G-Sport Gen2 HO EPA Compliant Catalytic Converter - 3.000" Inlet/Outlet (50230)

Also available in: 2.500" Inlet/Outlet (50225) | Fabricator 6-Pack (650230)

EPA-COMPLIANT HIGH-FLOW PERFORMANCE FOR 2017 AND NEWER VEHICLES — G-SPORT GEN2 ADVANCED HO

The G-Sport Gen2 Advanced HO Catalytic Converter (50230) is the workhorse of the Gen2 line: a 3.000" inlet/outlet matched to the most common single-turbo and performance exhaust tubing size, rated up to 500hp per converter (per exhaust bank). It is built for late-model builds that need real flow while satisfying the tighter catalyst monitoring found on 2017 and newer vehicles.

The GEN2 Advanced series pairs GESi's proven S-Wound metallic substrate in a 400 CPSI cell count with their latest proprietary precious-metal coating, developed specifically for the advanced OBD monitoring strategies on late-model platforms. That combination keeps catalyst-efficiency readings where modern post-cat O2 sensors expect them, preventing catalyst-related check engine lights on 2017+ vehicles. Gen2 is also fully compatible with earlier model years, making it the safe choice when in doubt.

FEATURES

• 400 CPSI S-Wound metallic substrate — thinner cell walls than ceramic mean more open flow area per cell
• Proprietary GEN2 precious-metal wash coat engineered for 2017 and newer emissions monitoring
• Nickel-lined, furnace-brazed core with Double-Lock canning — the substrate cannot telescope or fail under boost
• 300 Series stainless steel construction inside and out
• Withstands exhaust temperature spikes up to 1,600°F
• EPA compliant — third-party lab tested (not CARB certified; not for use on emissions-controlled vehicles in California)

SPECIFICATIONS

• Inlet/Outlet: 3.000"
• Body Diameter: 4.000" OD
• Overall Length: 7.000" (±0.125")
• Cell Count: 400 CPSI
• HP Rating: up to 500hp per converter (per exhaust bank)
• Substrate: S-Wound metallic, furnace-brazed
• Material: 300 Series stainless steel
• EPA Compliant: Yes (not CARB certified)
• Weight: 3.12 lbs
• Connection: Welding Required

PERFORMANCE

In instrumented dyno testing with pressure probes upstream and downstream of the substrate, a properly sized G-Sport high-flow catalytic converter produced horsepower and torque curves identical to a straight pipe, with no measurable pressure drop across the core. Emissions reduction runs up to 99% for carbon monoxide, 98% for nitrogen oxides, and 95% for hydrocarbons.

APPLICATIONS & FITMENT

Choose the Gen2 HO for builds up to 500hp per exhaust bank running 3.000" tubing. Building past 500hp? The Gen2 UHO 3.000" (85230) keeps the same inlet/outlet size with a larger 4.500" body rated to 850hp. For 2016 and older vehicles, the Gen1 HO 3.000" (50032) offers the same construction with a higher-flow 300 CPSI core.

For the full selection guide, see Understanding the G-Sport Catalytic Converter Lineup and our G-Sport FAQ.

INSTALLATION NOTES

This is a weld-in converter for 3.000" exhaust tubing. For best catalyst light-off and CEL prevention, install it as close to the OEM converter location as practical — on custom systems, within 8"–24" of the turbo outlet or header collector. In dual-bank systems, run the same converter model on both banks; mixing generations or sizes between banks can cause uneven backpressure and inconsistent O2 readings. Full best practices, common mistakes, and a pre-flight checklist are in our G-Sport Installation Guidelines.

Not sure which generation or output tier your build needs? Email us at support@aceraceparts.com with your platform, power goal, and tubing size and we will point you to the right part.