I'm using a 01 boxster as the base of my restomod build. The current engine is a good running 2.7 with 120k on it. The engine runs fine. However I don't trust it. I plan on doing the ims bearing upgrade maybe a even a direct oil injection upgrade as well. But I want more power, I was also planing to turbo the engine. But I just don't know if its worth it. Lately I have been thinking about swapping in a Subaru 3.0-3.6 engine or even a V8 LS1 or even an audi?
My thoughts.
If I do the IMS and turbo the engine and It last to 200k then great! but if it kills it self then I have to replace it.
Do I go ahead and replace it with a subaru engine or v8 and not worry about it?
If I sell the 2.7 that is currently in good condition it can almost pay for the swap.
If I don't sell it now it could live to 200k but it could also kill its self and I would have to pay more for a swap.
So do I take the risk and do all the preventive maintenance that I can to the 2.7 or do I swap in something I know will be more reliable?
A pic just because some one will ask Restomod 70 911
