DSE Rear Speed Kit 2 - 2-3/4 Inch Axle Tubes (043110DS) - 1978-1988 GM G-Body
Take the rear suspension of your GM G-Body beyond a basic spring-and-shock upgrade with the Detroit Speed Rear Speed Kit 2. Part number 043110DS is engineered for 1978-1988 GM G-Body applications with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagons. Detroit Speed designed this integrated rear suspension package to maintain optimum suspension geometry and tire contact throughout rear suspension travel, helping give your G-Body the controlled, predictable handling expected from a properly engineered performance suspension system.
At the heart of 043110DS are Detroit Speed's patented Swivel-Link rear links. Unlike a conventional suspension joint that can introduce unwanted bind, the Swivel-Link design allows the rear suspension to articulate without relying on noisy spherical rod ends. The links also make pinion-angle and wheelbase adjustments possible without removing the link from the vehicle, providing useful setup flexibility while helping improve traction and reduce driveline vibration. Detroit Speed combines the rear-link system with non-adjustable shocks and 125 pounds per inch springs with a 12 inch free length for a complete performance-focused rear suspension upgrade.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Part Number: 043110DS
- Product Type: Rear Speed Kit
- Speed Kit Level: Speed Kit 2
- Position: Rear
- Application: 1978-1988 GM G-Body
- Axle Tube Diameter: 2-3/4 inches
- Shock Type: Non-adjustable
- Spring Rate: 125 pounds per inch
- Spring Free Length: 12 inches
- Rear Link Design: Patented Swivel-Link system
- Pinion Angle: Adjustable
- Wheelbase: Adjustable through Swivel-Link rear links
- Wagon Compatibility: Not compatible
Features
- Complete Rear Speed Kit 2 engineered for 1978-1988 GM G-Body applications
- Designed specifically for rear axles with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes
- Engineered to maintain optimum suspension geometry and tire contact throughout rear suspension travel
- Patented Detroit Speed Swivel-Link rear-link technology allows smooth suspension articulation
- Swivel-Link design eliminates suspension bind without relying on noisy spherical rod ends
- Allows easy rear pinion-angle adjustment to help improve traction and driveline alignment
- Pinion angle can be adjusted without unbolting the rear link from the vehicle
- Wheelbase can also be adjusted without removing the link from the vehicle
- Proper pinion-angle adjustment can help reduce driveline vibration
- Non-adjustable rear shocks provide a straightforward performance suspension setup
- 125 pounds per inch rear spring rate
- 12 inch spring free length
- Designed as an integrated suspension package rather than a collection of unrelated components
- Ideal for performance street, pro-touring, autocross, and handling-focused GM G-Body builds
Fitment
- 1978 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1979 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1980 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1981 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1982 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1983 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1984 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1985 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1986 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1987 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
- 1988 GM G-Body with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes, excluding wagon
Fitment Note: Detroit Speed 043110DS is specifically designed for 1978-1988 GM G-Body applications using 2-3/4 inch axle tubes. Wagon applications are excluded. Verify rear axle tube diameter before ordering.
FAQs
What axle does Detroit Speed 043110DS fit?
Detroit Speed specifies 043110DS for 1978-1988 GM G-Body applications equipped with 2-3/4 inch axle tubes. Because axle configurations can change over the life of an older vehicle, verify the actual axle tube diameter before ordering.
What does the Detroit Speed Swivel-Link system do?
The patented Swivel-Link rear links allow the suspension to articulate without the binding associated with less sophisticated link arrangements and without using noisy spherical rod ends. They also allow pinion angle and wheelbase adjustments without removing the link from the vehicle.
Does Detroit Speed 043110DS fit G-Body wagons?
No. Detroit Speed specifically excludes wagon applications from the fitment for part number 043110DS.
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. Matching the correct Speed Kit to your G-Body's rear axle and performance goals is critical to building a suspension that works together as a complete system. Questions about Detroit Speed 043110DS or your GM G-Body suspension setup? Email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223.
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