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Atlas · 03-05-2011, 05:43 PM

I've been wanting to do this mod ever since I drove the car off the lot. I absolutely hate the stock tips on the LLT. I've searched around but could never really find any details on replacing the stock tips. Admittedly, it's not a very popular mod. That being said, it turned out being exactly what I wanted. After considering an axle-back, and Borla mufflers, I couldn't convince myself either was what I wanted. I've owned three import cars before the Camaro. A 1982 rear wheel drive Celica, with a pacesetter system. The infamous Mk.III Turbo Supra with it's ability to blow a headgasket in a single bound. An 00' Toyota MR-2 Spyder where the intake is literally behind the driver's head. Equipped with an Apex WS2, full Injen CAI, MWR massaged head and MWR motor mounts, my ears would split under hard acceleration. So when it came to the V6 Camaro, I wasn't sure if I wanted to go down that same route and end up hating it in the long run. But one thing was for sure, the stock tips had to die.

I went through several muffler guys until I found someone who actually knew what they were doing, and they were damn good at it too. I fingered through their catalog and various online sites until I found the set of tips I was looking for. They weren't any of the big brand boys that like to stamp their name on everything. God knows I wouldn't put Magnaflow tips on an LLT suitcase. Below is the Part number and product description for those that likey.

Different Trends
Double Wall Angle Tip
DT-2501
ID: 2.50"
OD: 4.00"
OL: 5.25"

Installation wasn't as simple as sawzall and weld. The diffuser gets in the way big time. You could remove the diffuser entirely, but you'll need to keep mocking it back up during the installation process to make sure your tips are centered and whatnot. What I did is simple, albeit somewhat spartan. Remove all the 7mm self tappers from under the diffuser. There are tabs at the lateral ends of the diffuser, these tabs are the easiest to pull out. Once you've done that, you can manipulate the diffuser (pull away from the car...firmly but carefully as not to frack any of the other tabs) and this should be enough room to get a sawzall and mig welder in there.

Anyway, enough talk. Pics.

This is how it should have come from the factory. I plan to hit those silver bags with some flat black high temp so it doesn't look like I'm smuggling the good stuff in from Jalisco.

Questions, comments, criticisms...Go!

-One more thing. All the work was done by myself and Gary's Muffler in Fresno CA. Gotta plug that father and son team. They have attention to detail, no half ass-ery. Good people.

J.L.TYCHE · 03-05-2011, 07:15 PM

I like it,looks much better !! good idea

bmorecam · 03-05-2011, 07:17 PM

so u had to weld them on? there are tips u can use without having to cut or weld.

BackinBlackSS/RS · 03-05-2011, 07:18 PM

HEY!! That looks REALLY good!!!

Nice job!

PoorMansCamaro · 03-05-2011, 07:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmorecam

so u had to weld them on? there are tips u can use without having to cut or weld.

What? How do u expect to get the old tips off? The stock system is all one piece....

AUS10BMX · 03-05-2011, 07:33 PM

Finally someone did this!

That looks awesome. I too was on the fence about a exhaust, and at the moment Im looking for one, but I really just want nicer looking tips. I posted a thread a while back asking if anyone had done this, but I don't think people understood cause everyone hates the exhaust, haha.

Im gonna go for this. Paint those cans for sure, I did mine semi-gloss and it looks 100x better!

I think these are it... http://dtexhaust.com/product_info.ph...fd02f5ccb9ecf1
They are free also...

bmorecam · 03-05-2011, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PoorMansCamaro

What? How do u expect to get the old tips off? The stock system is all one piece....

they slide over the stock tip. Theres plenty of room around the tip in the valance. I will try to find the link for you.

bmorecam · 03-05-2011, 08:08 PM

go on ebay and type in item number 320661518456 no welding, drilling, or cutting. Only 64 bucks too. cadillacperformance.net actually sell them. Much easier than having to pay to cut and weld. u will b surprised at what u can find on ebay for camaro these days

PoorMansCamaro · 03-05-2011, 08:14 PM

Lol, wow

Atlas · 03-05-2011, 08:26 PM

Thanks all! So far this has been my favorite mod. Well, maybe until my AAC sidemarkers get here

If I do decide to replace the stock cans my muffler guy said he can reuse the tips no problem.

Quote:

Originally Posted by AUS10BMX

Finally someone did this!

I think these are it... http://dtexhaust.com/product_info.ph...fd02f5ccb9ecf1
They are free also...

Those are the ones! Unfortunately, Different Trends only distributes wholesale. You should be able to go down to any muffler shop and order a set as they all should have the same distribution network

I went out and bought a can of High Temp semigloss like you recommended. Should hide the mufflers real nice like.

bmorecam, I saw those quite a bit ago but didn't really go for the look. They're still a good idea for those wanting to replace their stock tip for something with a little more providence. I chose to weld mine as I wanted it to look as factory as possible

bmorecam · 03-05-2011, 08:37 PM

no doubt ur tips look better but I guess is a choice of one easy slip on or muffler shop with many choice of tips. At the end it probably wont matter to me since I might just go with aftermarket exhaust but I am still deciding. Louder and deeper rumble might b good at first but it get annoying after awhile. At least for me.

