I think I just had the IMS failure
#106
12-21-2012 | 07:25 AM
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I just had mine replaced on my 2005 c2s. Check out LN Engineering's website. They have their authorized installers shown across the country. That might point you in the right direction. Good luck. It is nice to have peace of mind.
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12-21-2012 | 12:38 PM
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There is a chance that your 05 IMS is not retrofittable.
I've seen comments online about what serial numbers are or are not
but I don't know how reliable that information is.
Otherwise you don't know until you split the tranny from the engine and look at the IMS flange. (i wonder if there is a way to get a borroscope in there to look at the bolt???)
mike
I've seen comments online about what serial numbers are or are not
but I don't know how reliable that information is.
Otherwise you don't know until you split the tranny from the engine and look at the IMS flange. (i wonder if there is a way to get a borroscope in there to look at the bolt???)
mike
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12-23-2012 | 03:36 PM
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Where did you get this warranty? My dealers do not sell CNA.
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12-24-2012 | 03:06 PM
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Here is a thread over on Rennlist with 28 IMS failures counted. Thought you both would be interested:
ims-failure-for-your-997-car-y-or-n-tell-us-yr-997-1-2-m96-m97-failure
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01-04-2013 | 07:56 AM
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Update- Appears aftermarket warranty has authorized re-man engine replacement. My engine is on order and hopefully will arrive w/n 2 weeks.
Of note, I was speaking to my father in Oregon (I'm in NC) and telling him of my woes. He said surprisingly, the same thing happened to his wife's son's (986) Boxter. Upon further explanation, turns out it was exactly the same problem. Two in one family? What are the odds of that?
Of note, I was speaking to my father in Oregon (I'm in NC) and telling him of my woes. He said surprisingly, the same thing happened to his wife's son's (986) Boxter. Upon further explanation, turns out it was exactly the same problem. Two in one family? What are the odds of that?
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01-04-2013 | 02:05 PM
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It was difficult to tell exactly as I was in a parking lot. From what I could see though, it appeared to be coming right from the "middle" as it not favoring one side or the other. It almost looked like someone had pulled out the drain plug. What was interesting though was the fact that it didn't start leaking until about 3 minutes after the engine initially died and I feathered it into the parking lot. No path of oil or anything. It didn't start until I parked the car, got out, looked in the engine bay and then got on all fours to look under the car. I witnessed the leak start.
When I started the engine (after it died randomly), it was difficult for it to hold revs. Also, it had just about no power. Then again, I didn't really test the power as the sound coming from the motor was probably akin to iron bolts in a washing machine.
When I started the engine (after it died randomly), it was difficult for it to hold revs. Also, it had just about no power. Then again, I didn't really test the power as the sound coming from the motor was probably akin to iron bolts in a washing machine.
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01-04-2013 | 02:11 PM
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rketekt- Did you post your "yes" on the aforementioned Rennlist Poll? I know I didn't and my step-brother didn't. So, in one afternoon, it's that 28 has become 30+.
I'm not bitter because I'm covered and I understand stuff happens. I'm more curious how long this will go on before Porsche does something or is forced to do something.
I'm not bitter because I'm covered and I understand stuff happens. I'm more curious how long this will go on before Porsche does something or is forced to do something.
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01-04-2013 | 02:52 PM
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Final Update:
I got my car back after it being in the shop for over three weeks or so. The majority of the wait time was due to the dealer working with the aftermarket warranty company. It only took about 5 days for the engine to be delivered and installed after approval from the warranty company.
My new engine is SN: M97/01AT68666682. Judging my Holden's number reference on page five of this thread, the new engine appears to have the larger IMS. I have the print out of the paper work that came with the new engine, but all the numbers are associated with German words (therefore I don't know what specific numbers mean). I can only read "serialnummer".
Finally, for those curious about costs, the replacement engine cost $19,205.58 and the total was $21,341.80. It was pretty cool to pick up my car from the dealer and they just handed me the keys with an invoice that showed $0.00. I am very glad to have my car back! It feels as though nothing ever happened
Here she is when I picked her up a week and half ago. I was surprised how well the C2S with summer tires dealt with the snow.
I got my car back after it being in the shop for over three weeks or so. The majority of the wait time was due to the dealer working with the aftermarket warranty company. It only took about 5 days for the engine to be delivered and installed after approval from the warranty company.
My new engine is SN: M97/01AT68666682. Judging my Holden's number reference on page five of this thread, the new engine appears to have the larger IMS. I have the print out of the paper work that came with the new engine, but all the numbers are associated with German words (therefore I don't know what specific numbers mean). I can only read "serialnummer".
Finally, for those curious about costs, the replacement engine cost $19,205.58 and the total was $21,341.80. It was pretty cool to pick up my car from the dealer and they just handed me the keys with an invoice that showed $0.00. I am very glad to have my car back! It feels as though nothing ever happened
Here she is when I picked her up a week and half ago. I was surprised how well the C2S with summer tires dealt with the snow.
#116
01-04-2013 | 03:34 PM
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My understanding is that the engine is Porsche remanufactured, all Porsche Parts and with a 2 year warranty. They are able to locate them in distribution centers w/n the US (there are currently 2, one in Atlanta and one in CA). They talked a bit about the fact that, if an engine wasn't available in the US, it would have to come from Germany.
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01-04-2013 | 03:38 PM
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Dealer told me that the remanufactured means that Porsche in Stuttgart takes an engine and remanufactures it back to factory specs. The block may not be brand new, but the engine is made to conform to the specs of a new motor. Porsche also warranties the engine for 2 years, unlimited miles.
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01-04-2013 | 03:38 PM
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Final Update:
I got my car back after it being in the shop for over three weeks or so. The majority of the wait time was due to the dealer working with the aftermarket warranty company. It only took about 5 days for the engine to be delivered and installed after approval from the warranty company.
I got my car back after it being in the shop for over three weeks or so. The majority of the wait time was due to the dealer working with the aftermarket warranty company. It only took about 5 days for the engine to be delivered and installed after approval from the warranty company.
On another note, I am enjoying the luxury of a 2012 Panamera for a few weeks. Nothing like my C2S but nice date car for a few weekends and my wife thinks its much more comfortable.
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01-05-2013 | 11:17 AM
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yeah, I used to feel the same way. Not a question anymore for me; at least not on this car. I had already had about $1200 worth of work- alternator then tension pulley bearings. Case by case.