Detroit Speeds Hydroformed front subframe is a bolt-in replacement for the original stock subframe. It improves the handling and ride quality by utilizing DSEs unique suspension geometry. It is the Only subframe in the aftermarket industry with hydroformed frame rails.
The hydroformed frame rails feature strength and stiffness, precise quality and repeatability. Hydroforming preserves the steels strength and stiffness because it is performed at low temperatures, unlike traditional high temperature processes which decrease material strength.Details:
Assembled and Powdercoated Hydroformed Subframe - Single Adjustable Shocks - SBC/LS
Bolt-In Replacement For Original Stock Subframe
Improves Handling and Ride Quality
Factory Assembled Unit
Black Powdercoat Finish
SKU: 032014-S
Fits Vehicles:
1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro
1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird
Engine Fitment:
Small Block Chevrolet Engines Use DSE 060411
LS1|LS2|LS3|LS7 Engines Use DSE 060414
The Detroit Speed, Inc. Hydroformed Subframe Comes With The Following:
Hydroformed Framerails
Stamped Crossmembers
Tubular Upper and Lower Control Arms
DSE/JRI Coilover Shocks with Detroit Tuned valving
Torrington Bearings
Coilover Springs
Detroit Tuned Power Rack and Pinion Steering
Splined Anti-Roll Bar
Forged DSE Spindle
Spanner Tool for easy shock adjustments
Composite Anti-Roll bar bushings
Spring Rate: 550lbs/in
Spring Free Length: 8 Inches
Subframe Specifications:
Nominal Camber: -0.5 deg.
Nominal Caster: Plus 4.5 deg. (Adjustable to 5.5 deg.)
Total Suspension Travel: 6.0 Inches
Total Bumpsteer w/ 30 Inch Toe-Span: 0.084 Inch Over 6 Inches of Travel
Turning Angle (18 Inch x 10 Inch or 17 Inch x 9 Inch Wheels): 30.0 deg.
Ackerman Angle (18 Inch x 10 Inch or 17 Inch x 9 Inch Wheels): 2.5 deg.
Turning Angle (18 Inch x 9 Inch Wheels): 33.8 deg.
Ackerman Angle (18 Inch x 9 Inch Wheels): 3.5 deg.
Wheel Fitment:
17 x 8 Inch to 17 x 9 Inch Wheels
18 x 9 Inch to 18 x 10 Inch Wheels
19 x 9 Inch to 19 x 10 Inch Wheels
Comes With 5 x 4.75 Inch Wheel Bolt Pattern w/ M12 x 1.5 Studs
Up to a 10 inch wide wheel can be packaged without modification to the inner wheel wells. Both the main and secondary crossmembers are stamped for structural rigidity. SBC, BBC, LS1, LS2, and LS7 engines have been designed as a direct bolt-in into this subframe.
Our subframe has been designed, engineered, and developed for the road and track. This subframe blends the benefits of current OEM technology and aftermarket performance into one product!The subframe is available uncoated and unassembled for your SBC, BBC, or LSX engines. We also offer the subframe powdercoated satin black and assembled.Single Adjustable Shock:
Includes all features of base shock with Detroit Tuned valving plus installed rebound adjustment with the simple turn of a knob while providing excellent ride quality on the street.
Note:
Subframe must ship truck freight.
Must use at least 17 inch wheels that require a minimum inside wheel diameter of 16.250 inches.
For competition applications, the DSE rack and pinion fluid transfer conversion kit will replace the hardlines on your DSE rack and pinion using -4 AN steel fittings. The hoses are Teflon lined to handle the high pressure demands of the steering system and come with pre-crimped stainless steel fittings to attach to the -4 AN fittings.