{"product_id":"6-inch-lift-kit-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-diesel-leaf-springs-6-bolt-fox-2-0-performance-shocks","title":"BDS 6-Inch Lift Kit | Leaf Springs | 6-Bolt Indexing Ring | FOX 2.0 Shocks | Ram 3500 4WD Diesel 2013-2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBDS 6-Inch Lift Kit | Leaf Springs | 6-Bolt Indexing Ring | FOX 2.0 Shocks | Ram 3500 4WD Diesel 2013–2018 | SKU: 1617FS\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 diesel owner\u003c\/strong\u003e who wants 6 inches of lift via a leaf spring system with a 6-bolt indexing ring for driveline correction — at the FOX 2.0 price point. This is the DS-generation Ram 3500 diesel platform. If you have a 2019 or newer Ram 3500, stop here — that is the DT platform and requires a different kit. If you want FOX 2.5 PE shocks instead, see SKU 2104FPE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Result\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 inches of lift on the DS-generation Ram 3500 diesel platform via replacement leaf springs and a 6-bolt indexing ring for driveline correction. The truck clears larger tires, sits aggressive, and maintains corrected driveline geometry at 6-inch lift height. FOX 2.0 shocks deliver consistent damping at this lift height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVerified Fitment (OFAS Standard)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRam 3500 4WD Diesel:\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). Does not fit Ram 3500 2012 or earlier. Does not fit Ram 3500 gas. Does not fit Ram 3500 2WD. Does not fit Ram 2500. Does not fit 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 1617FS\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 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf spring replacement + 6-bolt indexing ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e FOX 2.0 Performance Series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ram 3500 4WD Diesel 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\u003eReplacement leaf springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-bolt indexing ring — driveline correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFOX 2.0 Performance Series 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 6-inch leaf spring lift on a diesel 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\u003eDriveline inspection mandatory:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 6-inch lift, inspect driveshaft angles and U-joint operating angles after installation. The 6-bolt indexing ring corrects pinion angle — confirm proper installation per BDS instructions.\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWheel \u0026amp; Tire Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 6-inch lift on the Ram 3500 diesel platform, typical fitment runs 37–40-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 at this lift height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Warning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication-specific. Confirm 2013–2018 Ram 3500 4WD diesel before ordering. Does NOT fit 2019+ Ram 3500 — different platform. Does not fit gas, 2WD, or Ram 2500. Driveline inspection mandatory at 6-inch lift. 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 diesel or a 2019+ DT-generation? Do you want FOX 2.0 leaf spring system or FOX 2.5 PE radius arm (SKU 2104FPE)? Submit your year, engine, drivetrain, 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":51395820618049,"sku":"1617FS","price":3271.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/1284\/1793\/files\/BDS1617FS.jpg?v=1771168687","url":"https:\/\/obsidianforgedautosupply.com\/products\/6-inch-lift-kit-ram-3500-13-18-4wd-diesel-leaf-springs-6-bolt-fox-2-0-performance-shocks","provider":"Obsidian Forged Auto Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}