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- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Kit requires no crankcase machine work and will slip into any 1.7 /1.8 or 2.0ltr cases.
1.7ltr cylinder heads will need to be opened up to 96mm

Fits:
Porsche 914
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
Piston Set
1.7ltr / 1.8ltr - VW9600T4S66P
2.0ltr - VW9600T4S71P
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
Kit requires no crankcase machine work and will slip into any 1.7 /1.8 or 2.0ltr cases.
1.7ltr cylinder heads will need to be opened up to 96mm

Fits:
Porsche 914
Cylinders: Aluminium Biral
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
Piston Set
1.7ltr / 1.8ltr - VW9600T4S66P
2.0ltr - VW9600T4S71P
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
- Porsche 912E 4CYL 1976

Fits:
Porsche 914
Porsche 912 E
Cylinder is 14.6mm longer, Designed to be "cut to fit" for long stroke or long rod engines.
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Machine Work Required
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

Fits: Porsche 914, Type 4
Engine size: 1700cc
Stroke: For 66mm stroke crankshafts
Pistons: Hypereutectic aluminium alloy
Compression Height: 42mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings.
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminium, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. This set comes with a 34.6mm Compression Height and the 24mm Pin. The slightly smaller compression height allows you to easily build small stroked engines 71 to 78mm with the Standard length rods that have the 24mm pins. Biral Liners are a cast iron sleeve with aluminium fins, making them lighter and dissipate heat better.It is a Slip in kit no machine work is needed.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2000cc
Stroke: 71 to 78mm
Cylinders: Biral
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 34.60mm
Pin: 24mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminium, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 30.08mm Compression Height with a 22mm Pin. The smaller compression height allows you to build large stroked engines 78 to 86mm using longer rods that have the 22mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.3L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2865cc with 86mm Crank
Stroke: 78 to 86mm
Cylinders: cast iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 30.08mm
Pin: 22mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminium, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 34.6mm Compression Height and the 24mm Pin. The slightly smaller compression height allows you to easily build small stroked engines 71 to 78mm with the Standard length rods that have the 24mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.3L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2365cc with 71mm crank
Stroke: 71 to 78mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 34.60mm
Pin: 24mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 30.08mm Compression Height with a 22mm Pin. The smaller compression height allows you to build large stroked engines 78 to 86mm using longer rods that have the 22mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.4L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2921cc with 86mm Crank
Stroke: 78 to 86mm
Cylinders: cast iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 30.08mm
Pin: 22mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 34.6mm Compression Height and the 24mm Pin. The slightly smaller compression height allows you to easily build small stroked engines 71 to 78mm with the Standard length rods that have the 24mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.4L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2412cc with 71mm crank
Stroke: 71 to 78mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 34.60mm
Pin: 24mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 30.08mm Compression Height with a 22mm Pin. The smaller compression height allows you to build large stroked engines 78 to 86mm using longer rods that have the 22mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.4L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2978cc with 86mm Crank
Stroke: 78 to 86mm
Cylinders: cast iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 30.08mm
Pin: 22mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
- Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pockets. The Big Bore Cylinders are honed in house to exact tolerances. This set comes with a 34.6mm Compression Height and the 24mm Pin. The slightly smaller compression height allows you to easily build small stroked engines 71 to 78mm with the Standard length rods that have the 24mm pins giving you the option to Build 2.4L and bigger Engines. This is a Machine in kit you will need to open both the Heads and Case to install them.
Engine Type : Porsche 914, VW Type 4, Bus or Sandrail.
Engine size: 2458cc with 71mm crank
Stroke: 71 to 78mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron
Pistons: Forged JE
Compression Height: 34.60mm
Pin: 24mm
Set includes: 4 pistons, 4 cylinders, 4 pins and a set of rings
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