Using A Dual 1.25 Ghz Processor Card in a 2002 QuickSilver formerly DP 1Gig

Hi There,
Is there any technical reason why a Dual 1.25 Ghz Processor card wouldn't work in a former 2002 QuickSilver Dual 1 GHz Machine?
Thanks For Your Time,
Eric
G4 Mirror Door 1.25GHz Dual Processor CPU Board MDD..

Just say you got it to work it would blow, believe apple makes everything different even if it looks pretty much the same, its best not to try stunting, in modifying it will cost you, just try E-bay your bound to get some deal.
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