Replacing dual row with single row IMSB?
#16
Rennlist Member
Originally Posted by AnthonyGS
The Boxster engine from 97 to 04 is an M96. There are many different versions of M96 though. Any Boxster engine from 97-99 should have a dual row IMS bearing. A 00 or 01 engine could be dual row or single row. All the 02-04 engumibes should be single row. Sadly, the only way to know for certain is to inspect the bearing retainer in the block.
#17
Rennlist Member
John if it works for a dual row IMS bearing then it works for any dual row M96 whether it’s in a Boxster or a 996. What’s important is identifying the bearing in your 996.