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Porsche 997.2 Carrera / Carrera S / Carrera 4 / Carrera 4S / Targa / GTS SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers
Product Description
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are designed for Porsche 997.2 Carrera owners seeking maximum exhaust flow, reduced weight, sharper engine response, and a substantially more aggressive naturally aspirated flat-six exhaust character.
The factory 997.2 exhaust manifolds must package the primary runners, collectors, and catalytic converters into a relatively compact assembly. SOUL replaces the complete factory header and catalyst assemblies with a purpose-built long-tube system featuring smoother transitions, large-radius primary tubing, port-matched flanges, and performance-oriented collectors.
Longer primary runners and optimized collector geometry provide a freer exhaust path from the cylinder heads into the downstream exhaust system. By completely eliminating the factory catalytic converters, the Competition Headers provide SOUL's least restrictive header configuration for the 997.2 Carrera platform.
The factory header assemblies weigh approximately 25.7 lbs, while the SOUL Competition Headers weigh approximately 18.45 lbs, saving approximately 7.25 lbs / 3.2 kg.
For owners building a performance-focused street or track 997.2, the SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers provide a substantial upgrade in flow, response, sound, and weight reduction.
FITMENT:
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera S Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4 Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4S Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Targa 4
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Targa 4S
Fits 2011–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera GTS Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2011–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4 GTS Coupe and Cabriolet
Compatible with the 3.6L DFI naturally aspirated flat-six used in Carrera, Carrera 4, and Targa 4 models
Compatible with the 3.8L DFI naturally aspirated flat-six used in Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Targa 4S, Carrera GTS, and Carrera 4 GTS models
Compatible with vehicles equipped with the standard exhaust or factory Porsche Sport Exhaust (PSE)
Does not fit 997.2 Turbo, Turbo S, GT2 RS, GT3, or GT3 RS models
DETAILS:
Complete long-tube competition header system
Completely eliminates the factory catalytic converters
Designed to reduce exhaust restriction and improve exhaust flow
Long primary runners help optimize exhaust-gas flow into the collectors
Performance-oriented collectors provide a smooth transition from the individual primary runners
Port-matched flanges improve the transition from the cylinder-head exhaust ports into the primary tubing
Smooth-radius mandrel bends eliminate restrictive flattened sections found in the factory exhaust path
Designed to improve engine response, exhaust flow, and performance potential
Substantially increases naturally aspirated flat-six exhaust character
SOUL headers weigh approximately 18.45 lbs / 8.4 kg
Factory components weigh approximately 25.7 lbs / 11.7 kg
Saves approximately 7.25 lbs / 3.2 kg
Constructed from T304L stainless steel
Direct bolt-on installation
Precision-fabricated flanges and collectors
Each set is rigorously quality-checked before shipment
Each set is fixture-tested to help ensure accurate fitment
Installation hardware included
Backed by SOUL Performance Products' Lifetime Warranty for street and track use
LONG-TUBE HEADER DESIGN:
The factory 997.2 Carrera exhaust manifolds must package the primary runners, collectors, and catalytic converters within a relatively confined space.
SOUL's Competition Headers remove those packaging constraints by eliminating the factory catalysts and replacing the original manifolds with a dedicated long-tube architecture.
The individual primary runners use smooth-radius bends before transitioning into performance-oriented collectors. This provides a more direct and less restrictive path between the cylinder heads and downstream exhaust system.
On a naturally aspirated engine, primary-runner length, diameter, and collector geometry all influence the way exhaust pulses travel through the system. SOUL developed the Competition Headers around these principles rather than simply increasing pipe diameter.
SOUND CHARACTER:
Removing the factory catalytic converters and replacing the original manifolds with long-tube headers creates a substantial change in exhaust character.
Expect:
Increased overall exhaust volume
Greater mechanical flat-six presence
Sharper response to throttle inputs
Stronger high-RPM exhaust character
A more aggressive naturally aspirated tone
Significantly greater volume when combined with additional aftermarket exhaust components
The final sound level depends heavily on the remainder of the exhaust system.
