new turbo sheriff in town ...

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by Johnny Danger

Depending on how much "gucci" (I'm referring to the amount of carbon fiber)) that I wanted to have incorporated into the design, the price that I was quoted ranged from 14k to 16k for a full system. And that was without installation . If you compare this to TPC's single turbo system that sells for around 10K, the price makes sense .

p.s. This quote also took into consideration reusing my current aftermarket exhaust system .

Add in the cost of the replacement engine...

[Johnny Danger]

Originally Posted by blue2000s

Add in the cost of the replacement engine...

My thoughts exactly . LOL ! I was more curious than serious when I spoke to them regarding their system. Besides, I've already put far too much into the Dangermobile .

[jacabean]

turbo boxster sounds great in theory but the M96 is just not the right motor to do it on.
the best way to go is to have a built up n/a motor or drop a 3.8 x-51 in there. for a few bucks more .

[Cloudsurfer]

I couldn't be happier with my NA 3.8 in my 03 S. I would not remotely consider adding boost to an M96 motor, unless it was fully built with upgraded sleeves, Pauter rods, ARP bolts, IMS upgrade, etc.

For the money that you'd have in a properly engineered and installed turbo kit, you could just have a big 996/997 NA motor.

[Overdrive]

Originally Posted by Cloudsurfer

For the money that you'd have in a properly engineered and installed turbo kit, you could just have a big 996/997 NA motor.

Nuff said right there if you ask me. Gimme the 4 litre out of a GT3 (if it'll fit) over a turbo or two any day...what more would you need then with 500 NA hp on tap (besides serious chassis bracing?)

[Gary in BR]

I have had a twin turbo boxster 2.5 for about 5 years.
At the time I did the turbos I felt there was not a better option for the money.

If I had to do an engine upgrade today for the money I would do a NA engine swap. The cost of the swap has come down so much compared to adding boost to me a swap is the better option now.

[RandallNeighbour]

Gary, thanks for weighing in here. You're the voice of experience and I was hoping to hear from you.