{"product_id":"pacemaker-3-inch-cat-back-exhaust-holden-vt-v8-sedan","title":"Pacemaker 3\" Cat-Back Performance Exhaust System for Holden VT Series 1 5.0L V8 Sedan 1997–1999 - PP5050-51","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; color: #222222 !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003ePacemaker Heavy-Duty 3\" Performance Cat-Back Exhaust System for Holden VT Series 1 Sedan (5.0L V8) - PP5050-51\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eUnleash the ultimate deep Australian V8 rumble and unlock massive flow capacity from your iron-block powerplant with the Pacemaker Sport Systems heavy-duty 3\" performance cat-back exhaust solution. Specifically engineered to satisfy the high-volume exhaust scavenging demands and distinct low-frequency acoustics of the classic Holden 5.0L (304ci) V8 engine, this large-diameter 3-inch setup is precision-molded to clear the standard floor pan lines, chassis layout, and independent rear suspension geometry of the early VT Commodore platform. By replacing your stock, restrictive plumbing with a high-volume mandrel-bent performance construction downstream of the catalytic converters, it maximizes gas flow velocity to completely eliminate power-robbing backpressure under heavy acceleration. As Australia’s premium exhaust innovator, Pacemaker pairs this aggressive high-flow path with patented V-Tex technology and signature double-skinned mufflers to deliver a raw, thumping muscle car sound outside while actively engineering out harsh interior cabin boom or highway drone. \u003cem style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eNote: Fits Holden VT Series 1 Sedan models (1997–1999) equipped with the 5.0L Holden V8 engine configuration; does not fit Series 2 Gen III LS1 builds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003ePrecision-manufactured in Australia to deliver maximum flow efficiency, extreme structural longevity under high heat, and an uncompromised performance muscle note for the classic VT Commodore sedan platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eTrue 3\" Cat-Back Section:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete high-volume intermediate plumbing and rear muffler layout engineered to bolt up securely behind your factory or performance catalytic converters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003ePremium Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed completely from durable, heavy-gauge Exhaust Grade 409 Stainless Steel to ensure superior structural longevity under high thermal stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eMandrel Bent Tubing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rigid 3\" (76.2mm) pipe structure guarantees a smooth, uniform internal diameter through all bends to optimize gas velocity and maximize flow velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eV-Tex Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced internal anti-drone configuration filters out harsh, low-frequency cabin resonance typical of large-bore piping without restricting exhaust gas velocity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eSignature Mufflers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty double-skinned 409 Stainless Steel mufflers offer premium case protection, zero internal packing blowout under extreme load, and deep tonal control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eDirect Bolt-On Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered as a comprehensive, vehicle-specific full bolt-up kit that mounts directly onto existing factory rubber hanger positions—no custom fabrication required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable style=\"min-width: 1000px; width: 1000px; border-collapse: collapse; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ccolgroup\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 250px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 250px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 250px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 250px;\"\u003e\n            \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n            \u003cthead\u003e\n                \u003ctr style=\"background: #eeeeee !important; background-color: #eeeeee !important; border-bottom: 2px solid #333;\"\u003e\n                    \u003cth colspan=\"4\" style=\"padding: 12px 10px; text-align: left; background: #eeeeee !important; background-color: #eeeeee !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eProduct Specifications for PP5050-51\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/thead\u003e\n            \u003ctbody\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003ePacemaker Sport Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003ePart # \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003ePP5050-51\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eCat-Back Exhaust System\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003ePiping Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003e3\" (76.2mm) Mandrel-Bent System\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003e409 Grade Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eAcoustic Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eV-Tex Anti-Drone Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n                \u003ctr\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003e5.0L V8 Holden Iron-Block (304ci)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #f7f7f7 !important; background-color: #f7f7f7 !important; color: #222222 !important; font-weight: bold; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eBody Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n                    \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc;\"\u003eSedan Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eImportant Fitment Notes:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSpecifically engineered to fit Holden VT Series 1 Sedan platforms powered by the original Australian 5.0L V8 iron-block engine configuration (1997–1999).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries Specific Engine Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product only fits the early Series 1 production run featuring the traditional Holden V8. It will not fit VT Series 2 or subsequent platforms equipped with the 5.7L Chevrolet Gen III LS1 aluminum V8 block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSedan Specific Chassis Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e This large-bore 3-inch configuration features tailor-formed pipe lengths, specific bend profiles, and bracket placements designed precisely to mount cleanly under the standard sedan floor pan contours. It will not adapt correctly to Station Wagon or Utility (Ute) models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFull kit scope: Comprehensive high-flow cat-back line including performance intermediate plumbing sections and a signature double-skinned 3\" rear muffler assembly for total tone control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eDirect bolt-on design reuses your vehicle's factory rubber hanger positions and standard catalytic converter paths. No custom fabrication required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eProfessional automotive performance technician installation is highly recommended to guarantee ideal ground clearance, strict chassis alignment, and leak-free seals under the floor pan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222 !important;\"\u003eVehicle Applications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable style=\"min-width: 1600px; width: 1600px; border-collapse: collapse; table-layout: fixed; background: #ffffff !important; background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #222222 !important; border: 1px solid #cccccc; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n            \u003ccolgroup\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 90px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 130px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 110px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 110px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 300px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 240px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 260px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 250px;\"\u003e\n                \u003ccol style=\"width: 110px;\"\u003e\n            \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n            \u003cthead\u003e\n                \u003ctr style=\"background: #eeeeee !important; 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