NB996

I just purchased a really clean 996. It has 81k mi on it. Ive put about 2k on it. It runs very well with out weird vibrations or oil leaks. I have been told about the IMS retofit and that it is pretty much mandatory as there are no warning signs before it goes out. I plan to do it, but now I am afraid to drive it. What do you think? Is it a really common problem or is it posted because most people post when there is a problem?
Thanks

Byprodriver

$1800. to upgrade now or $14,000.+ to replace it & engine if it fails while you own it. That's pretty much the bottom line, & the choice is yours. Preventative maintenance is always cheaper than subsequent repairs.

Sneaky Pete

To the OP.......Serious? No disrespect but are you serious? You can't be serious!

NB996

Where can I get it done for that? My place wants $4k which includes a new clutch but is still quite a bit more than 1800. Id do it tomorrow for that

NB996

None taken Pete. Im going thru a $$$draining divorce so I penny pinching (other than buying another 911 haha) So you are saying drive it

bkjwhipple

mine has 74k miles, I drive it weekly.. no ims retrofit. I will get it done at next clutch replacement.
Drive it and enjoy!

Byprodriver

Bring it on over I'll do it for that if it 's a manual 2wd, just be sure to bring any parts other than the IMS bearing with you. If So. CA is not close for you call LNengineering for a prefered installer in your area.

ivangene

SMACK !

Drive It MORE!!

To the OP, dont worry, just get it done when you can, I lost a lot of sleep over mine and in the end 3 years later the original one is still working just fine with 130k miles!!

but do get it done

NB996

Im in Orange county CA.

bkjwhipple

but its wet out there!!!

NB996

Thanks Ivangene

Divot

Drive it.

Maybe 5% failure, maybe. Next clutch change it out.

htny

wow this is the very definition of hysterical

Marc Gelefsky

That it is.

chsu74

hey now..