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Originally Posted by Jim & Kim 986
Extensive testing, especially at the risk of a new engine is always a good idea. However, the difference between the oil feed source of the LN "Solution" and Pedro's Garage IMS resolution is infinitesimal. Both rely upon standard oil pressure. Both supply a force-fed oil bath directly upon the bearing contact surfaces.
The differences - There are no parts to fail with the LN "Solution". It is a time-proven Porsche concept/design. However, it requires modification of the oil filter assembly and suspends the oil feed hose between the oil filter adapter and the bottom of the engine where it connects to the bearing retainer assembly. I happen to like the factory oil filter assembly and don't like having a hose that spans the distance. Some people prefer the spin-on adapter configuration. As far as I know, both do the job effectively.
The Pedro's Garage resolution supplies cooled oil from an unused oil sending unit (for a pressure gauge) port that exists on the block. It is a braided stainless steel hose that is protected by it's path along the block surface. However, Pedro uses a ball bearing as his replacement. I'm certain it does the job without difficulty but it still has moving parts, which will wear.
My preference is to use the LN Engineering "Solution" fixed bearing and Pedro's Oil Supply Hose. Since Pedro is unwilling to sell just the hose, I am seriously considering having a hydraulic hose custom made to do the job. By the way, yes, I have discussed this with Pedro (via email).
If you are unfamiliar with Pedro's resolution do some research and you will see the advantages/disadvantages of both.
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The line Pedro uses feeds oil from one of the hottest and dirtiest oil area of the engine: the cylinder heads. It is also well know for causing issues ranging from noise to VarioCam problems. The IMS solution system does not do this.