DSE Front Speed Kit 2 - Base Shocks - Tubular Sway Bar (031320DS) - 1968-1972 GM A-Body BBC
Bring modern suspension control, adjustable ride height, and a more aggressive Pro-Touring stance to your Big Block-powered A-Body with the Detroit Speed 031320DS Front Speed Kit 2. Engineered for compatible 1968-1972 GM A-Body applications, this integrated front suspension package combines proven Detroit Speed geometry with DSE/JRi coilover technology and a tubular front sway bar. Every major component is selected to complement the rest of the system, giving you a comprehensive bolt-on upgrade designed to improve ride, handling, camber and caster geometry, body control, and cornering confidence.
The 031320DS is the base-shock BBC version of Detroit Speed's Front Speed Kit 2. It uses non-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving paired with 650 lb/in springs featuring a 9.5-inch free length. Although shock damping is preset, the coilover system still provides ride-height adjustment, giving you control over stance without requiring manual shock tuning. Tubular upper and lower control arms, Detroit Speed forged 2-inch drop spindles, and a tubular front sway bar complete a matched suspension package built to make a classic Big Block A-Body more capable on the street and through the corners.
Specifications
- Part Number: 031320DS
- Product Type: Front Speed Kit 2
- Position: Front
- Platform: 1968-1972 GM A-Body
- Engine Application: Big Block Chevrolet
- Shock Type: Base / Non-Adjustable Coilover
- Shock Construction: DSE/JRi Aluminum Body
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 650 lb/in
- Spring Free Length: 9.5 inches
- Ride Height: Adjustable Through Coilover System
- Spindles: Detroit Speed Forged 2-Inch Drop Spindles
- Control Arms: Tubular Upper and Lower
- Sway Bar Type: Tubular Front Sway Bar
- Finish: Black Powder Coat on Applicable Components
- Installation Type: Bolt-On Front Suspension Package
- Quantity: Sold as a Kit
Kit Components
- Detroit Speed tubular upper control arms
- Detroit Speed tubular lower control arms
- Detroit Speed forged 2-inch drop spindles
- DSE/JRi aluminum-body non-adjustable coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- 650 lb/in coilover springs
- Detroit Speed tubular front sway bar
- Spanner tool for coilover adjustment
Features
- Integrated Front Speed Kit 2 engineered for compatible 1968-1972 GM A-Body applications
- Configured specifically for Big Block Chevrolet engine applications
- DSE/JRi aluminum-body base coilover shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving
- Non-adjustable damping provides a preset performance configuration without requiring manual shock tuning
- Coilover design provides adjustable ride height for dialing in stance and suspension setup
- 650 lb/in coilover springs feature a 9.5-inch free length
- Tubular upper and lower control arms upgrade the factory suspension foundation
- Improved camber and caster geometry helps modernize the handling characteristics of the classic GM A-Body
- Detroit Speed forged 2-inch drop spindles provide a lower, performance-focused stance
- Tubular front sway bar improves roll control and cornering stability
- Matched components are selected to work together as an integrated front suspension system
- Provides coilover ride-height adjustability without the added complexity of manually adjustable shock damping
- Designed to improve handling and suspension response while maintaining excellent street ride quality
Fitment
- 1970 Buick GS
- 1971 Buick GS
- 1972 Buick GS
- 1968 Buick GS 350
- 1969 Buick GS 350
- 1968 Buick GS 400
- 1969 Buick GS 400
- 1970 Buick GS 455
- 1971 Buick GS 455
- 1972 Buick GS 455
- 1968 Buick Skylark
- 1969 Buick Skylark
- 1970 Buick Skylark
- 1971 Buick Skylark
- 1972 Buick Skylark
- 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
- 1968 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1969 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1972 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1971 GMC Sprint
- 1972 GMC Sprint
- 1968 Oldsmobile 442
- 1969 Oldsmobile 442
- 1970 Oldsmobile 442
- 1971 Oldsmobile 442
- 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1968 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
- 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
- 1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
- 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
- 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
- 1968 Pontiac GTO
- 1969 Pontiac GTO
- 1970 Pontiac GTO
- 1971 Pontiac GTO
- 1972 Pontiac GTO
- 1968 Pontiac LeMans
- 1969 Pontiac LeMans
- 1970 Pontiac LeMans
- 1971 Pontiac LeMans
- 1972 Pontiac LeMans
- 1968 Pontiac Tempest
- 1969 Pontiac Tempest
- 1970 Pontiac Tempest
Important Fitment Notes
- Designed for compatible 1968-1972 GM A-Body applications.
- This 031320DS version is configured for Big Block Chevrolet engine applications.
- This is the base, non-adjustable shock version with a tubular front sway bar.
- Do not confuse 031320DS with 031320-SDS single-adjustable or 031320-DDS double-adjustable versions.
- Coilover springs feature a 650 lb/in spring rate and 9.5-inch free length.
- The coilover system provides ride-height adjustment even though shock damping is non-adjustable.
- Detroit Speed forged spindles provide a 2-inch drop.
FAQs
What comes in the DSE 031320DS Front Speed Kit 2?
The 031320DS includes Detroit Speed tubular upper and lower control arms, forged 2-inch drop spindles, DSE/JRi aluminum-body non-adjustable coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving, 650 lb/in coilover springs, a tubular front sway bar, and a spanner tool.
Can ride height be adjusted with the base shocks in DSE 031320DS?
Yes. The shock damping is non-adjustable, but the coilover system still provides ride-height adjustment. This makes 031320DS an excellent choice for builders who want adjustable stance and DSE/JRi coilover performance without the additional damping adjustments of the single- or double-adjustable versions.
Why Buy Detroit Speed from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension and chassis upgrades for classic GM performance builds. Whether you are building a Chevelle, El Camino, Monte Carlo, GTO, Cutlass, Skylark, or another compatible A-Body, our experienced performance team can help you select the right Detroit Speed components for your suspension and engine combination. Call 1-855-827-7223 or email sales@beefcakeracing.com for assistance.
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