The real dimensions are as described above for 1969 models with exhaust tips. These specs are taken from original assembly line components that we have in stock and confirmed by numerous catalogs such as Arvin Industries that actually produced these parts for Chrysler. My guess would be that if you had to use adapters to downsize the rear of the 2.25" replacement mufflers to fit the nos tailpipes you probably had 1968 nos tailpipes which were 1-7/8" OD.