Well, it's kinda just to have everything work out right, no hassles. If I get a shop to do it, I'll probably want some welded on tips, cause I don't like the factory ones too much. I'm kinda glad you suggested that because I've really always wanted an O/R X-pipe and some Spintech mufflers.
Does anyone have any pics of 96-98 GTs with welded on tips? Is it easy to see the part where the tip is attached?