philbert996

It’s the same dilemma every 996 owner with a dual row IMS bearing faces.
Spend money to fix a problem that’s somewhat overhyped or continue to drive and take your chances
Since I’m not a gambler, I decided to have the IMS Solution installed on my ‘99.
It’s great to have something that permanently solves the problem.

I’d also be worried about replacing the 22 year old fuel injectors.

GC996

You may want to consider a logical path of getting your ducks lined up first and then take action as needed.

1. First thing I would do is get every service record you can find on the car and see WHAT was done and WHEN: procedures, parts, service etc. Line the info up in a spreadsheet so you can see what you got and what you are missing. Feel free to share the info with us. You will get plenty of suggestions. This will help you to get a next steps gameplan together.

2. Second thing I would do is begin testing your oil to see what you have floating around in it. The testing will tell you quite a bit about your engine.

3. Third thing I would do is have your indy drop the sump cover and (1) see what bits are in there as well as (2) scope your bores to see if you have any bore scoring. If you do, you can take preventative steps to slow it. If you don't, then great, you can start spending money on the car.

4. The first three steps will help you to develop a proactive or reactive game plan to protecting your engine with the proper parts and procedures. Engine first, the shiny pretty stuff second.

5. Once you have the engine bullet proof, then you can start spending money on suspension, exhaust, aero, interior stuff etc.

Hope it helps. Welcome to the 996 club. Awesome car.

02996tt

I have a very good porsche indy shop in Dover NH if that is not too far for you. He is very conservative and honest. PM me if you want his info

Billup

Bought mine with 23k miles, had the IMSB, clutch, RMS, and handful of other things done not long after. Dual row bearing so wasn't a concern of failure, but more-so that I knew if ever sold the car having an LN bearing in there would put a lot more buyers in the pot, because regardless of single or dual, it's always a question of if it's been done. The clutch was "while in there" because the cost wasn't that much extra, and end of the day, gives a sense of security to not only myself but the next potential owner.

People will give you different answers, end of the day it's your money and what you feel is right for your circumstances.

Schu3507

that’s fair enough and totally understand.
I plan to keep as long term car. Guess that would make me do it as much as well. Might just do in spring.

Billup

Some of the things you can do yourself too, the reverse switch doesn't require brace removal and is quite easy, below is a link.

http://www.locodemoto.com/transfer/R...hts-Switch.pdf