Where are all the blown up boxsters ?

[baxster]

Quote:


"Not taking some sort of a preventive measure, even if its just a change in driving style, simply isn't wise."

Originally Posted by Jake Raby

What kind of a diving style is considered "preventive" to help prevent a LMS failure?
I've read that tracked Boxsters seem to have less LMS failures. So I'm hoping the answer is something like "don't lug the engine".

[baxster]

Originally Posted by baxster

Quote:


"Not taking some sort of a preventive measure, even if its just a change in driving style, simply isn't wise."

Originally Posted by Jake Raby

What kind of a diving style is considered "preventive" to help prevent a LMS failure?
I've read that tracked Boxsters seem to have less LMS failures. So I'm hoping the answer is something like "don't lug the engine".

Jake Raby doesn't need to answer. Anyone input would be helpful.

I like to drive on the aggressive side so if the consensus is to drive on the conservative side to help decrease the chance of a LMS failure, I might have to look for a different car to buy.

I would consider a LMS upgrade when I felt the clutch needs to be replaced, But I would like to squeeze out as many miles until then.

BTW, I don't have a Box yet, but I'm getting primed for one.

[spennybenny]

Originally Posted by baxster

Jake Raby doesn't need to answer. Anyone input would be helpful.

I like to drive on the aggressive side so if the consensus is to drive on the conservative side to help decrease the chance of a LMS failure, I might have to look for a different car to buy.

I would consider a LMS upgrade when I felt the clutch needs to be replaced, But I would like to squeeze out as many miles until then.

BTW, I don't have a Box yet, but I'm getting primed for one.

Wondering this as well, the owner says it is better not to lug it around, but he also thinks the 997 carrera 19" rims are stock on a 97 as well lol

[JoeFromPA]

If you go on LN engineering's website (to the best of my knowledge), they describe that aggressive driving and staying in the middle of the powerband is your best bet for engine longevity and keeping the IMS bearing happy. Lugging is not desirable.

[Paul]

I'm beginning to believe it's a crap shoot. I treated this car like every other Porsche I've had (no engine failures since 1974), but this one failed while simply trying to start it.

I had every intention of replacing the RMS, IMS, and water pump as soon as it needed a clutch. Clutch still works.....

Still don't know why it failed, have been too busy and the shop is too full, so it's under a cover and outside enjoying the snow.