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Old 06-16-2012, 03:51 AM   #1
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Agreed, perhaps a test drive in a 3.6 997 would help. I believe an early Boxster with a 3.6 is lighter than an 997 so the Boxster has an advantage.
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Old 06-16-2012, 03:58 AM   #2
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It's all about torque when it comes to SOP dyno runs. The 3.6 has 295 lbft.
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Old 09-17-2012, 08:50 AM   #3
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Todd,

do you still have the engine for sale?
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Old 09-18-2012, 05:32 AM   #4
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sorry, the engine is not for sale
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