A vehicle retaining factory side mufflers will remain considerably more restrained than a car combining these headers with SOUL Sport Side Mufflers, a Center Muffler Bypass, or a Valved Exhaust System.
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT:
Because the SOUL Competition Headers completely remove the factory catalytic converters, catalyst-efficiency-related fault codes and a check engine light are possible.
SOUL offers optional O2 sensor spacers intended to reduce the likelihood of catalyst-related fault codes.
O2 sensor spacers should not be considered a guarantee against a check engine light.
Vehicles configured for track use may also use an appropriate ECU calibration to address catalyst-monitoring functions and optimize the engine calibration for the freer-flowing exhaust system.
O2 SPACER OPTION:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are available with or without O2 sensor spacers.
No O2 Spacers
Recommended for vehicles using an appropriate ECU calibration or for owners who plan to address catalyst-related diagnostics separately.
Add O2 Spacers
Adds SOUL O2 sensor spacers intended to reduce the likelihood of catalyst-efficiency fault codes after removal of the factory catalytic converters.
The O2 spacer option adds $120.00.
GTS COMPATIBILITY:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are compatible with the 997.2 Carrera GTS and Carrera 4 GTS.
The GTS models were equipped with Porsche Sport Exhaust from the factory, but the PSE valves are located within the downstream rear exhaust system.
Because the Competition Headers replace the upstream header and catalytic-converter assemblies, the factory PSE side mufflers and exhaust-valve functionality can remain in place.
This allows GTS owners to substantially increase exhaust flow and sound while retaining the factory ability to control the rear exhaust valves.
EMISSIONS / USE NOTE:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers completely remove the factory catalytic converters.
This product is intended for off-road / competition use only where required by applicable emissions regulations.
The system is not CARB certified and may not be legal for use on emissions-controlled vehicles.
Customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations before installation or use.
Product Description
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are designed for Porsche 997.2 Carrera owners seeking maximum exhaust flow, reduced weight, sharper engine response, and a substantially more aggressive naturally aspirated flat-six exhaust character.
The factory 997.2 exhaust manifolds must package the primary runners, collectors, and catalytic converters into a relatively compact assembly. SOUL replaces the complete factory header and catalyst assemblies with a purpose-built long-tube system featuring smoother transitions, large-radius primary tubing, port-matched flanges, and performance-oriented collectors.
Longer primary runners and optimized collector geometry provide a freer exhaust path from the cylinder heads into the downstream exhaust system. By completely eliminating the factory catalytic converters, the Competition Headers provide SOUL's least restrictive header configuration for the 997.2 Carrera platform.
The factory header assemblies weigh approximately 25.7 lbs, while the SOUL Competition Headers weigh approximately 18.45 lbs, saving approximately 7.25 lbs / 3.2 kg.
For owners building a performance-focused street or track 997.2, the SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers provide a substantial upgrade in flow, response, sound, and weight reduction.
