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997 to 996 Conversion?


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Hello, Does anyone know If a 997 3.8 engine will fit into a 2000 996? I know the wiring is completely different(I am using MOTEC) but is there anything else that might hinder this project? Any help before I purchase the engine will be greatly appriciated, Thanks......

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Oh boy... Do a search here.. You should find a lot of info on swaps. It is a PITA and you would be better off just buying another car.. The engine will "fit" fine.. But that is not the issue..Trust me on this one.. Unless of course you are a gifted wrench with a lot of experience in electronics and you have deep pockets.. Honestly.. It's not worth it... Just me 2 cents.. I have been there so I know...

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I came extremely close to attempting this. Thankfully, I read this and other forums that made it clear that was the wrong way for me to go. Seems like the greatest challenge is the vario, with the wiring being different, different computer issues and so on. I ended up spending more for a 3.4 so I will have an easy swap. I have 2 engines and may have one for sale.

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I plan on using MOTEC as engine managment. I wouild like to know if there is anything mechanical that would stop me from bolting this engine to my 996 transmission or any different bolt paterns?

I came extremely close to attempting this. Thankfully, I read this and other forums that made it clear that was the wrong way for me to go. Seems like the greatest challenge is the vario, with the wiring being different, different computer issues and so on. I ended up spending more for a 3.4 so I will have an easy swap. I have 2 engines and may have one for sale.

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