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Old 09-07-2009, 05:35 AM   #1
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Wow. Guess you're really going to need their "front mount intercooler" and "battery relocation box" to free up engine bay space in your Boxster.

You couldn't pay me a decent sum of money to put this on any car I own.
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Old 09-07-2009, 07:40 AM   #2
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i like the "fine print" in their ad. NO instructions! but most people can get this kit installed in a weekend, despite the fact that some parts are direct bolt on and some are NOT.


"We are the parts supplier, not mechanic. We can try our best to help with generic questions, but it is best to consult a professional turbocharger installer with specific questions."

"There are no installation instructions included. The install is simple and most customers install it themselves in a weekend. If you cannot figure it out or feel uncomfortable with the installation, please have a professional assist.
Most of these parts are direct bolt-ons. Some are not. "


"The piping needs to be fitted up. Because of the bends and couplers included, it should be simple.
The T3 turbo flange needs to be welded to an adapter pipe or directly to the stock manifold.
To run this on a street car, the turbocharger down pipe will need to be connected to your existing exhaust. Expect to fabricate an adapter pipe or have an exhaust shop connect them."
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Old 09-07-2009, 07:55 AM   #3
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Ok guys. Thanks for the thoughts! Won´t go with this one... But what kit is the one to have?
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Old 09-07-2009, 08:26 AM   #4
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Ok guys. Thanks for the thoughts! Won´t go with this one... But what kit is the one to have?
It would make a great 4th of July gift !
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Old 09-07-2009, 08:56 AM   #5
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There are people who understand the internals of the M96

who don't like your chances of holding the engine together unless the internal engine parts have been strengthened and the compression ratio lowered. That means dealing with someone who has done these successfully and who knows what works and what doesn't on the M96 engine, not someone selling a kit.

Can you do it...yes you can. But you could probably buy a newer Boxster with a bigger engine for the cost of doing a turbo correctly.
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