{"product_id":"soul-performance-c8-zr1-sport-catalytic-converters","title":"Soul Performance C8 ZR1 Sport Catalytic Converters","description":"\u003cp\u003eChevy continues the horsepower arms race by adding two turbos to their already potent C8 Corvette along with massive, restrictive catalytic converters to satisfy emissions regulations. Replacing the catalytic converters with higher flowing units offers greater forced induction sound than a catback with additional exhaust volume that isn’t overbearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-44295\" src=\"http:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-OEM-Comparison-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-OEM-Comparison-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-OEM-Comparison-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-OEM-Comparison-225x150.jpg 225w, 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1024px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eDYNO PROVEN POWER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe massive increase in efficiency from the SOUL downpipes results in \u003cb\u003ebetter response under all conditions and a noticeably harder pul\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003el throughout the power curve\u003c\/b\u003e. Independent dyo testing at Vollux Autowerks on our development car revealed \u003cstrong\u003emax gains of over 87 whp and 106 ft-lbs of torque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat 4,280 RPMs and peak gains of roughly 6 whp and 14 ft-lbs of torque with factory hardware and 93 octane gas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-44301\" src=\"http:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-1024x523.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-1024x523.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-768x392.jpg 768w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-510x260.jpg 510w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart-64x33.jpg 64w, https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Dyno-Chart.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSATISFYING SOUND\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the factory ZR1 sounds mostly like it’s “aggressively moving a large volume of air” instead of roaring, the SOUL cats offer slightly more turbo sound and a mild increase in overall exhaust volume without being overbearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHAND-CRAFTED CONSTRUCTION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMandrel bent, durable .065″” T304L stainless steel tubing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium SOUL designed 300 cell catalytic converter with custom specced precious metal catalyst coating and triple metal matrix core\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack purged TIG welding (with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/2019\/12\/13\/tech-talk-airgas-arcal-prime\/\"\u003eARCAL™ Prime argon gas\u003c\/a\u003e) ensures proper weld penetration for exceptional strength and longevity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater jet cut brackets are made to ISO 9001:2015 standards with ultra-tight tolerances of +\/- 0.003 inches for extreme precision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabricated using thick-gauge aluminum fixtures that act as a heat sink during the welding process to prevent any warpage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-applied heat shielding prevents radiant heat from shedding into the engine bay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/SOUL-Cat-1024x911.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"557\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBOLT-ON AND GO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach set of ZR1 catalytic converters undergo rigorous quality control and is fixture-tested to guarantee precise fitment. After passing QC, each component is foam-packed to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. New gaskets and hardware are included for a seamless installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBACKED BY LIFETIME WARRANTY\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy your SOUL exhaust components with confidence on both the street and track as they are covered by our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soulpp.com\/warranty\/\"\u003eLifetime Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e! Our team will quickly work with you to resolve any issues or answer any questions that you may have.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soul Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52492903547167,"sku":"CHEV.C8.ZR1.SCC","price":6895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/3082\/7039\/files\/Soul-Performance-Products-Chevy-Corvette-C8-ZR1-Sport-Catalytic-Converters-Product-2.webp?v=1777384113","url":"https:\/\/paragonperf.com\/products\/soul-performance-c8-zr1-sport-catalytic-converters","provider":"Paragon Performance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}