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Have I found the IMS solution? Not sure but big thanks to Jari Lehto how helped me showing you, European Parts Solutions IMS oil feed modification, a solution I believe in.
In this video, I also highlight the fact that a 911 is a perfect daily driver and perhaps the first generation 997 is the best value for money in this context.
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Brilliant video, thanks. Scandinavians are always so modest, respectful, eloquent.
Thanks, I love the country I live in and all the different characters, some of them are as you describe. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Wow this is a new ims solution I've seen so far. Very inexpensive and don't have to take the transmission apart. Thank you for the excellent video and I will share this on social media.
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Vincent T. Any follow ups to anyone using this solution?
As a 997 owner (proudly a base C2), I am impressed by your knowledge of the car. These are details typically only owners are familiar with. Great channel!
Thanks Kimchee411 and congratulations to your C2. I know a little about all Porsches but there are people in the community with much more knowledge than me. Thanks 🙏 for watching and subscribing.
Your videos are made with such a high quality. Some of the best I’ve seen on UA-cam.
Ohhh thanks, Karlis, for your amazing energy. I appreciate the time you spend on my channel and perhaps you have honored me with your subscription.
Dont know if anyone gives a damn but if you guys are bored like me atm then you can watch pretty much all of the new movies and series on instaflixxer. Been binge watching with my girlfriend lately xD
@Ronan Zaid definitely, I have been watching on InstaFlixxer for since november myself :)
@Ronan Zaid Definitely, been watching on instaflixxer for months myself :D
omg my mind is blown...you are 100% correct...I never realized that the fronts would be that much different. As much as I prefer the back end of 997.2 the front of the 997.1 is that much or more better looking.
That's why I prefer the 997.1 over the 997.2. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.
There's an article from Autohaus Hamilton in Australia about the IMS.
google “Autohaus Hamilton Porsche IMS” The article lists all the models and
engines (with engine numbers) that are affected. "The Porsche models that are
prone to IMS failure and should be replaced are: All 986 Boxster models. - 987
Cayman & Boxster models up to engine number 61504715 - All 996 models (not
including: GT and Turbo models) - 997 3.6ltr with M96/05 up to engine number
6950745"
Before 2000 Porsche used a double row IMS Bearing which had a low
failure rate, then they switched to a single row until 2005 - 2006 and this
single row has had the most problems. After 2005 - 2006 Porsche stayed with the
single row but increased it's size and strength and this bearing has had the
least problems of all three types of bearings used from 1997 to 2008. The
upgraded bearing in the 997 and 987 is unserviceable, meaning you can't reach it
unless you strip the entire engine down. Some of the early production 2005 -
2006 987 and 997 might have the pre-upgraded bearing fitted, that's why the
engine numbers in the Autohaus article might be helpful in determining which
type of IMS bearing is installed. I read in one of the UA-cam comments that Mr.
Jake Raby from Flat 6 Innovations says he has never seen an M97 engine blow an
IMS bearing.
Starting in 2008 Porsche introduced the new 997.2 and 987.2 and
switched to a DFI direct fuel injection engine which doesn't have an IMS
Bearing.
Thanks, time will tell, for your contribution to the community. Well done.
Oil flow coming from the back side of the IMS is a good idea. A proven design for similar bearing failure has been in use since the late 1970s in large concrete products vibrators. My late father discovered and patented the improvement after years of research. Basically, the make or break difference in preserving life span of bearings, (FAG & SKF) that are supporting a significant eccentric shaft load, was to modify the entrance end of the shaft. In short, offset the oil path at the entrance end of the shaft to use centrifugal force, (provided by the rotation of the shaft) to increase oil flow and pressure to the back of the bearing. These hydraulic vibrators are still being used to make, (up to 144" inside diameter) concrete pipe all over the world. (Make an "L" in the key.)
BIG thanks for contributing to our community. You should be proud of your father. Thanks for watching and perhaps you have honoured me with your subscription?
Your production quality is amazing. Thank you for producing such great content.
Thanks for the energy Duardy, I try my best to uphold my quality level. Thanks for the time you spend on my channel and I hope you have found that red subscribe button.
