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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
It fits Porsche 356; A and B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case. The Cylinders are Cast Iron with JE Forged pistons with 22° Angle.
JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pocket. This kit requires no machine work, when installing in factory Porsche case & heads.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron
Pistons: JE 2618 Forged
Dome Height: .155
Compression: 9.5:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186AJE
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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
It fits Porsche 356; A and B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case. The Cylinders are Biral with Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with the 22° Angle, valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin. This kit requires no machine work, when installing in factory Porsche case & heads.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Biral
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 17
Compression: 9.2:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186PE
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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
It fits Porsche 356; A and B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case. The Cylinders are Cast Iron with Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with the 22° Angle, valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin. This kit requires no machine work, when installing in factory Porsche case & heads.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 17
Compression: 9.2:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186PA
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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
It fits Porsche 356; A and B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case. The Cylinders are Biral with JE Forged pistons with 22° Angle.
JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminium, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pocket, Biral Liners are a cast iron sleeve with aluminium fins, making them lighter and dissipate heat better . This kit requires no machine work, when installing in factory Porsche case & heads.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Biral.
Pistons: JE 2618 Forged
Dome Height: .155
Compression: 9.5:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186BJE
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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
Fits:
Porsche 356
Porsche 912
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081186SL
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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
Fits:
Porsche 356
Porsche 912
Cylinders: Biral
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081183BL
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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
Fits:
Porsche 356
Porsche 912
Cylinders: Biral.
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081186BL
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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
Fits:
Porsche 356
Porsche 912
Cylinders: Biral
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081182BL
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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
Fits: Porsche 356 A and B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case.
Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with the 22° Angle, valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 17
Compression: 9.2:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186EP
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- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
Fits: Porsche 356A and 356B, Super 90, 1955-63 with the 3 piece Case.
JE Forged Pistons with 22° Angle. JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pocket.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: JE 2618 Forged
Dome Height: .155
Compression: 9.5:1
Piston Angle: 22°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186JEAP
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Porsche OE Match Pistons & Cylinders - Factory-Spec Engine Rebuild Solutions
OE MATCH Pistons and Cylinders are precision-engineered engine components designed to meet or exceed original Porsche factory specifications. These matched piston and cylinder sets restore correct engine tolerances, compression, and oil control—making them ideal for engine rebuilds where reliability, longevity, and OEM-level performance are the priority.
Available from Design911, OE MATCH piston and cylinder kits provide a cost-effective, high-quality alternative to original equipment parts, ensuring dependable performance for road-driven, high-mileage, and lightly tuned Porsche engines.
What Do OE MATCH Pistons & Cylinders Do?
Pistons and cylinders form the heart of the combustion process, converting fuel energy into mechanical power.
Core Functions:
- Seal combustion pressure within the cylinder.
- Maintain correct compression ratios.
- Control oil consumption and lubrication.
- Guide piston movement with precise clearances.
- Support smooth, efficient engine operation.
Correctly matched pistons and cylinders are essential for engine performance and durability.
Why Do Pistons & Cylinders Fail?
Over time, pistons and cylinders wear due to heat, friction,
and combustion forces. Common failure causes include:
- Cylinder bore wear or scoring.
- Piston skirt wear from high mileage.
- Oil starvation or contamination.
- Overheating causing piston expansion or seizure.
- Loss of compression due to worn rings or bores.
These issues can lead to oil consumption, power loss, poor starting, and eventual engine failure.
Why Upgrade to OE MATCH Pistons & Cylinders?
OE MATCH piston and cylinder kits are designed to restore factory performance and reliability.
Upgrade Benefits:
- Manufactured to OEM specifications and tolerances.
- Matched sets ensure correct clearances and sealing.
- Improved oil control and compression.
- Ideal for engine rebuilds and preventative maintenance.
- Cost-effective alternative to genuine OE parts.
Upgrading restores engine efficiency and reliability without altering factory characteristics.
Highlights
- Porsche OE MATCH pistons and cylinder kits
- Factory-spec performance and reliability
- Precision-matched components for rebuilds
- Improved compression and oil control
- Ideal for road and high-mileage engines
