thefleshrocket

You know what else doesn't do that? Cars driven by people whose brains understand how traction and the throttle need to be modulated. LOL

The turbo kit listed above claims it only puts 4.5 psi into the motor. That seems pretty mild. So far I haven't come across any threads about anyone doing forced induction on an M96, much less blowing up one of them.

In the ~$50K range, here are a few: Kia Stinger GT. Audi S4. Audi RS3. Charger SRT8. Not that a family sedan is the benchmark against which the 911 should be compared, just saying that the bar is continuously being raised as far as straight-line performance goes.

Anyway, this isn't something serious at this point. I just came across someone selling a never-installed turbo kit for a good bit less than retail, and figured it might be fun to do. (Haven't gotten a reply from the supposed seller, though.) Although, first thing's first.. I need to get anything else that's amiss sorted out before considering jumping into the deep end of the pool.

808Bill

I would stop and think long and hard before taking an engine with the M96’s reputation and taking it from a normally aspirated configuration and adding an aftermarket blower or turbo……………. There are many reasons Porsche developed and entirely different engine to run with a turbo………..all of which you are likely to discover if you go this route

Doug996InKC

I ran VF Engineering's supercharger kit for 5 years (2013-2018) and approx. 3000 miles. DIY Install Boost was capped at 5.5 psi. No problems until my AOS failed and car ran lean. After that I heard a knock and decided to do a DIY elective rebuild from 3.4 to 3.8L. I was expecting to see bore scoring, but after tearing everything down, the only culprit I could attribute it to was worn rod bearings. I'm not an expert, and I haven't posted photos online of the disassembly yet, but maybe there was more to it. For anyone that wants to add a SC to their setup, DM me, as mine is up for sale. (I need to pay for those LN Nickies, Carillo Rods, JE Pistons, IMS Solution, Hoffman Heads!)

Fabspeed Motorsport

Hey!! Scott here from Fabspeed, I've dealt with many of these packages in the past. It really boils down to how far you want to go and at what sacrifice. I have heard a lot of horror stories on converting an NA vehicle to forced induction. In my opinion (biased of course) add some bolt on upgrades like exhaust, intake, and tuning. While yes, you will not add 100+ WHP but you will save substantial $$ and have a new found love for your car. We have some killer options for your car, from air intake systems, to completely bolt on exhaust upgrades. Take a look at a few of the options and feel free to PM me for forum pricing!

Porsche 996 Carrera Carbon Fiber Competition Air Intake System (2000-2004)

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Porsche 996 Carrera Sport Catalytic Converter X-Pipe (1999-2004)

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Porsche 996 Carrera ExperTune Performance Software (1999-2004)

• 996 Carrera S 3.6L
  • Stock = 320 WHP / 273 TQ
  • Tuned = 333 WHP / 286 TQ
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  • Tuned 309 WHP / 272 TQ

Fits all Porsche 996 Carrera 3.4L / Carrera S 3.6L vehicles (2000-2004) NOT AVAILABLE FOR CABLE DRIVEN THROTTLE BODY EQUIPPED VEHICLES (1998-1999)

AlexKislov

So you claim 77 hp gain with all the mods installed? Seems very optimistic to be honest. I'd say that up to 30 with all listed mods would fair.

markar

TPC did the install on my 2000 millenium edition 996 almost 12 years ago and 20.000 km with no problem. I don't track my car so i don't know full potential on race track
but its blast to drive on street . I think it's worth every penny i spend on turbo.

markar

I forget to tell you Guys TPC did the dayno it was 420 hp at the wheel,

Fabspeed Motorsport

Was this in reference to my post? If so, nope. That is referred to as "stacking" horsepower. I would have to agree with you, these bolt on's would add around 30-33 whp!

thefleshrocket

Apparently forced induction on NA 996s is less uncommon than I thought. There's a FB group about it: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supe...ef=group_cover

The supercharger kit is $9K and should be good for low 400s at the wheels on a 3.6. https://vfengineering.com/products/s...11-carrera-996

I am thinking very strongly about doing that kit once I've got the car paid off.

gavin lewis

This is a REALLY old topic, but I have a 997.1 with the VF supercharger, and it rips. It's currently undergoing some drivability issues, but unrelated to the supercharger. Also you know you still pull at lights if the time is right, 8 years later or not.

gavin lewis

I made 385 at the wheels on a dynojet dyno with a 3.8, so I think VFs' numbers are probably a little high even though they're using engine dyno numbers. Mine might benefit from some tweaking of the tune, but I don't think there's 50 more horse in there, at least not at 6lb. Additionally I have the full Fabspeed exhaust with 200 cell cats and headers. No other power adders or mods to the engine.