Removing muffler on CL77 Exaust

[DJM]

Does that mean that you destroyed the muffler to get it off the pipe?

I know they are ugly things but that seems a bit harsh.

I wasn't aware that doing that the remaining pipes would be the same lengths as the original, pre muffler type.

Are the sections of pipe that were inside the muffler chrome plated or did you need to get the
pipes re-plated after you remover the muffler?

Still sounds like a good solution if you want to get rid of the muffler.

Originality aside, does anyone actually like the muffler?

[rideordie]

yeah I'm going to try avoiding cutting the muffler but there definitely is a seam in between the original pipe and muffler to cut it at. I think I'm going to try heating it up first and seeing if I can get it off.

And no, those mufflers are so gross haha. Although this set of exhaust was appealing because I can easily make the money back on what I paid just by selling the heat shields and muffler on ebay...well, if I dont have to cut it off that is :/

[mike in idaho]

Does that mean that you destroyed the muffler to get it off the pipe?

I know they are ugly things but that seems a bit harsh.

I wasn't aware that doing that the remaining pipes would be the same lengths as the original, pre muffler type.

Are the sections of pipe that were inside the muffler chrome plated or did you need to get the
pipes re-plated after you remover the muffler?

Still sounds like a good solution if you want to get rid of the muffler.

Originality aside, does anyone actually like the muffler?

I didn't destroy the muffler, just cut it neatly by the weld bead. It could be re-attached later by re-welding the joint with a slightly bigger bead. If I ever put it back on I will probably fabricate a slip joint,like the lower pipe weld it to the muffler and have it re-chromed. I've owned five 305 scramblers over the years(still have one), never noticed much power difference with or without the muffler. It sure does make a fine noise without it.