Optional 986 Exhaust Tip

[Mutha66]

Everyone,

I've scoured the internet to see if the optional stainless exhaust tip on a base '98 B(placed over the standard exhaust tip) is removable, but no luck. I have removed the two bolts on either side of the exhaust tip. however, it won't budge. Is the optional tip spot welded on to the standard tip, or am I just missing something another attachment point?

Thanks

[Burg Boxster]

Pictures would help confirm exact tip you're inquiring about (just to be safe) but yes optional 2.5L exhaust tip did just slide over OEM muffler tip. It secured w one Allen screw each side as I recall.

That said, someone may have tacked yours on but you should be able to readily see the dirt dauber's work. AFTER squirting copious amounts of [fka PB] Blaster or Kroil penetrating oil between std and optional tip for a couple of days, try a rubber mallet to jar it loose side to side.

Good luck

[Mutha66]

Thanks Burg Boxster. I have removed the Allen bolts as you described, but hadn't sprayed anything on the mating surface. I'll give it a shot and provide an update.

[Mutha66]

You were correct Burg Boxster, it only required a little liquid motivation and the 3 pounds of dead weight is now gone! Thanks