I am a 911 entushiast from Norway, i had my 2005 997.1 Carerra S for 3 1/2 years now, with 95000 miles on the clock, and i make trips to central europe and the autobahn every summer, i have had very little problems, i have done all the possible upgrades to the engine without taking it apart, i have installed the IMS solution from LN engineering just for comfort, (the original IMS was flawless though) low-temp thermostat (a must have in my opinion) Third radiator and new water pump as preventive maintenance ….. i change oil every 5000 miles and i do oil analysis after every change, so far all the parameteres are very very good, NO symptoms of bore scoring or other horror stories from the forums, a fantastic generation of the 911 I am agree with Obi-Wan that i would be more worried about the cooling issues that can arrise. installing a low. temp thermostat is a cheap way to begin.
Hi ecolyn,
Thanks for the inputs appreciate, love when the community share. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Had my 911S for 10 years now, no single issue....
ecolyn that’s good news you obviously care for your car, I have done the same precautionary work too, and I use mobile 3000 5/40 and liqui moly mso2 additive as a good back up it coats all moving parts especially during the first start when the revs flick up to 12000 / 15000 rpmI have used this for 25 years in all my cars every oil change and I’m hoping to reach 100,000 miles with no problem enjoy your car
ecolyn good to hear your experience. Just searching for 997.2 because of all the (might) bad engine failures, but the prices here in germany (only had a look on) are beginning more or less at 45k.. so 997.1 is more reachable. Can you tell me something about prices in norway regarding these? Thank, cheers from Hamburg
Coming to your channel slightly later than most means I get the joy of you past content, thanks Janko. We gonna get some new Porsche uploads soon?????
yes I believe in a week or two...
There is a 100% effective permanent fix to the IMS bearing failure problem. I know it but I don’t have the finance to design or patent it. It’s so frustrating because if I could patent it I’d easily have enough money to design, build and patent it. Every single 986, 996, 987.1 and 997.1 would buy it, admittedly only once but my sales would be my lottery win. I just need to fix the bore scoring for the 987 & 997 now. Millionaire in waiting.
You should proceed you dreams, go ahead and start to design. Perhaps you have honoured me with your subscription?
I would worry more about the cooling issues than the IMS, it is an issue but from what I have read there is very little chance that IMS will fail in a M97. Great video btw, just the music may be a little too loud. And I wanted to hear the engine! I love my M97 and it is only a 2.7 L in my cayman but I think it will last me a good while! I do my oil changes very regularly though 😊
Thanks for the comments, oil changes are the key to reducing engine problems. I should have sad the in the video. Valid comments. If you are not already please subscribe and please share my videos on social media.
Obi-Wan Kenobi how often do you change the oil?
@@daviddavids1983 Check out the series of videos by "The Knowledge Gruppe" (Flat Six Innovations) that cover the IMS and bore scoring in very good detail. There are about ten 40 minute videos in the series, and a good section about oil types, change frequency, and analysis. An invaluable watch for any prospective 996/997 (and Boxster/Cayman) buyer.
PS. No affiliation to Flat Six/The Knowledge Gruppe... I just found the presenter very open, informative, and transparent.
I own a 1999 996 built Nov. 98. Dual row IMS. We finally pulled IMS out for first clutch at 86k. It was in Mint condition. Boro scoped the cylinders all looked good. Drive these cars often and spirited and they will do better for it. Short trips and Revs over 4k when not at operating temperature are not good . Great content. Keep Posting.
If you take care of your car the IMS is not a big issue, very low numbers were broken down.
I am so glad I found this video! I am looking for a well cared for 997 Carerra ! Not a S, GTS, or Gt3 ! We all forget about this one!
No no this car could not be forgotten.
Shane, have you found a vehicle? I am searching for one now. Most likely it will be a 997 first gen.
