DSE Front Speed Kit 2 - Base Shocks (031368DS) - 1973-1977 GM A-Body - SBC / LS
Upgrade your 1973-1977 GM A-Body with a complete front suspension system engineered to work together from the start. The Detroit Speed Front Speed Kit 2 combines matched suspension components to improve handling, chassis response, and overall road manners while adding coilover ride-height adjustment. Designed for Small Block Chevy and LS-powered applications, part number 031368DS is an excellent foundation for a performance street car, restomod, or Pro Touring build that needs more capability than the factory front suspension can provide.
The 031368DS package combines tubular upper and lower control arms with DSE/JRi aluminum-body non-adjustable coilover shocks featuring Detroit Tuned valving, coilover springs, a tubular front sway bar, and Torrington bearings. The 600 pounds per inch springs have a 9.5-inch free length, while the coilover configuration allows ride-height adjustment to help dial in vehicle stance. Because the individual components are selected as part of an integrated Detroit Speed system, Speed Kit 2 removes much of the guesswork involved in assembling a performance front suspension from unrelated parts.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 031368DS
- Product Type: Front Speed Kit
- Speed Kit Type: Front Speed Kit 2
- Vehicle Platform: 1973-1977 GM A-Body
- Engine Application: Small Block Chevy / LS
- Shock Type: Base / Non-Adjustable
- Coilover Shocks: DSE/JRi aluminum-body shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- Spring Rate: 600 pounds per inch
- Spring Free Length: 9.5 inches
- Ride Height: Adjustable
- Control Arms: Tubular upper and lower
- Sway Bar: Tubular front sway bar
- Bearings: Torrington bearings
- System Type: Integrated front suspension package
Features
- Complete Detroit Speed Front Speed Kit 2 engineered for 1973-1977 GM A-Body applications
- Designed for Small Block Chevy and LS engine combinations
- Matched suspension components are selected to function together as an integrated system
- DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving
- Base non-adjustable shocks provide application-engineered damping without requiring manual shock adjustments
- Coilover suspension provides adjustable ride height for dialing in vehicle stance
- 600 pounds per inch front spring rate with a 9.5-inch spring free length
- Tubular upper control arms provide a performance-oriented replacement for the factory components
- Tubular lower control arms complement the upper arms as part of the integrated suspension package
- Tubular front sway bar helps control body roll and improve cornering response
- Torrington bearings are included as part of the coilover suspension package
- Designed to improve handling performance and road manners beyond the factory suspension
- Integrated package eliminates the guesswork of combining unrelated front suspension components
- Well suited for performance street, restomod, and Pro Touring GM A-Body builds
Fitment
- 1973 Buick Century - SBC / LS
- 1974 Buick Century - SBC / LS
- 1975 Buick Century - SBC / LS
- 1976 Buick Century - SBC / LS
- 1977 Buick Century - SBC / LS
- 1973 Buick Regal - SBC / LS
- 1974 Buick Regal - SBC / LS
- 1975 Buick Regal - SBC / LS
- 1976 Buick Regal - SBC / LS
- 1977 Buick Regal - SBC / LS
- 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle - SBC / LS
- 1973 Chevrolet El Camino - SBC / LS
- 1974 Chevrolet El Camino - SBC / LS
- 1975 Chevrolet El Camino - SBC / LS
- 1976 Chevrolet El Camino - SBC / LS
- 1977 Chevrolet El Camino - SBC / LS
- 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - SBC / LS
- 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - SBC / LS
- 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - SBC / LS
- 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - SBC / LS
- 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - SBC / LS
- 1973 GMC Sprint - SBC / LS
- 1974 GMC Sprint - SBC / LS
- 1975 GMC Sprint - SBC / LS
- 1976 GMC Sprint - SBC / LS
- 1977 GMC Sprint - SBC / LS
- 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass - SBC / LS
- 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass - SBC / LS
- 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass - SBC / LS
- 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass - SBC / LS
- 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass - SBC / LS
- 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - SBC / LS
- 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - SBC / LS
- 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - SBC / LS
- 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - SBC / LS
- 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme - SBC / LS
- 1973 Pontiac Grand Am - SBC / LS
- 1974 Pontiac Grand Am - SBC / LS
- 1975 Pontiac Grand Am - SBC / LS
- 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix - SBC / LS
- 1974 Pontiac Grand Prix - SBC / LS
- 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix - SBC / LS
- 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix - SBC / LS
- 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix - SBC / LS
- 1973 Pontiac LeMans - SBC / LS
- 1974 Pontiac LeMans - SBC / LS
- 1975 Pontiac LeMans - SBC / LS
- 1976 Pontiac LeMans - SBC / LS
- 1977 Pontiac LeMans - SBC / LS
FAQs
What vehicles does DSE 031368DS fit?
Detroit Speed 031368DS is designed for applicable 1973-1977 GM A-Body models with Small Block Chevy or LS engine applications, including the Buick Century and Regal, Chevrolet Chevelle, El Camino and Monte Carlo, GMC Sprint, Oldsmobile Cutlass and Cutlass Supreme, and Pontiac Grand Am, Grand Prix and LeMans.
Are the shocks in DSE 031368DS adjustable?
The DSE/JRi base shock damping is non-adjustable and uses Detroit Tuned valving. The coilover suspension still provides adjustable ride height, allowing the vehicle's stance to be dialed in without requiring manual damping adjustments.
What spring rate does DSE 031368DS use?
Detroit Speed specifies a 600 pounds per inch spring rate with a 9.5-inch spring free length for this Front Speed Kit 2.
What suspension components are included with DSE 031368DS?
The Speed Kit 2 package combines tubular upper and lower control arms, DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving, coilover springs, a tubular front sway bar, and Torrington bearings into an integrated front suspension system.
Is DSE 031368DS designed for Big Block Chevy applications?
No. Part number 031368DS is the Small Block Chevy / LS version of this 1973-1977 GM A-Body Front Speed Kit 2. Detroit Speed uses a different part number for BBC applications, so verify your engine configuration before ordering.
Get Your Detroit Speed Suspension from Beefcake Racing
Upgrade your 1973-1977 GM A-Body with the suspension control, adjustable stance, and integrated engineering of Detroit Speed from Beefcake Racing. Whether you are building a responsive street machine, modern restomod, or serious Pro Touring A-Body, our team can help you select the right suspension components for your combination. Questions about Detroit Speed 031368DS or your suspension setup? Contact Beefcake Racing at sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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