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YOUR RESEARCHclutch replacement - ims?
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better job
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Will be 1/3rd cost of Jazmine and most likely a better job.
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Remove the outer seal and check for play in the bearing.
Inspect existing bearing (80k miles) - felt like new
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I have opted to remove the bearing cover and inspect my existing bearing (80k miles) - felt like new.
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I'm on 140k original IMS, had it checked at clutch change 120k all fine.
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If you really want to change the bearing, go for a large bearing IMS when you change the main bearings at 100k+ miles.
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Hey guys
My 100k miles 2003 Targa, I think, needs a new clutch.
Is now the time to do the IMS as well? And if so, there seems to be so many options, which version should I have?
Cheers?
Do the IMS?
Remove the outer seal and check for play in the bearing. Once you know there's no play leave alone until next clutch change. If there is any play, come back on here and ask for help.
Don't do anything stupid like spending a ton of money on a replacement alternative.
thanks guys - when I bought the car I called OPC who did the last clutch and asked about the IMS then. They said they didn't do it as it wasn't needed.
Thanks
As mentioned above, I dread the time I have to sell mine and get a load of questions on whether the IMS has been done. I will sound like a used car salesman trying to convince them its best to get one that hasnt been "fixed".....
However, thankfully no plans to sell mine. I have opted to remove the bearing cover and inspect my existing bearing (80k miles) - felt like new. I also get a Millers oil analysis done, which will hopefully help me to spot if the bearing is starting to wear excessively in the future (which with the improved oil lubrication should be a long way off). There are no guarantees in life - its a case of playing the odds.....
Loving the cab style of the 996. I see that your local to myself, I need to get my clutch done, looking for some good referrals, the nearest two I know of are;
Jasmine
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