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996 flywheel replacement

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Replace opc says it looks worn;

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It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it.

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Suggestion · Original poster

It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it.

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Suggestion · Original poster

It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it.

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Replace clutch)

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Suggestion · Original poster

(I am definitely changing the clutch)

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Replace flywheel

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Just a question whats Porsche recommendation on how many miles to change flywheel?

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Replace flywheel along

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Suggestion · Original poster

But - would you replace the flywheel along with the clutch?

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Suggestion · Original poster

It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it.

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Replace clutch)

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Suggestion · Original poster

(I am definitely changing the clutch)

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Replace flywheel

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Suggestion

Just a question whats Porsche recommendation on how many miles to change flywheel?

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996 flywheel replacement

Replace flywheel along

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Suggestion · Original poster

But - would you replace the flywheel along with the clutch?

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Replace opc says it looks worn;

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Performed · outcome unconfirmed · Original poster

It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Dear all, I was just looking for some common sense advice. My well maintained 996 C4S has done 85K miles and is currently in with the OPC with an oil leak issue. It drives beautifully, but whilst the gearbox was out I thought I'd have the clutch replaced - OPC says it looks worn; but the flywheel looks fine and they have recommended not to change it. But - would you replace the flywheel along with the clutch? (I am definitely changing the clutch) I am in 2 minds. The enthusiast in me says no brainer - it is simply the parts cost as the area is exposed. On the other hand, it is very expensive and if it doesn't need doing then that money could go on so many other things! Thanks in advance, I am really in 2 minds.

POST 2Original post

2 minds? you need to be in 2 forums.....................this one and the 996 one[ ]

POST 5Original post

I would change it personally, especially with the dual mass flywheels, how much is flywheel against how much it would be to remove box and clutch again if it does go? At least you have peace of mind. Just a question whats Porsche recommendation on how many miles to change flywheel?

POST 6Original post

OPC don't usually miss a chance to make a buck - if they say its Ok, its probably OK for at least another 25-30K, will you still own the car then? A really "pays your money takes your choice..." issue I'd say.

POST 7Original post

As I recall the Flywheel is lifed at around 100k miles, so at 85k I'd personally get it swapped out. But more importantly what are you doing about the IMS? If the box is off I'd get the IMS changed as a precaution. I'd imagine an OPC will only replace rather than upgrade the IMS so there is the added question regarding whether a new original type IMS is any better than an old but still functioning IMS? Do both, IMS and flywheel.

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