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SET OF 12 valve guides - 1st Oversize -  Inlet x6 and exhaust x6.

This set of 12 consists of twelve valve guides 93010432150 (first oversize) allowing you to replace the guides in all cylinders of your Porsche engine in one comprehensive package. Ideal for a full cylinder head rebuild, this matched set ensures uniform fitment across all cylinders and simplifies parts procurement.

Fits:
Porsche 911 1965 - 1989

Outer diameter: 13,26 mm,
Bore Ø: 9,00 mm,
Length: 51,20 mm,
Fitting Position: Intake Side

Diagram Ref No 2.

•  Position on Vehicle: All valve positions across the engine’s cylinder heads where intake/exhaust guides are located.

• Applications: Recommended when undertaking a full head rebuild, especially after seat machining, guide bore wear or when aiming for consistent component age across all cylinders.

Replacing all valve guides together ensures even wear characteristics, consistent valve movement and avoids mixing new guides with old worn ones which may compromise engine balance or longevity.

When to replace full set:
•  Full cylinder head rebuild including seat work, milling or guide bore enlargement.
•  Engine showing symptoms of widespread valve guide wear (smoke, oil consumption, play) across multiple cylinders.
•  When aiming for maximum long-term reliability and standardised new parts across the engine.


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Engine Timing Chain Kit.
This comprehensive timing chain overhaul kit includes the duplex timing chain along with guide rails, tensioner hardware and timing chain system components. Designed for Porsche 911 997 Turbo 3.6L M97.70 2007-2009. It ensures your timing drive system is fully refreshed.

Fits:

• Porsche 997 MK1 TURBO 2007-09

Diagram Ref No 23, 26, 29, 30, 31

What These Products Do:

• The timing chain ensures synchronicity between the crankshaft and camshafts (and sometimes intermediate shafts) so that the engine’s valves open and close at precisely the correct times.
• The chain drives these components; the guides/rails maintain correct chain path and tension, avoiding slack or mis‐alignment.
• Over time, chain wear, guide wear, tensioner fatigue or rail damage can allow the timing chain to “slacken” or develop play, which compromises timing accuracy, increases noise, and in worst cases can lead to catastrophic engine damage.
• The kit replaces all critical elements so the timing system returns to factory specification: fresh chain, guides, rails and related drive mechanism components.

Symptoms & When To Replace:

• Persistent rattling or clattering noise from the front of the engine (timing cover area) especially on cold start or idle — a common symptom of chain slack.
  
• Check engine light or fault codes related to camshaft timing, intermediate shaft, or variable valve timing — indicating potential timing chain or guide issues.
  
• Loss of power, rough running, misfiring or erratic engine behaviour — if timing is drifting due to chain wear/tensioner failure.
  
• High mileage engine or suspected wear: For performance engines, even if no overt symptoms yet, many recommend proactive replacement of timing system components when major work is being done.
  
• During major engine service (e.g., removal of timing cover, replacement of camshafts, front engine work) — since labour to access timing system is significant, replacing the kit at that time is efficient.
  
• When inspection reveals visible signs: worn chain links, elongated chain, cracked guide rails, damaged tensioner, excessive play in timing drive components.

Why Replacement Matters:

• Protects engine integrity: A failed timing chain or guide can lead to valve‐to‐piston contact, catastrophic engine damage, and huge repair cost — replacing this kit reduces that risk.
  
• Restores engine timing accuracy: A new chain/guide/rail set ensures valve timing is correct, delivering full engine performance, proper idle, smooth operation and correct response.
  
• Eliminates timing drive noise: Slack chain or failing guides often cause audible noise; fresh components restore quiet and refined engine behaviour.
  
• Cost-effective when open: Since accessing the timing chain system involves significant labour, replacing the full kit while you’re already under the timing cover saves rework later.

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Accessory Drive Belt Kit (Serpentine Belt Kit)
This kit includes everything needed to replace the primary wear components of your accessory drive system. Each kit comes complete with a new serpentine belt, drive belt tensioner shock, tensioner pulley, two idler pulleys, and all required hardware.

The accessory drive belt—commonly known as a serpentine belt—delivers power from the engine’s crankshaft to essential components such as the alternator, water pump, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. It drives these systems through a network of pulleys synchronized by the belt’s rotation.

Regular inspection of the belt is important. Look for cracking, fraying, glazing, or other signs of wear. Most manufacturers recommend replacing the belt every 50,000 to 100,000 miles. Proper belt tension is equally critical, so it’s advisable to inspect the belt tensioner and idler pulleys any time the belt is serviced.

