{"product_id":"catalytic-converter-for-oldsmobile-bravada-1996-1999-4-3l","title":"Catalytic Converter for Oldsmobile Bravada (1996-1999) 4.3L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit EPA-Compliant Catalytic Converter for 1996-1999 Oldsmobile Bravada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the degraded or clogged factory catalytic converter to eliminate P0420\/P0430 diagnostic trouble codes and restore proper exhaust scavenging on Federal-emissions vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Bravada Exhaust Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver decades of severe thermal cycling, the original ceramic wash-coat on the GMT330 platform's catalytic converter degrades, suffering from carbon poisoning, substrate meltdown, or structural fracturing. In the Vortec 4300 V6, a restricted exhaust stream creates excessive thermal backpressure in the exhaust manifolds, reducing volumetric efficiency, sapping mid-range torque, and triggering persistent malfunction indicator lamps (MIL).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement unit features a corrosion-resistant 409 stainless steel outer casing paired with a heavy-duty ceramic honeycomb substrate loaded with an optimized noble metal wash-coat for efficient hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, and NOx reduction. Computer-controlled mandrel-bent piping maintains uniform internal cross-sectional diameter to minimize turbulence, while precision laser-cut OE-style flanges allow direct bolt-on installation without custom welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1996-1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (4.3L V6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eVortec 4300 (L35) \/ GMT330\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e190 hp \/ 250 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e14520, 14515, 079-5109, 1AME642514\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1996 Oldsmobile Bravada Base 4.3L V6 (Federal Emissions Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997 Oldsmobile Bravada Base 4.3L V6 (Federal Emissions Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998 Oldsmobile Bravada Base 4.3L V6 (Federal Emissions Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1999 Oldsmobile Bravada Base 4.3L V6 (Federal Emissions Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Oldsmobile All-Weather Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle the demanding torque loads and sustained towing duties of the SmartTrak AWD drivetrain, this exhaust assembly delivers long-term durability and factory-spec backpressure balance for consistent powertrain reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50464311378168,"sku":"DS-ELPXAYZR5","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/catalytic-converter-for-oldsmobile-bravada-1996-1999-4-3l-1.jpg?v=1788879024","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/catalytic-converter-for-oldsmobile-bravada-1996-1999-4-3l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}