21 captured repliesDiscussion pagination complete · Source accounts, not a confirmed diagnosis
THIS DISCUSSION / SOURCE-DERIVED OVERVIEW
Discussion summary
YOUR RESEARCHWhy did I go buy my Indy shop!!!
Leading reported evidence
Install on my �99
Performed · outcome unconfirmed
No successful repair reported for this finding.
0
Reported fixes
0
Unsuccessful attempts
1
Discussions
Read evidence and context
Explicit resolution reports before identified causes, performed actions and suggestions. Within each level, matching component labels precede direct query mentions and inherited thread context; successful versus unsuccessful discussion counts, owner confirmations and independent discussion support determine order. This is not a probability of success.
Discussions that performed work without a confirmed outcome
1
0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.
0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.
Performed · outcome unconfirmed
Since I�m not a gambler, I decided to have the IMS Solution installed on my �99.
Leading evidence: 'Install on my �99' (no explicit attributable resolution; this is a reported action or suggestion). Across 1 matching discussions, The most frequently discussed action is 'Install on my �99' (1 discussions). For that action, 0 discussions report a resolution and 0 report an unsuccessful attempt. No action has an explicit, attributable resolution report under the current rules. These are forum reports and suggestions, not a confirmed diagnosis.
Source reports, not a diagnosis or a success probability. Counts refer to discussions and can overlap.
Explicit resolution reports before identified causes, performed actions and suggestions. Within each level, matching component labels precede direct query mentions and inherited thread context; successful versus unsuccessful discussion counts, owner confirmations and independent discussion support determine order. This is not a probability of success.
Discussions that performed work without a confirmed outcome
1
0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.
0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.
Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster
So, went by my Indy shop I used way back for my 930.
Explicit resolution reports before identified causes, performed actions and suggestions. Within each level, matching component labels precede direct query mentions and inherited thread context; successful versus unsuccessful discussion counts, owner confirmations and independent discussion support determine order. This is not a probability of success.
Discussions that contain suggestions
1
0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.
0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.
Suggestion
I�d also be worried about replacing the 22 year old fuel injectors.
Explicit resolution reports before identified causes, performed actions and suggestions. Within each level, matching component labels precede direct query mentions and inherited thread context; successful versus unsuccessful discussion counts, owner confirmations and independent discussion support determine order. This is not a probability of success.
Discussions that contain suggestions
1
0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.
0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.
Suggestion · Original poster
I�ve been told on this forum with proper oil changes 70k on a clutch is reasonable.
Replace dual-row ims/clutch/flywheel at 31k miles?"
Suggestion or failed attempt
No successful repair reported for this finding.
0
Reported fixes
0
Unsuccessful attempts
1
Discussions
Read evidence and context
Explicit resolution reports before identified causes, performed actions and suggestions. Within each level, matching component labels precede direct query mentions and inherited thread context; successful versus unsuccessful discussion counts, owner confirmations and independent discussion support determine order. This is not a probability of success.
Discussions that contain suggestions
1
0 original-poster resolution reports. Counts can overlap; they are not unique people or a success rate.
0 discussions have direct query context; 0 report a fix in that context. Other evidence may inherit the discussion’s subject.
Suggestion
Maybe ask a mod to change your thread title to "Should I replace my dual-row IMS/clutch/flywheel at 31k miles?" to get more feedback.
Counts describe captured discussions, not unique people or a diagnosis. Author identities are not reliably stored. Exact duplicate evidence is counted once across matching discussions; one discussion counts at most once per action/state. Multiple repairs reported together remain a combination. Suggestions and failed attempts do not establish a fix. Matches cover whole discussions and can include related faults, model variants and incomplete threads.
21 eligible posts · 0 unverified posts · 1 discussions match the subject in their title or opening post.
Rennlist: 1 discussions
0 evidence records excluded for query context · 0 excluded by outcome qualification · 0 adjusted by outcome qualification.
0 acknowledgements have no verified action link; they do not establish a repair result.
Generation: 20261026T112012Z · outcome-qualification-6. Deterministic extraction; no AI model inference. How we use sources
So, went by my Indy shop I used way back for my 930. Prob spent 30-40k at this shop.
had a quick question about reverse switch. How hard and such to fix. Mentioned dropping trans brace? Then we got into a rattling driver window when window down. Immediately informed me it�s the regulator. So then I�m like even if it�s a loose I�m paying for a window regulator!
Forward we discuss the ol IMS bearing.
i said car is a 12/99 production date and should have dual row bearing and I also mentioned I was told was done by prior owner (has no stickers or info on such).
