6” and 8” Long Travel Suspension System

1 6 and 8 long Travel Suspension SystemDodge Ram 2500 | 2003-2012 Rev. 092617 Part#: 012801491 W. Garfield Ave., Coldwater, MI 49036 . Phone: 517-279-2135E-mail: | 012801 Read And Understand All Instructions And Warnings Prior To Installation Of System And Operation Of YOU STARTBDS Suspension Co. recommends this System be installed by a professional technician. In addition to these instructions, professional knowledge of disassembly/ reassembly procedures and post installation checks must be YOUR SAFETYC ertain BDS Suspension products are intended to improve off-road performance.

2 Modifying your vehicle for off-road use may result in the vehicle handling differently than a factory equipped vehicle. Extreme care must be used to prevent loss of control or vehicle rollover. Failure to drive your modified vehicle safely may result in serious injury or death. BDS Suspension Co. does not recommend the combined use of Suspension lifts, body lifts, or other lifting devices. You should never operate your modified vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

3 Always drive your modified vehicle at reduced speeds to ensure your ability to control your vehicle under all driving conditions. Always wear your seat INSTALLATION Special literature required: OE Service Manual for model/year of vehicle. Refer to manual for proper disassembly/reassembly procedures of OE and related components. Adhere to recommendations when replacement fasteners, retainers and keepers are called out in the OE manual. Larger rim and tire combinations may increase leverage on Suspension , steering, and related components.

4 When selecting combinations larger than OE, consider the additional stress you could be inducing on the OE and related components. Post Suspension System vehicles may experience drive line vibrations. Angles may require tuning, slider on shaft may require replacement, shafts may need to be lengthened or trued, and U-joints may need to be replaced. Secure and properly block vehicle prior to installation of BDS Suspension components. Always wear safety glasses when using power tools.

5 If installation is to be performed without a hoist, BDS Suspension Co. recommends rear alterations first. Due to payload options and initial ride height variances, the amount of lift is a base figure. Final ride height dimensions may vary in accordance to original vehicle attitude. Always measure the attitude prior to beginning truck is about to be fitted with the best Suspension System on the market today. That means you will be driving the baddest looking truck in the neighborhood, and you ll have the warranty to ensure that it stays that way for years to come.

6 Thank you for choosing BDS Suspension !6 Kit: w/ 17x9 with backspacing 8 Kit: w/ 17x9 with backspacingBEFORE YOU DRIVEC heck all fasteners for proper torque. Check to ensure for adequate clearance between all rotating, mobile, fixed, and heated members. Verify clearance between exhaust and brake lines, fuel lines, fuel tank, floor boards and wiring harness. Check steering gear for clearance. Test and inspect brake steering sweep to ensure front brake hoses have adequate slack and do not contact any rotating, mobile or heated members.

7 Inspect rear brake hoses at full extension for adequate slack. Failure to perform hose check/ replacement may result in component failure. Longer replacement hoses, if needed can be purchased from a local parts head light check and all fasteners after 500 miles. Always inspect fasteners and components during routine | 3012801 long Arm Box KitPart #QtyDescription01286B1 long Arm Bracket - Drv01287B1 long Arm Bracket - Pass7821 Bolt Pack101/2 -13 x 1-1/2 bolt - grade 8101/2 SAE thru hardened washer21/2 External serrated edge washer25/8 -11 Hex nut65/8 USS washer49/16 -12 x 7 bolt - grade 8 x 100mm bolt class SAE thru hardened washer49/16 -12 Prevailing torque nut23/4 -10 x 5 bolt grade 823/4 -10 preveiling torque nut43/4 SAE flat washer

8 Prevailing torque nut91/2 - 13 Rivet Nut012802 long Arm Box KitPart #QtyDescription1144 UCA Sleeve .750 x .095 x Sleeve x .1875 x Sleeve x 5/32 x 2010+ only (18mm ID)72 LCA Sleeve x .120 x Degree Grease Zerk01288B1 Upper Control Arm - Drv02288B1 Upper Control Arm - Pass01289B2 Lower Control Arm3522BK8 UCA Bushing - 3/4 ID3536BK4 LCA Bushing - Axle3527BK4 LCA Bushing - Frame012518 Rear Block Kit (3-1/2 axle)Part #QtyDescription0228525in Bump Stop Block963121412RB49/16 x 3-1/2 x 14-1/2 Round U-boltW96S-B89/16 SAE Flat WasherN96FH-B89/16 Fine High Nut015992 Leaf Pin012516 Rear Block Kit (4 axle)

9 Part #QtyDescription0228525in Bump Stop Block015992 Leaf Pin964001614RB49/16 x 4 x 16-1/4 Round U-BoltW96S-B89/16 SAE Flat WasherN96FH-B89/16 Fine High Nut122801/122802/122811 T-Case Indexing Kit (8 only)See separate instruction sheet032801R Front Coil Spring Part #QtyDescription032801R2 Front Coil Spring - Diesel 8 The kit you are installing may not be exactly as the kit | 0128016 -012601/8 -012803 Box Kit- 2009+ models6 -012602/8 -012804 Box Kit- 2008 models6 -012603/8 -012805 Box Kit- 03-07 modelsPart #QtyDescription082403R1 Pitman Arm (03-08)082404R1 Pitman Arm (09+)02258B1 Track Bar Bracket (03-07)6091 Bolt Pack (03-07)

10 29/16 -12 x 3 bolt grade 841/2 USS flat washers thru-hardened 29/16 -12 prevailing torque x 80mm bolt class SAE flat washer02259B1 Track Bar Bracket (08+)6421 Bolt Pack (08+)19/16 -12 x 3 bolt grade 821/2 USS flat washers thru-hardened 19/16 -12 prevailing torque nut25/8 -11 x 3 bolt grade 845/8 SAE flat washer thru-hardened25/8 -11 prevailing torque nut013112 Sway Bar Link (03-08)9111102 Sway Bar Link (09+)02294B1 Sway Bar Mount - Drv (03-08)02295B1 Sway Bar Mount - Pass (03-08)02255B2 Bump Stop BracketM02096-BK2 Urethane Bump Stop022561 Brakeline adaptor - Drv022571 Brakeline adaptor - Pass022602 Steering Stop - Weld On021292 Sway Bar Link U-BracketSB58BK25/8 ID Hourglass BushingSB35BK23/4 ID Wide Hourglass x.