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BDS Suspension Press Release #133: 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 4″ and 6″ Lift Systems

January 8th, 2013 No comments

Press Release

133

Part#

670H – 4″
671H – 6″

Product

4 inch Suspension Lift Kit
6 inch Suspension Lift Kit

Application

2013 Dodge Ram 1500 4wd 1/2 Ton Pickup

Support Files & Links

View Product online

6" lift kit for 2013 Dodge Ram 1500

6″ Lift Kit
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4" lift kit for 2013 Dodge Ram 1500

4″ Lift Kit
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2013 Dodge Ram 1500 4wd

Coldwater, MI—January 8, 2013—BDS Suspension has revamped its Ram 1500 4wd lift kits to fit the new 2013 electronic steering rack equipped trucks.

Both the 4″ and 6″ lift kits feature a pair of one-piece, 1/4″ steel, laser cut high-clearance crossmembers and heavy duty differential skid plate creating a solid subframe for improved ground clearance. The new extended steering knuckles feature repositioned steering mounts for optimal steering angles and improving ball joint operating angles. Combined with BDS’s new tie rod ends, the new knuckles integrate with the factory electronic stability control parameters for OE handling characteristics.

The systems also feature pair of strut spacers used to retain factory ride quality. The front of this system includes sway bar link extensions, 3-point differential drop brackets, billet aluminum driveshaft spacer, and stainless steel brake lines.

Due to the OE ride height variances, BDS offers three rear lift options to get your desired stance: 2″ coil spacers, 3″ Pro-Ride coil springs, or 5″ Pro-Ride coil springs. Also included in the rear, the BDS kits utilize a track bar bracket, upper link relocation brackets, and extended sway bar links, brake line brackets and your choice of BDS-5500 shocks or Fox 2.0 performance series shocks. The 4″ lift kit will clear up to 35″ tires while the 6″ kit clears 37″.

These kits will not fit adjustable rear air suspension equipped models. For more info on these lift kits and to find the distributor nearest you, check out BDS Suspension or call (517) 279-2135.

SEMA 2012 Coverage: The Rides

November 9th, 2012 No comments

The show is great, the potential for new business is amazing, but we know what a lot of people come for, the rides…

This section of BDS’s 2012 SEMA coverage focuses on vehicles of SEMA. If you haven’t checked out Part 1 of BDS’s SEMA 2012 Coverage: The Booth yet, click the link to check it out.

SEMA has something for everyone, that is if you are into cars, trucks, or bikes. From lifted trucks and off-road machines, to low riders and luxury exotics, purpose built racecars and rolling boom boxes. BDS teamed up with a number of builders from around the country and beyond to put together some killer customs and head turning creations.

It’s difficult to stand out at a show like SEMA. In the sea of show stopping customs, over the top exotics, and flashy (often gaudy) paint jobs, trying to play the balancing act of attention-getter without looking like you stuck every body on accessory available for it can often be a struggle. BDS was well represented around the show with upward of several dozen vehicles on display, in vendor booths and on display in the featured vehicle area. From lifted JKs to full size Fords, Rams and Silverados.

Starting in the booth, BDS had 4 killer customs on display showing off BDS lift kits and accessories. Each truck and its owner, with their own take on customization, all coming together to be part of the tailgate party.

2012 Ford F350 Super Duty 4wd

BDS 8″ 4-Link Long Arm, BDS Dual Shock Hoop with Fox 2.0 Shocks, BDS Dual 9500 Steering Stabilizer Kit

40″ Interco M-16s on 22″ BMF Wheels, Fusion Bumpers, Rigid Industries Lighting, Superwinch Winch, H&S Performance Tuning

 

2012 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4wd

BDS 6.5″ High Clearance Lift Kit, Fox 2.0s, BDS Traction Bars

3″ Body Lift, 38″ Interco Swampers, 18″ Fuel Wheels, TJM Winch and accessories

 

2010 Dodge Ram 2500 4wd

BDS 8″ Long Arm Kit, BDS multishock kit with triple Fox 2.0 Shocks (front) and dual Fox 2.0s (rear), BDS traction bars

37″ Toyo M/Ts on 22×14 XD Diesels, Bulldog Lighting, Undercover Tonneau Cover, Performance Tuning

 

2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (JK-8 Conversion)

BDS 6.5″ Long Arm Kit with Fox 2.0 Shocks

Dynatrac ProRock 60s, 40″ Toyo M/Ts on 20″ Fuel Nutz, Vision X Lighting, GenRight Fenders, Performance Tuning

 

Also displayed in the booth was an oddball rig shown by our sister company and co-exhibitor at the show, Zone Offroad Products. They brought out the Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road Magazine’s 2012 Ultimate Adventure rig, a 2012 JK 2Door with 2 front ends, 4-wheel steering, a 4″ lift and 40s. The booth rigs grabbed attention all week long with many of them securing photoshoots for various magazines immediately following the show (we’ll let you know when they hit the newsstand).

