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I am new here and this is my first post so hello to everyone. I was looking into getting a small lift and found that Rough Country has a new 3" suspension lift for $429 which is a great price when you compare it to some of the 2" leveling kits etc. I originally planned on going with the Rough Country 3" lift but I have recently found that BDS makes a true 6" lift and I can get that for $1428.38 from Trucks in Action located in Indianapolis, IN. BDS is the only lift manufacturer that offers a no fine line replacement lifetime warranty so if something breaks all you have to do is call and they send out a new part. most other companies make you send in the part and if it's found in your favor they send the new part but if it's found to be misuse then it's your responsibility to cover the cost of the part. the BDS kit also comes with the differential skid plate as well as the front skid plate unlike other brands that sell them seperate.

 

Does anyone have a BDS lift on their new body silverado/sierra and if so how do yo like it?

 

 

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Dont have either, my truck is exactly like your... I think I may go with the RC.. you just cant beat that price IMO. DO you really need a 6" lift anyways?

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I could probably live with the 3" Rough Country, I have just always wanted a "BIG" truck with a 6" lift and huge tires. I've always had lowered trucks and then there was an S-10 blazer with a 3" body lift. I personally can't stand the looks of body lifts so to get huge tires under my truck the 6" BDS seems like the only way to go. I've already got a brand new set of 20x9 Victory Wedge chrome rims sitting in the garage so I just need tires!!!

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I ordered the BDS 6" lift yesterday morning but after reading the install instructions online that evening I found that a large part of the frame has to get cut off and a reinforcement plate needs to be welded in for the differencial relocation. I called and cancelled the order!!! I just can get myself to cut up a brand new truck with 5400 miles on it so I'm going to order the 3" Rough Country lift instead. I hope it's going to be enough because I'm going to try to fit 305/50/20 tires.

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This is my first post also. I just ordered a 6inch Pro-Comp suspension lift and from what they tell me it is all bolt on no cutting. The BDS kits says that you have to cut 3inch's off of one of the crossmembers. I am putting it on this weekend so I will have pics if you are interested. You shouldn't have a problem with a 3inch lift with the 305/50/20.

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Edge82 I found the ProComp PDF installation instructions for your 6" lift and on page 8 it shows the same section of framing getting cut off as the BDS lift kit. the link is below. I believe all 6" lifts have this cut out to allow the front differential to drop down for correct pinion angle. normally the front differential sits above this crossmember but when lowering it 6" during the lift installation the frame is in the way. hope this helps. My 3" Rough Country lift is scheduled for delivery tomarrow so I'll get it installed and post pics. I am going to get the 305/50/20 Cooper Zeon LTZ tires.

 

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I ordered the BDS 6" lift yesterday morning but after reading the install instructions online that evening I found that a large part of the frame has to get cut off and a reinforcement plate needs to be welded in for the differencial relocation. I called and cancelled the order!!! I just can get myself to cut up a brand new truck with 5400 miles on it so I'm going to order the 3" Rough Country lift instead. I hope it's going to be enough because I'm going to try to fit 305/50/20 tires.

 

Good Lookin' Truck!

 

I run 305/50R20's without a problem. I have a 2" leveling kit but was even able to run them fine without it. I use to get just the slightest rub full speed in reverse but that was it. With a 3" lift, you'll be fine.

wlvrn1215 Senior Enthusiast

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as much as I would love a 6 in lift....I really dont need all that much. a bit overkill if your not doing any serious off roading or shows And buying the tires for that beast would put me in chapter 8. :D I ordered the RC 3inch. Ive always had luck with their kits and the quality is great. I'll post pics when its in.

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