DSE Rear Speed Kit 2 - Double Adjustable Remote Shocks - 3in Axle (041644-RDS) - 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird
Build serious adjustability into the rear suspension of your third-generation F-Body with the Detroit Speed Rear Speed Kit 2. Designed for 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications equipped with 3-inch rear axle tubes, 041644-RDS combines Detroit Speed's Swivel-Link suspension technology with premium double adjustable remote canister shocks. The result is a performance-focused rear suspension system with the control and tuning range needed to dial in an aggressive street, autocross, or pro-touring combination while maintaining excellent street ride quality.
The DSE/JRi double adjustable remote shocks deliver the capabilities of Detroit Speed's double adjustable design while adding a gas-charged bladder for high-frequency and low-speed damping control. Separate remote canisters are secured with billet aluminum mounts, while the Swivel-Links allow pinion angle and wheelbase adjustments without requiring the links to be unbolted from the vehicle. With a 275 lb/in spring rate and 10-inch spring free length, 041644-RDS gives serious third-generation F-Body builds a highly tunable rear suspension package specifically configured for 3-inch axle tubes.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 041644-RDS
- Product Type: Rear Speed Kit
- Speed Kit: Rear Speed Kit 2
- Position: Rear
- Axle Application: 3-inch axle tubes
- Shock Type: Double Adjustable Remote
- Shock Design: DSE/JRi remote canister
- Remote Canister: Gas-charged bladder design
- Remote Canister Mounts: Billet aluminum
- Remote Canister Mount Hardware: Two 1/4-20 x 1/2-inch buttonhead screws
- Spring Rate: 275 lb/in
- Spring Free Length: 10 inches
- Suspension Technology: Detroit Speed Swivel-Links
- Pinion Angle Adjustment: Yes
- Wheelbase Adjustment: Yes
Features
- Rear Speed Kit 2 engineered for 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications
- Specifically configured for vehicles equipped with 3-inch rear axle tubes
- DSE/JRi double adjustable remote canister shocks provide extensive suspension tuning capability
- Two independent shock adjustments allow damping to be tailored to vehicle setup and performance demands
- Gas-charged bladder provides high-frequency and low-speed damping control
- Billet aluminum mounts securely position the remote shock canisters on the vehicle
- 275 lb/in spring rate provides performance-oriented rear suspension control
- 10-inch spring free length
- Detroit Speed Swivel-Links provide valuable rear suspension setup flexibility
- Pinion angle can be adjusted without unbolting the Swivel-Links from the vehicle
- Wheelbase can be adjusted without unbolting the Swivel-Links from the vehicle
- Designed to combine extensive suspension adjustability with excellent street ride quality
- Ideal for serious street, autocross, and pro-touring third-generation F-Body builds
Fitment Notes
Detroit Speed 041644-RDS is specifically designed for compatible 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications equipped with 3-inch rear axle tubes. Verify rear axle tube diameter before ordering. This is the double adjustable remote canister shock version of Rear Speed Kit 2.
Fitment
- 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1991 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1992 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1982 Pontiac Firebird
- 1983 Pontiac Firebird
- 1984 Pontiac Firebird
- 1985 Pontiac Firebird
- 1986 Pontiac Firebird
- 1987 Pontiac Firebird
- 1988 Pontiac Firebird
- 1989 Pontiac Firebird
- 1990 Pontiac Firebird
- 1991 Pontiac Firebird
- 1992 Pontiac Firebird
FAQs
What makes the shocks in DSE 041644-RDS different?
The DSE/JRi shocks are double adjustable and use remote canisters with a gas-charged bladder, providing extensive tuning capability along with high-frequency and low-speed damping control.
What rear axle does DSE 041644-RDS require?
Detroit Speed 041644-RDS is specifically configured for compatible 1982-1992 Camaro and Firebird applications equipped with 3-inch rear axle tubes.
Can pinion angle and wheelbase be adjusted with DSE 041644-RDS?
Yes. Detroit Speed's Swivel-Links allow pinion angle and wheelbase adjustments without requiring the links to be unbolted from the vehicle.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension and chassis components for third-generation Camaro and Firebird performance builds. Whether you are building a serious street car, autocross setup, or complete pro-touring F-Body, our team can help you select the right suspension components for your combination. Questions about DSE 041644-RDS or related suspension parts? Call 1-855-827-7223 or email sales@beefcakeracing.com.
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