FITMENT:
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera S Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4 Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4S Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Targa 4
Fits 2009–2012 Porsche 997.2 Targa 4S
Fits 2011–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera GTS Coupe and Cabriolet
Fits 2011–2012 Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4 GTS Coupe and Cabriolet
Compatible with the 3.6L DFI naturally aspirated flat-six used in Carrera, Carrera 4, and Targa 4 models
Compatible with the 3.8L DFI naturally aspirated flat-six used in Carrera S, Carrera 4S, Targa 4S, Carrera GTS, and Carrera 4 GTS models
Compatible with vehicles equipped with the standard exhaust or factory Porsche Sport Exhaust (PSE)
Does not fit 997.2 Turbo, Turbo S, GT2 RS, GT3, or GT3 RS models
DETAILS:
Complete long-tube competition header system
Completely eliminates the factory catalytic converters
Designed to reduce exhaust restriction and improve exhaust flow
Long primary runners help optimize exhaust-gas flow into the collectors
Performance-oriented collectors provide a smooth transition from the individual primary runners
Port-matched flanges improve the transition from the cylinder-head exhaust ports into the primary tubing
Smooth-radius mandrel bends eliminate restrictive flattened sections found in the factory exhaust path
Designed to improve engine response, exhaust flow, and performance potential
Substantially increases naturally aspirated flat-six exhaust character
SOUL headers weigh approximately 18.45 lbs / 8.4 kg
Factory components weigh approximately 25.7 lbs / 11.7 kg
Saves approximately 7.25 lbs / 3.2 kg
Constructed from T304L stainless steel
Direct bolt-on installation
Precision-fabricated flanges and collectors
Each set is rigorously quality-checked before shipment
Each set is fixture-tested to help ensure accurate fitment
Installation hardware included
Backed by SOUL Performance Products' Lifetime Warranty for street and track use
LONG-TUBE HEADER DESIGN:
The factory 997.2 Carrera exhaust manifolds must package the primary runners, collectors, and catalytic converters within a relatively confined space.
SOUL's Competition Headers remove those packaging constraints by eliminating the factory catalysts and replacing the original manifolds with a dedicated long-tube architecture.
The individual primary runners use smooth-radius bends before transitioning into performance-oriented collectors. This provides a more direct and less restrictive path between the cylinder heads and downstream exhaust system.
On a naturally aspirated engine, primary-runner length, diameter, and collector geometry all influence the way exhaust pulses travel through the system. SOUL developed the Competition Headers around these principles rather than simply increasing pipe diameter.
SOUND CHARACTER:
Removing the factory catalytic converters and replacing the original manifolds with long-tube headers creates a substantial change in exhaust character.
Expect:
Increased overall exhaust volume
Greater mechanical flat-six presence
Sharper response to throttle inputs
Stronger high-RPM exhaust character
A more aggressive naturally aspirated tone
Significantly greater volume when combined with additional aftermarket exhaust components
The final sound level depends heavily on the remainder of the exhaust system.
A vehicle retaining factory side mufflers will remain considerably more restrained than a car combining these headers with SOUL Sport Side Mufflers, a Center Muffler Bypass, or a Valved Exhaust System.
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT:
Because the SOUL Competition Headers completely remove the factory catalytic converters, catalyst-efficiency-related fault codes and a check engine light are possible.
SOUL offers optional O2 sensor spacers intended to reduce the likelihood of catalyst-related fault codes.
O2 sensor spacers should not be considered a guarantee against a check engine light.
Vehicles configured for track use may also use an appropriate ECU calibration to address catalyst-monitoring functions and optimize the engine calibration for the freer-flowing exhaust system.
O2 SPACER OPTION:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are available with or without O2 sensor spacers.
No O2 Spacers
Recommended for vehicles using an appropriate ECU calibration or for owners who plan to address catalyst-related diagnostics separately.
Add O2 Spacers
Adds SOUL O2 sensor spacers intended to reduce the likelihood of catalyst-efficiency fault codes after removal of the factory catalytic converters.
The O2 spacer option adds $120.00.
GTS COMPATIBILITY:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers are compatible with the 997.2 Carrera GTS and Carrera 4 GTS.
The GTS models were equipped with Porsche Sport Exhaust from the factory, but the PSE valves are located within the downstream rear exhaust system.
Because the Competition Headers replace the upstream header and catalytic-converter assemblies, the factory PSE side mufflers and exhaust-valve functionality can remain in place.
This allows GTS owners to substantially increase exhaust flow and sound while retaining the factory ability to control the rear exhaust valves.
EMISSIONS / USE NOTE:
The SOUL Long Tube Competition Headers completely remove the factory catalytic converters.
This product is intended for off-road / competition use only where required by applicable emissions regulations.
The system is not CARB certified and may not be legal for use on emissions-controlled vehicles.
Customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations before installation or use.