928S Engine Swap

[Dorsal Fin]

Hi
I am the new owner of a 84 928S. The current 4.7L is not running. I am considering a LS type (Iron or Aluminum) motor swap using the Rengade Hybrid Kit or a 5.4L from a GTS. My questions:
1) Has anyone used this kit from Renegade Hybrid?
2) How simple was the conversion? How was the support form Rengade?
3) Would you do it again?
4) What modifications if any were made to the car or motor?
5) What did it cost?( if you don't mind sharing)
6) How is the ride?

I will like to hear from any GTS owners, also.


This car will be a Spring, Summer and fall daily driver.

Thanks in advance for sharing.

[I'mThatGuy]

I haven't even bought anything from renegade, and I've had several conversations both emails and phone calls with a couple guys there regarding swaps like the ej257 swap and what works, what doesn't and such, they were both helpful and seem to be reputable, as far as kits go nothing is ever easy or plug and play but its all doable with patience.

[Mitch Leland]

I'm just finishing up a 7 month LS3 480 HP Renegade engine swap on my 2003 996 C4S. Like I'mThat Guys says, "it's not plug and play". Renegade's products are first class, and they will give you assistance, but there's no written instructions. I'm still looking to resolve some electrical issues that Renegade doesn't have a fix for. Also there's no fix for making the cruise control operable. On a contemporary road car I think that's a must. I'm looking into a fix for that, but it will be a challenge.

You'll spend more money and time than you think. The conversion is everything and more than I expected, the performance is "breath taking". I would think that the 928 would be a great candidate for the Renegade conversion.

Does it come as an automatic or a manual shift. If I were doing that I would prefer an automatic. I did most of the work myself, but enlisted several people with better welding skills than myself, also I did a lot of the electrical, but there again I had to get an expert to do the final hookup of some key components. Depending on your skill level in all of these areas will depend on costs and time.

I used all new parts, also I installed a lift which I think is a must for convenience and safety. I hope this helps and you're able to move ahead with your project.