05-22-2009, 05:07 PM
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That's a good point I didn't think about (the intake being in the V).... 2 inches of extra height really isn't all that big a deal. So....once you get the S4 V8 in there...what is going to run the engine, ECU wise, and how is that going to talk to the rest of the car?
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05-26-2009, 02:58 PM
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I'm going to cheat on the first one and put it into a 97-99 chassis that doesn't need a lot of "speak" amongst the electronics.
I also happen to have an ACE up my sleeve at Audi here in SoCal. Their engine emissions center is in Santa Monica.. and they have to have stand alone brains/harnesses to test ALL their engines, and a good friend happens to be a head honcho over there (otherwise I wouldn't even attempt this)
Also: the computers can be run by just giving them the info they need to operate. They can stay in place if need be and receive a tach signal or whatever. The Hinda kids have been doing this for YEARS. Multiple computers.
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05-29-2009, 09:09 PM
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06-09-2009, 12:11 PM
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Picked the engine up this past Saturday  60k miles on it. Already have located an oil pan for it (the stock pan is stupid deep to clear the front diff) From crank centerline to the top of the plenum is only a couple of inches higher than a stock 996 engine.
As soon as I figure out how to get it out of my truck.. LOL I'll get it under the tub.
FYI: 500hp on pump gas is easily obtainable for under 15k
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06-09-2009, 12:23 PM
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I sure wish I lived near you so I could help you with this project!
Very cool. I can't wait for more pix.
I tell you what. When it's done I think I will find a way to get to you and get a ride in it!
Will you offer rides to visitors from afar?
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06-09-2009, 12:36 PM
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I grew up in North Texas (over 25 years of my life was spent there) so Texan's ride free LOL
It will be awhile. This is not my only project, but I did speak with my tranny guy's this morning, and I will have what I need to make this work against a CaymanS 6 speed before the end of this month. I'll mock it up with a 5 speed bare case.
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06-09-2009, 12:51 PM
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Now that is a proper Boxster powerplant!
Need some help getting it out of your truck? I do live around the corner you know.
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