DSE Leaf Spring Drop Shackle Kit (040114DS) - 1973-1987 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15
Bring the rear of your Square Body down for a more aggressive stance without replacing the factory leaf springs with the Detroit Speed Leaf Spring Drop Shackle Kit. Designed for 1973-1987 Chevrolet C10 and GMC C15 applications, part number 040114DS provides 1 to 2 inches of rear lowering while retaining the factory leaf springs and shocks. Two leaf spring mounting positions let you fine-tune the rear ride height, making this a straightforward way to dial in the stance of your classic GM truck.
Detroit Speed manufactures these rear drop shackles from heavy-duty 1/4-inch-thick steel and finishes them with a durable black powder coat for corrosion resistance. The two leaf spring mounting holes are spaced 1 inch apart to provide two ride height options. Installation is 100 percent bolt-on and can be completed without removing the truck bed, while all required mounting hardware is included for a complete installation.
Specifications
- Part Number: 040114DS
- Product: Leaf Spring Drop Shackle Kit
- Application: 1973-1987 Chevrolet C10 / GMC C15
- Position: Rear
- Rear Drop: 1 to 2 inches from Stock
- Material: Steel
- Steel Thickness: 1/4 inch
- Finish: Black Powder Coat
- Leaf Spring Mounting Positions: Two
- Mounting Hole Spacing: 1 inch Apart
- Installation: 100 Percent Bolt-On
- Truck Bed Removal Required: No
- Factory Leaf Spring Compatible: Yes
- Factory Shock Compatible: Yes
- Mounting Hardware Included: Yes
Features
- Lowers rear ride height 1 to 2 inches from stock for a more aggressive Square Body stance
- Two leaf spring mounting positions provide additional ride height adjustability
- Mounting holes are positioned 1 inch apart for easy stance adjustment
- Heavy-duty 1/4-inch-thick steel construction provides strength and durability
- Black powder-coated finish provides corrosion resistance
- 100 percent bolt-on design provides a straightforward installation
- Installs without removing the truck bed
- Designed to retain the factory leaf springs and shocks
- All required mounting hardware is included
Fitment
- 1973 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1974 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1975 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1976 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1977 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1978 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1979 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1980 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1981 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1982 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1983 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1984 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1985 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1986 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
- 1987 Chevrolet R10
- 1975 GMC C15
- 1976 GMC C15
- 1977 GMC C15
- 1978 GMC C15
- 1973 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1974 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1975 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1976 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1977 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1978 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1979 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1980 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1981 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1982 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1983 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1984 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1985 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1986 GMC C15/C1500 Pickup
- 1979 GMC C1500
- 1980 GMC C1500
- 1981 GMC C1500
- 1982 GMC C1500
- 1983 GMC C1500
- 1984 GMC C1500
- 1985 GMC C1500
- 1986 GMC C1500
- 1987 GMC R1500
FAQs
How much does DSE 040114DS lower a C10 or C15?
Detroit Speed 040114DS is designed to lower the rear ride height 1 to 2 inches from stock. Two leaf spring mounting positions spaced 1 inch apart provide the available ride height adjustment.
Does DSE 040114DS work with factory leaf springs and shocks?
Yes. Detroit Speed designed the drop shackle kit to retain the factory leaf springs and shocks, making it a straightforward way to lower the rear of a compatible Square Body truck.
Do I need to remove the truck bed to install DSE 040114DS?
No. The kit features a 100 percent bolt-on design that installs without removing the truck bed. All required mounting hardware is included.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension and chassis components for classic Chevrolet and GMC truck builds. Whether you are dialing in the stance of a street-driven Square Body or putting together a complete performance suspension package, our experienced team can help you choose the right components for your combination. Questions about DSE Leaf Spring Drop Shackle Kit part number 040114DS? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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