06-28-2013, 04:15 PM
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Dangermobile - IMSB Retro-fit Complete !
I picked up the D-mobile this afternoon with a clean bill of health ! The IMSB retro-fit went as smooth as one could hope for. However, much to my surprise, the bearing did show some signs of play, to include a very perceptible degree of graininess and overall roughness when spun. According to the tech, the bearing was at stage 1, bordering two stage 2, in terms of wear. In any event, I'm glad that I had the procedure done , for both mechanical reasons as well as a piece of mind. I cant' say enough positive things about Musante Motorsports. Over the years I've dealt with several highly regarded independent Porsche facilities in the Massachusetts area, but Musante stands head and shoulders above them all. Chris Musante and his staff are truly a world class operation !
Incidentally, while the D-mobile was there, they performed an alignment, along with a thorough corner balancing unlike anything I've ever experienced. My vehicle was transformed ! Also, my thanks to Jake Raby and LN Engineering. As much as we debate and grapple over the issue of IMS failure, without their expertise and dedication to the Porsche community, there would be no solution to this problem. Alright enough with the happy talk - me and Chaz are going dancing tonight !
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06-28-2013, 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Johnny Danger
Alright enough with the happy talk - me and Chaz are going dancing tonight !
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Dude, I'm gonna hurl..............
TO
p.s. glad to see you got the IMS thang done.
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06-28-2013, 04:27 PM
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Glad to hear that the procedure was a success!
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06-28-2013, 04:31 PM
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Whew... Sure glad the procedure is over... Now I can sleep tonight. :dance:
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06-28-2013, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Jager
Whew... Sure glad the procedure is over... Now I can sleep tonight. :dance:
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Not with Chaz you won't !
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06-28-2013, 04:44 PM
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Good call on doing the bearing as it sounds like she was beginning to go down. Enjoy the new suspension setup out on the roads tonight.
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06-28-2013, 09:26 PM
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Glad to know the DM came through with flying colors and is once more in active service. Now go drive that thing as though your life depends upon it.
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06-28-2013, 09:32 PM
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They diagnose these bearings like cancer, eh? Stage 1- you caught it in time. Yay!
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06-29-2013, 01:11 AM
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errr - for us ignorant colonists, who's Chaz ??
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06-29-2013, 03:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Steve Tinker
errr - for us ignorant colonists, who's Chaz ??
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Hint, "gypsies, tramps and thieves".
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06-29-2013, 04:30 AM
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Truly happy to hear it went well JD. Could you guys imagine the titanic backlash if the DM actually suffered an IMS failure?
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06-29-2013, 04:56 AM
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This is what you'd see.
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06-29-2013, 09:43 AM
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Well played sir! Shaggeriffic.
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06-29-2013, 01:24 AM
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Thanks for the update, Johnny. Hope you don't mind me asking - how many miles on the dangermobile? what year? and does chaz wear the pants in the relationship?
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- me and Chaz are going dancing tonight !
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06-29-2013, 03:58 AM
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Thanks for the update, Johnny. Hope you don't mind me asking - how many miles on the dangermobile? what year? and does chaz wear the pants in the relationship?
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2000 S with 21k original miles. Also, Chaz and I are not in a relationship, but most of the time he/she doesn't wear any pants.
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06-30-2013, 09:23 AM
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Well done, Danger.
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06-30-2013, 11:21 AM
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JD, I had a similar experience today.
Had a new AOS, maf and plenum clean-up. I have to say
It feels well rapid!
No stutter, no uneven idle...just pure power.
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07-01-2013, 07:26 AM
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This is awesome news to hear. When I tackle the IMS I am gonna get it done at this shop as well.
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07-02-2013, 08:01 AM
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Yes, congrats JD and happy motoring!
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