All model year 1997-2008 Boxster, Cayman, and 911 models can suffer from IMS failures, with exception of Turbo, GT2, or GT3 models.
There is only one IMS Retrofit™! The IMS Retrofit™ is a registered trademark of LN Engineering LLC and the original ceramic hybrid ball-bearing replacement for the M96 and M97 engine. All other bearing replacements are just imitations. All genuine LN IMS Retrofit kits come laser etched, engraved, and serial numbered to validate their authenticity.
New for 2013, all single row bearing IMS Retrofit kits come with cryogenically treated bearings to further improve wear resistance and increase longevity!
The IMS Retrofit™ and patent pending IMS Retrofit™ Pro Toolkit was developed in partnership with Flat 6 Innovations. LN Engineering and Flat 6 Innovations are the co-developers of the IMS Solution.
Mission
LN Engineering, a leader in the Porsche aftermarket for high performance products and services, is producer of the trademarked Nickies™ cylinders for aircooled Porsches. LN Engineering has established itself as the only premium brand in the industry with a well-respected name and customer base.
LN Engineering continually seeks for and develops new products in line with its no compromise stance on delivering quality over quantity at a fair price with a clear focus on service and support, differentiating itself from competitors by delivering aircooled precision performance since 2002, offering custom JE Pistons and R&R Pro Billet Chromoly Connecting Rods in addition to its Nickies™ cylinders.
This mission continues in 2009 with an expanding line of products and services for the M96 & M97 water-cooled engines found in Porsche’s newest 911, Boxster, and Cayman models and continued research in the area of lubricants and improving longevity for all Porsche models.
LN Engineering is owned and operated by Charles Navarro and Tammy Hellings. Both are graduates of Northwestern University and Tammy has her MBA from Olivet Nazarene University. Charles and Tammy are both directors in the Momence Lions Club and Charles is a past Alderman for the City of Momence. LN Engineering is a proud sponsor of the Momence Lions Community Scholarships and is very involved in the local community. LN Engineering proudly supports Buy Local - Hire Local programs and all manufactures its Nickies™ cylinders and other associated product lines in the United States.