DSE Rear Coilover Conversion Kit - Double Adjustable Shocks (042442-DDS) - 1979-1993 Ford Mustang / 1979-1986 Mercury Capri
Transform the rear suspension of your Fox Body with the Detroit Speed Rear Coilover Conversion Kit. Part number 042442-DDS is engineered for 1979-1993 Ford Mustang and 1979-1986 Mercury Capri applications with the stock rear axle, replacing the original separate rear spring and shock arrangement with a modern Detroit Tuned coilover system. The conversion relocates the springs from the lower control arms and moves the shock mounting points into the frame rails, providing a strong mounting location while opening up valuable clearance for larger wheels, tires, and performance exhaust systems.
The 042442-DDS package adds Detroit Speed's double-adjustable shock configuration for serious suspension tuning. The shocks provide independent low-speed and high-speed adjustment with a broad tuning range, allowing rear suspension response to be matched to the driver, vehicle setup, and intended use while retaining excellent street ride quality. The system also provides extensive ride-height adjustability and is an excellent foundation for Fox Body builds using Detroit Speed Mini-Tubs. Laser-cut brackets are designed to work with the original frame and axle, while the complete kit includes the coilover shocks, springs, upper and lower mounts, installation hardware, and spanner tool required for the conversion.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 042442-DDS
- Product Type: Rear Coilover Conversion Kit
- Position: Rear
- Application: 1979-1993 Ford Mustang / 1979-1986 Mercury Capri
- Platform: Fox Body
- Axle: Stock
- Shock Type: Double adjustable
- Shock Adjustments: Independent low-speed and high-speed adjustment
- Shock Valving: Detroit Tuned
- Ride Height: Adjustable
- Coilover Shocks: 2 included
- Coilover Springs: 2 included
- Lower Coilover Mount Assemblies: Left- and right-hand assemblies included
- Upper Coilover Mount Assemblies: 2 included
- Frame Rail Weld Nut Doubler Plates: 4 included
- Coilover Installation Kit: Included
- Coilover Hardware Kit: Included
- Spanner Tool: Included
- Installation: Minor drilling of the frame rails required
Features
- Engineered for 1979-1993 Ford Mustang and 1979-1986 Mercury Capri Fox Body applications
- Replaces the factory rear coil spring and shock arrangement with a modern coilover suspension system
- Relocates the springs and shocks to the frame rails for maximum strength and improved clearance
- Double-adjustable shocks provide independent low-speed and high-speed adjustment
- Broad adjustment range allows suspension response to be tailored to the driver and performance level of the vehicle
- Detroit Tuned coilover package is engineered for modern handling, ride quality, and ride-height adjustment
- Extensive ride-height adjustability provides additional control over vehicle stance and suspension setup
- Provides additional wheel and tire clearance for performance-oriented Fox Body builds
- Designed to provide clearance for custom exhaust up to 3 inches, depending on tire width, Mini-Tub width, and fuel tank configuration
- Works well as a foundation for a future Detroit Speed Mini-Tub installation
- Laser-cut mounting brackets are compatible with original frames and axles
- Powder-coated axle brackets are included to complete the conversion
- Includes coilover shocks, springs, upper mounts, lower mounts, installation components, hardware, and spanner tool
- Ideal for performance street, pro-touring, autocross, road course, and track-focused Fox Body builds
Fitment
- 1979 Ford Mustang
- 1979 Mercury Capri
- 1980 Ford Mustang
- 1980 Mercury Capri
- 1981 Ford Mustang
- 1981 Mercury Capri
- 1982 Ford Mustang
- 1982 Mercury Capri
- 1983 Ford Mustang
- 1983 Mercury Capri
- 1984 Ford Mustang
- 1984 Mercury Capri
- 1985 Ford Mustang
- 1985 Mercury Capri
- 1986 Ford Mustang
- 1986 Mercury Capri
- 1987 Ford Mustang
- 1988 Ford Mustang
- 1989 Ford Mustang
- 1990 Ford Mustang
- 1991 Ford Mustang
- 1992 Ford Mustang
- 1993 Ford Mustang
Fitment Note: Detroit Speed 042442-DDS is designed for 1979-1993 Ford Mustang and 1979-1986 Mercury Capri applications with the stock rear axle. Installation requires minor drilling into the frame rails. If the exhaust routes around the rear axle, modification may be required for clearance around the coilover system. Fuel tank modification may also be required depending on tire width and Mini-Tub configuration.
FAQs
What adjustments does Detroit Speed 042442-DDS provide?
The double-adjustable shocks provide independent low-speed and high-speed adjustment with a broad tuning range, allowing the rear suspension to be tailored to the vehicle setup, driver preference, and intended performance use.
Does Detroit Speed 042442-DDS improve wheel and tire clearance?
Yes. The conversion removes the springs from the lower control arms and relocates the springs and shocks to the frame rails. This arrangement provides additional clearance for performance wheel and tire combinations and works well with Detroit Speed Mini-Tubs.
Does Detroit Speed 042442-DDS require fabrication?
The kit is designed as a bolt-on coilover conversion, but Detroit Speed's installation instructions specify that minor drilling into the frame rails is required. Exhaust modification may also be necessary depending on the existing exhaust routing.
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. A Fox Body suspension works best when the shocks, springs, chassis components, wheel clearance, and intended use are considered as a complete package. Questions about Detroit Speed 042442-DDS or your Mustang or Capri suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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