Hey guys, I've been searching around the forum for a while, looking at all the fun "my engine blew up" threads - the 996 is becoming a fantastic value at this point (sub 20k!) and I love value propositions. Anyway my first observation - most people here aren't exactly mechanically inclined, judging by the "engine broke"-"get a whole new engine" mentality. Coming form the 944 forum, are there just no parts available? Even with cracked block, it looks like you swap the whole half (block comes in 2 pieces?) without the need to spring for $12K rebuild on a $18k car. On the more technical note, what exactly is technical issue with rear main seals blowing through - the only time I've seen chronic seal blowage is on 2.7T audi valvecovers, because the breathers clogg up and valve covers build air pressure inside. Second technical issue - what's the problem with the immediate shaft searing off the nut that holds it to the block? Looking at the Total911 pdf, they also claim the the nut holding the shaft on the other side can break off... which one is it? Anyway I'd appreciate any feedback if there are any wrench-happy people on this board.
Couple of fun Qs about IMS/RMS and rebuilding in general
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YOUR RESEARCHCouple of fun Qs about IMS/RMS and rebuilding in general
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well, dharn55 did rebuild his cracked cylinder, so it is possible. just takes a lot of knowledge and work and some machining. as far as the IMS bearing failing, Jake can answer best, but consensus seems to be poor quality on the part itself either in design or production quality.
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