DSE Coilover Front Conversion Kit - Base Shocks - BBC (1973 - 1977 GM A-Body) 030316DS
Bring modern coilover performance and ride height adjustability to your big block 1973-1977 GM A-Body with the Detroit Speed Coilover Front Conversion Kit 030316DS. Engineered specifically for Big Block applications, this direct bolt-in system converts the factory front suspension to a modern coilover shock and spring setup. The result is a more tunable front suspension that lets you dial in your classic's stance while benefiting from Detroit Speed suspension engineering and application-specific shock valving.
The 030316DS base package uses aluminum-body non-adjustable coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving, providing engineered damping without requiring manual shock adjustments. The system is optimized around a 2-inch drop from stock ride height and uses 700 pounds per inch springs with a 9.5-inch free length. The kit includes the shocks, springs, adjustment components, thrust bearings and washers, mounting hardware, and instructions needed for the conversion, making it a complete solution for adding modern coilover capability to a compatible 1973-1977 GM A-Body.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 030316DS
- Product Type: Front Coilover Conversion Kit
- Vehicle Platform: 1973-1977 GM A-Body
- Engine Application: Big Block
- Shock Type: Base / Non-Adjustable
- Shock Body: Aluminum
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 700 pounds per inch
- Spring Free Length: 9.5 inches
- Ride Height: Optimized around a 2-inch drop from stock height
- Installation Location: Front
- Installation Type: Direct bolt-in
Features
- Converts the factory front suspension to modern coilover shock and spring technology
- Direct bolt-in design for compatible 1973-1977 GM A-Body models
- Designed for Big Block engine applications
- Aluminum-body non-adjustable coilover shocks
- Detroit Tuned valving provides application-specific damping
- Base shock configuration delivers engineered suspension performance without requiring manual shock adjustments
- Extensive ride height adjustability lets you fine-tune vehicle stance
- Optimized around a 2-inch drop from stock ride height
- 700 pounds per inch coil springs
- 9.5-inch spring free length
- Designed to provide excellent street ride quality along with the adjustability of a coilover suspension
- Includes two Detroit Speed Tuned coilover shocks and two coilover springs
- Includes spring adjusting nuts, thrust bearings, thrust washers, rubber insulators, and required mounting hardware
- Includes installation instructions
Fitment Notes
Detroit Speed 030316DS is designed for the listed 1973-1977 GM A-Body applications with a Big Block engine. Model-year availability varies as shown below. Verify vehicle and engine configuration before ordering.
Fitment
- 1973 Buick Century
- 1974 Buick Century
- 1975 Buick Century
- 1976 Buick Century
- 1977 Buick Century
- 1973 Buick Regal
- 1974 Buick Regal
- 1975 Buick Regal
- 1976 Buick Regal
- 1977 Buick Regal
- 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1973 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1974 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1975 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1976 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1977 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1973 GMC Sprint
- 1974 GMC Sprint
- 1975 GMC Sprint
- 1976 GMC Sprint
- 1977 GMC Sprint
- 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
- 1974 Pontiac Grand Am
- 1975 Pontiac Grand Am
- 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1974 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1973 Pontiac LeMans
- 1974 Pontiac LeMans
- 1975 Pontiac LeMans
- 1976 Pontiac LeMans
- 1977 Pontiac LeMans
FAQs
Are the shocks in Detroit Speed 030316DS adjustable?
No. The 030316DS uses non-adjustable aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. Ride height remains extensively adjustable, while shock damping is engineered by Detroit Speed for the application.
How much does the Detroit Speed 030316DS coilover kit lower the vehicle?
Detroit Speed states that the base coilover package is optimized around a 2-inch drop from stock ride height. The coilover design also provides extensive ride height adjustability so the final stance can be tailored to the vehicle setup.
Get Your Detroit Speed Suspension From Beefcake Racing
Upgrade your big block 1973-1977 GM A-Body with proven Detroit Speed suspension engineering and get the knowledgeable parts support you need from Beefcake Racing. If you have questions about DSE 030316DS, vehicle fitment, or choosing the right coilover setup for your build, email us at sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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