grgallo

Opinions sought on sport exhaust for 2000 986 (not an S).
a) which one to choose
b) any experience with FVD Bromabacher
c) FVD appears to have 2 versions, one called the "Brombacher" is this new

What are the issues with sports mufflers?

Thank you

clickman

Try the Search function. If nothing here, try at 986forum. Lots there.

Top Speed's cat back system seems popular.

Johnboy4444

+1 on the top speed system. Also can be found as a "Manzo" exhaust. Just put a header + cat back system on my 97 base model, it definitely made a difference in the upper RPMs where it seemed to lack in power before. I also put in a K&N drop in filter at the same time, but probably to little difference. I kept the stock catalytic in place for the back pressure to keep the lower RPM power up a bit and the O2 sensors happy (No CEL), the drivability is wonderful, and the sound is even sweeter, makes it sound like it has more than a 2.5! It also covers up that accessory whine. There is a slight drone at 60-70 MPH with top up/ windows up, but can be avoided pretty easily with some throttle play. Also any aftermarket will be WAY lighter than that boat anchor stock unit.
All in all, for the money, you can't beat it. If its extra power you're looking for, I'm convinced the best Hp/dollar out there.

Chuck W.

Porsche made an OEM Sport Exhaust (PSE) for the 986. They were pricey and the sound was not (IMHO) worth the money. To get some good sound out of it I added a pair of secondary cat delete pipes. They do have a unique look to them though.

John@Fabspeed

There really aren't many issues with the 986 muffler options IMO. You just have to make sure that you don't get one for the early car

Check out the Fabspeed Maxflo muffler, seems to have been a very popular option!

grgallo

thanks to all for replies, I'm likely to go with FVD Brombacher, keep the cat...

Fintro11

I went with top speed muffler / secondary cat delete it sounds great!

tominpa

I saw a used fab speed exhaust, is there an issue as long as it doesnt have too many miles/hours on it? The price point is just a little out of my range and the used one is quite a bit cheaper obviously

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