DSE SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit - Single Adjustable Shocks - Fabricated Coilover Mounts (1963 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS) - 032070-SDS
Give your C2 or C3 Corvette the steering precision, suspension geometry, and adjustability of a modern performance car with the Detroit Speed SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit 032070-SDS. Engineered 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, adjustable-height coilovers, and an integrated splined sway bar. This competition-oriented configuration uses fabricated upper coilover mounts for faster spring changes and single-adjustable DSE/JRi shocks that let you fine-tune rebound damping with the turn of a knob.
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. DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving and are paired with 550 lbs/in springs with an 8-inch free length. Powder coated tubular upper and lower control arms use Delrin bushings, while forged offset upper control arm mounting brackets with caster tuner bushings optimize suspension geometry and provide clearance for Gen V LT4 engines. Torrington bearings and a spanner tool simplify spring-height adjustment, and Detroit Speed designed the system so the body and engine do not need to be removed for installation.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 032070-SDS
- Product Type: SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit
- Vehicle Platform: C2 / C3 Chevrolet Corvette
- Engine Application: Small Block Chevrolet / LS
- Coilover Mount Style: Fabricated
- Shock Type: Single Adjustable
- Shock Construction: Aluminum Body Coilover
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Shock Adjustment: Rebound
- 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
- Single-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- Driver-adjustable rebound damping with a simple knob adjustment
- 550 lbs/in coilover springs with an 8-inch free length
- Coilover suspension provides spring-rate tuning capability and adjustable ride height
- Detroit Tuned quick-ratio power rack-and-pinion steering
- Powder coated cradle assembly provides rigid rack-and-pinion mounting while improving suspension geometry
- 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 spring-height adjustment
- Spanner tool included for coilover adjustment
- Body and engine do not need to be removed for installation
- Designed and engineered for high-performance street and track use
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 competition-style fabricated coilover mounting arrangement allows 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-SDS?
Part number 032070-SDS includes single-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. Rebound damping can be adjusted with a knob, giving you additional control over the suspension setup while maintaining excellent street ride quality.
Why choose the fabricated coilover mount SpeedRay?
The fabricated upper coilover mount configuration is designed for competition-oriented builds. It requires a small amount of fabrication but provides faster spring changes, making it especially useful when suspension setup changes are part of the vehicle's intended use.
Can ride height be adjusted with 032070-SDS?
Yes. The SpeedRay coilover suspension provides ride-height adjustment as well as spring-rate tuning capability. Torrington bearings and a spanner tool are included to make spring-height adjustments easier.
Does the engine or Corvette 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.
Does DSE 032070-SDS fit Big Block Chevrolet Corvettes?
No. Part number 032070-SDS is specifically the Small Block Chevrolet / LS configuration. Detroit Speed uses separate part numbers for the Big Block Chevrolet SpeedRay systems.
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 modernizing a street-driven C2 Corvette, building a track-focused C3, or planning a complete suspension package, our team can help you select the right Detroit Speed components for your combination. Questions about DSE 032070-SDS or your Corvette suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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