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The first major upgrade for the Porsche 963, a new crankshaft, is set to debut after the Le Mans 24 Hours in June according to Porsche Motorsport’s director of factory racing Urs Kuratle. Spe…
Porsche is planning a major upgrade for their 963 model, starting with a new crankshaft set to debut after the Le Mans 24 Hours in June. This upgrade is aimed at improving the reliability of the 4.6-liter twin-turbo V8 engine. However, the team is facing challenges in implementing the upgrade due to time constraints and endurance testing requirements. Despite the initial plan to introduce the new crankshaft at Le Mans, Porsche has decided to hold off and focus on thorough testing before its eventual debut. The goal is to ensure that the upgrade will have a significant positive impact on the car’s performance and reliability. Porsche Motorsport’s director Urs Kuratle emphasized the importance of balancing the timeline with the need for extensive testing before the update is finalized.