Fits:

·         Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel 245HP 2010-17
·         Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid 380HP 2010-17
·         Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD (420Hp) 2014-16
·         Porsche 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD Executive 2014-16
·         Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD (420Hp) 2014-16
·         Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014-16

Symptoms of Accessory Drive Belt Kit Failure

• Wear and Tear: Cracking, glazing, or fraying can cause the belt to slip. 
•   Pulley Misalignment: Misaligned pulleys lead to uneven wear and unwanted noise. 
•   Improper Tension: Too much or too little tension can result in belt slip or premature component failure. 
•   Contamination: Oil, coolant, or debris can weaken the belt material. 
•   Excessive Noise: A squealing sound, especially at start-up, often indicates belt or tensioner issues.       

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Engine Timing Chain Kit.
This timing chain kit is designed for Porsche 996 Turbo 3.6L M96.70 engines requiring replacement of the timing chain and associated components. The kit  includes the timing chain, guides/rails and other essential timing drive hardware.

This overhaul kit ensures your engine’s timing system is brought back to proper specification — chain, guides, rails, tensioning path — all refreshed in one package.

Fits:

• Porsche 996 TURBO 2000-05

Diagram Ref No 18, 21, 23, 24, 25

What These Products Do:

• The timing chain system synchronises the crankshaft and camshafts (and sometimes intermediate shafts) so that valves open/close at the correct times relative to piston position.
• The chain itself drives the cam from the crank or intermediate shaft. Guides/rails ensure the chain runs in the correct path, stays under tension, and minimises noise and wear.
• Over time, the chain can stretch, guides can wear or fracture, tensioners can lose preload — which leads to timing slack, chain noise, and in worst cases mis-timing or catastrophic engine damage.
• A full kit replacing the chain and guides resets the timing system back to proper specification — chain path, tension, alignment — thereby restoring performance, reliability, and longevity of the engine.

When You Should Consider Replacement:

• You hear rattling or clattering from the front of the engine (timing cover area) during start-up, idle or under load — a classic sign of chain slack.
  
• You experience poor engine performance, rough running or misfires linked to timing errors.
  
• The engine has high mileage or long service history with original timing components — wear is cumulative and replacing early can prevent failure.
  
• On inspection you find worn guides/rails (cracked plastic, split surfaces) or visible chain slack.
• You catch related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for camshaft timing or intermediate shaft etc.

Why Replacement Matters:

• Protects the engine: Timing chain failure can lead to valve-to-piston contact, major engine damage and huge cost. Replacing the chain system early is preventive.
  
• Restores correctly timed operation: With new chain/guides, your cam/valve timing is returned to spec; the engine runs smoother, more reliably, and with full power.
  
• Eliminates noise & improves reliability: Worn guides or slack chain produce unacceptable noise and indicate impending failure. Replacing resolves these.
  
• Cost-effective while open: Major labour is already required to access the timing chain; replacing only part of the system risks repeated labour later.

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Accessory Drive Belt Kit (Serpentine Belt Kit)
This kit includes everything needed to replace the primary wear components of your accessory drive system. Each kit comes complete with a new serpentine belt, drive belt tensioner shock, tensioner pulley, two idler pulleys, and all required hardware.

The accessory drive belt—commonly known as a serpentine belt—delivers power from the engine’s crankshaft to essential components such as the alternator, water pump, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. It drives these systems through a network of pulleys synchronized by the belt’s rotation.

Regular inspection of the belt is important. Look for cracking, fraying, glazing, or other signs of wear. Most manufacturers recommend replacing the belt every 50,000 to 100,000 miles. Proper belt tension is equally critical, so it’s advisable to inspect the belt tensioner and idler pulleys any time the belt is serviced.

Fits:
Porsche 95B.1 Macan S Petrol 3.0L V6 340Bhp 2014-18
Porsche 95B.1 Macan S Diesel 3.0L V6 258Bhp 2014-18
Porsche 95B.1 Macan GTS Petrol 3.0L V6 360Bhp 2014-18
Porsche 95B.1 Macan Turbo 3.6L V6 400Bhp 2014-18  

Symptoms of Accessory Drive Belt Kit Failure

• Wear and Tear: Cracking, glazing, or fraying can cause the belt to slip. 
•   Pulley Misalignment: Misaligned pulleys lead to uneven wear and unwanted noise. 
•   Improper Tension: Too much or too little tension can result in belt slip or premature component failure. 
•   Contamination: Oil, coolant, or debris can weaken the belt material. 
•   Excessive Noise: A squealing sound, especially at start-up, often indicates belt or tensioner issues.       

