DSE SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit - Double Adjustable Shocks - Fabricated Coilover Mounts (1963 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS) - 032070-DDS
Transform the front suspension of your 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvette with the Detroit Speed SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit 032070-DDS. Engineered for C2 and C3 Corvettes running SBC or LS power, the SpeedRay combines Detroit Speed's exclusive suspension geometry with modern rack-and-pinion steering, coilover adjustability, forged aluminum uprights, tubular control arms, and an integrated splined sway bar. This version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts for the competition-style installation and pairs them with double-adjustable DSE/JRi coilover shocks for extensive suspension tuning capability on serious street and track builds.
The powder coated cradle assembly improves suspension geometry while creating a rigid mounting structure for the rack and pinion and incorporating integrated tie-down eyelets. Powder coated tubular upper and lower control arms use Delrin bushings, while forged offset upper control arm mounting brackets with caster tuner bushings provide suspension adjustment and additional clearance for Gen V LT4 engines. Best of all, installation of the SpeedRay system does not require removal of the Corvette's body or engine.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 032070-DDS
- Product Type: SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit
- Vehicle Platform: C2 / C3 Chevrolet Corvette
- Engine Application: Small Block Chevrolet / LS
- Coilover Mount Style: Fabricated
- Shock Type: Double Adjustable
- Shock Construction: Aluminum Body Coilover
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 550 lbs/in
- Spring Free Length: 8 inches
- Total Suspension Travel: 6 inches
- Steering Ratio: 13:1
- Steering Wheel Turns Lock-to-Lock: 2
- Maximum Outside Wheel Turning Angle: 27.5 degrees
- Ackerman Angle at Full Turn: 5.2 degrees
- Static Camber: -0.5 degrees +/- 0.2 degrees
- Static Caster: 7.5 degrees +/- 0.5 degrees
- Static Toe: 0 degrees +/- 0.1 degrees
- Ride Height: 7.6 inches +/- 1.0 inch
- Cradle Finish: Satin Black Powder Coat
- Control Arm Finish: Gloss Black Powder Coat
Features
- Detroit Speed exclusive suspension geometry engineered for improved handling and ride quality
- Competition-style fabricated upper coilover mounting system allows faster spring changes
- Double-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks provide two independent damping adjustments
- 550 lbs/in coilover springs with 8-inch free length
- Coilover design provides spring-rate tuning and ride-height adjustment
- Detroit Tuned quick-ratio power rack-and-pinion steering
- Powder coated cradle assembly improves suspension geometry and provides rigid rack-and-pinion mounting
- Integrated tie-down eyelets built into the cradle assembly
- TIG-welded tubular upper and lower control arms
- Delrin control arm bushings provide precise suspension articulation
- Forged aluminum Detroit Speed uprights manufactured in the USA
- Forged offset upper control arm mounting brackets provide clearance for Gen V LT4 engines
- Caster tuner bushings allow suspension geometry adjustment
- Integrated splined sway bar with aluminum arms and composite bushings
- Torrington bearings included for smooth coilover spring adjustment
- Spanner tool included for spring height adjustments
- Body and engine do not need to be removed for SpeedRay installation
- Engineered for high-performance street and track applications
Fitment Notes
- 1963 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1964 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1965 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1966 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1967 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1968 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1969 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1970 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1971 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1972 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1973 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1974 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1975 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1976 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1977 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1978 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1979 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1980 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1981 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS
- This version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts and requires fabrication during installation
- For competition applications, the Detroit Speed rack-and-pinion fluid transfer conversion kit replaces the rack hardlines with -4 AN steel fittings and PTFE-lined high-pressure hoses with pre-crimped stainless steel fittings
FAQs
What is different about the fabricated coilover mounts on DSE 032070-DDS?
This SpeedRay configuration uses fabricated upper coilover mounts rather than the bolt-in coilover mounting arrangement. The fabricated competition-style configuration requires a small amount of fabrication and is designed to make spring changes faster.
Are the shocks adjustable on DSE 032070-DDS?
Yes. This kit includes double-adjustable DSE/JRi coilover shocks with two independent adjustments, giving the driver a wide range of suspension tuning capability while retaining street-oriented ride quality.
Can ride height be adjusted with the SpeedRay suspension?
Yes. The included coilover suspension allows ride-height adjustment as well as spring-rate tuning.
Does the engine or body have to be removed to install the SpeedRay?
No. Detroit Speed specifically designed the SpeedRay so the body and engine do not have to be removed for installation.
Is DSE 032070-DDS intended for Big Block Chevrolet engines?
No. Part number 032070-DDS is the SBC / LS version. Detroit Speed uses a different part-number series for the BBC SpeedRay configurations.
Why Buy Detroit Speed from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension, steering, chassis, and pro-touring components for serious performance builds. Whether you are upgrading a street-driven C2 Corvette, building a track-focused C3, or planning a complete modernized suspension package, our team can help you select the right Detroit Speed components for your combination. Questions about DSE 032070-DDS or your Corvette suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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