Installing turbo engine in to 996 c2
#31
Drifting
I think you need to reread my post. I didnt say it was impossible, just daunting. There is a lot more than just swapping the motor out, that was my only point and pretty clearly said.
Last edited by RngTrtl; 01-04-2018 at 07:35 PM. Reason: a word
#35
Race Director
I haven't installed a Turbo engine in a normally-aspirated 996, but I have supercharged a couple of cars over the years that had NA ECU modules. In addition to being far from idiot-proof, it only takes one screw-up during tuning to bin the whole mess.
Good luck, have fun, and if it doesn't work out, I have another motor I'm willing to part with for the right price, and it's even naturally aspirated.
Last edited by 5CHN3LL; 01-04-2018 at 09:24 PM.
#36
Rennlist Member
Not exactly what you're talking about, but this just came up on BaT:
Twin-Turbo '99 996: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1999-porsche-911-17/
Twin-Turbo '99 996: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1999-porsche-911-17/
#38
Advanced
Not exactly what you're talking about, but this just came up on BaT:
Twin-Turbo '99 996: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1999-porsche-911-17/
Twin-Turbo '99 996: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1999-porsche-911-17/
#42
Rennlist Member
I wondered what happened. Thanks for the update.
#43
Thanks for the cheers, Not a task for the faint of heart truly, I like to thanks pete95zhn for all the input he gave to start the project. I changed the route somewhat. ended up using a harness meaning rear cab ecu to engine harness. It made worlds of difference. That bit of info came from a tuner contact I got from the 996 turbo forum. Aside from 1 person everyone else was great and I thanks them deeply as well. ECU is the normally aspirated system. Decided to use an external boost controller and use a for all other factors on the required system. Per the tuner I got a hold of all 7.8 dme's have the same pinout assignments, the difference is in the tune. but he did mentioned that getting a turbo ecu would be the best. Do to expenditure restraints I'll go the 1st rout. Anyhow wish me luck. Oh fyi the rear quarters have already been replaced the intake system is coming soon.
#44
Rennlist Member
Good on you!!! That's gonna be a fun ride.
#45
Thanks for the cheers, Not a task for the faint of heart truly, I like to thanks pete95zhn for all the input he gave to start the project. I changed the route somewhat. ended up using a harness meaning rear cab ecu to engine harness. It made worlds of difference. That bit of info came from a tuner contact I got from the 996 turbo forum. Aside from 1 person everyone else was great and I thanks them deeply as well. ECU is the normally aspirated system. Decided to use an external boost controller and use a for all other factors on the required system. Per the tuner I got a hold of all 7.8 dme's have the same pinout assignments, the difference is in the tune. but he did mentioned that getting a turbo ecu would be the best. Do to expenditure restraints I'll go the 1st rout. Anyhow wish me luck. Oh fyi the rear quarters have already been replaced the intake system is coming soon.