Any current/former 996 Turbo owners on here?
09-04-13 | 04:46 PM
#16
IMS/RMS problems affect 5% of 996's.
IMS = Intermediate Shaft (issue for non turbo 996's)
RMS = Rear Main Seal
The RMS issue is a leaking seal. Most have already been replaced with new seals that do not leak.
IMS bearing failures are a real problem. The bearing that supports the intermediate shaft is prone to failure, and when it does fail it destroys your motor. The solution is to replace it: http://www.lnengineering.com/ims.html
That said, you get an amazing amount of performance per dollar with the 996tt.
IMS = Intermediate Shaft (issue for non turbo 996's)
RMS = Rear Main Seal
The RMS issue is a leaking seal. Most have already been replaced with new seals that do not leak.
IMS bearing failures are a real problem. The bearing that supports the intermediate shaft is prone to failure, and when it does fail it destroys your motor. The solution is to replace it: http://www.lnengineering.com/ims.html
That said, you get an amazing amount of performance per dollar with the 996tt.
09-08-13 | 02:14 PM
#17
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Hey Henry,
Sorry for the late reply. I was considering a 997.2, Exige, or even a BRZ. But I've been distracted lately by a different toy with less wheels. My father in law recently purchased a motorcycle, and it was the perfect excuse for me to get one too! And of course I can't leave well enough alone, so I'm modifying it...
Sorry for the late reply. I was considering a 997.2, Exige, or even a BRZ. But I've been distracted lately by a different toy with less wheels. My father in law recently purchased a motorcycle, and it was the perfect excuse for me to get one too! And of course I can't leave well enough alone, so I'm modifying it...
09-08-13 | 06:06 PM
#18
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typical German reliability, typical turbo charged reliability, ugly headlight (egg yolks), really cut rate interiors for that era. I've been to the museum in Stuggart and these were the dark days that were saved by the Boxster, everything inside is really low budget... compare it to an Audi TT of the same vintage and the interiors are night and day different.
I personally see no reason to own (more like maintain) one except when they run right, they are fast and a "cheap" track car.
I personally see no reason to own (more like maintain) one except when they run right, they are fast and a "cheap" track car.
09-08-13 | 09:34 PM
#20
IMS/RMS problems affect 5% of 996's.
IMS = Intermediate Shaft (issue for non turbo 996's)
RMS = Rear Main Seal
The RMS issue is a leaking seal. Most have already been replaced with new seals that do not leak.
IMS bearing failures are a real problem. The bearing that supports the intermediate shaft is prone to failure, and when it does fail it destroys your motor. The solution is to replace it: http://www.lnengineering.com/ims.html
That said, you get an amazing amount of performance per dollar with the 996tt.
IMS = Intermediate Shaft (issue for non turbo 996's)
RMS = Rear Main Seal
The RMS issue is a leaking seal. Most have already been replaced with new seals that do not leak.
IMS bearing failures are a real problem. The bearing that supports the intermediate shaft is prone to failure, and when it does fail it destroys your motor. The solution is to replace it: http://www.lnengineering.com/ims.html
That said, you get an amazing amount of performance per dollar with the 996tt.
09-08-13 | 09:47 PM
#21
09-09-13 | 05:28 PM
#22
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I have driven several 996tt & also own a 07 IS350. 996 tt may well be the best buy for a luxury/ hi-performance car. Generally speaking they are good reliable cars. Like any Porsche, they are expensive to maintain properly & more expensive if not properly maintained. Service records are very important to show proper maintenance & be Very careful about buying a modified car.Have a PPI performed by the most qualified shop you can get the car to. Check the rennlist.com Turbo forum for more info.Worst thing about a Turbo is they only come with AWD. I prefer the mid engine platform with my custom built 3.6 engine.
09-09-13 | 08:47 PM
#23
You quoted me yet you did not see that I stated that the IMS issue is in the non-turbo 996.
As I said not relevant to this thread. GT3 is non-Turbo & doesn't have a IMSB
Actually, changing to RWD is easy: http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...996-turbo.html I've driven RWD 996tt's, and I prefer having the security of AWD on that car.
As I said not relevant to this thread. GT3 is non-Turbo & doesn't have a IMSB
Actually, changing to RWD is easy: http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/9...996-turbo.html I've driven RWD 996tt's, and I prefer having the security of AWD on that car.
09-10-13 | 12:30 AM
#24
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What about a GT3. I know a guy who has owned four 996s (S, TT cab, TT, and GT3) and he said the GT3 has been his favorite by far. It's a little more raw, RWD, has a bigger motor, and is N/A - what's not to love?
If the styling ends up bothering you, I think you can do a 997 front-end conversion - not sure how much work is involved with that one though.
Or, as some have suggested get a 993. That's what I'd go with.
If the styling ends up bothering you, I think you can do a 997 front-end conversion - not sure how much work is involved with that one though.
Or, as some have suggested get a 993. That's what I'd go with.
09-10-13 | 09:23 AM
#25
What about a GT3. I know a guy who has owned four 996s (S, TT cab, TT, and GT3) and he said the GT3 has been his favorite by far. It's a little more raw, RWD, has a bigger motor, and is N/A - what's not to love?
If the styling ends up bothering you, I think you can do a 997 front-end conversion - not sure how much work is involved with that one though.
Or, as some have suggested get a 993. That's what I'd go with.
If the styling ends up bothering you, I think you can do a 997 front-end conversion - not sure how much work is involved with that one though.
Or, as some have suggested get a 993. That's what I'd go with.
If you want to drive a cheap turbo, you just have to drive it ugly. Sorry for being blunt
It is cheap cuz is ugly, if you spend money to fix the ugly, it aren't cheap anymore. And you end up with a car no body want cuz is all hacked up.
09-10-13 | 10:56 AM
#26
Hey Henry,
Sorry for the late reply. I was considering a 997.2, Exige, or even a BRZ. But I've been distracted lately by a different toy with less wheels. My father in law recently purchased a motorcycle, and it was the perfect excuse for me to get one too! And of course I can't leave well enough alone, so I'm modifying it...
Sorry for the late reply. I was considering a 997.2, Exige, or even a BRZ. But I've been distracted lately by a different toy with less wheels. My father in law recently purchased a motorcycle, and it was the perfect excuse for me to get one too! And of course I can't leave well enough alone, so I'm modifying it...
09-10-13 | 04:28 PM
#27
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Just admit you didn't see what I wrote and be over it instead of reiterating your point. I already stated that the 996tt doesn't have an IMSB, but I purposely included it in the discussion to help the OP. And yes, the GT3 is not a turbo model and doesn't have an IMSB, but using your logic that would also be irrelevant to this thread.
Since my father in law is in NorCal, I am thinking about getting another bike so he can ride it down here. At least that is what I am telling my wife. You can come and ride with me Henry.
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