DSE Rear Coilover Conversion Kit - Single Adjustable Shocks (042441-SDS) - 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird
Bring modern coilover performance and driver-adjustable suspension tuning to your fourth-generation F-Body with the Detroit Speed Rear Coilover Conversion Kit. Part number 042441-SDS is engineered for 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications with the stock rear axle. The system replaces the original rear coil spring and shock combination with a Detroit Tuned coilover package, giving you extensive ride-height adjustability along with rebound adjustment for dialing in rear suspension response to match your car and driving style.
The 042441-SDS package combines Detroit Speed's proven Detroit Tuned base valving with an installed rebound adjustment that can be changed with the simple turn of a knob. This gives you additional tuning capability while retaining the excellent street ride quality engineered into the base shock. Detroit Speed pairs the single-adjustable shocks with 175 pounds per inch coilover springs featuring a 10 inch free length, and the system is optimized around an approximately 1.5 inch drop from stock height. Installation requires only minor drilling of the existing axle bracket. Detroit Speed specifically states that this Rear Coilover Conversion Kit cannot be used with factory trailing arms.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 042441-SDS
- Product Type: Rear Coilover Conversion Kit
- Position: Rear
- Application: 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro / Pontiac Firebird
- Axle: Stock
- Shock Type: Single adjustable
- Shock Adjustment: Rebound
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Spring Rate: 175 pounds per inch
- Spring Free Length: 10 inches
- Ride Height: Adjustable
- Optimized Ride Height: Approximately 1.5 inch drop from stock
- Installation: Minor drilling required on existing axle bracket
- Factory Trailing Arm Compatibility: Not compatible
Features
- Engineered specifically for 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications
- Designed for vehicles using the stock rear axle
- Replaces the original rear coil spring and shock combination with modern coilover suspension
- Single-adjustable shocks combine Detroit Tuned base valving with rebound adjustment
- Rebound damping can be adjusted with the simple turn of a knob
- Allows rear suspension response to be tuned around vehicle setup, driving conditions, and driver preference
- Maintains excellent street ride quality while adding useful shock adjustability
- 175 pounds per inch rear coilover spring rate
- 10 inch coilover spring free length
- Extensive ride-height adjustability allows the stance and rear suspension setup to be fine-tuned
- System is optimized around an approximately 1.5 inch drop from stock height
- Installation requires only minor drilling of the existing axle bracket
- Purpose-built for the fourth-generation Camaro and Firebird platform
- Ideal for performance street, pro-touring, autocross, road course, and other handling-focused F-Body builds
- Cannot be used with factory trailing arms
Fitment
- 1993 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1993 Pontiac Firebird
- 1994 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1994 Pontiac Firebird
- 1995 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1995 Pontiac Firebird
- 1996 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1996 Pontiac Firebird
- 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1997 Pontiac Firebird
- 1998 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1998 Pontiac Firebird
- 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1999 Pontiac Firebird
- 2000 Chevrolet Camaro
- 2000 Pontiac Firebird
- 2001 Chevrolet Camaro
- 2001 Pontiac Firebird
- 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
- 2002 Pontiac Firebird
Fitment Note: Detroit Speed 042441-SDS is designed for 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications using the stock rear axle. Detroit Speed states that this Rear Coilover Conversion Kit cannot be used with factory trailing arms. Installation requires minor drilling of the existing axle bracket.
FAQs
What is adjustable on Detroit Speed 042441-SDS?
The single-adjustable shocks feature Detroit Tuned base valving plus rebound adjustment that can be changed with the turn of a knob. The coilover system also provides extensive ride-height adjustment.
How much does Detroit Speed 042441-SDS lower a Camaro or Firebird?
Detroit Speed states that the coilover package is optimized around an approximately 1.5 inch drop from stock height while providing extensive ride-height adjustability for fine-tuning the final stance.
Can Detroit Speed 042441-SDS be used with factory trailing arms?
No. Detroit Speed specifically states that this Rear Coilover Conversion Kit cannot be used with factory trailing arms. Confirm that your rear suspension configuration is compatible before ordering.
Why Buy Detroit Speed from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your source for Detroit Speed suspension components for performance street cars, pro-touring builds, autocross combinations, and track-focused vehicles. With base, single-adjustable, and double-adjustable coilover options available for the fourth-generation F-Body, choosing the shock package that matches your performance goals is critical. Questions about Detroit Speed 042441-SDS or your 1993-2002 Camaro or Firebird suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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