DSE SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit - Base Shocks - Fabricated Coilover Mounts (1963 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - SBC / LS) - 032070DS
Bring modern steering response, suspension geometry, and coilover performance to your C2 or C3 Corvette with the Detroit Speed SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit 032070DS. Engineered specifically for 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvettes with Small Block Chevrolet or LS power, the SpeedRay replaces the limitations of the original front suspension with Detroit Speed's purpose-engineered geometry, quick-ratio rack-and-pinion steering, forged aluminum uprights, tubular control arms, and adjustable-height coilovers. This competition-oriented version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts, allowing faster spring changes while providing a serious foundation for street performance, autocross, and track use.
At the heart of 032070DS is a powder coated cradle assembly that improves suspension geometry while providing a rigid mounting structure for the rack and pinion. DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving and are paired with 550 lbs/in springs with an 8-inch free length. Although the base shocks are non-adjustable, they incorporate Detroit Speed's performance-focused valving while maintaining street-friendly ride quality. The complete system also includes a splined sway bar, aluminum sway bar arms, composite bushings, powder coated tubular control arms with Delrin bushings, caster tuner bushings, Torrington bearings, and a spanner tool for ride-height adjustment.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 032070DS
- Product Type: SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit
- Vehicle Platform: C2 / C3 Chevrolet Corvette
- Engine Application: Small Block Chevrolet / LS
- Coilover Mount Style: Fabricated
- Shock Type: Non-Adjustable Base Shocks
- 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
- Fabricated upper coilover mounts provide a competition-oriented installation and allow faster spring changes
- DSE/JRi non-adjustable aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- 550 lbs/in coilover springs with an 8-inch free length
- Coilover system 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 and improved suspension geometry
- Integrated tie-down eyelets built into the cradle assembly
- TIG-welded tubular upper and lower control arms
- Delrin control arm bushings for 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 adjustments
- 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 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 high-pressure steering system use and include pre-crimped stainless steel fittings
FAQs
What shocks are included with DSE 032070DS?
Part number 032070DS includes non-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. They are engineered to provide performance-focused damping while maintaining street-friendly ride quality.
What makes the fabricated coilover mount version different?
The fabricated upper coilover mount configuration is the competition-oriented SpeedRay installation. It requires a small amount of fabrication but provides easier and faster spring changes compared with the fully bolt-on configuration.
Can ride height be adjusted with the SpeedRay 032070DS?
Yes. The coilover suspension allows ride-height adjustment, and the kit includes Torrington bearings and a spanner tool to make spring-height adjustments easier.
Does the engine or Corvette body need to be removed for installation?
No. Detroit Speed designed the SpeedRay system so the body and engine do not need to be removed during installation.
Does 032070DS fit Big Block Chevrolet applications?
No. Part number 032070DS is specifically the Small Block Chevrolet / LS version. Detroit Speed offers separate SpeedRay configurations for Big Block Chevrolet applications.
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 or putting together a track-focused C3, our team can help you select the right components for your combination. Questions about DSE 032070DS or your Corvette suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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