IMS Fix

[Gelbster]

Originally Posted by 356Guy

It all boils down to what you think the root cause is. If you think its a bearing load issue then a roller w/additional thrust face, carbide ball or double row ball will improve the life over a single row. Obviously that is not the sole problem otherwise all IMS bearings would fail. If its a lubrication issue(failed grease seal) then bearings open on one side might work. If you think its a runout/vibration issue then they are all temporary fixes if your engine has that defect. Perhaps a plain bearing with DOF will be more tolerant.

"Perhaps a plain bearing with DOF will be more tolerant. " You should patent that !

[356Guy]

Originally Posted by Gelbster

"Perhaps a plain bearing with DOF will be more tolerant. " You should patent that !

Haha. I think patents run out after 100+ years Perhaps we can do the wheel next.