Our pick of the BEST value VFII & Gen-F bi-modal exhaust systems
12th Mar 2020
The last generation Holden VFII's are fitted with what is considered to be one of the best sounding factory exhaust systems to be released from Holden.
Ever wondered HOW your exhaust makes that note?
This is thanks to a very simple, Yet innovative piece of engineering called the Baillie Tip.
The Baillee Tip is named after Holden engineer David Baillee who designed the mechanical sound enhancer that ensures you'll hear your V8 before you see it.
This invention consists of a unique opening in the exhaust that reverberates the throaty, deep growl back into the exhaust towards the cabin which increases the overall sound level up to 10%.
The VFII is the most powerful Commodore to ever be released & the engineers at Holden undertook a great deal of work to ensure that the VFII has the sound to back up its performance.
The bi-modal exhaust is activated using a button on VFII’s eight-inch colour touch-screen and intelligently detects driver input to create a distinct and unmistakable engine symphony.
Upgrading to a 3" system without losing the bi-modal & mechanical sound enhancer feature
One of our most frequently asked questions for the VFII would have to be "I want to upgrade my exhaust BUT I want to keep the bi-modal feature".
LSX Performance Parts has an option for you!
With the innovation & engineering brilliance of the VFII's exhaust system in mind, We look to source a great system that will work with upgrades such as intake, camshaft, cylinder head & even boost.
Upgrading to an aftermarket performance headers, cats & middle muffler over your standard restrictive stock exhaust will allow your engine to breathe & flow to its optimum.
You will pick up significant horsepower when paired with your new upgrades & dyno tuned.
Lets take a look at our top 3 picks of exhaust upgrade for the VFII:
1. Harrop Pro Extreme Series Exhaust System
The Harrop Pro Extreme series is our pick of the bunch in terms of horsepower & quality!
The team at Harrop have done an excellent job ensuring only the highest quality 409 grade stainless steel will be fitted up to your vehicle.
This system is a complete engine back exhaust that includes e-valve mount type bi-modals fitted to your new 3" stainless steel rear mufflers, So there is NO need for cutting up your standard mufflers & welding the valves into your new exhaust!
The Harrop Pro Extreme includes:
- 1" 7/8 4 into 1 Long Tube Headers
- 3" 200 Cell High Flow Cats
- 3" Middle Muffler - 'X' Pipe design to ensure a clean, straight through design & NO drone
- 3" bi-modal rear mufflers including e-valves
- 4 x carbon fibre exhaust tips
- All hardware, Fasteners & Gaskets
- Retains ALL functionality through your infotainment touch screen
- Optional O2 sensors can be purchased if required
- Optional ceramic coating available on the headers
Check out the product in full detail here:
http://www.lsxperformanceparts.com.au/harrop-pro-extreme-series-full-3-exhaust-system-ve-vf-ii/
Price: $3,927.00
2. XForce VFII Bi-Modal Full 3" System with 1" 7/8 headers & 3" Cats
Part #: E2-VF83-BIM-KIT
The latest release XForce system is designed specifically for the VFII & Gen-F vehicles.
This system allows people to upgrade to an awesome value for money performance system without having to spend $4k +!
The team at XForce developed this system with a tuning partner on a stock HSV that was fitted with the new system, Dyno tuned & finally track tested.
This system picks up significant gains & maximises flow for low to mid end horsepower & the results exceeded their expectations.
The system is designed to replace your factory restrictive exhaust & bolts up to your existing rear mufflers for the perfect combination of exhaust upgrade & sound.
This system includes:
- 1" 7/8 Tuned Length Headers
- 4 into 1 design
- 201 grade stainless steel headers & cats
- Twin 3" 100 Cell High Flow Cats
- 3" XForce Raw 409 grade stainless steel middle muffler
- Rear connecting pipes to fit to the factory ball flare flange bi-modal system rear mufflers
- All hardware, fasteners & gaskets
- Retains ALL functionality through your infotainment touch screen
Check out the product in full detail here:
http://www.lsxperformanceparts.com.au/xforce-vf-bi-modal-full-3-system-1-7-8-header-cat-kit/
Price: $2,600.00
3. XForce VFII Bi-Modal Full 3" System with 1" 3/4 headers & 3" Cats
Part #: E2-VF82-BIM-KIT
This system is the exact same features & quality as mentioned above, However this is to suit vehicles that do not plan on having much performance work done, So this system includes 1" 3/4 4 into 1 headers rather than the 1" 7/8 headers.
This system includes:
- 1" 3/4 Tuned Length Headers
- 4 into 1 design
- 201 grade stainless steel headers & cats
- Twin 3" 100 Cell High Flow Cats
- 3" XForce Raw 409 grade stainless steel middle muffler
- Rear connecting pipes to fit to the factory ball flare flange bi-modal system rear mufflers
- All hardware, fasteners & gaskets
- Retains ALL functionality through your infotainment touch screen
Check out the product in full detail here:
http://www.lsxperformanceparts.com.au/xforce-vf-bi-modal-full-3-system-1-3-4-header-cat-kit/
Price: $2,155.00
So there you have it! LSX Performance Parts pick of the best value VFII & Gen-F bi-modal exhaust systems.