Hi Janko,,
I have my 2005 997S for over three years and I have put up 15,000 miles on it and all trouble free, it has a FPSH and it was just serviced by Porsche the end of November and no issues which cost €460. Regular use and good maintenance is vital for any car and Porsche is no exception they will use approximately one liter of oil every 1000 miles as per the owners manual and you need to check it occasionally before start up which only takes a few seconds from the ignition position. If you take your time and look for a well kept car rather that the cheapest one you should have no problems once it has been properly looked after. It has no overheating problems or bore score and I don’t think it needs any modifications to the IMS, if it was going to fail it would have done so before now it has 110,000 miles on it and it is tight all around and drives like a two year old car. Great video keep up the good work this model 911 gets a lot of negative press and it’s good to hear positive comments about one for a change. Tom
Thanks, Tom for your comment and I agree, maintaining the vehicle is the base foundation for a long trouble free driving. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
I always appreciate a driver...someone who can describe driving, whats underneath their saddle and the
sheer rocket you truly have under your legs is magnificent...my daily is a 2000 carrera white 996.1
w black turbo twist wheels and appointed accordingly....I have a 2km stretch out of my garage
to the freeway...i fire the ignition and immediately drive under 3,000 RPM until i have reached temp
Now it is fun, right at temp is the entrance to the motorway and i enter in 3rd gear around 4200 RPM
and by the time i'm in the far lane I am at right around 93 M.P.H. and in 5th...exhilirating to say the least...
and the others just stare...many dream, many wish but not many drive a Porsche 99six...cheers!
I've owned several 996 and I love them. Perhaps I will make a rebound to a 996?
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@@JankoLind done and done, thx
I just bought my first 997.1. 103k miles. I figured if something was going to go wrong it would have by now. Bought from original owner who let me go over it really good. ( I am an 18 yr BMW tech at former Coker BMW in Texarkana Tx.) Oil was clean, A/C would freeze you out, car was like brand new, not a ding or scuff on the black paint, front cover had a few stone chips but they touched up nice. Guy really loved and took car of the car. He drove the car from Corinth Ms to Florida several time a yr to his condo. I worry about all the rubber water hoses that I'm sure need replacing, water pump is still original, but the clutch and windshield were just replaced. Car still smelled new inside, all service records from Gossett Porsche in Memphis. It is a 2008 and I paid him 35k for it, Going to be a weekend car to go along with few air cooled 911s I have. Hope it holds up.
What advice would you give to someone considering a higher mileage 997 as yours, what else do you look for? Did you do a borescope test and do you plan to change ims?
@@Sh0SUPERMAN I was lucky, the guy I bought mine from had a bud with a lift, so I got to look under the car really good for RMS, coolant hoses, bent suspension arms, any other problems, you have to do that. If it has high mileage, and no rattle at cold start, doesn't puff out a big cloud of smoke, I wouldn't worry about scoring. Ive seen what looks like terrible scoring on scopes, cyl still had great compression. On the 3.6 I wouldn't worry at all, most scoring was on the 3.8. The IMS on a mid 05 and up have a very small failure rate, some say less than 1 percent. Inspect the car from cold start, warm it up for 10-15 miles, drive over bumpy road and listen for bad things, get on the hwy and get up to speed, red line it a few times after the oil is 200. I have not had a thing go wrong with mine yet. I changed the oil with euro mobil 1 5-40, cut my filter open and looked for shiny things. All good so far, but I found an exceptionally well maintained car that was DRIVEN. Look for that car. Pay little more if you have to. IMS? If it hasn't gone out by now, its not going to. Change your oil, use good oil.
I have a 3.6L 997.1 and love being able to squeeze all the performance from the car.
Hi Rene,
Congratulations on your 997. It is a blast to drive.
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Even the 997.1s are pricey in the US. The 996's were bargains, but even those prices are pretty stable now. No doubt the IMS bearing is an issue but I wonder what kind driving causes the oil starvation. LN Engineering seems popular IMS fix in the US. Finally, a dog can make road trip fun in any car, even a Camry. Sometimes wish I had an old 2CV which I could use to ferry the dogs to their favorite trails.
Ha ha yes I sometimes wish I hade a 2CV to. As always thanks for your comments 93455Driver
I like the look of 997.1 without PSE, exhaust tips match the rear light nicely. Beautiful car enjoy it!
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Very nice video production quality and I share your love of the 911. However unless I am mistaken, the factory IMS Bearing is a sealed bearing. Hence the high failure rate. Thus the grooved oil pump shaft key will only work in conjunction with an open face aftermarket IMS Bearing. Perhaps I’m mistaken and just don’t understand how it works.
