OH NO!! Metal shavings in oil filter :(|

[haz]

Originally Posted by trimer

Man I am hoping for the best for you? Remember, just fixing IMS may not be the best option. If there is that much material in your filter, most of that was running through your engine and might have scored the other internal parts. Good luck on this...

Ok I´m getting nauseous at this point... but thanks, I guess

Originally Posted by kjc2050

This should help: http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/44248-understanding-vin-codes-engine-numbers.html

Also, see the chart in this article: Pelican Technical Article: Boxster Intermediate Shaft Bearing Replacement and Upgrade (IMS) - 986 Boxster (1997-04) - 987 Boxster (2005-06)

I have a 2000S and it has the dual row bearing. The engine number is stamped on the bottom of the block near the sump plate. Good luck!

I need my engine number first, this sticker on my passenger doorside didn´t help much (there was no sticker on the drivers doorside)

[Jake Raby]

I see wear metals from at least two different components in these pictures.

[Flavor 987S]

Some day I want to come back to Earth reincarnated as either Patrick Long or Jake Raby.....I just haven't figured out which one yet.

[haz]

Originally Posted by Jake Raby

I see wear metals from at least two different components in these pictures.

Great.. any more detailed info than that?

[BruceH]

Originally Posted by haz

Ok I´m getting nauseous at this point... but thanks, I guess



I need my engine number first, this sticker on my passenger doorside didn´t help much (there was no sticker on the drivers doorside)

Here is a post on RENNTECH with some information on the location of the engine serial number. Good luck, hope the news gets better

http://www.renntech.org/forums/topic/32795-engine-serial-%23s/

[haz]

Originally Posted by BruceH

Here is a post on RENNTECH with some information on the location of the engine serial number. Good luck, hope the news gets better

Engine Serial #'s - 987-1 Series (Boxster, Boxster S) - RennTech.org Forums

Got it, thanks. So I guess I have to raise the car to locate the enginenumber..

[haz]

This is the sticker under the bonnet so my engine number is M9622-65YA8605-13



So looking at this article from Pelican parts list to determine if it either single or double rod bearing, it´s eiter this:

Up to engine # M 651 12851 Boxster 2.7L M96.22 (Double Row Bearing)

or this

From engine # M 651 12852 Boxster 2.7L M96.22 (Single Row Bearing)

And since my number is 8605, am I right to assume I have the single row bearing?

[haz]

Originally Posted by Flavor 987S

Haz, sorry this has happened to your Boxster, but 1 oil change in 27 months is NOT proper maintenance. When you get this sorted out, and you will, stick around here and learn about a better oil change interval (yearly, or every 5-7,000 miles, whichever comes first).

Take care.

I meant it has a proper service history and track record from new, if you see what has been done to from new. The exception, and this looks like a big one, abviously is that it didn´t get at least two or three oilchanges during mentioned 27 months. I totally agree on that point!

[kjc2050]

Originally Posted by haz

This is the sticker under the bonnet so my engine number is M9622-65YA8605-13

I believe you have to get the engine number off the block. I'm not 100% certain, but I think the number(s) you're quoting are the engine code combined with the transmission code. Look on the block.

[Topless]

Ok the inside of that filter is UGLY! I would be shopping another motor at this point. The grenade has gone off and changing the IMS at this point is probably not worth the trouble. YMMV

:ah:

[TeamOxford]

Originally Posted by haz

This is the sticker under the bonnet so my engine number is M9622-65YA8605-13

And since my number is 8605, am I right to assume I have the single row bearing?

M9622 -65YA - your engine is an M96
A8605-13 - your transmission is a Tiptronic

You'll have to get the engine number from the block.

TO

[coreseller]

Originally Posted by TeamOxford

M9622 -65YA - your engine is an M96
A8605-13 - your transmission is a Tiptronic

You'll have to get the engine number from the block.

TO

Haz, If I remember correctly it was on the passenger side (USA version) of the motor and I had to clean the smooth portion of the block on the lowest section of the motor to read it with s degreaser or thinner of sorts, the numerals are of the stamped sort with multiple pin stamps per. Once you get under there and look around and rub with a towel it should become obvious.

[TAKART]

Haz, so much trouble to arrive at the same at the end. Washing your engine block with rags won't fix your car. Here in France used Boxster engines are $3000 so maybe you should think about importing one from FR and move on with it.

I don't think the IMS change @ $2,500 is worth it anymore these days

[haz]

A lot of convinced minds thinking that throwing the engine as far as possible by judging the filter... IMHO, I will make up my mind after Porsche Center Oslo has looked at both the particles and engine. Most likely they've come across this before and will be the most qualified to provide a sensible advice on what action to make next.

[madmods]

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[haz]

Madmods: I think you misunderstood his comment. He was refering to my previous question on where to find the engine number, then a different member advised to clean a certain part of the block to uncover the number.
I'm not in the mood for a comedian atm, thanks

[madmods]

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[haz]

The way you talk to me makes me wonder if you think I don't know the engine is in a bad state. All I'm saying is that only after a mechanic has properly looked at it Will he be qualified to provide an advice on what action to do next. Rebuild or replacement engine. I think that part of this thread is ended now. Will make an update when I know more later. Thanks for all advice.

[Steve Tinker]

haz - you are doing the correct thing.
Disregard some people who just lately are stirring the pot on something they have not experienced themselves.
All our combined hearts go out to you as non of us want to be in your predicament.

Please keep us posted on what the OPC Oslo / mechanic's opinion is regarding the metal particals in your filter.

[haz]

Thank you! Much obliged. I won´t give up on this car, just knowing it most certain has a terminal flaw, made me fall in love with my Boxster all over again.. Had to go for a quick walk just to take its picture, in all of its glory...