DSE Front Speed Kit 1 (032085DS) - 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15 Trucks
Lower your classic GM truck and improve its road manners with the Detroit Speed Front Speed Kit 1. Designed specifically for 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 and GMC C15 2WD trucks, part number 032085DS combines drop springs, performance shocks, forged aluminum drop spindles, forged steel steering arms, upper ball joints, and outer tie rod ends in a 100% bolt-on package. The system lowers the front ride height approximately 4.5 inches from stock, giving your truck a more aggressive stance while upgrading key suspension components for improved handling and ride quality.
The 4.5-inch overall drop is achieved by combining 2-inch drop coil springs with 2.5-inch drop spindle assemblies. Detroit Speed uses Made-in-the-USA forged aluminum uprights with forged steel steering arms for strength and durability. Modern GMT800-style truck hub-pack wheel bearings feature dual 5 x 5-inch and 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt patterns while eliminating the need to pack traditional front wheel bearings. The hub assemblies are designed around 1999-2006 GMT800 Silverado brake architecture, allowing the use of the appropriate OE-style components or compatible aftermarket brake options. This kit retains the truck's steering-box configuration, making it a straightforward way to achieve a substantial drop and improved suspension performance without converting to rack and pinion steering.
Specifications
- Part Number: 032085DS
- Product: Front Speed Kit 1
- Application: 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15 2WD Trucks
- Position: Front
- Shock Type: Non-Adjustable
- Overall Front Drop: 4.5 inches
- Coil Spring Drop: 2 inches
- Spindle Drop: 2.5 inches
- Spindle / Upright Material: Forged Aluminum
- Steering Arm Material: Forged Steel
- Wheel Bearing Type: Modern GMT800-Style Truck Hub Pack
- Wheel Bolt Patterns: 5 x 5 inches and 5 x 4.75 inches
- Brake Configuration: OE-Style GMT800
- Brake Application: 1999-2006 Silverado-Style Components
- Installation Type: 100% Bolt-On
- Steering Configuration: Steering Box
- Minimum Wheel Size: 17 inches
- Minimum Inside Wheel Diameter: 16.250 inches
- Sway Bar Included: No
- Coil Springs Included: Yes
- Upper Ball Joints Included: Yes
- Outer Tie Rod Ends Included: Yes
Features
- Front suspension upgrade engineered specifically for 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 and GMC C15 2WD trucks
- Lowers the front ride height approximately 4.5 inches from stock for an aggressive stance
- 100% bolt-on design provides a straightforward installation
- Includes 2-inch drop coil springs and shocks for improved ride and handling
- 2.5-inch drop spindle assemblies work with the drop springs to achieve the complete 4.5-inch lowering package
- Made-in-the-USA Detroit Speed forged aluminum uprights provide strength and durability
- Forged steel steering arms provide durable steering connections
- Modern GMT800 Silverado-style hub-pack wheel bearings eliminate the need to pack traditional front wheel bearings
- Dual 5 x 5-inch and 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt patterns provide additional wheel compatibility
- Designed to use GMT800 brake calipers, brackets, and pads
- OE-style GMT800 brake architecture also allows compatible aftermarket brake options
- Includes new upper ball joints specifically for the 1971-1972 application
- Includes new outer tie rod ends
- Designed for trucks retaining a steering box
- Includes spindles, shocks, springs, upper ball joints, and outer tie rod ends
Installation & Fitment Notes
- Requires wheels measuring at least 17 inches with a minimum inside wheel diameter of 16.250 inches
- GMT800-style brakes are required for installation
- Designed to use GMT800 brake calipers, brackets, and pads with DSE 13-inch dual-drilled rotors
- This kit is designed for use with a steering box
- Designed for 2WD truck applications
Fitment
- 1971 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1972 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1971 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1972 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
FAQs
How much does DSE Front Speed Kit 1 032085DS lower a 1971-1972 C10 or C15?
The kit lowers the front ride height approximately 4.5 inches from stock. Detroit Speed achieves the total drop by combining 2-inch drop coil springs with 2.5-inch drop spindle assemblies.
What parts are included with DSE 032085DS?
The kit includes forged aluminum spindle assemblies with forged steel steering arms, front shocks, 2-inch drop coil springs, upper ball joints, and outer tie rod ends.
What brakes and wheels are required with DSE 032085DS?
The kit is designed around GMT800-style brakes and requires at least 17-inch wheels with a minimum inside wheel diameter of 16.250 inches. The hub packs feature dual 5 x 5-inch and 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt patterns.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension and chassis components for classic GM truck builds. Whether you are lowering a street-driven C10, improving the handling of a weekend cruiser, or building a complete performance restomod, our experienced team can help you select the right suspension and supporting components for your combination. Questions about DSE Front Speed Kit 1 part number 032085DS or your truck build? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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