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This kit includes everything needed to replace the primary wear components of your accessory drive system. Each kit comes complete with a new serpentine belt, drive belt tensioner shock, tensioner pulley, two idler pulleys, and all required hardware.

The accessory drive belt—commonly known as a serpentine belt—delivers power from the engine’s crankshaft to essential components such as the alternator, water pump, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. It drives these systems through a network of pulleys synchronized by the belt’s rotation.

Regular inspection of the belt is important. Look for cracking, fraying, glazing, or other signs of wear. Most manufacturers recommend replacing the belt every 50,000 to 100,000 miles. Proper belt tension is equally critical, so it’s advisable to inspect the belt tensioner and idler pulleys any time the belt is serviced.

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·         Porsche 957 Cayenne S/GTS 4.8L 2007-10
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·         Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol 400HP 2010-17
·         Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol 500HP 2010-17
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·         Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
·         Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13

Symptoms of Accessory Drive Belt Kit Failure

• Wear and Tear: Cracking, glazing, or fraying can cause the belt to slip. 
•   Pulley Misalignment: Misaligned pulleys lead to uneven wear and unwanted noise. 
•   Improper Tension: Too much or too little tension can result in belt slip or premature component failure. 
•   Contamination: Oil, coolant, or debris can weaken the belt material. 
•   Excessive Noise: A squealing sound, especially at start-up, often indicates belt or tensioner issues.       

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Engine Timing Chain Kit.
Comprehensive timing chain overhaul kit for Porsche 986 Boxster 2.7L M96.23 / 3.2L M96.24 2002-2004 which includes components such as timing chain, guide rail, plus related chains, rails and hardware designed to restore your engine’s timing system.

Fits:

• Porsche Boxster 986 2.7L 2002-04
• Porsche Boxster S 986 3.2L 2002-04

Diagram Ref No 18, 19, 20, 24, 26, 28, 32, 35, 36, 37

What These Products Do:

• The timing chain system in these Porsche engines synchronises the crankshaft with the intermediate shaft and camshafts — ensuring correct valve timing, ignition timing and overall engine sequence.
• The chains carry the drive from the crank to intermediate shaft. Guides/rails support and tension the chain, ensure correct path and reduce slack or noise.
• Over time, chains stretch, guides wear or break, tensioners may lose preload — which can result in timing slack, chain rattle, mis-timing or even catastrophic engine damage in worst-case.
• A full kit ensures you replace all critical components — chain, guides, rails — so that the timing system is restored to proper specification and you eliminate weak points.

Signs & Symptoms You Should Replace:

• A rattling or clattering noise from the front engine cover especially on start-up or at idle — often the chain has slack or the guide/rail is worn.
  
• Check engine light triggered by mis-timing, camshaft sensor errors or intermediate shaft errors.
  
• Loss of power, rough running or mis-firing — if timing has shifted due to chain stretch or guide failure, valve timing may be off.
  
• High mileage / age on the engine and you plan major service – pre-emptive replacement avoids risk of failure.
  
• Visual inspection (if cover removed) shows excessive chain slack, broken plastic guide rail, broken tensioner, or damaged rail.
• During engine work (removal of front engine cover, timing cover, etc) – if the drive system is exposed you should replace the chain kit rather than just individual items.

Why Replacement Matters:

• Protects engine integrity — on these engines especially, a failed timing chain system can result in valve/piston contact or catastrophic failure.
  
• Restores correct timing — ensuring the timing chain, guides and rails are all new means valve timing and ignition timing will be accurate and reliable.
  
• Eliminates noise & improves reliability — replacing worn components removes chain slap noise and reduces risk of future damage.
  
• Cost-effective preventive maintenance — since the timing system requires major disassembly, doing the full kit while you’re already in there pays off rather than having to open the engine again later.

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Complete Rear Lower and Upper Control Arm set, includes:
• 2x 97033104700 (upper control arms)
• 4x 97033104300 (upper outer track control arms)
• 1x 97033104104 (left lower wishbone)
• 1x 97033104204 (right lower wishbone)
• A genuine OE Porsche fitting kit (bolts, washers, nuts, alignment shims as required)

Each arm is engineered to replicate the original Porsche equipment, including correct geometry, premium bushings, and exact mounting points. The fitting kit ensures all factory-specified fasteners and alignment shims are included for a seamless install. This unified kit restores both the upper and lower rear axle linkages, giving you full axle symmetry, correct handling behaviour and reinstated ride quality.

