‘97 986 Camshaft deviation

Asked by Ash19743 Oct 24, 2019 at 11:53 PM about the 1997 Porsche Boxster Base

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I bought a ‘97 Boxster with 55000
miles. Changed the oil and was told
minor debris. They tested for IMS and
said the Camshaft dev was B1-3 and
B2- (-9). What does this difference
between 3 to -9 mean?

3 Answers

Ash19743 answered 4 years ago

I think the answer depends on who you ask. Per this mechanic the value is off in the Bank 2. Expected to be in the +\-6 range. Per him 12 was max. Does that mean collateral damage has been done? Or does it mean it is time to get the IMS upgrade. I’m in original IMS so far!!

Mark helpful

F_O_R answered 4 years ago

Since the IMS is doomed to fail you should replace it! If you think that is expensive wait a little longer and you may need a new engine.

Mark helpful

Ash19743 answered 4 years ago

Thanks for your frank answer. Very much appreciated! Car is now getting the updated bearing put on plus clutch.

Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • ‘97 986 Camshaft deviation 3 Answers

    I bought a ‘97 Boxster with 55000 miles. Changed the oil and was told minor debris. They tested for IMS and said the Camshaft dev was B1-3 and B2- (-9). What does this difference between 3 to -9 ...

    1997 Porsche Boxster Base

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 1999 Boxster 986 dash lights stay on when car is turned off. What do I check? 2 Answers

    When I turn my 1999 Boxster 986 off a couple of the dashboard indicator lights remain on. This just started happening. What to I check to fix this problem.

    1999 Porsche Boxster Base

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • loss of compresion 2 Answers

    i have a 97 porsche boxster that only has 35 pounds of compresion in the # 3 piston.what could be the cause of this issue. i think it may be the rings becasue the rest of the cylinders have full compr...

    1997 Porsche Boxster Base

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • 2004 911 Turbo Camshaft deviation 2 Answers

    Presently looking at a 2004 911 Turbo for possible purchase. Diagnostics show a camshaft deviation in bank 1 of .06 degrees but in bank 2 of -3.22 degrees. Should I buy the car? Is this a serious pr...

    2004 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet AWD

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

  • Oil 1 Answer

    My 2003 has been in storage for the last two years no oil drippings but has lost oil. It only has 35,000 miles so what could have happened to the oil

    2003 Porsche Boxster Base

    -

    Maintenance & Repair

Boxster

Looking for a Used Boxster in your area?

CarGurus has 52 nationwide Boxster listings starting at $12,700.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search Porsche Boxster Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Stephen Smith
    Reputation
    1,190
  • #2
    James Ruggere
    Reputation
    800
  • #3
    Tim O'Meara
    Reputation
    780
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Porsche 911
19 Great Deals out of 247 listings starting at $22,980
Used Chevrolet Corvette
20 Great Deals out of 750 listings starting at $1,850
Used Mazda MX-5 Miata
162 listings starting at $8,496
Used Ford Mustang
33 Great Deals out of 1,565 listings starting at $5,977
Used BMW 3 Series
56 Great Deals out of 1,180 listings starting at $2,500
Used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
6 Great Deals out of 107 listings starting at $13,888
Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class
38 Great Deals out of 501 listings starting at $5,450

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.