Poll:IMS related engine failure

[mts]

Originally Posted by mts

What modifications? The only non-factory modification I have is secondary cat-bypass pipes. If you are suggesting cat bypass pipes would be a contributing factor toward an IMS failure I'd say you need to put down the crack pipe. It's bad for your health.

I thought the fact that I put a smiley face on my original comment would ensure folks knew it was a joke. I guess porsche666 didn't see it that way. I'd hate to think my IMS failed because I'm a jerk.......we'll need to add that one to the pile though along with the oil used, how hard the car was driven, how many miles it has, etc. Beyond a somewhat bad design with a weak sealed bearing by Porsche I supposed it's as good a theory as anything else.

[porsche666]

I have a 140,000 miles and never had a problem. It's all about Karma.

[Brucelee]

Having read thousands of posts on the IMS and having sold any number of Boxsters over the years, my opinion is this:

Clearly Porsche had (or has) a design issue that they did not want to confront.

Sadly, many buyers have had to contend with the consequences of that decision.

Hey, I could be wrong.

[danyl55]

Originally Posted by Brucelee

Having read thousands of posts on the IMS and having sold any number of Boxsters over the years, my opinion is this:

Clearly Porsche had (or has) a design issue that they did not want to confront.

Sadly, many buyers have had to contend with the consequences of that decision.

Hey, I could be wrong.

Why not buy an extended warr. I have one for my 1997 Boxster w/ 117000 miles that covers drive train 5 yrs 100000 miles for 875.00--Stop complaining and drive the hell out of it--

[JFP in PA]

Originally Posted by danyl55

Why not buy an extended warr. I have one for my 1997 Boxster w/ 117000 miles that covers drive train 5 yrs 100000 miles for 875.00--Stop complaining and drive the hell out of it--

Because most of them, by far, are not worth the paper they are written on...............everything is covered, right up until you file a claim...........

[dmatz]

My apologies if you’ve seen this posting in other forums. I’m trying to raise awareness of this subject.
I have an 04 Boxster that had confirmed IMS failure last week at 58K miles. Dealer employees, including service managers, have admitted to me that they have a significant number of IMS failures in this engine, and didn’t deny that it should have been a recall. I didn’t know of this defect until it (probably) happened to me, and feel angry that Porsche sold me a car without revealing a fatal design flaw (sealed bearing with seal that fails in normal use, then relying on inadequate lubrication from crankcase oil splash).
When I called Porsche (1-800 Porsche), I was told there was no recall for the IMS defect because “the government orders recalls and they didn’t order a recall” for the IMS issue. Recalls are triggered by complaints to the NHTSA – not very many complaints, no recall. NHTSA complaints and investigations can be researched at their website: http://www.safercar.gov/Vehicle+Owners . Between MY 2000 and 2005 there were only 6 IMS failures reported with std or S Boxsters. Brief internet searches reveal that the actual failure rate is certainly much higher than these numbers would suggest. Complaints can easily be filed at the NHTSA website. If everyone with IMS failures went to the NHTSA website and filed a complaint, perhaps an investigation and thus a recall might be triggered. I’m not sure if a recall could be ordered for cars this old, but at least the relevant government agency should adequately notified. If the government took action, Porsche would be forced to respond.

[Burg Boxster]

Originally Posted by Frank M

if it is a 2.7L V6 you are in iminent failure mode.
chain guides or tensiors fail.
you won't even find used 2.7 engine's in the boneyard it is so common.

Frank, you do realize jojaankevin is a spammer

[mts]

Originally Posted by porsche666

I have a 140,000 miles and never had a problem. It's all about Karma.

Wow, all these people that have had IMS failures simply have bad Karma. Porsche will be so relieved to know that the design of the bearing had nothing to do with it. This should save Porsche a ton of $$ on warranty and goodwill repairs!

[landrovered]

Everyone knows that Porsche owners are jerks and this is karma's way of evening up the score. If you have not trodden on the poor to get your precious Porsche then the IMS will be fine but if you did trample the less fortunate then you may even have multiple engine failures.

Is it too late to repent?

[GTA_G20]

hahahahahaha

[coreseller]

Originally Posted by porsche666

I have a 140,000 miles and never had a problem. It's all about Karma.

