Renegade 944 LS3 V8 Build 

In house conversions are on a wait list of 12 to 15 months...yes. However, we are shipping kits in weeks all over the world. We'd love to build everyone's cars, but the kit coupled with some customers with pretty remarkable skills, turns out just as good! And, of course, we are always here to help. Thank you for your comment on our channel!

I gotta ask, which 944 would be the best conversation candidate? Please say '86 944 turbo....

Which 944 is best?

If I still had my 1986 turbo,😢. Just how much would it have cost to get a basic LS set up installed and ready to drive home.?

@@WA-eg7ft $40K and a year wait, that's what I was told.

Looking forward to it!

keep us updated on progress

Some of our goofy videos might lack a little when referring to the word "professionalism," but there is no doubt we also really love what we do! You get MUCH better results from a company with employees and management that live-eat-breathe what they sell. It's apparent with every single business we solicit. If the owner behind the counter at your local favorite restaurant doesn't like his business, it effects EVERYTHING.

Thank you! I'm trying to do more of these. Stay tuned...and again, thank you!!

@@RenegadeHybrids is the 928 as upgradeable as the 944 as far as the big brake upgrade, coil overs, sway bars etc etc

@@rayrodrigo3999 The 928 does have plenty of upgradable choices, but not quite as many as the 944.

Same!!!

The torque shaft inside the torque tube acts as a giant torsion bar. It reduces the shock loading quite a bit. That helps the longevity of the transaxle!

You'll never go back to the turbo!!

@@RenegadeHybrids The Turbo isn't stock 🤙

@@DeancentGarage But the turbo is still 100lbs heavier!

@@RenegadeHybrids Arguable, that answer seems to change depending on who you ask lol. I just finished an article on my site about weight reduction on the 944. Lots of places to shed weight. Also I noticed you removed the windshield washer fluid reservoir.. I don't think some states would allow it if you needed an inspection.

@@DeancentGarage 944 stock turbo engine with all accessories is 81lbs heavier than an equally prepared LS3. My guess is, you are brilliant and running an intercooler to support your upgraded turbo engine. I would also expect a very large oil cooler might be on your list to protect your 944 engine. Conservatively, I guesstimated a premium of 19lbs. to your thoughtful package. That's 100lbs. to the plus. I'd give that up in a heartbeat to increase handling even if the torque numbers were exactly the same across the entire RPM range...which they are probably not.

It does!!

Yo sure it was a 86 ? I didn’t think the s2 appeared until 89

@@Carrera-gp9od Correct. Maybe a 944S.

Thanks you for your interest! Dig the 924 idea!!!

An 07K swap would also be cool, keep it German but it’ll sound like a proper rally car 😁

@@Roomsaver yeah the 07k would be badass, but id prefer to have the Corrado with the 07k swap over a 944 :)

I’m currently in the works of swapping an s85 into a 924

@@dantes2572 Yeah I thought about it but I really want an E31with the s85 and then i could have the 944 with an S65. The S85 is also 100lbs more or something so was not sure about the weight ratio there either. Sounds good though! Hope it goes well for you man I know its gonna be a lot of work, but if you can pull it off im sure it will be hella fun!

Not necessary, many factory vehicles particularly from the period had exposed condensers/radiators/oil coolers

I noticed that also and cringed. If it's possibly going to see a long distance road tour, easily removable and field serviced, stainless mesh screens would be ideal. To keep road debris and insects from causing issues.

Sure. Have lot's of cars in production. However, no 944's at this very minute.

Good suggestion. Typically the 5.3 engines are built for torque in a truck or SUV. However, if you built one that was cammed and equipped for higher RPM's, it would be a great match!

My preference would be a forged 4.8 LS that revs.. but the builds are awesome 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Thank you! So, we are the original conversion company that developed the V8 conversion kits for 944's as well as many others. We've seen multiple companies come and go over our 40 years, but the best never dies. That said, we use our own kit...and it's, by far, much better than anything else that may be floating around out there! Your transaxle is well suited for the conversion. You should be fine! Why not come visit us and see for yourself our facility and meet our crew. It's a lot of fun in Las Vegas! Thanks for reaching out!

We considered it. I love the Borla line of products. Just needed a little nastier sound at WOT. Otherwise, I would agree. Keep in mind, when we tested this car at the track, it was BY FAR everyone's favorite sounding car that day. We didn't miss with the sound...not at all.

@@RenegadeHybrids understood.

probably $15k+

Could do it cheaply for 5-6k on top of the price of a car if you can source a junkyard 5.3 and don't do the nice things, like suspension/brakes upgrade, battery move, transmission upgrades, oiling system, or cooling system upgrades. 8-9k if you want a more reliable transmission.

