{"product_id":"bds-6in-lift-kit-nx2-shocks-ford-f150-4wd-15-20","title":"BDS 6\" Lift Kit NX2 Shocks | 15-20 Ford F-150 4WD","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBDS 6-Inch High-Clearance Suspension Lift Kit with NX2 Nitro Shocks for Ford F-150 4WD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BDS 6-inch high-clearance suspension system transforms front-end obstacle clearance and off-road capability while maintaining precise steering control across frozen rutted trails and sub-zero conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause dynamic suspension load testing confirms its ductile iron steering knuckles and 1\/4-inch thick steel crossmembers preserve factory Electronic Stability Control (ESC) steering angles, this system provides uncompromising trail durability and highway safety. Chassis engineering specialists confirm that \"integrating high-clearance lower control arm crossmembers with a heavy-duty differential skid plate maintains optimal CV axle operating angles while shielding vital drivetrain components from impact.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing top-mounted steel strut extensions, rear lift blocks with heavy-duty U-bolts, and vehicle-valved NX2 Nitro series shocks, this 6-inch lift kit effortlessly clears 35-inch all-terrain tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngineering Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Lift Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Lift Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 Inches (Replaces Factory 1.25\" Rear Block)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrossmember Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4-Inch Thick High-Clearance Steel Crossmembers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering Knuckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended CNC-Machined Ductile Iron Knuckles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnderbody Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Duty Full Differential Skid Plate Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Damping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBDS NX2 Nitro Series Shocks (Twin-Tube Nitrogen Charged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheel Diameter Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-Inch or Larger Diameter Wheels Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Recommended Tire Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35\" x 12.50\" on 18x9\/20x9 Wheels (5\" to 5.5\" Backspacing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ford\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e F-150 (4WD \/ 4x4 Models Only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pickup Truck (Regular Cab, SuperCab, SuperCrew)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYears:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Exclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excludes 2WD models, SVT Raptor, and 7-Lug Heavy-Duty models. Models with a 2-piece rear driveshaft may require carrier bearing drop shim kit BDS-122406.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires 18-inch or larger diameter wheels; stock 17-inch and 18-inch wheels cannot be reinstalled due to steering knuckle clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock 20-inch factory wheels can be reused when fitted with up to a 305\/60-20 tire size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a differential drop system and skid plate to maintain correct CV shaft alignment and front axle angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive four-wheel alignment is mandatory post-installation to re-calibrate steering sensors and tire tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I run my factory 18-inch wheels with the BDS 6-inch lift kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Stock 18-inch wheels do not have the required backspacing clearance for the heavy-duty BDS steering knuckles. Aftermarket 18-inch or larger wheels with 5 to 5.5 inches of backspacing are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this 6-inch lift kit level the overall stance of the Ford F-150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. By lifting the front 6 inches and the rear 5 inches (replacing the stock 1.25-inch block), the system compensates for factory front rake to deliver a level, high-clearance profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BDS1532H\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BDS Suspension","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52492054331675,"sku":"BLDV_BDS1532H","price":2949.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/3165\/4427\/files\/bds-6in-lift-kit-nx2-shocks-ford-f150-hero-bldv-bds1532h.jpg?v=1785922091","url":"https:\/\/4x4wavers.com\/fr\/products\/bds-6in-lift-kit-nx2-shocks-ford-f150-4wd-15-20","provider":"4X4 WAVERS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}