2017-2019 F250 & F350 4WD 6.7L BDS 2.5" Radius Arm Suspension System (NX2 Shocks) 1543H

A really well thought out kit; installation took my shop all day with wheels and tires as it essentially is a lift kit but it was worth the time. Gave the truck a much more aggressive stance. Ride quality is exactly like factory; not stiff or heavy in any regard. I would highly recommend if you want to step up to larger tires.

Great product only flaw is the brake line drop brackets are a could use a different design so you don’t have to bend them for clearance

Ordered the 2.5" BDS RA kit w the Fox Shocks & the Dual Steering Stabilizer. We put this kit on in our garage using 6 ton jack stands. There was some instructions but they were not clear, so I went to BDS website to get a 12 page BASIC instruction manual w B&W pics. When switching out the radius arms we had put the two bolts in the front first, then using a ratchet strap, put the back bolt in last. The instructions tell you to use lock tight (included) in the 4 Adjustable Track Bar bolts & we did (at first) & they started stripping. We took the Adjustable Track Bar (ATB) to a diesel mechanic (& paid) to get the bolts out. They said to disassemble both ends of the ATB, buy 1/4" head Allen bolts, apply anti seize on all threads to prevent it from rusting & to adjust it in the future. Inspect the rubber boot really well on the ATB. Ours had a hole in it. We reached out via email since that is how their customer service works. Stage 3 sent us a new axel tie-rod end with the rubber boot to replace. We had to pay (again) to get it pressed out & pressed in. When you install the ATB you'll need 405 FT LBS OF TORQUE for that bolt so be prepared! W the brake lines, you will literally need to stretch it tight to get it into the brake extender brackets (pics included). The U-bolts for the rear that they sent us was 16" in length, same as OEM. I went to a specialty shop, they made new U-bolts, then I contacted Stage 3 & they refunded us the price it cost us to buy them since they sent the OEM size. With ALL the shocks, you have to install the bushings and sleeves yourself. Don't mix up your shock boxes or baggies. You need to know what sides the bushings & sleeves go on since they don't tell you which side. The instructions literally just say to install "bushings and sleeves." If you buy the optional Dual Steering Stabilizer kit, when it comes time to install the 2 Shocks, in the center there is a C-shaped bracket. We quickly realized this bracket sits above the mounting plate then the shocks go in-between there (pics included). Overall we have been very satisfied. The parts are heavy duty, & quality. It lifted the truck about 4 inches in the front & an inch in the rear. We had a problem with the death wobble but this kit helped solved that issue. It absorbs the bumps of the road for a smoother ride. Don't forget to set up your appt for the alignment. Some places won't take our truck bc of the ATB. This kit helps give it a more aggressive and level look. We love it!

BDS makes a great kit and this is no exception! Look is aggressive with 35" tires, ride is slightly better than factor, and I still fit in my local car wash. Highly recommended