He�s you should just do it, and the clutch, flywheel and rms. 4800$.
Now I agree peace of mind maybe should. Car has 31k miles. No issues.
Only issue i have is DAMN IT do I spend this money 😂.
Wish I didn�t stop bye and searched forums instead.
Northern Mass location. Kinda limited Indy shops for Porsche.
Sounds like he wants your business bad
look I�m in �when it breaks fix it � state of mind unless your looking ride it hard and long
then get the work done and you�ll probably find find something else to worry you
mike
I thought you were going to buy the shop�
Like a friend of mine did�he bought the shop but then
couldn�t find anybody to work not a single person so he cancelled and gave the shop back to the original guy who�s been there 40 years
Dual-row IMS/clutch/flywheel replacement seems very premature at 31k miles unless you have some reason to believe they are compromised. It's good to do them all at once, but typically it's better to wait until they are due for replacement. The dual-row IMS is very robust with a low failure rate. That said, if replacing it with low miles gives you piece of mind, it might be worth it, but it typically isn't needed. I've always heard RMS doesn't need to be done proactively -- it either leaks or it doesn't -- and it doesn't need to be touched if it isn't leaking. Hopefully someone who knows more about RMS than me will chime in to confirm or correct
It's unclear to me from your message whether you've committed to have this work done, or just have a quote that you are considering.
It might be a good idea to get more feedback from other to help make your decision and maybe to get feedback on price. My dual-row IMS and clutch was done at 67k miles, I plan to do do them when they hit 50k miles, which I think is conservative.
Your 31k mileage is low for replacement, but it is 22-ish years old at this point, but I don't know how much age is a factor.
Maybe ask a mod to change your thread title to "Should I replace my dual-row IMS/clutch/flywheel at 31k miles?" to get more feedback.
I agree. I�ve been told on this forum with proper oil changes 70k on a clutch is reasonable. I think doing at 50k is safe..can I be positive, nope but as others have advised I�d be throwing money away.
your saying 70k on a clutch isn�t doable? I disagree. If driven properly and not tracked? I�ve been driving many cars for many years and don�t abuse my clutchs but hey maybe I�m wrong.
I agree with the "while I'm in there" philosophy, but unless the reverse switch requires major surgery, this is not a "while I'm in there" situation as none of the internal components are likely due for replacement. If the age of the dual-row IMS is an issue (I don't know personally), and the previous owner was not honest about having it done, then that would create a reason to "go in" -- but there doesn't seem to be an obvious reason currently.
It�s the same dilemma every 996 owner with a dual row IMS bearing faces.
Spend money to fix a problem that�s somewhat overhyped or continue to drive and take your chances
Since I�m not a gambler, I decided to have the IMS Solution installed on my �99.
It�s great to have something that permanently solves the problem.
I�d also be worried about replacing the 22 year old fuel injectors.
You may want to consider a logical path of getting your ducks lined up first and then take action as needed.
1. First thing I would do is get every service record you can find on the car and see WHAT was done and WHEN: procedures, parts, service etc. Line the info up in a spreadsheet so you can see what you got and what you are missing. Feel free to share the info with us. You will get plenty of suggestions. This will help you to get a next steps gameplan together.
2. Second thing I would do is begin testing your oil to see what you have floating around in it. The testing will tell you quite a bit about your engine.
3. Third thing I would do is have your indy drop the sump cover and (1) see what bits are in there as well as (2) scope your bores to see if you have any bore scoring. If you do, you can take preventative steps to slow it. If you don't, then great, you can start spending money on the car.
4. The first three steps will help you to develop a proactive or reactive game plan to protecting your engine with the proper parts and procedures. Engine first, the shiny pretty stuff second.
5. Once you have the engine bullet proof, then you can start spending money on suspension, exhaust, aero, interior stuff etc.
Hope it helps. Welcome to the 996 club. Awesome car.
Bought mine with 23k miles, had the IMSB, clutch, RMS, and handful of other things done not long after. Dual row bearing so wasn't a concern of failure, but more-so that I knew if ever sold the car having an LN bearing in there would put a lot more buyers in the pot, because regardless of single or dual, it's always a question of if it's been done. The clutch was "while in there" because the cost wasn't that much extra, and end of the day, gives a sense of security to not only myself but the next potential owner.
People will give you different answers, end of the day it's your money and what you feel is right for your circumstances.
Some of the things you can do yourself too, the reverse switch doesn't require brace removal and is quite easy, below is a link.
http://www.locodemoto.com/transfer/R...hts-Switch.pdf
This is a source reference. Confirm exact model applicability in the original material.
