4WD Gas 2013-2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBDS 5.5-Inch Radius Arm Lift Kit | FOX 2.5 Performance Elite | Ram 3500 4WD Gas 2013–2018 | SKU: 2105FPE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs This for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is for the \u003cstrong\u003e2013–2018 Ram 3500 4WD gas owner\u003c\/strong\u003e who wants 5.5 inches of front lift with premium FOX 2.5 PE damping. This is the DS-generation Ram 3500 gas platform. If you have a 2019 or newer Ram 3500, stop here — that is the DT platform and requires a different kit (SKU 1686FPE no overload or SKU 1687FPE with overload). For the same application with FOX 2.0 shocks and leaf springs, see SKU 1619FS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.5 inches of front lift with corrected caster, reduced bushing bind, and FOX 2.5 Performance Elite damping on the DS-generation Ram 3500 gas platform. The truck clears larger tires, sits aggressive, and maintains consistent geometry under towing and hauling loads. The FOX 2.5 PE external reservoir shocks deliver heat-managed, consistent damping across sustained use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVerified Fitment (OFAS Standard)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRam 3500 4WD Gas:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2013–2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ram 3500 2019 or newer — different platform (DT), order SKU 1686FPE (no overload) or SKU 1687FPE (with overload). Does not fit Ram 3500 2012 or earlier. Does not fit Ram 3500 diesel. Does not fit Ram 3500 2WD. Does not fit Ram 2500 or Ram 1500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2105FPE\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 5.5 inches (front)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radius arm upgrade — heavy-duty BDS arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e FOX 2.5 Performance Elite — external reservoir, gas-tuned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ram 3500 4WD Gas 2013–2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDS No-Fine-Print Warranty + FOX 1-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaster Kit Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty BDS radius arms — pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGas-tuned front coil springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFOX 2.5 Performance Elite shocks with external reservoirs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack bar correction bracket\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 5.5-inch radius arm lift 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\u003eDriveline inspection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect driveshaft angles and U-joint operating angles after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal reservoir routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow BDS and FOX instructions for reservoir placement — avoid pinch points and heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorque specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torque all fasteners to BDS specification per included installation instructions. Do not estimate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreak-in period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow FOX 2.5 PE shocks to break in per FOX recommendations before aggressive off-road use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWheel \u0026amp; Tire Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5.5-inch front lift on the Ram 3500 gas platform, typical fitment runs 35–38-inch tires depending on wheel offset and backspacing. Confirm maximum tire diameter and wheel specs with your wheel\/tire supplier before ordering. Oversized tires may require trimming or additional modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific. Confirm 2013–2018 Ram 3500 4WD gas before ordering. Does NOT fit 2019+ Ram 3500 — different platform. Does not fit diesel, 2WD, or Ram 2500. This product is non-returnable once installed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eIs your Ram 3500 a 2013–2018 DS-generation or a 2019+ DT-generation? Do you want FOX 2.5 PE or FOX 2.0 with leaf springs (SKU 1619FS)? Submit your year, drivetrain, engine, and target lift height via the contact form and we’ll confirm the right kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51395820388673,"sku":"2105FPE","price":5351.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/BDS2105FPE.webp?v=1771169895","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-radius-arm-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-gas-fox-2-5-performance-elite-shocks","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}