AUS10BMX · 03-05-2011, 11:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atlas

Those are the ones! Unfortunately, Different Trends only distributes wholesale. You should be able to go down to any muffler shop and order a set as they all should have the same distribution network

I went out and bought a can of High Temp semigloss like you recommended. Should hide the mufflers real nice like.

Yeah hopefully I can find these... they have the best look I've seen. I wanna do this soon at my shop. Being a welder helps, haha.

03-05-2011, 05:43 PM	#1
Atlas Would you kindly... Drives: Destitute Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Clovis CA Posts: 748	V6 Mufflers. Stock cans, trick tips. I've been wanting to do this mod ever since I drove the car off the lot. I absolutely hate the stock tips on the LLT. I've searched around but could never really find any details on replacing the stock tips. Admittedly, it's not a very popular mod. That being said, it turned out being exactly what I wanted. After considering an axle-back, and Borla mufflers, I couldn't convince myself either was what I wanted. I've owned three import cars before the Camaro. A 1982 rear wheel drive Celica, with a pacesetter system. The infamous Mk.III Turbo Supra with it's ability to blow a headgasket in a single bound. An 00' Toyota MR-2 Spyder where the intake is literally behind the driver's head. Equipped with an Apex WS2, full Injen CAI, MWR massaged head and MWR motor mounts, my ears would split under hard acceleration. So when it came to the V6 Camaro, I wasn't sure if I wanted to go down that same route and end up hating it in the long run. But one thing was for sure, the stock tips had to die. I went through several muffler guys until I found someone who actually knew what they were doing, and they were damn good at it too. I fingered through their catalog and various online sites until I found the set of tips I was looking for. They weren't any of the big brand boys that like to stamp their name on everything. God knows I wouldn't put Magnaflow tips on an LLT suitcase. Below is the Part number and product description for those that likey. Different Trends Double Wall Angle Tip DT-2501 ID: 2.50" OD: 4.00" OL: 5.25" Installation wasn't as simple as sawzall and weld. The diffuser gets in the way big time. You could remove the diffuser entirely, but you'll need to keep mocking it back up during the installation process to make sure your tips are centered and whatnot. What I did is simple, albeit somewhat spartan. Remove all the 7mm self tappers from under the diffuser. There are tabs at the lateral ends of the diffuser, these tabs are the easiest to pull out. Once you've done that, you can manipulate the diffuser (pull away from the car...firmly but carefully as not to frack any of the other tabs) and this should be enough room to get a sawzall and mig welder in there. Anyway, enough talk. Pics. This is how it should have come from the factory. I plan to hit those silver bags with some flat black high temp so it doesn't look like I'm smuggling the good stuff in from Jalisco. Questions, comments, criticisms...Go! -One more thing. All the work was done by myself and Gary's Muffler in Fresno CA. Gotta plug that father and son team. They have attention to detail, no half ass-ery. Good people. __________________

03-05-2011, 07:33 PM	#6
AUS10BMX Drives: 2010 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: G Posts: 1,257 View My Garage	Finally someone did this! That looks awesome. I too was on the fence about a exhaust, and at the moment Im looking for one, but I really just want nicer looking tips. I posted a thread a while back asking if anyone had done this, but I don't think people understood cause everyone hates the exhaust, haha. Im gonna go for this. Paint those cans for sure, I did mine semi-gloss and it looks 100x better! I think these are it... http://dtexhaust.com/product_info.ph...fd02f5ccb9ecf1 They are free also... Last edited by AUS10BMX; 03-05-2011 at 07:43 PM.

03-05-2011, 08:14 PM	#9
PoorMansCamaro Drives: Really Slow Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: PA Posts: 56,957	Lol, wow __________________

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03-05-2011, 07:15 PM	#2
J.L.TYCHE Tampa Gulf Coast Family Drives: 2011 Corvette Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: TAMPA FLA. Posts: 302 View My Garage	I like it,looks much better !! good idea

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bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	so u had to weld them on? there are tips u can use without having to cut or weld.

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03-05-2011, 08:08 PM	#8
bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	go on ebay and type in item number 320661518456 no welding, drilling, or cutting. Only 64 bucks too. cadillacperformance.net actually sell them. Much easier than having to pay to cut and weld. u will b surprised at what u can find on ebay for camaro these days

03-05-2011, 08:37 PM	#11
bmorecam Account Suspended Drives: jealous vendors mad!! HAHA!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: CYBERGMONSTER@GMAIL.COM Posts: 3,658 View My Garage	no doubt ur tips look better but I guess is a choice of one easy slip on or muffler shop with many choice of tips. At the end it probably wont matter to me since I might just go with aftermarket exhaust but I am still deciding. Louder and deeper rumble might b good at first but it get annoying after awhile. At least for me.