DSE 3-Inch Drop Rear Leaf Spring Set - Pair (040107PDS) - 1982-2003 S10 / S15 / Sonoma 2WD
Drop your 2WD S-Series truck the right way while improving traction, handling, and rear suspension control with the Detroit Speed 3-Inch Drop Rear Leaf Spring Set. Designed for 1982-2003 Chevrolet S10, GMC S15, and GMC Sonoma 2WD applications, part number 040107PDS delivers up to a 3-inch rear drop without relying on excessive lowering blocks or requiring a frame notch. The result is a lower center of gravity and aggressive street-truck stance while retaining the traditional leaf spring suspension and usable suspension travel.
Detroit Speed engineered these springs as performance components rather than simply lowering springs. The forward-biased design works with staggered shocks to help reduce wheel hop and axle wrap for improved traction, while the reverse-eye configuration achieves the lowered ride height without compromising suspension travel. Spring rates are selected to maintain truck-bed functionality while providing street-friendly ride quality and improved control. The springs bolt directly into the factory mounting locations and are designed, tested, and manufactured in Mooresville, North Carolina.
Specifications
- Part Number: 040107PDS
- Product: 3-Inch Drop Rear Leaf Spring Set
- Application: 1982-2003 Chevrolet S10 / GMC S15 / GMC Sonoma 2WD
- Position: Rear
- Suspension Type: Leaf Spring
- Drop: Up to 3 inches
- Spring Design: Reverse-Eye
- Spring Bias: Forward-Biased
- Installation Type: Bolt-In
- Factory Mounting Locations: Yes
- Frame Notch Required: No
- Factory Sway Bar Compatibility: Yes, Where Equipped
- Factory-Length Shock Compatibility: No
- Crew Cab Compatibility: No
- Quantity: Pair
- Made in the USA: Yes
Features
- Provides up to a 3-inch rear drop for a lower center of gravity and aggressive street-truck stance
- Reverse-eye leaf spring design achieves the lowered ride height without requiring excessive lowering blocks
- Designed to retain full suspension travel without requiring a frame notch
- Forward-biased spring design works with staggered shocks to help reduce wheel hop and axle wrap
- Improved rear suspension control helps deliver better forward traction
- Spring rates are selected to balance handling performance with street-friendly ride quality
- Designed to retain useful truck-bed functionality
- Bolt-in design installs directly into factory mounting locations
- Works with the factory sway bar on trucks originally equipped with one
- Designed as part of Detroit Speed's integrated S-Series suspension system
- Best results are achieved when paired with a Detroit Speed front suspension kit
- Sold as a pair for a complete rear leaf spring replacement
- Designed, tested, and manufactured in Mooresville, North Carolina
Installation & Fitment Notes
- Designed for 2WD applications
- Not compatible with Crew Cab trucks
- Will not work with factory-length shocks
- Works with the factory sway bar where equipped
- No frame notch is required for the designed suspension travel
- Detroit Speed recommends pairing the rear suspension with a Detroit Speed front suspension kit for best overall results
Fitment
- 1982 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1983 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1984 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1985 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1986 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1987 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1988 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1989 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1990 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1991 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1992 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1993 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1994 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1995 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1996 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1997 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1998 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1999 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 2000 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 2001 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 2002 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 2003 Chevrolet S10 2WD
- 1982 GMC S15 2WD
- 1983 GMC S15 2WD
- 1984 GMC S15 2WD
- 1985 GMC S15 2WD
- 1986 GMC S15 2WD
- 1987 GMC S15 2WD
- 1988 GMC S15 2WD
- 1989 GMC S15 2WD
- 1990 GMC S15 2WD
- 1991 GMC S15 2WD
- 1992 GMC S15 2WD
- 1993 GMC S15 2WD
- 1994 GMC S15 2WD
- 1995 GMC S15 2WD
- 1996 GMC S15 2WD
- 1997 GMC S15 2WD
- 1998 GMC S15 2WD
- 1999 GMC S15 2WD
- 2000 GMC S15 2WD
- 2001 GMC S15 2WD
- 2002 GMC S15 2WD
- 2003 GMC S15 2WD
- 1982 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1983 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1984 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1985 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1986 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1987 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1988 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1989 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1990 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1991 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1992 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1993 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1994 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1995 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1996 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1997 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1998 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1999 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 2000 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 2001 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 2002 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 2003 GMC Sonoma 2WD
FAQs
How much does DSE 040107PDS lower an S10, S15, or Sonoma?
Detroit Speed 040107PDS is designed to lower the rear up to 3 inches. Its reverse-eye spring design achieves the drop without requiring excessive lowering blocks or a frame notch.
How does DSE 040107PDS help improve traction?
The leaf springs use a forward-biased design that works with staggered shocks to help reduce wheel hop and axle wrap, improving rear suspension control and forward traction under acceleration.
Can DSE 040107PDS be used with factory shocks?
No. Detroit Speed specifically states that these 3-inch drop rear leaf springs will not work with factory-length shocks. They can, however, work with the factory sway bar on trucks originally equipped with one.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension and chassis components for S10, S15, and Sonoma performance builds. Whether you are lowering a street truck, improving rear traction, or building a complete handling package, our experienced team can help you select the right suspension components for your combination. Questions about DSE 3-Inch Drop Rear Leaf Spring Set part number 040107PDS? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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