{"product_id":"bds-suspension-8-inch-lift-kit-long-arm-dodge-ram-2500-3500-2008-4wd-diesel-manual-leaf-spring-4-inch-axle-fox-2-0-performance-bds1748fs","title":"BDS Suspension 8 Inch Lift Kit Long Arm Dodge Ram 2500\/3500 2008 4WD Diesel Manual Leaf Spring 4 Inch Axle Fox 2.0 Performance (BDS1748FS)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt to outperform, BDS Suspension engineered a 8-inch lift kit with long arm conversion for your 2008 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 inch Tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBDS 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 NX2 or FOX 2.0 nitrogen charged shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the rear this kit utilizes heavy duty cast steel blocks, longer u-bolts, and a matching set of NX2 Nitro or FOX 2.0 Performance shocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePro-Ride Coil Springs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pair of full-length, diesel-specific, progressive rate Pro-Ride coil springs are supplied to provide the correct lift height and smooth, predictable ride across various terrains. Manufactured from high tensile steel, our direct OE replacement coil springs are engineered with properly sized wire diameter. This results in maximum reliability without premature coil bind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteering Correction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo optimize steering geometry once lifted, a forged drop pitman arm is used to minimize the steering angle and pair it with a heavy duty track bar drop bracket to keep them in phase through suspension travel while recentering the front axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Lift Method: Coil Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Lift Method: Block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShocks Included: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Lift Height: 8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Lift Height: 5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure rear axle tube before ordering. Some 4 inch 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. NOTE: 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 inch-1-5\/8 inch you will need to add part  BDS082404 to your kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\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\u003cli\u003eBDS NX2 gas or FOX performance series Internal Floating Piston gas shocks to improved ride and offroad performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRear Lift Option Manual with 4 inch axle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Springs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates any need for a lift block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces axle wrap and creates a more controlled and stable feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-leaf progressive design for a smooth ride.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains factory payload weight ratings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOX 2.0 Performance Series\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 (Internal Floating Piston) 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\u003eKit Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two BDS002508, 03-05 Dodge 3\/4 ton 5in Rear Spring, UPC Code 658848611294\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS012801, Dodge Control Arm Mounts, UPC Code 658848612840\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS012802, Dodge Control Arm Box Kit, UPC Code 658848612857\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS012804, 08 Dodge Ram Long Arm Box Kit, UPC Code 658848612871\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS032801, Dodge 8in Coil spring, UPC Code 658848616442\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one BDS122802, 03-12 Dodge 2500 T-Case Index Kit (Man), UPC Code 658848619818\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two FOX98224751, Fox 2.0 Shock 29.85 x 18.25 x 2- S50\/EB1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two FOX98224761, Fox 2.0 Shock 33.85 x 20.75 x 2- EB1\/EB1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes four UBT4067, 9\/16 x 4 x 12-1\/2 Round U-bolt, UPC Code 711745613003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBDS Suspension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBDS1748FS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e840416413212\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eLift Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.0 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth 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