{"product_id":"5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-radius-arm-ram-3500-19-24-4wd-gas-with-factory-rear-overload-leaf-fox-2-5-performance-elite-shocks","title":"BDS 5.5-Inch Radius Arm Lift Kit | FOX 2.5 Performance Elite | Ram 3500 4WD Gas 2019-2026 | With Factory Rear Overload Leaf","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBDS 5.5-Inch Radius Arm Lift Kit | FOX 2.5 Performance Elite | Ram 3500 4WD Gas 2019–2026 | With Factory Rear Overload Leaf | SKU: 1687FPE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BDS 5.5-Inch Radius Arm Lift Kit is a complete front lift system for 2019–2026 Ram 3500 4WD gas models \u003cstrong\u003ewith factory rear overload leaf springs\u003c\/strong\u003e, paired with \u003cstrong\u003eFOX 2.5 Performance Elite external reservoir shocks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Heavy-duty BDS-engineered radius arms replace the factory arms — correcting caster, reducing bushing bind, and maintaining consistent geometry at 5.5-inch lift height. Gas-tuned coil springs are engineered for the Ram 3500 gas platform. Without factory rear overload leaf — order SKU 1686FPE.\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 2019–2026 — with factory rear overload leaf springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ram 3500 without factory rear overload leaf — order SKU 1686FPE. Does not fit Ram 3500 diesel. Does not fit Ram 3500 2WD. Does not fit Ram 3500 2018 or earlier. Does not fit Ram 2500 or Ram 1500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1687FPE\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 2019–2026 — with factory rear overload leaf\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\u003eOverload Leaf Configuration — Critical Fitment Gate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith factory rear overload leaf (SKU 1687FPE — this listing):\u003c\/strong\u003e Common on higher trim levels and work truck configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout factory rear overload leaf — order SKU 1686FPE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRadius Arm Upgrade — Why It Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty BDS radius arms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered for 5.5-inch lift height and larger tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaster correction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains proper caster angle at 5.5-inch lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced bushing bind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved arm geometry reduces bind under articulation and load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrack bar correction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains proper axle centering at lifted height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\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 Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional installation required:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal reservoir routing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow BDS and FOX instructions for reservoir placement.\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\u003eInstallation Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific. Confirm 2019–2026 Ram 3500 4WD gas WITH factory rear overload leaf before ordering. Without overload leaf — order SKU 1686FPE. Does not fit diesel, 2WD, or 2018 and earlier Ram 3500. This product is non-returnable once installed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Question?\u003c\/strong\u003e Submit your Year \/ Make \/ Model \/ engine \/ drivetrain \/ rear suspension config via the contact form and an OFAS fitment specialist will respond with a verified recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51395820093761,"sku":"1687FPE","price":5499.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/BDS1687FPE.webp?v=1771174535","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/5-5-inch-lift-kit-w-radius-arm-ram-3500-19-24-4wd-gas-with-factory-rear-overload-leaf-fox-2-5-performance-elite-shocks","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}