DSE Front Drop Spindle Kit (032091DS) - 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15 Trucks
Drop the front of your classic GM truck 2.5 inches while upgrading key suspension, steering, hub, and brake-mounting components with the Detroit Speed Front Drop Spindle Kit. Designed specifically for 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 and GMC C15 trucks, part number 032091DS combines Made-in-the-USA forged aluminum drop spindles with forged steel steering arms, modern truck hub-pack wheel bearings, ball joints, tie rod ends, and tie rod adjusters. The result is a comprehensive 100% bolt-on spindle package that delivers an aggressive lowered stance while bringing modern component design to your classic C10 or C15.
The forged aluminum uprights feature modern GMT800-style truck hub-pack wheel bearings with dual 5 x 5-inch and 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt patterns, eliminating the need to pack conventional front wheel bearings. Detroit Speed designed the hubs around OE-style 1999-2006 GMT800 Silverado brake architecture, allowing the appropriate factory-style brake components or compatible aftermarket brake options to be used. Unlike a basic pair of drop spindles, 032091DS also includes the ball joints, inner and outer tie rod ends, and tie rod adjusters needed for this 1971-1972 application, making it a well-rounded upgrade for trucks retaining a steering box.
Specifications
- Part Number: 032091DS
- Product: Front Drop Spindle Kit
- Application: 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15 Trucks
- Position: Front
- Lowering: 2.5 inches
- Drop Spindle 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
- Coil Springs Included: No
- Sway Bar Included: No
- Spindles Included: Yes
- Hub / Wheel Bearings Included: Yes
- Steering Arms Included: Yes
- Ball Joints Included: Yes
- Inner Tie Rod Ends Included: Yes
- Outer Tie Rod Ends Included: Yes
- Tie Rod Adjusters Included: Yes
Features
- Lowers the front ride height 2.5 inches for an aggressive classic truck stance
- Engineered specifically for 1971-1972 Chevrolet C10 and GMC C15 truck applications
- 100% bolt-on design provides a straightforward installation
- Made-in-the-USA Detroit Speed forged aluminum drop spindles provide strength and durability
- Forged steel steering arms provide strong, durable steering connections
- Modern GMT800 Silverado-style truck hub-pack wheel bearings eliminate the need to pack conventional front wheel bearings
- Dual 5 x 5-inch and 5 x 4.75-inch wheel bolt patterns provide additional wheel compatibility
- Designed around OE-style 1999-2006 GMT800 Silverado brake architecture
- Designed to use GMT800 brake calipers, brackets, and pads with DSE 13-inch dual-drilled rotors
- GMT800 brake configuration also allows compatible aftermarket brake options
- Includes ball joints for the 1971-1972 application
- Includes inner and outer tie rod ends
- Includes tie rod adjusters
- Designed for trucks retaining a steering box
- Includes spindles, hub and wheel bearing assemblies, steering arms, ball joints, inner and outer tie rod ends, and tie rod adjusters
Installation & Fitment Notes
- Requires wheels measuring at least 17 inches with a minimum inside wheel diameter of 16.250 inches
- Brakes are required for installation
- GMT800-style brakes are required for installation when using the specified OE-style brake configuration
- Designed to use GMT800 brake calipers, brackets, and pads with DSE 13-inch dual-drilled rotors
- Compatible aftermarket brake options can also be used with the GMT800-style hub configuration
- This kit is designed for use with a steering box
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 Drop Spindle Kit 032091DS lower a 1971-1972 C10 or C15?
The kit lowers the front ride height by 2.5 inches using forged aluminum drop spindles. This provides a substantial change in stance without requiring lowering coil springs as part of the spindle kit.
What is included with DSE 032091DS?
The kit includes forged aluminum drop spindles, hub and wheel bearing assemblies, forged steel steering arms, ball joints, inner and outer tie rod ends, and tie rod adjusters.
What brakes and wheels are required with DSE 032091DS?
The kit requires wheels measuring at least 17 inches with a minimum inside wheel diameter of 16.250 inches. The hubs use GMT800-style brake architecture designed around 1999-2006 Silverado brake components and DSE 13-inch dual-drilled rotors, while compatible aftermarket brake options can also be used.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension, steering, and chassis components for classic GM truck builds. Whether you are lowering a street-driven C10, improving the stance and handling of a weekend cruiser, or building a complete performance restomod, our experienced team can help you select the right components for your combination. Questions about DSE Front Drop Spindle Kit part number 032091DS or your truck build? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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