That was my thought 💭 as well, but apparently it helps.
Wow never heard of this IMS solution before but that's really cool. Great video, very enjoyable and love the visuals. Drop the music or go with something without vocals (too loud too distracting) because it was the only thing that I didn't enjoy. Subbed!
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You sound like Dr Evil :D
The problem with the IMS boils down to people not using it rergularly. If you don't use the engine regularly the oil turns acidic, it eats thru the sealed bearing. The bearing is greased and the grease leaks out. Adding more oil to circulate around the bearing will not lubricate it any better since the bearing gets so hot to vaporize the oil. It takes a heavy grease to keep the IMS bearing cool.
A German engineer stated the issue does not show up on cars that are driven 3-5 times a week. Track cars don't experience the IMS issue. Only people who are afraid to use the car or actually drive it.
Drive your 911 and you have less problems, Doesnt' sound like a problem to me.
Thanks for your comment, make sense.
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Really enjoyed watching this.
I’m on the cusp off 996/997 ownership and still undecided 🤷♀️
That’s a tuff one ☝️ I think I’ll go fore the lighter 996. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
I think the main problem is bore score not IMS bearing issues on the 3.8 997.1 engine, and a rebuild is the only expensive fix :(
Agree there is more than the IMS but addressed issue above is according to the information I have only accrued on the 3.8-liter engine. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Well you’re wrong
Dont ude the Music AS much in this video. And the volume on the Music is much higher than your talk. So i nede to turn op and Down over and over Again.
Hi PM69415, I'm not a professional editor, Sound is my largest challenge and I try to improve, please have patience with me. Appreciate the time you spend on my channel.
Janko Lind i liked the music in the video. Great review and good info on the 997s
nice car, nice bike (can't comment on the aftershave until we can get smells over the internet). Another excellent video Janko!
Thanks, Trey, nice to hear from you. The smell, can't tell, I'm still hurt by the burning experience. :-)
I drove my 997.1 S as a daily for 2 years and spent a lot of money on tires. Sport suspension was harsh in the city.
Hi Frank, sounds great 👍 in my ears 👂 driving a 997.2 as a daily, congratulations. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
997 is definitely more sports car feeling than the 991. I put Ohlins coilovers on mine and they soak up the bumps superbly. But, the spring rate is much stiffer so you feel EVERYTHING on the road in a controlled way.
Great video Janko... again. Just shared to the Porsche 997 Enthusiasts group on FB.
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I thought the oil reacted, turned acidic, and ate the ball bearings. The bearings failed. Mainly on cars that sat for a while. Not aware there was also lack of lubrication. I had @ low mile 997.1 never had an issue. What a wonderful car! May get another. Enjoyed your presentation👍👍😎. And yes! I would rather heal and toe myself👍👍
Not a bad idea to get another 997. Thanks for watching and subscribing to my channel.
On the IMS bearing setup I am familiar..., the seals shrink...allowing hot oil to enter bearing and wash out the heavy duty grease that is normally in there. Once that happens and you also start getting suspended particles in oil in bearings...they wear and fail through over heating or the bearings disintegrating and entering engine.
Janko! Love your passion for Porsche cars. It is very similar to my own passion for my Porsche's, but just with a different accent ;^) I love all things Porsche so I don't want to get hooked in or caught up in the ims fear trap, but , my only input or observation would be about when you mentioned the 3.8 liter having more IMS Issues in the 997. I think this is a bit misleading when you consider the 3.6 liter engine was carried over from the 996. The majority of all IMS failures for the 911 happened between model years 2001-2005 with smaller single row ims bearing. 1999-2001 was 3.4 liter engines. 2002-2004 was all 996 3.6 liter engines only. Model year 2005 is the year in question for 997. So you do have a point when speaking about 997 specifcally in 2005 and it still used the smaller single row bearing carried over from the 996 years. More "S" models were sold that year so technically I can see that may be why we heard higher numbers for "997 S" model ims failure... 2006-2008 saw the introduction of a Larger and more Robust IMS bearing and failures dropped dramatically. 2006-2008 IMS failures are even more rare for both 3.6 + 3.8 engines. Appreciate you taking the time to do this very informative and great video. Cheers!!. And Just as a reminder to all who read this, that the ims bearing failure was still a very small percentage over all vehicles. 90%+ or more are still running strong using those bearings!!
