DSE SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit - Double Adjustable Remote Shocks - Fabricated Coilover Mounts (1963 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS) - 032070-RDS
Turn your C2 or C3 Corvette into a far more capable street and track machine with the Detroit Speed SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit 032070-RDS. Designed for 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvettes with Small Block Chevrolet or LS power, the SpeedRay combines Detroit Speed's exclusive suspension geometry with quick-ratio rack-and-pinion steering, forged aluminum uprights, tubular control arms, coilover ride-height adjustment, and an integrated splined sway bar. This competition-oriented version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts for faster spring changes and adds double-adjustable remote-canister DSE/JRi shocks for extensive suspension tuning.
The powder coated cradle assembly improves suspension geometry while providing 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 geometry adjustment and clearance for Gen V LT4 engines. The remote-canister monotube shocks incorporate a gas-charged bladder and are paired with 550 lbs/in springs with an 8-inch free length. Billet aluminum mounts secure the remote shock canisters to the vehicle. The SpeedRay is engineered for serious performance without requiring removal of the Corvette's body or engine during installation.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 032070-RDS
- 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 Remote Canister
- Shock Design: Monotube Remote Canister
- 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
- Finish: Powder Coated
Features
- Detroit Speed exclusive suspension geometry engineered for improved handling and ride quality
- Fabricated upper coilover mounts provide a competition-oriented installation and allow faster spring changes
- Double-adjustable remote-canister DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- Remote-canister shock design incorporates a gas-charged bladder for additional damping control
- Billet aluminum remote-canister mounts secure the shock canisters to the vehicle
- 550 lbs/in coilover springs with an 8-inch free length
- Coilover design provides spring-rate tuning capability and adjustable ride height
- Detroit Tuned quick-ratio power rack-and-pinion steering
- Powder coated cradle provides rigid rack-and-pinion mounting and improved suspension geometry
- Integrated tie-down eyelets incorporated 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 provide suspension geometry adjustment
- Integrated splined sway bar with aluminum arms and composite bushings
- Torrington bearings included for smooth spring-height adjustment
- Spanner tool included for coilover adjustment
- Body and engine do not need to be removed for installation
- Engineered for high-performance street and track applications
Fitment
- 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
Fitment Notes
- This version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts and requires a small amount of fabrication for installation
- The fabricated competition-style coilover mounting arrangement is designed to allow faster spring changes
- For competition applications, the Detroit Speed rack-and-pinion fluid transfer conversion kit can replace the rack hardlines using -4 AN steel fittings
- The fluid transfer conversion hoses are PTFE lined for the high-pressure demands of the steering system and use pre-crimped stainless steel fittings
FAQs
What shocks are included with DSE 032070-RDS?
This SpeedRay kit includes double-adjustable remote-canister DSE/JRi coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. The remote-canister design incorporates a gas-charged bladder and provides a high level of damping control for demanding street and competition applications.
What is the advantage of the fabricated coilover mounts?
The fabricated upper coilover mount configuration is designed as the competition-oriented SpeedRay installation. It requires a small amount of fabrication but provides easier and faster spring changes for drivers who regularly tune their suspension setup.
Can the ride height be adjusted?
Yes. The SpeedRay coilover suspension provides ride-height adjustment and spring-rate tuning capability. Torrington bearings and a spanner tool are included to assist with spring-height adjustments.
Does the engine or body need to be removed for installation?
No. Detroit Speed designed the SpeedRay front suspension so the Corvette's body and engine do not need to be removed for installation.
Is 032070-RDS the Big Block Chevrolet SpeedRay kit?
No. Part number 032070-RDS is specifically configured for Small Block Chevrolet and LS applications. Big Block Chevrolet SpeedRay systems use a different Detroit Speed part-number series.
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. From modernizing a street-driven C2 to dialing in a track-focused C3, our team can help you put together the right Detroit Speed combination for your Corvette. Questions about DSE 032070-RDS or your suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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