LS7 V8 Boxster 1st Test Drive

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[@RenegadeHybrids]

Good question. This is a 'wet-sump' LS7 so there are few differences between this and a typical LS1. This engine, with the conversion kit, added about 40 to 50 lbs. to the car. It is hardly noticeable considering it's hanging 'mid-ship' where a little weight does not alter the personality of the car much at all. What was nice with this much torque was the fantastic ability to balance the car with the right foot. Please look for our latest Boxster video on KZbin! You will see for yourself.

[@RenegadeHybrids]

We use the Boxster S 6 speed transaxle and that works great!

[@KawamaYachtClub]

That does it. I have a new Cayman and it's great, but this is going to be my next car! Property taxes on my car are over $4000 per year, but on an old Boxster would be less than $500 - plus I would have 600+ horsepower instead of 275. I'm sold.

[@RenegadeHybrids]

+Daniel DelPercio Put the new Cayman top on the Boxster and you have the best of all worlds!

[@04dram04]

wait until you here how much the swap cost

[@andrewbeaudry4399]

RenegadeHybrids do you also do Subaru conversions

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Funny you should say that. Secretly we have installed a Boxster S transaxle and an LS6 into a 914 as well. We mounted the cable shifter in the 914 and made adapters to connect the Boxster S axles. Naturally we upgraded the brakes and suspension to 911 Cararra. Imagine a 914 with a later model drive train!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Honestly, that is not a bad idea. When we get the Boxster done, we will attempt a contact with them and see what happens. I also want to talk to Adam Corola about featuring one of our beasts in a broadcast of his. We have made some good connections with people like Peter Brock through the years. We even had 5 magazine articles in the last 12 months (3 of them over-seas). It's pretty cool to see your cars peppered with Japanese writing! Thanks again for the suggestion!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

We are using the Boxster S transaxle, which is the only Boxster trans that can be used for this application. Thanks for asking!

[@evolution2ride]

this is what I have been waiting for!!! Thanks for pushing the envelope with Porsche/ LS engines

[@vincelau4722]

always good stuff.. i'm going to have to swing by and check her out at some point!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Vince... You have seen the battle from the beginning. We are finally winning the war! It will probably be apart when you get here because we are doing the cosmetic stuff now, but you are always welcome!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Did you see the latest Boxster video from us? This is the old one. Go to the Renegade Hybrids Channel and you will see the latest video that is much more impressive. Thanks for asking!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

I think the proper designation is a G86-20. So, yes, the early 987 or Boxster S transaxle.

[@RenegadeHybrids]

There are a few companies that have body kits that take the 'chick' Boxster look out of this car. Better Bodies has a Spyder kit that looks pretty nice. With the V8 performance and the body kit, that would be a really nice ride!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

The engine bay will be made 'pretty' and pictures will be published soon. At this point, "The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly" are found lurking inside this little white gem. That's our next step, however...Cleaning up the installation and making it look 'production' as we have done with so many other installations. When you are putting 10 lbs. of crap in a 5 lb. bucket, it's a challenge.

[@Ecosse57]

a modern 914/8. :) finally!

[@RenegadeHybrids]

I think the hardest part is behind us now. We will certainly have a Boxster kit avaliable 2013 if not sooner!

[@1fast72nova]

Did that kit come to fruition

[@RenegadeHybrids]

@@1fast72nova Yes. Please go to our web site. It's our #1 seller.

[@Euphorica]

so much win.

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Thanks for asking. Have you seen out KZbin Channel with roughly 30 videos on it? You might see what you are looking for!!! Since we have having no problem with obtaining 600HP on pump gas with the simple and reliable LS7's, we don't see much need to work on a heavier and less reliable forced induction system. However, we have designed some of our kits to accommodate twin turbos if desired!

[@stenfordmax3114]

Can you make one automatic transmission with the ls7 swap 600 HP Boxster 986?

[@RenegadeHybrids]

@@stenfordmax3114 Sorry, no automatics.

[@stenfordmax3114]

@@RenegadeHybrids okay well when I make the money I will let you know I want one

[@RenegadeHybrids]

We have put 600HP through the Boxster S transaxle on very capable street tires and had no failures as of yet. Please check out the other videos on our KZbin channel of the Boxster S V8 in action. Thank you!

[@mariomendoza1340]

hey bro how much can cost me to swap the engine on my boxter..?

[@faisal693931]

Greetings, it's a cool swap as I can tell clean job for real, is it possible could be swapped ls7 on a Cayman....Thanks best regards.

[@masonbarnyard]

You should make videos on some swaps done to 964's or any pre-2000 911. I don't doubt the quality of your swaps. Ive seen "Joy Jetts" supercharged LS 911, what are the chances you will get into figuring out a good forced induction set up?

[@ep3civick24]

Is this a complicated swap due to limited space? I love it though ,cant wait!!

[@Marco_A_Marcano_Soto]

You Guys are AWESOME you should send one of your videos of your cars to Matt Farrah from DRIVE channel they do good pieces on Companies like yours that produce one off or mass super cars. it should be interesting if they do one on you guys and if they do dont forget to metion Marco Marcano (87MMM) for the idea.

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Complicated? Our goal is to make it easier. This is not going to be a walk in the park, but we are certainly working out all the bugs. Thanks for asking...

[@maldo72]

How we'll does the drivetrain hold up with the ls swaps .

[@newengland72]

What transmission are you using in this setup?

[@RenegadeHybrids]

Who knows...maybe!

[@titopapi45]

nice

[@Jonho_ninja]

fuck me this is so sick!