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Originally Posted by kcpaz
This is true with EVERY cross-manufacture engine conversion. Physically mounting the engine is the easiest part. Making it function seamlessly is what takes most of the time and money. I always tell people that engine conversions should only be considered by people who intend to keep their car for the long term. Otherwise, the return on the financial investment will never be seen.
As far as an V8 in a Boxster, I think it is going to be a hard sell (for a few reasons), especially when it requires a 6 speed conversion (even more money invested). I think if you are making a conversion kit that can not easily be installed into the early 2.5 cars, you are seriously limiting your market considering those are the most affordable, and most likely cars to be used for conversions.
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Kcpaz, wise words.
You have already walked down the cross platform conversion path so you know first hand that it is a LOT more complicated than it looks. 1000 little details that make you nuts. It is doable though and I expect Scott will be ready by the end of the year on this.