Opinions are welcome on IMS issue. ...I know

[mfm22]

I searched the issue before purchasing car ,I'm well aware .

Another thought comes to mind after purchase is how fool proof is the "fix".
What are the possible cons to replacement

I can find the $ and do replacement now , just wondering what the general consensus is on an informed source like this forum

Asking any Porsche shop will yield the same answer .... better to spend 2k than 10k on new engine
It's like asking a Surgeon about arthroscopic knee surgery. That's what they do for a living

[fanguy]

I have a 2003 Boxster S 19,228 miles for 3 weeks (posted in Tech thread on 3-Oct-16 miles as of today 20,323 miles). Local Porsche inde on PPI pulled pan nothing, cut open filter no metal some green rubber bits said no worries wouldn't do anything at this time. When time for a new Clutch 45-50K would also due pressure plate, flywheel, seals-bearings, IMS-Pro for 3K and guides if needed will add to cost but might be a good time while they already in their have a lot exsposed. He also put in a Mag plug. Yesterday went out on a 200-mile drive. The thought of pop goes the weasel is running around in the background.

So today I called two shops one from L&N & the other from Flat6 approved/Cert installers for their list in different states. All I told them I have a 2003 Boxster S 19,228 miles for 3 weeks and had concerns about IMS failure and what would be there recommendations’ Their 1st ?’s were how many miles did I think I would drive a year and city, Hwy or both. Said 500 to 800 a month-both. Both said Change oil every 5k if doing less in a year and it would make you feel better 6 months. Cut open filter & inspect plug each oil change. The first time any mental in filter or Mag plug pull pan and give them a call. Mostly likely if 1 or 2 little pieces would have you clean, fill and drive recheck 1.5 to 2k and call back. The green stuff nothing to worry about. Now go enjoy your car. When the clutch is ready to be replaced have it done then, and also AOS.

So 3 respected shops gave me the same advice when they could have just made $$K. I feel much better about the plan, will be vigilant and start oil analysis on next oil change.

[Giller]

How long do you plan on owning the car? Do you want every drive to start with the thought - "I hope the IMS holds out".

I personally would never change out the IMS -the value for money isn't there IMO. Instead, I drove it for a couple years then swapped it for a 987.2

But if you are keeping her for a long time, then the dollar cost averaging of the part isn't all that bad and the piece of mind might be worth it.

Ultimately - there is no right or wrong answer. Go with your gut. It's your money and your anxiety level.