THE FIRST. THE ORIGINAL.

 

The IMS Retrofit is a registered trademark of LN Engineering LLC and the original ceramic hybrid ball-bearing replacement for the M96/M97 engine - the only one trusted by hundreds of independent mechanics and used by dealerships worldwide.

 

PROBLEM: IMS FAILURE. SOLUTION: IMS RETROFIT.

 

WHY DO IMS BEARINGS FAIL?

 

 

• Lack of lubrication (sealed bearing was used)

 

• Insufficient load capacity (factory single row bearing had high failure rate of 8% according to the Eisen class action lawsuit)

 

• The factory did not supply a service interval, replacement, or tools for changing the original bearing out – bearing should have had a service interval!

 

 

IMS RETROFIT AS A PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE:

 

 

• IMS replacement takes an average of 10-14 hours.

 

• Typically coupled with clutch and other maintenance.

 

• Engine rebuilds take 60+ hours and can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

 

• Engines must be pre-qualified prior to bearing replacement.

 

 

WHAT FACTORY BEARING DOES MY ENGINE HAVE?

 

 

• 1997-1999: This engine featured a dual row bearing IMS

 

• 2000-2001: These engines came from the factory with either a dual row or a single row bearing IMS

 

• 2002-2005: This engine featured a single row bearing IMS. Some late production 2005 models will have a non-servicable IMS.

 

• 2006-2008: These engines were fitted with a larger bearing that is not serviceable without a complete teardown of the engine.

 

• If the engine in your car has been replaced, it will have whatever IMS bearing was in production for that model year of manufacture for the replacement 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 and feature custom-made, ceramic hybrid ball bearings made exclusively for LN Engineering.

 

 

NOW WITH 2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY!

 

Warranty requires registration and compliance with program requirements. 

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.