2014+ Suspension Lifts

Mike1220 · May 8, 2014

I have a bds 4" lift and stock wheels. Spoke to bds about wheels several times. Not sure how it applies to the smaller rims but stock 20's work with the 4" kit. Not sure about anything bigger but no issues with mine.

If anyone has info to the contrary regarding compatible wheel sizes please share as I was told several times the stock 20's would cause no issues. They even gave me optional tire sizes for the stock rims. I will also second the quality of BDS customer service. They were extremely attentive, responsive, helpful, and patient. Always answered emails in detail and never seemed to rush me off the phone. I have no doubt that regardless of a $3,000 kit or a $300 kit the service would be the same.

How's the ride and do you have any pics? I'm curious how the truck looks with the 4" and stock rims. It's how I want mine to look!

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Dirtbiker · May 8, 2014

How is the ride? I have an 08 wrangler with the 5.5" BDS lift and 40's so I can't compare that to this truck. I like the lift but don't want to mess up my smooth ride. I've heard BDS is one of the smoothest aftermarket lifts. Did you get the Fox 2.0 rear shocks?

The ride is ok. Like I said, I haven't driven a stock truck so I can't compare. I also run 41 psi in my tires so that I don't ever worry about potholes or rocks wrecking the rims and That makes it slightly rougher.

I didn't get the better shocks, just the BDS ones that come in the basic kit.

With all the questions on ride, I may have to go drive a stock one to see ha ha ha.

Mike1220 · May 8, 2014

The ride is ok. Like I said, I haven't driven a stock truck so I can't compare. I also run 41 psi in my tires so that I don't ever worry about potholes or rocks wrecking the rims and That makes it slightly rougher.

I didn't get the better shocks, just the BDS ones that come in the basic kit.

With all the questions on ride, I may have to go drive a stock one to see ha ha ha.

Haha well mine is leveled and I keep my tires between 41 and 44 for the same reason + it gets a bit better MPGs. I can say mine rides a bit on the rough side

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TX_AT · May 8, 2014

Okay, here's a question that might seem repetitive! Is anyone running 275/65/20 Toyo Open Country MTs on the original all terrain wheels with the RCX 2.5 level kit? I looked thoroughly before posting and couldn't find any pictures. I did see some running the same size tire but in the all terrain tire not the MT. I wonder if they will rub a lot more than the ATs due to the more aggressive tread. I am scheduled to get my tires installed tomorrow so i am hoping someone has some pictures and info on the setup. If not i might have to play it safe and go with the 33s.

pancepance · May 8, 2014

I don't have any pics of the truck yet. When I do I will provide them.
Right now I'm waiting on its completion. Supposed to be tomorrow or Saturday but who knows.
I have the leaf springs and airbags in to the rear.
I suppose I should say that those things as well as the lift and every other thing I ordered for the truck will be on it hopefully by the weekend. They started a few days ago. List wasn't too long.

I tried to find pics on line of someone with a 20" wheel setup lifted more than 2.5 or 3 but had no luck. Most I saw had smaller aftermarket wheels. I figured I'd take a shot with the wheels I liked the best (happened to wind up being GMC wheels). If I don't like the set up I'll start looking for another set. Buying wheels gets expensive so I'm hoping it works on these second set. I really don't want to have 3 sets of wheels.

Mike1220 · May 8, 2014

I don't have any pics of the truck yet. When I do I will provide them.

Right now I'm waiting on its completion. Supposed to be tomorrow or Saturday but who knows.

I have the leaf springs and airbags in to the rear.

I suppose I should say that those things as well as the lift and every other thing I ordered for the truck will be on it hopefully by the weekend. They started a few days ago. List wasn't too long.

I tried to find pics on line of someone with a 20" wheel setup lifted more than 2.5 or 3 but had no luck. Most I saw had smaller aftermarket wheels. I figured I'd take a shot with the wheels I liked the best (happened to wind up being GMC wheels). If I don't like the set up I'll start looking for another set. Buying wheels gets expensive so I'm hoping it works on these second set. I really don't want to have 3 sets of wheels.

Yea that's one reason why I wanna keep my stock rims. Rims are expensive! But I also like these a lot! They look good on these trucks. Post some pics as soon you can! Also did you need wheel spaces to make the stock rims work with the lift? Just curious

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ChevyCoastie · May 9, 2014

Ive had a rough country 3.5 on mine for almost 5000 miles and no problems

Could you post a pic of what your upper ball joint angles look like? And did you get the RC 3.5 w/upper control arms?

TX_AT · May 10, 2014

Rough Country 2.5 kit with 34" Toyo Open Country M/T (275/65/20)

MrTahoeZ71 · May 12, 2014

I cant seem to post pics from my computer unless its to my profile, but this is my current set up just want to get 37's under it.

Thanks I started to get the diesel but it was 70 which would have meant I couldn't do much else to it. I have never had a body lift but that's the only way I know to get 37s. Any other ideas?

Swap out your ProComp 6in for a McGaguahy's 7-9in Lift. You'd probably be able to fit the 37's not have to mess with a Body Lift. Those arent good for your ride and look cheap anyways IMO.

MrTahoeZ71 · May 12, 2014

McGaughy's**

rotten tomato · May 14, 2014

Is the anyway you could take a pic of the 4 inch BDS lift directly down the side from the front and rear. I am 95% sure I am going with this lift. I am just concerned about the front wheels being out to wide. I am getting aftermarket wheels with 5.75 back spacing and toyo open country at II xtremes 295/60/20. Those tires will measure 33.9 inches high. Also how is the gas mileage?

Dirtbiker · May 14, 2014

I get about 16 l/100 km average with 32 inch tires. That is only over 12,000. Km so far with lots of warm up time in the winter. Getting about 14 l/100 km on highway.

2014MallCrawler · May 14, 2014

My 2014! 6inch fabtech and 35x12.50x22

FH212 · May 14, 2014

My 2014! 6inch fabtech and 35x12.50x22

Your truck looks great!! Are you running 22x14's? Do you think you will need to re-gear?

2014MallCrawler · May 14, 2014

No need to regear at all! Its still got tons of torque when I need it. it does get a little shifty in and out of overdrive on highway hills but its smooth and perfect. the dyno tune, exhaust and afe momentum intake helped alot too.

and Thank you for the compliment. I love all the toys I build.