how much do those repairs tend to run? If it is a connector rod.

8 - 12K for a flat six innovations rebuild. If you are in the states they are pretty much the only way to go as far as I know. The other option is a factory re-man or a used junkyard motor that might last a week or years.

DO you DIY?

Hey Guys - I am intrigued. On these 996 that have connecting rod bearing failure, the only way that can happen is oil starvation to the bearing, so is this a flaw in Porsche's design (assuming that the car is properly topped off and I am confident Porsches oil pumps are excellent). As all the 996s that I have heard having this problem all have maintained excellent oil pressure. So I am puzzled. It it typically on which cylinder number?

Also these 996 cars have hydraulic lifters right? I know the NA 993 had hydraulic lifter issues, with them bleeding down quickly.

Also...depending on how badly the bearing is damaged it could scour the crank as well, which is always a worrying situation.

Either way sorry to see this oAllElseFailo, it would be a good idea to post your location, so that the guys on here could suggest some reputable shops to take your car to for diagnosis.

Also...as an aside Blackie911 if you have nothing of value to post, then please don't and keep your shallow comments to yourself. If you have ever had an engine suffer from significant damage, you know this is not a laughing situation.

Yasin

Just watched your video there is more there than just a con rod bearing that motor has other issues sorry to hear that, good luck!

I saw that too, and it is a rather big leak. How much coolant is left in that motor?

If you do need a rebuild, L N Engineering is a wonderful place, they have some performance upgrades for 996/Boxster that are very interesting. Send a link of your video to Charles at info@LNengineering.com he will be able to help. Visit the website. Best of luck-Bill Woods

Just watched the video and have to agree with the others. Get it towed and don't drive it anymore until the noise is diagnosed.

Sorry about that, friend.:(

well we're in a bit of a financial problem so there would be no rebuild of the engine or a whole new one or even paying 8-12k to fix it... So i guess the car will sit there for a long time..

I was going to recommend having it towed to a scrap yard for a family reunion with most of the other 996s.

I can sympathize with financial problems (as I am sure a lot of us can these days).

Sorry to hear that. You could start looking for a motor to swap. If you are a DIY you can save some money.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PORSCHE-911-996-COMPLETE-3-4-ENGINE-WARRANTY-NO-CORE_W0QQitemZ220335762863QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotor s_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item22033576286 3&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A64%7C65%3A1 2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

Just noticed this one while surfing ebay.

Or the car could be just be involved in a serious mishap ;)

You think a fuel line could catch fire?

Given the OP's situation, what would "we" recommend?

Get it towed to a tech and see if it is indeed terminal?

If it were me, I would want to know what the problem is. If it's not complete failure, it may be repairable with low cost or maybe within his means at this time.

Either way, I'm sorry for your troubles.

Hmm.. definitely more definitive. I was thinking something a little more safe and controlled like the garage door falling on it.

That a tough one. I would want to know what's going on too, just in case it is something small.

If you could throw a couplea hundred bucks at it just to find out what's going on, I'd suggest you tow it to a good (not a dealer) shop. If it's a rod bearing, then I'd be really tempted to look for a complete used long block and swap it.

I would have it towed to the shop and have it diagnosed. I would not have it sit around my garage if I can't fix it. Just cut it loose if the engine is dead.

George

I'll see what we can do to figure out what the problem is and how we can go about solving it. Thanks for all the input you guys have provided, I appreciate it.

I agree levity is not what is called for I am in much the same situation with my classic blazer 2 blown head gaskets on a motor that has < 2000 miles on it since rebuild and the mechanic wont stand behind it. That aside I would say let a GOOD trusted mechanic listen to it but if the case has to be split then it is big bucks all I have to do is pull both heads and the oil pan to inspect bearings and replace gaskets no where near the expense you will have. Good luck my friend and I hope it is not terminal.