THANKS, QIKQBN77!
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If this simple change was a reliable solution I'm pretty sure Porsche would have applied something like it in the 996.2 or the 997.1, when numbers came in that about 8% of 996.1 were having IMS caused damage.
Hi Max, not sure 🤔 Porsche validated all options. During this area they announced that the warranty was not valid if you drove on cup tiers, if I remember correctly they even recommended there customers not to drive on a racetrack. Nevertheless you’re comment is valid. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
interesting video Janko, well researched and nice filming,
Thanks for dropping in Roger, thanks for the comment :-)
Toppen, but note if you go for a Gen 1 post 2006, you will have the later and bigger IMS bearing. You will then not need to worry about the issue and still pay less than a Gen 2. Only need, is to look at score boring. Har det så bra
Thanks for the comment Mat, yes there have been updates to the engine as you wisely wrote. The Gen 1 is truly a proper affordable 911 experience.
Now that is what I call an attention gaining step. Great opening! Thanks for the info. SS
Thanks S S is it a Ducati on your avatar?
@@JankoLind It sure is! 848 Evo Corse SE... Full Ohlins suspension. Full Termi exhaust. Monoposto. Perfection!
Check if your 997 has the issue before you start fixing something that doesn’t need fixing! Typically cars after January 2005 are ok. But the information is available online, you just need your engine number.
Good comment beautiful world.
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Great information and a very interesting video. But I think there may be some music that is more appropriate to the high quality content and presentation of the video.
Thanks, Vidar, still working on the music and sound trying to satisfy everybody's taste.
Thanks Janko, geat look at two beautiful cars.
Chris, thank you for watching my channel, and if you are not already, please subscribe.
I really like this guy.
Hi Marks, thanks for the energy. Perhaps you have honoured me with your subscription?
Janko Lind indeed I have.
Great video Janko, thank you! Greetings from Costa Rica
I found a solution to the IMS issue. I bought a 997.2 Problem solved!
Yes that one solution... Thanks for watching and subscribing.
I actually really like the 997.2 with the newer interior specifically the temp control and the fan control hold up better. The newer engine helps me sleep better at night knowing it won't bring me any surprises on my drive through the mountains. Love your reviews. @@JankoLind
@@michaelhawthorne1418 And I one upped you: I bought a turbo. No IMS bearing issues and a little more power :-p
A different approach for a video on the 997 series. I found your technical info about solving the IMS issue not clear enough. How could you access it without removing the gearbox?
From the oil pump. You don't need access to the front of the engine. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Have had 3 M96 motors done with the IMS bearing update. Still made me nervous to drive them after but drive them I did!!
Not sure if I have all statistics but as far as I understand, it is still a small number of engines that fail compared to the average car manufacturer. I still believe Porsche present low numbers. Please, notify that I can not be sure about the numbers, my comment should be classified as a good guess. Thanks for watching and if you are not already, please subscribe and share my videos on social media.
@@JankoLind eventually all engines fail :) The M96 is not a great motor. starting in late 05 to 2009 they used an internal IMS bearing system which made it more robust and less prone to failure. The 1999 to 2005 cars had the bearing that just didnt like the environment. The real data needs to be all those cars that did get the bearing upgrade - aftermarket like the ones from LN engineering - how are they holding up to date. Shame - but the 1999 to 2005 996 cars are cheap enough to buy and change that bearing out. anything past that and you cant!
Best chanel.
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Janko Lind säkert den bästa praktiska informationen om 997. Jag tänkte köpa en 997.1 som en sommarbil. tycker du att det är en bra sommarbil för den svenska sommaren!!!
Tack
great comparison, the only thing I missed, is between the 997.1 and 997.2 not only the realiability is the difference, the m97 sounds much much better than the DFI engine, ofcourse that is more aparent when a proper exhaust is installed ..
I do like the 997.1 better since it is better priced and the front look better.
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I never really wanted a Porsche until I subscribed..... Thanks
Well, then please join the Porsche family.
love your cars ..very nice
HOWEVER!!
i still prefer the old boxster 986 for some odd reason!.