We've been building and selling 944 kits since 1995. We've built a bunch of these and sold hundreds of 944 kits. This is a very popular conversion!

Lighter, stronger, faster, and it's supported by the aftermarket the best. It also fits. Thanks for your comment!

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That would be a question for the guys in the shop primarily because the year of the car matters. Give them a buzz...and thanks for asking!

Not really. I don't encourage abuse, but you missed a Porsche design element that helps protect the transaxle. The torque shaft is like a giant torsion bar. It reduces shock loading considerably and saves transaxles. Furthermore, since shock loading also breaks the contact patch loose, it helps with traction.

951 (944 turbo transaxle) will handle that!

Thanks for asking, but we are a little more personable with our approach. Just give us a call and we can provide you with all the parts that we installed on this car.

Not really as long as you keep an eye out for a turbo transaxle. I happen to have two of those! Call the shop for more details! Thanks for asking!!!

The suspension components and chassis are the same otherwise?

@@roshj9371 Turbo had upgraded brakes, torsion bar and transaxle. With this swap you probably will be replacing them anyways. Many thought the 944NA handled better then the turbo though? They do sell turbo look fronts for the NA. If you tuck those big azz bumper pads in flush I think it looks much better, not quite turbo but for one hours work looks much better.

Come say hello!

I definitely will. I want to see that shop. Your videos are awesome 👏

We don't do an LS conversion on an auto 944...sorry.

Manual steering on the 1983 944.

The Pontiac Fiero was available only with manual steering. You'll be hard pressed to find a car of that era (even high-end ones) that were rear or mid engined with power steering. The Ferrari 308, 328, 348, and Testarossa models all had manual steering, as did all Porsche 911 variants before the 964. I had an 83 944 and it had excellent steering, also manual. I believe that power steering was an option on the 83 944. Later, it became standard, at least on US cars. Amazing LS conversion!

Honestly, any year is good. There are still enough parts around to make whatever changes you'd like depending upon your application. Just get a clean, rust free complete car, minus the engine if possible.

@@RenegadeHybrids outstanding! Thanks for the reply.

I dig this comment! Thank you!!!

The transaxle is the 944 turbo! It does quite well. The clutch disc is included in the kit with copious disc and pressure plate upgrades available. Thanks for asking!

Our BIG brake upgrade more than compensates for the stopping power. We use the four piston 996 brakes and make a change to the geometry at the pedal to the master. This brake upgrade was developed years ago, and we've used it on street and race cars. No booster needed when you have a massive brake upgrade!

Just as a side note, we developed this upgrade 7 years ago. We've sold dozens of these kits and have NEVER needed a booster. Matter of fact, the brake booster kits that are floating around for the 944's have been failing catastrophicly. We have a few in our wall-of-shame pile that customers had us remove. They are unsafe and unreliable. When you convert a 944, you MUST increase the brake caliper and rotor size significantly, not just the assist pressure from the booster. It's stupid how other peeps think that more pressure means more brakes. Instead, it means more heat, which leads to rapid failure and it gets worse from there. So, here is proof that many years ago, we did testing at Road America (highest braking requirements in US) with a V8 944 and two NASA OLOA drivers: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YZEyj2DKJe0.html

@@RenegadeHybrids Thank you Scott,,,I guess it's important to install the master cylinder bracket,etc ,and,,Yes,,,996 calipers a must,,Jason is a lucky guy,,amazing car..Well done!

The 968 manual transaxle is a direct swap to the 944, and it's a 6 speed!

Give the boys in the shop a call. They would be happy to discuss this with you! Thanks for asking!!

Eventually, sure!

Please give the shop a call to discuss. We appreciate your interest.

How? 😂

My friend had a BMW E30 sitting for 25 years in his driveway and the Porsche on the side of the house code enforcement showed up said he had to get rid of them or face fines. I bought the BMW for $500 flipped it for a 1000. It was toast rusted real bad. He said I could have the Porsche if I took the motor out he had it sold to a friend didn't want the car so I took it off his hands for him now I got to find a V8

We build/machine our own caliper adapters. This is our stuff...not someone elses.

@@RenegadeHybrids ah alright thank you if I wanted to upgrade my brake what do you recommend for this type of application

@@elijahsmith6055 Naturally what we sell is what we recommend as you see in this video. Give us a call. Let's chat. Thank you!

Thanks for asking. Best thing to do is to give the boys at the shop a call. They can narrow down what it is your looking for and help you with a budget. Hope to hear from you soon!

Give Renegade a call! Thanks for asking!!!

Almost the same as stock. Less than 1% difference on this car.

@@RenegadeHybrids That is awesome, thanks for the quick reply!