Jon Moeller

I think the point, that a lot of people have recognized, but a stubborn few continue to overlook is that the poll, even at 10%, reflects a disproportionately high number of failures. Most of the people replying to the poll have had a negative experience, and found their way here, because of it.

I've had two 996's, so far, both had the IMS bearing replaced, and neither one needed it, as far as I can tell. First one was done by the next owner, and he used the factory part (GOD FORBID!), and the one I just had done got an LN bearing, because I was unable to do the job, myself. I've never responded to the poll . . .

This topic follows the same logic as the Assault Weapons Ban.

Meares

I took mine out at 108,000...solid as rock...no leaks

Gonzo911

So...what's the best oil to prevent an IMSB failure?

DTMiller

Shut up and take my money.

Kalashnikov

Someone needs to modify the KK's signature to reflect who he is and what his 996 Porsche ownership looked like.

A man drives his car for ****ing 2,000 miles in TWO YEARS. Drops the engine every month and changes oil every 300 miles. Now his statistical genius came up with 25% failure figure for the 996 motor. Brilliant!

I am honestly glad I don't own a 996 anymore. As **** posted here about IMS and failure rates is absolutely ridiculous. JohnIrish makes 5 threads about IMS, KK is still spreading 996 is a POS gospel, and every failure is being treated with "better flatbed it to the shop".

Unreal. I introduced a few friends to the 996 forum for entertainment purposes and they are loving it. Kind of like the "support group therapy" from Fight Club.

alpine003

KK doesn't own a 996 anymore either, yet he continues to bash the marque. Glad he's not a girl as he seems pretty bitter about it, even though he's never suffered any failures.

fanny bay r1

Absolutely correct -- he's a ******!!!

DBJoe996

Sigh.....I'm tired/bored and think I'll take a nap. 99 C2 131,000+ miles, original IMSB and RMS. Not worried. If it blows, I'll fix it and keep on truckin! I love the car and that's that. Think I'll go check the blinker fluid...

krafty

I was going to mention this from a statistical point of view, but you summed it up quite nicely.

Hardback

OP, I rarely post xxx responses but... my engine failed due to a failed valve seat at 68,000. Not an xxx bearing but a dropped valve seat and d chunked cylinder. I've had my share of trouble and expense for an engine rebuild. However I've never seen a sticky or whatever you call it for failed valve seats. I know many other cars have failed for the same reason. (I don't care how many) I don't login each day to whine about it or post threads to stir paranoia. I just rebuilt it and included a long list of new components to add reliability. At this point our cars are 10+ years old. If the engine quits, for whatever reason, that is the chance we took by purchasing a used car out of warranty. The sooner people digest this the better. Please search xxx bearing and read ALL the posts. Then if you think you have a new angle to add please feel free to discuss it in the proper post at the top of the page. FWIW my single row was replaced by an upgraded triple row by LN Engineering. The original was fine upon inspection.

KrazyK

Hold on there Kalash. I didn't start this thread. Even Porsche admitted up to a 10% failure rate JUST FOR THE IMSB! Remember, that does not include all the other MOF that cause CEF.

I think some are missing the point that in most cases you DONT know if you have a failing bearing until you replace it. Ideally you want your oem bearing to look perfect when you pull it. That's the whole point of doing it for PM and not after its failing or has failed.

Your right in that I did not over use my 996 in two years but I spent that time studying the car and doing PM trying to prevent CEF.

5CHN3LL

My trojan will also apply a high voltage, low amperage charge to the keyboard whenever the operator adds "MOF" or "CEF" to a thread.

Rubik

...still at it ha?... Wow!

Gulliver

If you bought an E36 BMW, the water pump's plastic impeller failed at <60k.
If you bought a GM product with a Quad4 engine, the cam gears imploded.
If you bought a Caddy with an HT4100, your camshaft lobes will fail prematurely.
Late 90's BMW V8? Nikasil linings in your cylinders will wear promoting excessive oil consumption.
Late model GM cars with failing key switches and "FlexFuel" pre-detonation problems.
Late model Toyotas with the highest recall rates of any cars ever made.
If you have a 944, you either just replaced the timing belt/water pump set, or it needs it currently.
AMG Mercedes? Your ABC ride control needs more money thrown at it.

I have more if you guys want? I'm sure many of you can contribute even more examples.

Every single car has it's inherent flaws and all mechanical parts wear. There's examples from throughout automotive history of how things could have been better in retrospect. I love my 996 and will continue to just drive it worry free.

KrazyK

Maybe true but most of those problems don't cause the engine to self destruct and turn the car into a worthless roller. See the cost of a new 996 engine? It is now over $50,000!!!

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