Engine swap- labour??? - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

2000SoCalBoxsterS · 05-09-2007, 05:44 AM

Scott Slauson is one of the Porsche mechanics who answers questions for PCA members. With regard to engine swap:

There is actually a company that is just starting to do this called SOFTRONIC Inc.. They will be going to offer detailed instructions and parts to do these conversions. The company will also be including a USB to OBD2 cable that will allow you to flash the car to the proper MAP in the DME. Bassically everything except the engine will be in the package for the DIY or shop. You can reach them at Info@SOFTRONIC.US or go to any of the .COM's like PorscheConversion.com,996Conversion.com or in this case BoxsterConversion.com for the contact information.

Scott Slauson - PCA Website - 3/4/2007

Brucelee · 05-09-2007, 06:38 AM

As has been pointed out, the engine swap itself is pretty clean. It is the computer electronics that can cause a real time issue.

blinkwatt · 05-09-2007, 06:47 AM

Don't put any other engine besides the 3.4L non e-gas from a 996 in your 2.5L Boxster. It going to be close to twice as much and not worth the extra cost compared to installing the 3.4L.

MNBoxster · 05-09-2007, 06:59 AM

Hi,

As stated, the 2.7 is an eGas motor. This involves waay more than just reflashing the DME. It involves a new Accelerator Mechanism, new Throttle Body, new fuel Tank, Filter and Pump, Fuel Lines, and several other extra bits. These alone will amount to several thousand $$, with installation, probably as much as the motor itself...

Happy Motoring!... Jim'99