Also displayed throughout the show were roughly 40 other custom 4x4s showing off a range of new products and varying levels of customization. Here are just a handful of the BDS-equipped rides on display at the show:

To head to back to read Part 1 of BDS’s SEMA 2012 Coverage: The Booth yet, click the link to check it out. For more photos from the event and of the vehicles, check out our Picasa album and join the conversation on our Facebook page.

BDS on Offroad Overhaul Tonight! *Power Wagon Longarm*

May 28th, 2012 2 comments

We leaked this photo a couple weeks back, and tonight’s the night to see how it came to be. Check out Offroad Overhaul tonight on the Outdoor Channel to see Markus Voegler’s 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Powerwagon get an off-road makeover before hitting the trails. BDS jumped on board with a 4” long arm suspension lift kit (comparable to a 6” long arm for standard 2500) while others provided wheels, tires, lights, and more. See the buildup and all the action tonight on Offroad Overhaul on the Outdoor Channel! To see Markus’s Testimonial, check out the link.

Show Air Times:

Monday May 28th at 5:30pm and  9:30m (EST)

Tuesday 12:00am and 2:30am (EST)

Off-Road Overhaulin’ Dodge

May 16th, 2012 3 comments

BDS Suspension recently got involved on a truck buildup on the Outdoor Channel’s Off-Road Overhaul show. The recipient of the off-road makeover was Markus Voegler and his 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Powerwagon.  When Mike Duval, host of the show told us about the project we jumped on board with a complete long arm kit to outfit the truck. If you haven’t checked out the show look for it on the Monday nights at 5:30pm, 9:30pm, 12:00am, and 2:30am (EST).

We recently received a message from Markus that read  “I am not sure where to start, I am one of the lucky people chosen to have my vehicle overhauled for Offroad Overhaul on Outdoor Channel.  The vehicle is a 2008 Dodge Powerwagen.  The vehicle was outfitted with a 6 inch BDS Suspension long arm.  I wanted to take a moment and Thank You for setting me up with such a killer suspension system!!  The truck rides nice and just tackles everything I throw at it!!! There are no words to express my thanks and graditude.   Jon Aronson, Mike Duval, and crew are some of the greatest people I have been around.  I just wanted to let you know that your sponsor support for the show is truely appreciated and speaks volumes for your company!..  I will promote BDS Suspension at every opportunity and my rig is sporting the BDS Decals to boot.  Thanks Again for hooking me up with such a great and high quality suspension system.  You guys rock!!” -Markus Voegler

Thanks Markus, we love the truck and congrats on the overhaul.

Press Release #118: ’03-12 Dodge Dual Shock Mount Kit

April 16th, 2012 No comments
PRESS RELEASE #118

2003-2012 Dodge Dual Auxiliary Shock Mount Kit

View Mount Kit  & dual shocks online

Coldwater, MI—April 16, 2012— After premiering the Dodge dual auxiliary shock mount at SEMA 2011, the design has generated quite a buzz from consumers. BDS Suspension is excited to now offer mounting options for dual auxiliary shocks on 2003-2012 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 trucks. Available in textured black to work with BDS long arm equipped vehicles (#122604 for short arm equipped trucks), this setup increases shock damping capabilities without sacrificing tire clearance. Both 5500-series hydraulic shocks and Fox 2.0s are available to maximum suspension performance of your Dodge Ram. This system works with the OE shock mount inside of the coil spring as a triple shock kit.

Mounting Kit:
#122614

Shocks (4 required):
#55920  5500-series for 6” or 8” BDS long arm lift
#98224920 Fox 2.0s for 6 ”or 8” BDS long arm lift

For more info on this kit and options Dodge suspension options, check out BDS Suspension or call (517) 279-2135.

Installed dual shock mount
Installed Dual Auxiliary Shock Mount
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BDS 122614
Dual Auxiliary Shock Mount System
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Moab Update: Fullsize Invasion takes over Poison Spider

April 5th, 2012 No comments

Yesterday, April 4th, the Fullsize Invasion, as it’s being coined by the magazines took over Moab, or at least a small piece of the trail. The inaugural trail ride for fullsize trail rigs came about with the guys over at Four Wheeler and Off-Road Magazine decided it was time to shed some light on the numerous full size rigs that attend Easter Jeep Safari each year. Carter and Mike from BDS headed out in the company tow rig, the monster 2010 Ram 2500 running 8″ of BDS long arm suspension, 40″ Toyo M/Ts and 20″ BMFs with Iron Cross winch bumpers. For the first year organizing there was an impressive turnout with 20+ full size trail rigs (and tow rigs) making it out to run Poison Spider Mesa. Check out some some of the photos and keep an eye out for more in an upcoming issue of Four Wheeler Magazine. See more from the Magazines at Four Wheeler Blog and check out the BDS Facebook page for more.