As I always say, there is a Porsche for everybody. Side note, I've never owned a 997
Hello, beautiful 911. Is yours an S?
I'm wondering whether or not to buy a a S or just base version
Buy the base with uppgraded suspension.
I wish I could give your videos more than one like!
Thank you, astronmr20, I guess you just gave me more likes...
Thanks for your subscription and the time you spent on my channel.
Hi Janko, do you have any suggestions as to where I can learn more about the 997 design? Particularly, how the engineers started with the cabriolet version first before developing the coupe.
Hmm, I read a lot of books, One I like is the Marc Bongers Porsche and RUF-Sportscars. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
The video was top notch! Enjoyed every bit of it. The music cut scenes were a tad too much and higher volume than your talking. You could reduce the amount of music in your videos or normalize the audio sound. I really enjoyed it otherwise! Tack! :)
Hi Alex,
The sound is a repeated question, I try my best to learn how it works and selecting appropriate music. Please be passiont with me. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
This is a slightly confusing video. The engine in your base 3.6 litre car (and all pre DFI Boxster and Caymans) is the M96, and this is the engine that had the bad reputation for IMS failure.
But, the engine that you showed out of the car was the M97 3.8. This has a much reduced problem with IMS failure (apart from the very early few thousand produced that did have exactly the same issue).
So my questions are:
1. Is the solution you showed applicable to the M96 engine?
2. Is the solution applicable to ALL M97 engines?, or
3. Is the solution only applicable to the early M97s?, or
4. Is the solution only applicable to the later M97s?
Thanks
Thank you for contributing to our community. Please check the link to the manufacture of the solution. BUT my interpretation of the solution is that it works on a 3.6 and 3.8-liter engine. If you are not already, please consider subscribing.
@@JankoLind thanks for the reply, I subscribed long ago
Nice.. question can this mod for ims lubrication can be done even with stock IMS bearing? I mean do this for now while you are waiting and saving for the costly parts and labor for the ims bearing service as another safety measure.
I can not give you a 100% guarantee but I believe this is the case. Contact the manufacturer of the part for more solid information.
Another great video. Thank you.
Well, thank you, James, for spending time on my channel, appreciated.
The IMS bearings are supposed to be sealed for life! Engine oil washes the grease out of them!
As I said 6203 bearings should be banished as they have caused numerous failures on numerous cars for 20+yrs.
The solution is to fit a decent bearing!
Thanks for contributing to our community John. There are many solutions and I don't know wish is the best.
you sound intense and insane dude!
I might be a bit insane, thanks for watching and subscribing.
Hi Janko, Have enjoyed over a dozen of you presentations... THANK YOU. I just acquired my "entry level" 911... actually 997.1, as you have proposed in this video. I'm in Florida USA, but intend to accessorize the model with custom european license plate. Naturally, I would NEVER DRILL my front bumper to mount it! MY QUESTION:.... I see, at time stamp 1:18, that there license plate bracket for this car that does NOT appear to drill holes in ht body work to mount. COULD YOU SUGGEST a manufacturer or source for such a mounting kit? Thank you. Best, David
Hi David, I believe all license plates are drilled unless it is a sticker. Porsche have original number plate holder, talk to your local Porsche dealer. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
is this solution very effective? is there some porsche broken after this European Parts Solution on 997.1? thanks
Not to my knowledge at least.
@@JankoLind thanks
I would take this with a pinch of salt if I was you.. For a start there are 3 different IMS bearing types depending on age. It is a Sealed grease packed bearing - so unless you remove the seals how would this 'new' oil supply lubricate the bearing?
Hi John, I will take this with a pinch of salt. Thanks for watching. Accordingly to the information that reached me the oil will reach the bearing without removing the seals. If that information is correct? I have no clue.
I agree with the 997.1 looking better than 997.2. The .2 is too round and soft looking to me. Same with the rear.
Seams like we are one the same page when it comes to the 997. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Hi Janko, great video, i like more the design of 997.1 but this ims issue, is that really in all 997.1 i allready looked for one C4S to buy with 110000 km but i heard too much about this issue what do you think about it?
If you will use the car as a daily driver and make the modification presented in the video I believe you are as safe as with any other BMW. But if you equip your car with Michelin CUP Tiers and regularly do track days select another model.
