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Old 11-11-2013, 09:01 AM   #15
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Originally Posted by Bigsmoothlee View Post
I dont think the 996 intake manifold bolts onto the 3.2 head, I had to drill my 3.4 heads to accept a Boxster intake manifold ( I didnt want to lower my engine 1.5" )

So I agree, the restrictions of the 3.2 are the complete intake and exhaust systems.
As JR posted the head castings are the same, & all bolt bosses are there. You just have to drill & tap the holes for the intake & exhaust parts you are using.




986 3.2 head has untapped bolt bosses to mount heat shields in 996s
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