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Originally Posted by Meat Head
I just watched the video of the 986/Corvette engine hybrid car from Renegade Motorsport and all I can say is WOW! It seems like a viable option to those with engine failure. I know it would cost more than an average engine swap but with this kit the 986 is a beast! If you go to their web site, the kit will run about $4500 with everything you need (excluding the engine). I'm honestly surprised that you don't hear of more people doing this??? Am I missing something? What are your thoughts on this kit?
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- Requires that the donor car be an "S" with a 6 speed
- Requires cutting up the interior sheet metal around the engine cover (at least according to the pictures on their site)
- Requires modification to the engine bulkhead which may not let you move the seat all the say back according to their web site. No pictures of what sort of "modification" is needed, but sounds like cutting/welding.
- Requires electric power steering and electric water pump
These are just a few reasons why I don't think it will be very popular
Doesn't matter what anybody says, it will cost at least $15k to do any sort of engine conversion, and even more if you have to pay someone to do the install. There are a lot of small things that aren't mentioned/priced on their web site. Take it from somebody who has done a LOT of engine conversions in Porsches... it's not exactly "cheap". However, if you are willing to keep the car for a long time, you may see a pay-off in the way of cheaper parts, service, and possible engine replacement compared to the Porsche engine. The extra horsepower can be a motivator too.