Thnx for your answer. Yes as daily driver on long distances!
The Carrera shape trumps the GT or Turbo models for me although they are all stunning cars. How much less able is the RWD compared to the AWD in 911's in the wet or slush?
Hi Brownflyboy, 4 wheel drive is always 4 wheel drive, it is much better in wet or slush. Thanks for spending time on my channel.
How'd I know there would be a "home alone moment" as soon as I saw the aftershave?
I guess you based that on your own experience LOL, great comment.
I understand the principle and it sounds very logical to me however I question the idea of "Punching" a hole into the back of the IMS shaft. Surely drilling would be easier but poses the problem of where does the metal debris go? It wouldn't be much but it should be cleaned out. Additionally: has anyone looked into how this mod would affect oil pressure?
Thanks, Fangioparis, for addressing relevant questions. I guess those needs to be addressed towards the vendor.
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Great video and review as usual Janko
I have a 1999 911 C2 3.4L which has the dual row ims. The car now has 103,000 miles and as far as I know, still has the original bearing. I think I will need to do something with it this year to prevent future problems. The issue with the 997.1 is in an effort to address the 996 bearing issues, Porsche enlarged the single row bearing which means unlike a 996, it's a full engine out and tear down to replace it so this keyed and punched solution may be a good preventative option. 2009 is the year they went back to a plain oiled bearing which eliminated the issue all together. Go here for more information on the 997.1 engine. ua-cam.com/video/zGkR5bHjLOs/v-deo.html
Dick, thank you for contributing to our community. I hope you will find the right way forward for your car. Again thank you and take care.
Sorry but the music is really too loud, nice report otherwise. Anyway the IMS issue only occurs in the 3.6 litre, right?
Thanks, I have struggled with audio over time. My newer videos I believe is better. Have. you considered subscribing?
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Hej Jenko, love your videos. Could you please post a list of the songs in this video? Tack och lycka till med fler video 👍 Med vänlig hälsning, Alex
All songs is presented in the end of the video. Thanks for watching and subscribing
@Janko don't you much prefer the 997.2? GPS, PDK, led lights etc.
Not sure, I think the 997.1 looks better and it is much more "bang for the buck"
@@JankoLind I hear you. Always a pleasure chatting with you! I would love to hear what you think of the new 992 interior as it is so radically new.
High quality but a bit too much fluff
Fluff could be good for some people, thanks for the energy.
I thought FORD solved this problem years ago...I think it was called a GT 40.
I did not know they had an IMS issue with the GT 40. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
AMAZING
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Great video. What is the bike rack you have on this 997?
Hi Brian, it is a Tule rack. Thanks for watching and if you are not already, please subscribe.
I found a used Porsche OEM rack at a local used Porsche dealership with keys. I only paid $200.00 USD. They are easy to install and look awesome.
Will this work on the 2000 Boxster 2.7L 986?
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The problem with the punch hole is that it will use unfiltered oil where as Raby’s IMS Solution takes the oil from the filtered side.
Secondly it is not enough to take rear end open and do the punch. You also got to take the seals from the IMSB so that you actually get the oil circulate.
Yes, the 3.8 seems to have become the most problematic of all the M96 and M97 engines with the scoring. ”Expert” now say that there are two kinds of 997 Carrera S: the ones that have had the scoring and the ones that will get it.
The cooling has become more problematic at every step of the engine volume increases. From 3.4 to 3.6 all the coolant flow calibration holes needed to be openned causing the 5th and 6th cylinder to heat even more. The 3.6 had more torque at lower revs when the coolant volume is not yet high and it also had a shorter crank (the piston leans more to the wall). To counter this Porsche increased the cooling channel air flow by 15% from 996.1 to 996.2. by changing the inlet size. Another step was taken for 997 where the cooling channel exit opens to wheel well instead of downbound infront of the front wheel like in 996.
We actually did some CFD omn the cooling channel and found that a gurney at the leading edge of the 996 exit increased air volume flow by 20% with 15 mm and almost 30% with a 30 mm gurney. For 997 I would add a gurney to the leading edge of the front wheel opening (btw. Im a professional aerodyanmicist).
