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2 HSV Exhaust Systems General
Information
The development of unique HSV Exhaust Systems has been necessitated by, and conducted in parallel with, the
development of engines and transmissions. A range of exhaust systems has been developed to satisfy the demands for
specific applications. Each development has been designed to operate with a specific engine and has been proven by
extensive testing.
For Avalanche AWD the exhaust has been developed with different levels of refinement in mind. The standard 270kW
“sports” system has been developed to produce a sports oriented note, that still meets legal requirements. The design of
the sports rear muffler is similar to the straight through, low backpressure design used on GTS, although it has been
retuned to provide differentiation in the exhaust notes.
Although HSV and Holden exhaust systems are different, the general principles are the same. Service notes specified in
relevant Holden Service Information Supplements provide useful information. Particularly, the relationship between
exhaust components and the clearances between exhaust components and the vehicle body are important. Information
on the relationship of HSV components, torque settings and clearances between exhaust components and the body of
the vehicle is presented in this section.
2.1 Avalanche AWD
General Description
HSV Avalanche has a specific exhaust system, that is not inter-changeable with other HSV models.
The exhaust system consists of HSV designed Dual Stainless Steel Headers (41 mm primaries and 63 mm secondaries),
unique catalytic convertors and HSV Intermediate and Rear mufflers.
The tailpipe is fitted with HSV ‘High Flow’ twin exit stainless steel tips.
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