Dispeling M96 engine rumors

[Jake Raby]

Its not so much a matter of someone being turned down, because we have applied the IMSR to engines with over 85K. When that occurred there was some paperwork and understanding required all up front.

Some people that do not understand the engine or the IMS failure believe that when the bearing is retrofitted the engine is reincarnated and thats just not true... The IMSR addresses one mode of failure, one of the only ones that can be addressed with the engine together and in the car.

I should have made it more clear that we will still apply the IMSR to higher mileage engines, but conditions do apply. I did not make that very clear at all after I re-read my post after these responses.

[JMF]

I bought an '03 last year knowing all that was being reported about IMS failures. I did my research, learned about Jake's work, and decided that as soon as the CPO warranty is over next year I'll have him do the IMS upgrade. The clutch probably needs replacing anyway.

I'm not worried or scared that my car is going to blow up. I try to drive it like it was designed to be driven. I want to keep this beauty for a long time, and if a few grand buys some time and peace of mind, why not? The grins I get from driving this car are worth it.

I have never gotten the impression that Jake is any kind of snake oil salesman, and I'm surprised that he responds to the critics at all. But it makes for great reading ...

[Dragonwind]

Thanks for the clarification Jake. I do understand mechanics and never expect that this is a new life, but rather stopping something from killing would could be an engine that might run for a long time. I don't use the M word for oil and I've had a lot of other work done to it, including new radiators, RMS, water pump, thermostat, power steering pump and hoses, coil packs, plus regular maintenance items. I hope that between all that I can get a long life out of her.

Chris

[jcb986]

You either love the Boxster or hate it. I feel like that song when I'm breezing down the highway..."don't worry, be happy."