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- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
OE Match Complete Engine Gasket Set with Head Gaskets for Porsche 986 Boxster S 3.2L M96.24
Complete your Porsche engine rebuild with confidence using
this OE Match Complete Engine Gasket Set, specifically engineered for
the Porsche 986 Boxster S 3.2ltr (2003 onwards) fitted with the M96.24 engine
producing 191kW (260HP).
Fits:
- Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2003-04
This comprehensive engine rebuild gasket kit contains the essential seals and gaskets required to fully rebuild your engine, including both cylinder head gaskets, making it the ideal choice for complete engine overhauls, cylinder head repairs, engine reconditioning and preventative maintenance.
Manufactured to original equipment specifications, every gasket and seal is designed to provide precise fitment, exceptional sealing performance and long-lasting durability, ensuring your rebuilt M96 engine performs reliably for many years.
What Does a Complete Engine Gasket Set Do?
An engine gasket set contains all the major sealing components required to rebuild the engine correctly and prevent leaks between critical mating surfaces.
Its primary functions include:
- Sealing the combustion chambers.
- Maintaining correct engine compression.
- Preventing engine oil leaks.
- Preventing coolant leaks.
- Separating oil and coolant passages.
- Maintaining correct engine operating pressures.
- Restoring factory sealing performance during engine assembly.
Replacing every gasket during an engine rebuild helps ensure maximum reliability while significantly reducing the risk of future oil or coolant leaks.
Why Replace the Complete Gasket Set?
During engine disassembly, original gaskets become compressed and permanently deformed, making them unsuitable for reuse. Installing a complete gasket set ensures every sealing surface is renewed to OE standards.
A complete gasket set is recommended for:
- Full engine rebuilds.
- Cylinder head replacement.
- Engine reconditioning.
- Oil leak repairs.
- Coolant leak repairs.
- High mileage engine refurbishment.
- Preventative maintenance.
- Performance engine builds.
Replacing only selected gaskets can compromise the quality of the rebuild and increase the likelihood of future leaks.
Why Do Engine Gaskets Fail?
Engine gaskets are subjected to continuous heat, pressure and thermal expansion throughout their service life.
Common causes of failure include:
- Heat ageing.
- High mileage.
- Thermal cycling.
- Engine overheating.
- Oil contamination.
- Coolant contamination.
- Incorrect installation.
- Material fatigue over time.
Renewing every gasket during an engine rebuild restores the engine's sealing integrity and helps maximise long-term reliability.
When Should a Complete Gasket Set Be Installed?
A complete engine gasket set should always be fitted
whenever:
- Carrying out a complete engine rebuild.
- Replacing cylinder head gaskets.
- Removing the cylinder heads.
- Reconditioning the engine.
- Repairing significant oil leaks.
- Repairing coolant leaks.
- Performing preventative maintenance.
- Completing a professional engine overhaul.
Replacing every gasket during assembly reduces repeat labour, improves engine reliability and delivers a professional-quality rebuild.
OE Match Quality You Can Trust
This OE Match Complete Engine Gasket Set offers:
- Complete engine rebuild gasket kit.
- Includes both cylinder head gaskets.
- Manufactured to OE specifications.
- Premium sealing materials.
- Excellent resistance to heat, oil and coolant.
- Precision-engineered fitment.
- Direct replacement components.
- Ideal for professional engine rebuilding.
- Long service life and dependable reliability.
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999100M9624
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356 1950-55
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
The OE Match Engine Head Gasket Set is a premium-quality replacement engine sealing kit designed to provide all the essential gaskets and seals required when removing and refitting the cylinder head on compatible Porsche engines. Manufactured to OE specifications for fit, sealing performance and durability, this comprehensive gasket set restores the engine's sealing integrity, ensuring reliable compression, effective coolant and oil separation, and long-term engine performance.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356 1950-55
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Manufactured from premium heat-resistant and oil-resistant sealing materials, each gasket is engineered to withstand extreme combustion pressures, high operating temperatures and continuous exposure to engine oil and coolant. Precision-cut for direct OE-style installation, every component is designed to match the original factory specifications, making this gasket set ideal for engine rebuilds, cylinder head repairs and major engine servicing.
What This Product Does:
- Provides all the essential seals required when servicing the cylinder head.
- Restores a reliable seal between the cylinder head and engine block.
- Maintains engine compression.
- Prevents oil and coolant leaks.
- Separates oil, coolant and combustion chambers.
- Supports efficient engine operation and performance.
- Restores factory sealing throughout the cylinder head assembly.
- Forms an essential part of the engine rebuild and repair process.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Engine overheating.
- Coolant loss without visible external leaks.
- Engine oil contamination.
- Milky residue beneath the oil filler cap.
- White exhaust smoke caused by coolant entering the combustion chamber.
- Loss of engine compression.
- Poor engine performance or misfires.
- External oil or coolant leaks around the cylinder head.
- Bubbles in the coolant expansion tank.
- Low coolant level or excessive cooling system pressure.
Why Replacement Matters:
- The cylinder head gasket and associated seals are subjected to extreme combustion pressures, constant thermal cycling and continual exposure to engine oil and coolant. Over time, these sealing components can deteriorate, allowing fluids to mix or escape and reducing engine compression.
- A failed head gasket or deteriorated sealing components can lead to overheating, coolant loss, oil contamination and significant engine damage if left unresolved. During any cylinder head removal, replacing all associated gaskets and seals is essential to ensure a reliable repair and prevent future leaks.
- The OE Match Engine Head Gasket Set provides all the necessary sealing components to restore factory sealing performance during engine repairs. Manufactured to OE standards using premium-quality materials, this comprehensive gasket set delivers precise fitment, excellent durability and dependable long-term reliability, making it the ideal solution for Porsche engine rebuilds, restorations and preventative maintenance.
Related reference numbers
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61610018403
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356 1950-55
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Fits:
Porsche 356
Porsche 912
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61610190101
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- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Fits:
Porsche 356 Carrera 2 (1960 to 1965)
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Diagram ref no 38, 40, 42, 43, and 44.
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PCG10491100
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