Fits:
Porsche 970 Panamera 2010 - 2016

Diagram ref no:  8, 9, 15, 18, 19, 20 (upper)
Diagram ref no: 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 (lower)

• Position on Vehicle: 
Rear suspension lower track control arms (left & right) - connecting rear sub-frame to wheel carrier.
Rear suspension upper centre and upper outer track arms - linking sub-frame and wheel carrier at upper level.

• Applications: 
Ideal for vehicles where the rear suspension arms and bushings are worn, exhibiting play, knocking, or uneven tyre wear - or when performing a full rear axle suspension upgrade for maximum performance and durability.

The rear upper and lower control arms are fundamental to wheel location, suspension articulation, alignment retention and handling precision. Worn arms or degraded bushings can cause rear-end instability, excessive play, uneven tyre wear, clunks and compromised ride quality. This full-axle kit ensures matched new components on both sides of the rear axle, restores correct rear suspension geometry, supports tyre life and preserves your vehicle’s dynamic performance.

When and why to replace:
• Observable play or clunking in the rear suspension when accelerating, braking or cornering.
• Uneven or abnormal rear tyre wear, or alignment out of specification.
• During major rear suspension service (bushings, links, shocks, sub-frame work) when access is given.
• High-mileage Panamera where the original rear arms are likely fatigued and near end-of-service life.
• You want matched axle performance and avoid uneven behaviour by replacing only one side.

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Belt Tensioner Roller.



Fits:
Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L HYBRID 2011-18 (Engine D19)
Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L PETROL 2011-18 (Engine D11)

Porsche 970 Panamera V6 3.0L HYBRID 2012-16 (Engines CGEA / CGE / CGFA)

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Complete Rear Lower track control arm set, includes:
• 1x 97033104104  (left lower wishbone)
• 1x 97033104204  (right lower wishbone)
• A genuine OE Porsche fitting kit (bolts, washers, nuts, alignment shims as required)

Together, these components offer a complete rear lower suspension refresh. Each control arm is manufactured to match original Porsche equipment in terms of geometry, material, bushings and mounting points - ensuring restored capability for alignment, ride comfort and handling precision.

Fits:
Porsche 970 Panamera 2010 - 2016

Diagram ref no 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17

• Position on Vehicle: Rear suspension, lower track control arm positions - one each side of the rear axle, connecting wheel carrier to sub-frame and controlling lateral movement under load.

• Applications: Ideal when one or both of the rear lower track arms are worn, bushings are degraded, or when performing a full rear suspension refresh to restore alignment, ride quality and handling balance.

The rear lower track control arms are crucial to maintaining accurate wheel positioning, alignment and rear-end stability under acceleration, braking and cornering. When the arms or bushings are worn, you may experience rear instability, uneven tyre wear, clunks when cornering or general degradation of handling. Replacing them restores full factory geometry, improves ride comfort and reduces wear on related suspension components.

When and why to replace:
• Noticeable play or clunking in the rear suspension under load or when driving over uneven surfaces.
• Uneven rear tyre wear or rear alignment constantly drifting out of spec.
• After replacement of other suspension components (rear bushes, track arms, shock absorbers) where access is granted.
• High-mileage Panamera where original track arms/bushings are likely fatigued.
• If you’re looking for a matched-axle solution to ensure both sides of the rear suspension perform identically, rather than replacing just one side.

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Front Shock Absorber Top Mount & Overhaul Kit.
Renew the top mount of your Porsche 997 MKI C2 / C2S front shock/strut assembly with this comprehensive overhaul kit.

Fits:

• Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08 (For Cars With PASM)
• Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08 (For Cars With PASM)

Diagram Ref No 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15

What This Product Does:

• The top mount of the front shock/strut is the crucial structural point where the strut’s top end is fixed to the vehicle’s body/strut tower. It supports the spring/damper load, isolates vibration, allows steering rotation (via bearing or mount plate) and maintains suspension geometry.
• Over time, the top mount hardware—cap, washers, plates, mount bearing or rubber isolator—can degrade: rubber may soften or crack, hardware may corrode or loosen, the mount plate may shift under load. These failures can lead to creaks, clunks, poor ride response and degraded handling.
• The overhaul kit replaces all of these components in one go, ensuring the top mount assembly is returned to its proper condition — secure, correctly aligned, free of play, and with correct installed preload.

