Engine Damaged - 997.1
#16
Rennlist Member
Regarding "fighting for an engine rebuild/replacement" if you mean from Porsche, you probably won't get very far, unfortunately.
If you like the car and have attachment to it, rebuild with a company that will solve the problems that can cause a future failure.
If you aren't connected with the car and it's just a sports car and you'd be happy getting something else, find someone to buy as is and get rid of it now.
I'd personally sell it as is. I wouldn't want to rebuild with a less than reliable builder or put a random engine in it (like you also mentioned you wanted to avoid) and then have issues for the new owner down the road.
If you like the car and have attachment to it, rebuild with a company that will solve the problems that can cause a future failure.
If you aren't connected with the car and it's just a sports car and you'd be happy getting something else, find someone to buy as is and get rid of it now.
I'd personally sell it as is. I wouldn't want to rebuild with a less than reliable builder or put a random engine in it (like you also mentioned you wanted to avoid) and then have issues for the new owner down the road.
Racing on track seriously increases engine detonation/grenading.
I remember when on 996 forum, several 996 engines grenading during track events.
Sorry you have to deal with his. Good luck finding replacement. I would buy a good well documented used engine - They are out there.
#17
Rennlist Member
Not sure I would touch that car unless I knew who built it and the details. If it is an FSI build, which I doubt I would 100% say it is worth the ask. If it is a DYI build using steel sleeves, then I think it is a big risk. If is a shop build using an LN block then I would want to talk with the owner/builder and get details on what all was done.
#19
Rennlist Member
Not the conventional route, but intriguing nonetheless. LS swap is the direction I’ll go if my 3.6 ever bites it.
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#20
Racer
OT. When you rebuild these are there hotter cams you can use?
Also does porting the heads and port matching the intake to the heads gain you any power?
And are there any net gains in upsizing the injectors or is the stock size more than adequate?
OP if you love the car, rebuild. Take your time and find a good reputable shop you're comfortable with. If not, sell it as a roller. There is more $$$ than just buying a junkyard motor if you want to do it right. You probably want to address the RMS, injectors, clutch, and a few other "While you're in there" items. Plus labor if you don't do the work yourself. And then there is the risk associated with buying a junkyard motor.
Also does porting the heads and port matching the intake to the heads gain you any power?
And are there any net gains in upsizing the injectors or is the stock size more than adequate?
OP if you love the car, rebuild. Take your time and find a good reputable shop you're comfortable with. If not, sell it as a roller. There is more $$$ than just buying a junkyard motor if you want to do it right. You probably want to address the RMS, injectors, clutch, and a few other "While you're in there" items. Plus labor if you don't do the work yourself. And then there is the risk associated with buying a junkyard motor.
#21
Rennlist Member
Not sure I would touch that car unless I knew who built it and the details. If it is an FSI build, which I doubt I would 100% say it is worth the ask. If it is a DYI build using steel sleeves, then I think it is a big risk. If is a shop build using an LN block then I would want to talk with the owner/builder and get details on what all was done.
Last edited by 8KaboveMSL; 05-31-2022 at 08:02 AM.
#22
Three Wheelin'
Here is a HUGE project:
https://rennlist.com/forums/997-gt2-...04-engine.html
DOOOO IT!!
Come to the darkside.
haha.
I don't think this would actually be the most nonsensical project if you could cut labor costs down with wrenching. Also, you could easily put in an amazing suspension to match the engine and trans. If you have the top of the line 997.1 interior, then it would be a really interesting swap. No badges.
I would assume this would be an easier swap than the dude who swapped a K24 into a 997 chassis in any case.
https://rennlist.com/forums/997-gt2-...04-engine.html
DOOOO IT!!
Come to the darkside.
haha.
I don't think this would actually be the most nonsensical project if you could cut labor costs down with wrenching. Also, you could easily put in an amazing suspension to match the engine and trans. If you have the top of the line 997.1 interior, then it would be a really interesting swap. No badges.
I would assume this would be an easier swap than the dude who swapped a K24 into a 997 chassis in any case.
#23
Not sure I would touch that car unless I knew who built it and the details. If it is an FSI build, which I doubt I would 100% say it is worth the ask. If it is a DYI build using steel sleeves, then I think it is a big risk. If is a shop build using an LN block then I would want to talk with the owner/builder and get details on what all was done.
My understanding is that it was done correctly by a reputable local shop with LN sleeves. @G.I.G. has details should the OP be interested. It’s worth considering.
I think @G.I.G. test drove that one. He's in your neck of the woods. He might have something to add...
OP, if you're still considering your options, feel free to DM me and I can put you in touch with the shop that did the build and the sales rep I was working with at Mercedes Benz of Littleton. For what the dealer has the car listed at, you're basically buying a 4.0L and PCCB's with a chassis thrown in next to free. Not a bad deal, especially if you can do some or all of the work yourself to swap the engines and brakes.
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