Can independent auto shops do it?

 

Assuming you don't need a new engine, it's about an $800 fix at the dealer. I'm not sure that the independent shops have the necessary tool to measure the crankcase for roundness. I would push Porsche customer service to repair the car under "extended warranty" as this is a known problem that is inherent in the 996 engine.

 

Thanks Dave,

are you the same Dave I met at Ferrari run today? he has the exact same blue cab as you. we talked briefly about your 3M bra done at Lucent.

Rich

 

That's me! Check out the picture that I just posted of the F-Car that went over the edge...