When You Should Consider Replacement:

• Knocking or clunking noises from the front strut top area—particularly when going over bumps or when steering the wheel. A failing top mount is a common source of such noises.
  
• Steering feels less precise, or there is increased play or vague feedback in the front end during cornering, possibly due to mount movement under load.
  
• Ride quality has degraded, or you notice increased vibration, harsher ride or poorer damping response—indicating that the mount is no longer effectively isolating or securing the strut.
  
• You are replacing the front shocks/struts: since the top mount must be accessed when the strut is removed, replacing the mount kit at the same time is efficient and prevents needing to revisit later.
  
• Visual inspection or age/mileage factor: If you notice any of the following—cracked mount rubber, corroded top mount nut/cap, missing or damaged mount hardware—it’s wise to replace. Also, if your vehicle has high mileage or has been driven hard, the mount hardware is high on the list of wear items.
  
  

Why Replacement Matters:

• Restores suspension performance & precision: On a high-performance car like a Porsche, the top mount is part of the load path and geometry of the front suspension. If it is worn, the strut may move slightly under load, compromising alignment, tyre contact patch and handling.
  
• Eliminates noise & improves ride comfort: Many owners report knocking, creaks or harshness that trace back to worn mount caps, washers or mount plates. A fresh kit removes this weak link.
  
• Prevents escalation of wear or damage: A failing mount can allow movement that stresses the strut shaft, spring seat, mount plate or body mount—leading to more expensive damage. Replacing the mount kit prevents this chain reaction.
  
• Cost-effective maintenance timing: Since you already remove or support the strut to access the top mount, replacing the mount kit now adds little extra labour cost and avoids needing to revisit the area.

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Renew the top mount of your Porsche 997 MKI C2 / C2S front shock/strut assembly with this comprehensive overhaul kit.

Fits:

• Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2 3.6L 2005-08 (For Cars Without PASM)
• Porsche 997 MK1 Carrera 2S 3.8L 2005-08 (For Cars Without PASM)

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What This Product Does:

• The top mount of the front shock/strut is the crucial structural point where the strut’s top end is fixed to the vehicle’s body/strut tower. It supports the spring/damper load, isolates vibration, allows steering rotation (via bearing or mount plate) and maintains suspension geometry.
• Over time, the top mount hardware—cap, washers, plates, mount bearing or rubber isolator—can degrade: rubber may soften or crack, hardware may corrode or loosen, the mount plate may shift under load. These failures can lead to creaks, clunks, poor ride response and degraded handling.
• The overhaul kit replaces all of these components in one go, ensuring the top mount assembly is returned to its proper condition — secure, correctly aligned, free of play, and with correct installed preload.

When You Should Consider Replacement:

• Knocking or clunking noises from the front strut top area—particularly when going over bumps or when steering the wheel. A failing top mount is a common source of such noises.
  
• Steering feels less precise, or there is increased play or vague feedback in the front end during cornering, possibly due to mount movement under load.
  
• Ride quality has degraded, or you notice increased vibration, harsher ride or poorer damping response—indicating that the mount is no longer effectively isolating or securing the strut.
  
• You are replacing the front shocks/struts: since the top mount must be accessed when the strut is removed, replacing the mount kit at the same time is efficient and prevents needing to revisit later.
  
• Visual inspection or age/mileage factor: If you notice any of the following—cracked mount rubber, corroded top mount nut/cap, missing or damaged mount hardware—it’s wise to replace. Also, if your vehicle has high mileage or has been driven hard, the mount hardware is high on the list of wear items.
  
  

Why Replacement Matters:

• Restores suspension performance & precision: On a high-performance car like a Porsche, the top mount is part of the load path and geometry of the front suspension. If it is worn, the strut may move slightly under load, compromising alignment, tyre contact patch and handling.
  
• Eliminates noise & improves ride comfort: Many owners report knocking, creaks or harshness that trace back to worn mount caps, washers or mount plates. A fresh kit removes this weak link.
  
• Prevents escalation of wear or damage: A failing mount can allow movement that stresses the strut shaft, spring seat, mount plate or body mount—leading to more expensive damage. Replacing the mount kit prevents this chain reaction.
  
• Cost-effective maintenance timing: Since you already remove or support the strut to access the top mount, replacing the mount kit now adds little extra labour cost and avoids needing to revisit the area.

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