2006 Carrera S with 65000 Miles

[wndsnd]

I just purchased this car and the IMS has not been done. I have read everything and now I am seeing blurry.

At 65000 miles , from 0-10, o being none and 10 being it will explode, How would you rate my chances of having an IMS failure at this point.

Only reason I hesitate not just pulling the trigger and doing it is that for this early 997.1 I understand it requires and engine drop.

Thanks
John

[looneybin]

It has the larger non-serviceable IMS
The motor case would have to be split to replace the IMS

They have a 1% failure rate from what I’ve read
Bigger issue is bore scoring

[porschedavid]

I thought a 2006 model 997 could have a single row bearing that in the last of the 996

[tonythetarga]

Negative. Some 2005 models may have had the replaceable bearing, but not the ‘06.
Drive the car. Change the oil every 3-4K and at least annually if less. Don’t worry. Be happy.

[Uwon]

Pull the oil seal on the IMS. I did at ~57k. I now have ~112k miles.
https://www.renntech.org/topic/43715-clutch-aos-water-pump-thermostat-diy-questions/
Cheers,
Johan

[BYprodriver]

ANY used car I buy gets a oil change A.S.A.P If it's a Porsche I also remove the oil pan to see what's in there if anything, & send a oil sample to LN engineering The IMSB experts.

[wndsnd]

Good Advise BYprodriver

[wndsnd]

This is my normal ride, this is a highly modified 2.7 twin plug, screamer. I am new to water cooled




Anyone know where I can get 997 Factory workshop manuals?

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by wndsnd

Good Advise BYprodriver

I assume you have collision insurance, Why not have a little internal engine collision insurance ? Nothing lasts for ever.

[wndsnd]

I found all the manuals and Tech Bulletins. I think my insurance will be drop the engine and do a full service. At minimum I think I will do RMS, Serpentine belt, filters, plugs, and IMS. If case has to be split, I will service what I can without that drama, unless I find cylinder scoring.

Another fun project!

[wndsnd]

Further research indicated that IMS Failure in 2006 models were slim to none on builds after 3/2005 - Mine was built 08/2006. I am not going to worry about it.