DSE SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit - Base Shocks - Fabricated Coilover Mounts (1963 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette - BBC) - 032071DS
Bring modern suspension geometry, precise rack-and-pinion steering, and coilover performance to your Big Block C2 or C3 Corvette with the Detroit Speed SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit 032071DS. Engineered for 1963-1982 Chevrolet Corvettes, this complete front suspension system combines Detroit Speed's exclusive geometry with a rigid powder coated cradle, forged aluminum uprights, tubular control arms, an integrated splined sway bar, and DSE/JRi coilovers. This BBC configuration uses 650 lbs/in springs and fabricated upper coilover mounts, making it an excellent choice for serious street and track builds where improved handling, steering response, ride-height adjustability, and faster spring changes are priorities.
The SpeedRay's powder coated cradle improves suspension geometry while providing a rigid mounting structure for the Detroit Tuned quick-ratio power rack-and-pinion steering system. DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving and provide performance-oriented damping in a straightforward non-adjustable package while maintaining street-friendly ride quality. Powder coated tubular upper and lower control arms use Delrin bushings, while forged offset upper control arm mounting brackets incorporate caster tuner bushings for suspension geometry adjustment. Torrington bearings and a spanner tool simplify spring-height adjustments, and the Corvette's body and engine do not need to be removed to install the system.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 032071DS
- Product Type: SpeedRay Front Suspension Kit
- Vehicle Platform: C2 / C3 Chevrolet Corvette
- Engine Application: Big Block Chevrolet
- Coilover Mount Style: Fabricated
- Shock Type: Non-Adjustable Base Shock
- Shock Construction: Aluminum Body Coilover
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 650 lbs/in
- Spring Free Length: 8 inches
- Total Suspension Travel: 6 inches
- Ride Height: 7.6 inches +/- 1.0 inch
- Static Camber: -0.5 degrees +/- 0.2 degrees
- Static Caster: 7.5 degrees +/- 0.5 degrees
- Static Toe: 0 degrees +/- 0.1 degrees
- 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
- Cradle Finish: Powder Coated
Features
- Detroit Speed exclusive suspension geometry engineered for improved handling and ride quality
- Fabricated upper coilover mounts provide a competition-oriented configuration that allows faster spring changes
- DSE/JRi non-adjustable aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
- 650 lbs/in coilover springs with an 8-inch free length for Big Block Chevrolet applications
- Coilover design 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 incorporated into the cradle assembly
- TIG-welded tubular upper and lower control arms
- Delrin control arm bushings
- Forged aluminum Detroit Speed uprights manufactured in the USA
- Forged offset upper control arm mounting brackets with caster tuner bushings
- Integrated splined sway bar with aluminum arms and composite bushings
- Torrington bearings included for 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
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Fitment Notes
- This version uses fabricated upper coilover mounts and requires fabrication during installation
- The fabricated coilover configuration 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 to handle the high-pressure demands of the steering system and use pre-crimped stainless steel fittings
FAQs
What shocks are included with Detroit Speed 032071DS?
This kit includes non-adjustable DSE/JRi aluminum-body coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. They deliver performance-oriented damping without requiring external shock adjustments while retaining ride quality suitable for street-driven Corvettes.
Is DSE 032071DS designed for Big Block Corvettes?
Yes. Part number 032071DS is the Big Block Chevrolet version of the SpeedRay system with fabricated coilover mounts and includes 650 lbs/in springs with an 8-inch free length.
What is the advantage of the fabricated coilover mounts?
The fabricated coilover mount configuration is intended for builders who want a competition-oriented setup and easier spring changes. Unlike the bolt-in SpeedRay configuration, installation of this version requires fabrication.
Can ride height be adjusted with the 032071DS SpeedRay system?
Yes. The coilover suspension allows ride-height adjustment and spring-rate tuning. Torrington bearings and a spanner tool are included to make spring-height adjustments easier.
Does the Corvette body or engine need to be removed for installation?
No. Detroit Speed designed the SpeedRay front suspension so the body and engine do not need to be removed during installation.
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, upgrading a C3 for track use, or planning a complete Big Block suspension package, our team can help you choose the right components for your combination. Questions about DSE 032071DS or your Corvette suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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