DSE Rear Coilover Conversion Kit - Base Shocks - Stock Axle (042416DS) - 1968-1972 GM A-Body Wagon
Bring modern coilover suspension technology to your classic GM A-Body wagon with the Detroit Speed Rear Coilover Conversion Kit. Designed specifically for 1968-1972 GM A-Body wagon applications using the stock rear axle, part number 042416DS replaces the original separate rear coil spring and shock arrangement with an integrated Detroit Tuned coilover shock and spring package. Extensive ride-height adjustability gives you the ability to dial in the wagon's stance while upgrading the rear suspension with a system engineered for improved handling and ride quality.
The 042416DS package uses Detroit Speed's base non-adjustable shocks with Detroit Tuned valving, providing an engineered damping package without requiring external shock adjustments. Detroit Speed pairs the shocks with wagon-specific 250 pounds per inch coilover springs featuring a 12 inch free length. The system is designed as a complete bolt-on conversion and includes the coilover shocks and springs, application-specific upper and lower mounting components, mounting spacers, and a Detroit Speed/JRi spanner tool.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 042416DS
- Product Type: Rear Coilover Conversion Kit
- Position: Rear
- Application: 1968-1972 GM A-Body Wagon
- Body Style: Wagon
- Axle Application: Stock rear axle
- Shock Package: Base
- Shock Type: Non-adjustable
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 250 pounds per inch
- Spring Free Length: 12 inches
- Ride Height: Adjustable
- Installation Type: Bolt-on conversion
- Coilover Shocks Included: 2
- Coilover Springs Included: 2
- Upper Coilover Shock Mounting Plates: Included
- Lower Coilover Shock Mounting Brackets: Included
- Coilover Mounting Spacers: Included
- Detroit Speed/JRi Spanner Tool: Included
Features
- Designed specifically for 1968-1972 GM A-Body wagon applications with the stock rear axle
- Converts the original separate rear coil spring and shock arrangement to an integrated coilover suspension system
- Base non-adjustable shocks feature Detroit Tuned valving for an engineered balance of handling and ride quality
- Extensive ride-height adjustability allows vehicle stance and rear suspension setup to be fine-tuned
- 250 pounds per inch rear spring rate specifically listed by Detroit Speed for this wagon application
- 12 inch coilover spring free length
- Complete bolt-on package provides a straightforward path to modern rear coilover suspension
- Right- and left-hand upper coilover shock mounting plates provide application-specific upper mounting points
- Right- and left-hand lower coilover shock mounting brackets properly position the shocks at the rear axle
- Includes the required coilover mounting spacers
- Detroit Speed/JRi spanner tool is supplied for convenient coilover adjustments
- Provides modern coilover ride-height capability without requiring externally adjustable shock damping
- Purpose-built wagon package avoids relying on spring specifications intended for non-wagon A-Body applications
- Includes two Detroit Speed coilover shocks, two coilover springs, upper mounting plates, lower mounting brackets, mounting spacers, spanner tool, and installation instructions
Fitment
- 1968 GM A-Body Wagon with stock rear axle
- 1969 GM A-Body Wagon with stock rear axle
- 1970 GM A-Body Wagon with stock rear axle
- 1971 GM A-Body Wagon with stock rear axle
- 1972 GM A-Body Wagon with stock rear axle
Fitment Note: Detroit Speed 042416DS is specifically listed for 1968-1972 GM A-Body wagon applications using the stock rear axle. This is the wagon-specific base-shock package and uses 250 pounds per inch springs with a 12 inch free length. Detroit Speed offers separate rear coilover packages for non-wagon A-Body applications, so confirm body style and rear axle configuration before ordering.
FAQs
Is Detroit Speed 042416DS specifically designed for A-Body wagons?
Yes. Detroit Speed currently lists 042416DS specifically for 1968-1972 GM A-Body wagon applications with the stock rear axle. Its 250 pounds per inch springs and 12 inch spring free length differ from the specifications used in the corresponding non-wagon packages.
What type of shocks are included with Detroit Speed 042416DS?
Part number 042416DS is the base-shock version and includes non-adjustable Detroit Speed coilover shocks with Detroit Tuned valving. Ride height remains adjustable through the coilover system even though shock damping is not externally adjustable.
What does the Detroit Speed 042416DS kit replace?
The kit replaces the factory separate rear coil spring and shock combination with an integrated coilover shock and spring package. Detroit Speed supplies the shocks, springs, application-specific upper and lower mounting components, required spacers, spanner tool, and installation instructions as part of the conversion package.
Why Buy Detroit Speed from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension components for classic muscle cars, street-performance builds, pro-touring projects, and handling-focused combinations. Detroit Speed offers multiple A-Body rear coilover packages with important differences in body style, spring rate, axle configuration, and shock adjustment, so choosing the exact kit matters. Questions about Detroit Speed 042416DS or your GM A-Body wagon suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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