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Cylinder head gasket set, SET OF 6. Porsche 964 / 993 ❭ 96410411520
- Porsche 964 (911) C2 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) C4 1989-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) RS 3.8L 1991-93
- Porsche 964 (911) TURBO 3.6L 1991-93
- Porsche 993 (911) C2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) RS 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C2S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) C4S 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO 1994-96
- Porsche 993 (911) GT2 1994-97
- Porsche 993 (911) TURBO S 1994-97
This cylinder head gasket set (6-piece) is an OE Match replacement kit designed for air-cooled Porsche 964 and 993 flat-six engines. This set includes the full quantity of head sealing rings required for a complete engine top-end service or rebuild.
SET OF 6
Fits:
Porsche 964 C2 / C4 / Carrera RS 1991-94
M 62M 06837 >>
M 62M 52758 >>
Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6L 1993 - 1994
Porsche 993 1995 - 1998
Diagram ref no 8
Cylinder head gaskets (sealing rings) play a critical role in containing combustion pressure and heat. They ensure a gas-tight seal between the cylinder and head, supporting stable compression, efficient combustion, and consistent engine performance across all six cylinders.
Replacing all six gaskets at once ensures uniform sealing and balanced compression throughout the engine.
Function:
• Seals the cylinder-to-head interface under extreme heat and pressure
• Maintains compression integrity for efficient combustion
• Prevents blow-by and gas leakage at the head joint
• Protects cylinder heads and barrels during long-term operation
Correct sealing is essential on air-cooled engines, where thermal expansion and operating temperatures place high stress on the head-to-cylinder joint.
Cylinder head gaskets are exposed to extreme thermal and mechanical stress. Over time, sealing rings can lose effectiveness, leading to:
• Compression loss
• Combustion gas leakage
• Reduced engine efficiency
• Risk of head or cylinder damage.
Replacing all six gaskets during a rebuild or top-end refresh ensures consistent sealing, protects machined surfaces, and supports long-term engine reliability.
When to replace. Replace cylinder head gaskets when:
• Performing a top-end rebuild or engine overhaul
• Cylinder heads are removed
• Leak-down or compression tests show sealing issues
• Evidence of combustion leakage is found
• As preventative maintenance during engine restoration
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This kit is comprised of the following items:
- Porsche Boxster 981 Spyder 3.8L 2016
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C2S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 997 MKII Carrera C4S 3.8L 2009-12
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C2S / GTS 3.8L (400/430 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche 991.1 Carrera C4S / GTS 3.8L (400/430 Bhp) 2012-16
- Porsche Cayman GT4 3.8L 2015-16
This genuine Porsche Engine Piston is a core internal engine part for high-performance 3.8 L Porsche engines found in 997.2, 991.1, 981 Boxster Spyder, and 981C Cayman GT4 models. As a complete Porsche-specified piston, it ensures correct combustion sealing, friction characteristics, thermal resilience, and integration with OE rings and rods - preserving factory performance, durability, and engine dynamics.
Sold each, 6 required per vehicle.
Fits:
Porsche 997.2 Carrera 4 / 4S / 4GTS 3.8L 2009 - 2012
* engine code: A101
Porsche 991.1 Carrera 4 / 4S / 4GTS 3.8L 2012 - 2016
* engine code: A103
* cars without Compression variant (PR:-145)
Porsche 981 Boxster Spyder 3.8L 2016
Porsche 981C Cayman GT4 3.8L 2016
Diagram ref no 1
An engine piston is a critical internal combustion engine component that reciprocates within the engine’s cylinder bore. Its primary role is to convert the expanding gas forces created by combustion into mechanical motion. When fuel and air ignite in the combustion chamber, the piston is driven downward, transmitting force through the connecting rod to the crankshaft - ultimately generating engine power. The piston also helps seal the combustion chamber, control oil consumption, and withstand extreme temperatures and pressures during operation.
Functions & Technical Role:
• Combustion pressure handling: Converts the force of combustion into linear piston movement
• Sealing the chamber: Works with piston rings to maintain compression and prevent blow-by
• Heat resistance: Made from high-strength aluminium alloy to endure extreme engine temperatures
• Oil control: Cooperates with rings and skirt design to manage oil lubrication
• Precision fit: Porsche-specified dimensions and surface finishes reduce friction and improve longevity
Fitment / Position on Car
• Installed on: Inside the engine block’s cylinder bores
• Location: One per cylinder; typically 6 pistons required for a complete 3.8 L flat-six engine
• Orientation: Works with piston rings, wrist pin, and connecting rod to form the bottom of the combustion chamber
Pistons operate at the heart of the combustion process under extreme heat and pressure. Using a genuine Porsche OE piston means you’re getting:
• Exact metallurgical specification matched to the engine’s operating envelope
• Precision machining tolerances for optimal clearances and minimal friction
• Verified durability and fatigue resistance for high RPM use
• Factory-matching to rings and skirts for combustion sealing and minimal blow-by
Genuine OE pistons ensure reliability and longevity.
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