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So I have my indy doing a IMS Solution for me. Only thing is he has dropped the engine. He tells me that it was needed because it is a 4S and an automatic.
Anyway, while it's out, I have him doing:
Plugs
Coil packs
Coolant reservoir
Accessory belt
The aos and water pump are new. The rms is also being done.
I have 100% confidence in this guy.. but I was surprised at the engine drop.
I've got mine going in this week. IMS, RMS, Clutch, AOS and I am sure some of the other things you mentioned. Might as well just bang it all out and enjoy the car with some peace of mind. Next will most likely be a suspension refresh.
I’ve been pricing the IMS work from three different shops and they all told me you have to drop the engine if it is an automatic.
Im also thinking of doing a few maintenance things while the engine is out. Did you think about replacing the AOS while the engine is out? The part itself is only $100 but I understand the labor costs are significant if the engine is in the car. Others know more than me...it’s just what I have read.
I’ve been pricing the IMS work from three different shops and they all told me you have to drop the engine if it is an automatic.
Im also thinking of doing a few maintenance things while the engine is out. Did you think about replacing the AOS while the engine is out? The part itself is only $100 but I understand the labor costs are significant if the engine is in the car. Others know more than me...it’s just what I have read.
My AOS is new. The place I bought the car from replaced it just before purchase. Actually kinda funny, the old one went while on the test drive.
If it wasn't new, I would definitely have replaced it. Hell, I'm even replacing the coolant tank as I hear they are damn near impossible to replace on a automatic without dropping the engine.
Yep, it's an engine out procedure on a Tip. I'm getting ready to have my LNE dual row IMSB replaced after 7 years as a precaution. I'll have them do the AOS too, which is also an engine out deal for my car.
Its listed here as a separate part: http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-p...section=701-01. I ran into the same problem several years ago & rather than waiting for availability, made a permanent repair of the rubber part with window-weld urethane.
Its listed here as a separate part: http://www.autoatlanta.com/porsche-p...section=701-01. I ran into the same problem several years ago & rather than waiting for availability, made a permanent repair of the rubber part with window-weld urethane.
Unfortunately it's too flipping late. The cable assembly will be in within a day or 2. I don't think he would be willing to use anything other than an OEM or porsche part.
My AOS is new. The place I bought the car from replaced it just before purchase. Actually kinda funny, the old one went while on the test drive.
That's how I got a brand new battery for mine before purchase. The Indy where I got the pre-purchase done tried to charge the old battery for hours and couldn't get it to hold enough of a charge to start the engine.
I cant imagine an engine drop taking an experienced tech too much time. Sure does make working on the motor alot easier too
Yes, I've done IMS in the car but if I have to do other work, especially the AOS and water pump it's easier just to drop the engine. I'd say doing the trans removal, pulling the AC pump etc you're already 80% of the way to dropping the engine. If I'm dumping the coolant it's just easier to drop the engine/trans.
Well, it's getting close. I stopped by there today to take a look. My indy was able to find the the end piece for the shifter cable ($35 vs $250+). He also told me that the expansion tank was only $175. He may have been mistaken but he says it is coming right from Porsche.
He told me that realistically there are only a few guys in the area that do this kind of work on Porsche cars on a regular basis (https://apexautowerks.com/). He seems to think that the other shops are in cahoots (great word). He said that he simply does not rip off his customers,
Aside from this taking WAY TOO long, I trust this indy 110% and would recommend him (if you can schedule your work better then mine). In all, he is doing:
IMS Solution (the single row that came out had the slightest play but no cruchyness)
RMS
Coil packs
Plugs
Expansion tank
Front rubber drive shaft coupler
Automatic shifter cable end
Accessory belt
Reconnecting XLF option vacuum lines. They were disconnected??
Replacing some missing flange bolts that weren't put back in when the AOS was done
Reconnecting at least one vacuum line that was just hanging there
I also asked about other bolt on goodies for more horses. He laughed at the IPD Plenum as adding any more HP. He should know, he has a Mustang dyno that he has tested it on. His only suggestion was a tune and removing the cats and adding X-pipes for an added 15-20 hp. Not something I would do at this point.
05-05-2019, 01:20 AM
IMS Solution => engine removal