However, IMO, what these engines really need is more cooling for the oil. We measured the sump temperatures and they were ... let’s say on the high side and Im designing now a sump pan with cooling ribs for my car (3.4). Hopefully I have time to finish it this season.
But conclusively, absolutely no doubt in my mind, the 911, regardless of the year, is a fantastic car, probably the best car ever. i dont now any other car as fun to drive as a 911.
Thanks for your comment. Please take care.
Apexjuha have you ever driven a Boxster or cayman? They are a blast to drive ,also.
100% effective ims solution is to never drive your pitcha ever again
That's one way of doing it.
Another great one. Hope you are well ! @gt3point2
Thanks, everything is great, FYI I will mention your Instagram account in one of my videos beginning of February. take care. /Janko
Some other options for fixes, given the whole problem relates to higher frictional loads than Porsche in OEM spec anticipated or presumably were discovered during testing. Ceramic bearings deal with heat better and I believe carry less friction, but the others spread load to reduce wear, good regular oil changes are just a given. ua-cam.com/video/I0dqyvvf8uw/v-deo.html hope this helps anyone currently considering all these options or experiencing issues.....
Thanks for your contribution did not know PCA hade a UA-cam channel, I subscribed...
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Oh! What kind of car do you drive? Thx Shane
I guess you found out already. My first a Porsche was a 944, I was 19.
Nice and cleaver article Janko, do you or others on here know if this IMS bearing is a sealed unit, I am assuming not based on the fix, but then I don't understand why its not sealed. Sealed bearing have been around for decades and for this very type of reason are better by design. Perhaps there is a very significant cooling need, I don't know.
They are actually sealed originally, the Allan drive till works anyway apparently. Thanks for your comment it is adequate. Could not give a perfect 👌 answer though. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
This is nothing new. Just stick with a direct feed for the ims this has been proven. Thank you for the video.
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So did you actually ride the bike Janko, or did you just take it for a drive?
LOL, I actually just took it for a drive...
Matt thank you for spending time on my channel, subscribed?
Certainly am Janko
This solution does not make any sense, since the IMS Bearing is sealed, so no oil can go into it, unless you change it.
In fact, it was my understanding the problem was that the bearings were sealed and grease lubricated. When the seals failed oil washed the grease out. Since oil was not good enough to lube the bearing it failed. Seems like this "fix" would speed up potential failures. I had a 2000 Boxster with 22k miles and IMS failure. Last Porsche for me.
Exactly, that is the issue, @@stevesmith3890 ; this, the solution in this video does not solve the problem. There are solutions in the market for this, though.
Get a 1999 911, it came with a dual row IMS. Problem solved.
boxster had double row too
I did...no worries...
great vid, but the music is just so d.a.f. and horrendous, i had to mute it for those parts--- wow, truly bad music.!
Thanks for watching anyway, the taste is within the beholder.
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Aha thought Ims was a 996 prob only ta very much
No, it carried on to the 997.2
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Or pay a knowledgable engineer to fix the IMS issue before it Mullers your pride and joys engine!
That's absolutely the safest way to go. Thanks 🙏 for watching and subscribing to my channel.
It's not the IMS shaft! The S in IMS is "shaft" so you are actually saying Intermediate Shaft Shaft...i'm being picky but you seem the type that likes to be correcto.
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6203 bearings should be banned, they fuck up everything they are fitted in!
Sooo... when does he start talking about the IMS solution?
at 05:47, I have added it to the title. Thanks for watching.
You're about ten years late with this.....missed the point about where the problem actually is...way over the top dramatically, ...and the music is too loud...too much....too often.
I came for an IMS solution, was met with droning babble and annoyingly loud music. Done at the 4 min mark.
Exactly my thoughts about the music. If you want subscribers maybe you should stop putting annoying music in future videos?
I wouldn’t be forcing that music on your subs, it’s bad!
Porsche design in random failures.. The warranty is a huge money cash cow for Porsche and their centres.
Stupid Solution ! Flooding the IMS with Oil . Come on
It shure could be one solution.
A 14 minute video to show a 30 second solution.
dude i didnt get nothing he said.....would that even work.
You could have made your point without making us wade through the rest of your tedious video.