2011-2019 GM HD 6.5" Lift Kit with NX2 Nitro Shocks (BDS197H)

2011-2019 GM HD 6.5" Lift Kit with NX2 Nitro Shocks (BDS197H)BDS 6. 5" lift for the 2011 2019 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD 4WD with clearance for up to 37" tires. For maximum ground clearance, BDS uses a No Torsion Bar Drop System that mounts the torsion bars directly to the top of the lower a arm, eliminating the torsion bar cross member drop. Up front it uses torsion bar relocation brackets, 1 4" thick high arched steel crossmembers, multipiece differential relocation brackets, heavy duty skid

BDS 6.5" lift for the 2011-2019 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD 4WD with clearance for up to 37" tires. For maximum ground clearance, BDS uses a No Torsion Bar Drop System that mounts the torsion bars directly to the top of the lower a-arm, eliminating the torsion bar cross-member drop. Up front it uses torsion bar relocation brackets, 1/4" thick high-arched steel crossmembers, multipiece differential relocation brackets, heavy duty skid plates, and CNC-machined ductile iron steering knuckles with sway bar links, bump stop extensions, stainless steel brake lines, and CV spacers. In the rear it uses replacement lift blocks, a u-bolt flip kit for max clearance, and NX2 Nitro or FOX 2.0 Performance shocks.

Features

• High clearance design with no torsion bar drop maximizes ground clearance
• Robust steering knuckles maintain ESC system compliance
• HD skid plate system for improved offroad protection
• Multipoint differential relocation brackets to secure the front axle and improve CV angles
• Factory Protection Plus drivetrain warranty included
• Choice of NX2 or FOX 2.0 gas shocks for improved performance
• Nitrogen-charged
• Twin-tube design
• 10-stage velocity-sensitive valving
• Dual-welded ends for increased strength
• 1-3/8-inch high-flow piston
• Self-lubricating seals
• Silver powder coat finish

Specs

• Front Lift Method: Cross-Member
• Rear Lift Method: Block
• Shocks Included: Yes
• Front Lift Height: 6.5 inch
• Rear Lift Height: 3 inch

Recommended Tire & Wheel Fitment

• Tire Size: 37x12.5
• Wheel Diameter: 18x9, 20x9
• Back Spacing: 4.625/6

Notes

• Determine if your truck was manufactured with or without top-mounted overload springs on the rear leaf springs before ordering.
• Torsion Bar Tool required to load/unload the torsion bars.
• 3 inch rear block kit recommended for dually applications; 5 inch rear block kit will not fit dually applications.
• Stock 17 inch and 18 inch wheels cannot be reinstalled.
• Stock 20 inch x 8.5 inch wheels with 6.18 inch backspacing MAY fit with a max tire size of 37x12.50 on certain sidewall profiles; a minimum 1/4 inch wheel spacer may be required, and a wider tire will cause clearance issues with the steering knuckle.
• Factory dually wheels cannot be reinstalled.
• Models with two-piece rear driveshaft may require #121612.
• If minor front driveline vibration occurs at highway speeds in 4WD on a regular basis, replace the front driveshaft with a dual Cardan style driveshaft.
• Rear block options: 3 inch (slightly tail-low stance); 4 inch (most common, level front/rear); 5 inch (level to slightly tail high, integrates a u-bolt flip kit with new spring plate).

Includes

• BDS021508, 11 HD 5 in Rear w/overloads (UPC 658848614738)
• BDS021650, 11 GM HD 4.5-6.5in System (1of4) (UPC 658848614950)
• BDS021651, 11 GM HD 4.5-6.5in System (2of4) (UPC 658848614967)
• BDS021652, 11 GM HD 4.5-6.5in System (3of4) (UPC 658848614974)
• BDS021653, 11 GM HD 4.5-6.5in System (4of4) (UPC 658848614981)
• BDS021654, 2011 GM 2500HD 6.5 Inch Torsion Bar System (UPC 658848614998)
• BDS121650, 2001-2019 GM HD Front Skid Plate Box Kit (UPC 658848619207)
• BDS85613, Shock- 22.20 x 13.35 x 2 - S50/EB1 (UPC 711745609372)
• BDS85769, Shock- 30.95 x 18.15 x 2-3/8 - EB1/EB1 (UPC 711745609761)