Karma, huh? Your other posts certainly seem to ignore it:




" just bought my 1st 986, I am 70 Years old. It is stick shift. Hate it that the steering wheel does not tilt; makes it very hard to get leg (knee) under steering wheel and foot past clutch when getting into the car. Any suggestions?"

porsche666's response:

"Yes..... trade it in on a Cadillac. They have more room for a wheelchair."

Replying to jhandy's question regarding his car dying on the road:

"Aren't you a surgeon in Texas? Surely you can afford to buy a new car?"'t

porsche666's response at the top of this page:

"Now I know why you suffered an IMS failure - cause you are a jerk!!!"



Nice Karma ratio for only 8 posts.

[Steve Tinker]

I wouldn't be surprised if porsche666 used to "contribute" to this Forum under another handle......

[hosickjg]

Bought a short block (81000 miles) to replace my wrecked block (86100 miles with a falled # 3 cylinder) only to find the block I bought had a failed IMS. Tore it down and am currently rebuilding it with a LS engineering IMS bearing. If i have another cylinder failure on this new engine I'm sending out the old block to have 'Nickies' put in. Getting tired of Boxster engine shortcomings.

PS -> Bought the short block from "Import Line Auto" in Brighton, Colorado and so far they have refused to take responsibility for selling me a crap block and are telling me it was fine when they sent it out. (was told it was a buildible block with no issues, the oil pan and oil filter full of metal was a sign for me that there was issues).

I recommend avoiding this company!

[autodoctor911]

I have a 99(2.5) with 140k, still going. I have not heard anyone talk of IMS failure at really high milage. is there a point at which it becomes fully lubricated?

[danyl55]

Originally Posted by mts

I thought the fact that I put a smiley face on my original comment would ensure folks knew it was a joke. I guess porsche666 didn't see it that way. I'd hate to think my IMS failed because I'm a jerk.......we'll need to add that one to the pile though along with the oil used, how hard the car was driven, how many miles it has, etc. Beyond a somewhat bad design with a weak sealed bearing by Porsche I supposed it's as good a theory as anything else.

thanks for the explain--I thought the failure only happened to people who couldn't afford the "fix"-

[Tony W]

I have a 2003 Boxster S with 148,000 Kilometers on the clock. It is my daily drive approx 70 Kilometers Monday to Friday. No sign of any unusual noises or oil leaks (and I do listen for them). I plan to replace the IMS Bearing & RMS at 160,000 Kilometers using the ceramic after market bearing as a precaution.
Have had to replace the water pump twice, the bearings on the serpantine belt tensioner & idler wheels. The air oil separator was embarrassing when it let go and I have replaced the clutch pressure plate & driven plate. Oh and the alternatior neeeded a rebuild as well.
I change the oil and filter every 10,000 Kilometers often wonder if the reason that some experience failures is cold climate effects on oil viscosity at startup. I live in a temperate climate where the temperature never gets near freezing.
I look forward to getting into the car every day & do not intend to ever sell it. It is a modern day classic.

[goldenell]

I have a 01MY S with 110K on clock. RMS seal replaced at 48K. That's the only thing I can find in the history related to this and no failure to report. It has been serviced to schedule and is driven gently mostly with the odd 'blast' once a month or so.

[ChairmanRon]

Originally Posted by goldenell

I have a 01MY S with 110K on clock. RMS seal replaced at 48K. That's the only thing I can find in the history related to this and no failure to report. It has been serviced to schedule and is driven gently mostly with the odd 'blast' once a month or so.

I think we need a poll among IMS failure victims as to their climate. You may have a point there!

[mrjr1000]

2000 S with 63K miles. Fifth owner. Owned for year and half. Put roughly 10K of those miles on myself.

No major problems. One MAF replacement and routine maintenance.

Drivers side window does not go down the desired distance when opening door but have learned to finish the job by hand.

Finish is still great. Interior leather shows small sign of wear on drivers bolster.

Drives great. Handles superbly. Still plenty of power. Clutch firm.

So firm No from me.

[Boxster Dave]

2004 Boxster, tiptronic, 20,000 miles. No failure!