I have almost completely started from scratch. I was not liking the "Cheap" like method of building the engine cradle. At first it seemed ok, but things just bugged me about the way it looked.
So I been hard at work designing an almost completely 3D Designed Engine Swap Cradle. Its still in its early stages, but if things go right, I'll be able to manufacture with a pretty decent turn around time.
The inside is the same thickness as the stock Porsche mount so the original Studs or new ones can be used. Also fitted with Anti Crush Tubes inside.
And for some better, more uplifting news!
I'm taking in some measurements. This is only a test fit, Just so I don't run into anything. The engine and Transmission have to be lowered about 1-1.5" to fit properly, but going too low has axle rub issues as well as potential dangerous axle angle. Last thing I want is continuous axle failure with the added power. Right now in the photo the Transmission is just sitting on the 2 Suspension K Members which is about 1.5" drop. And eye balling it, its pretty level. My garage and the car for sure isn't level right now so I can't judge too much until I grab a digital level. BUT for now, It looks pretty dead in there.
I'm a lil undecided on what to do about engine mounts. I was thinking of fabbing it up so that it will accept OEM Audi mounts, that was the original idea. Or I could just make a whole new unit, engine block and cradle side separated by a nice urethane bushing.
We'll see how it goes!
2001 Porsche Boxster S
Hybrid Mode
