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0081180L
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Fits:
Porsche 356 Pre-A
This Kit is also commonly used as a Big bore Cylinder set for the early VW 36 HP Machine work is Required when installing them in a 36HP
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081180L
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Product Information
This is a new set of 80mm Pre A Porsche 356 Liners for the 2 piece split case. This kit requires no machine work.Fits:
Porsche 356 Pre-A
This Kit is also commonly used as a Big bore Cylinder set for the early VW 36 HP Machine work is Required when installing them in a 36HP
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Kit included: 4 Cylinders
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0081180L
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356 1950-55
Price: €545.59 inc. VAT
Orderable - 10 to 21 Days
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0081180S
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It fits 356 Pre A Porsches 1948-55 with the early 2 piece Case.
The Cylinders are cast iron with Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin. This kit requires no machine work, when installing in a factory Porsche case & heads
It is also commonly used as a big bore supplement for the early 36 Horse VW Engine, but requires a lot of machine work.
Engine size: 1500cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 0
Piston Angle: Flat top
Kit includes:4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081180S
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Product Information
This is a new set of 80mm Porsche 356 pistons and cylinders. It fits 356 Pre A Porsches 1948-55 with the early 2 piece Case.
The Cylinders are cast iron with Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin. This kit requires no machine work, when installing in a factory Porsche case & heads
It is also commonly used as a big bore supplement for the early 36 Horse VW Engine, but requires a lot of machine work.
Engine size: 1500cc
Stroke: 74mm
Cylinders: Cast Iron.
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 0
Piston Angle: Flat top
Kit includes:4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081180S
008 11 80S
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Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356 1950-55
Price: €909.36 inc. VAT
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0081180P
Product Information
Fits: Porsche 356 Pre A 1500cc
It is also commonly used as a big bore supplement for the early 36 Horse VW Engine, but requires a lot of machine work.
Engine size: 1500cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081180P
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This is a new set of 80mm Porsche 356 pistons. It fits Pre "A" Porsche 1948-55 with the early 2 piece Case. Pistons are Graphite Coated Hypereutectic with valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin.Fits: Porsche 356 Pre A 1500cc
It is also commonly used as a big bore supplement for the early 36 Horse VW Engine, but requires a lot of machine work.
Engine size: 1500cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081180P
0081180P
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356 1950-55
Price: €321.17 inc. VAT
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0081186EP
Product Information
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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This is a new set of Big Bore 86mm Porsche 356 pistons. 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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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
Price: €424.35 inc. VAT
Orderable - 10 to 21 Days
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0081186SP
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Fits: Porsche 356C / SC 1963-66 & Porsche 912 1965 and Up with the 3 piece Case.
Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with the 30° Angle, valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 17
Compression: 9.2:1
Piston Angle: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186SP
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This is a new set of Big Bore 86mm Porsche 356/912 pistons.Fits: Porsche 356C / SC 1963-66 & Porsche 912 1965 and Up with the 3 piece Case.
Graphite Coated Hypereutectic pistons with the 30° Angle, valve pockets, and the 22mm Pin.
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: Hypereutectic
Dome CC: 17
Compression: 9.2:1
Piston Angle: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Price: €392.43 inc. VAT
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008118
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Fits: Porsche 356 C / SC 1963-66 & Porsche 912 1965 and Up with the 3 piece case.
JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pocket and the 30° Angle. This is a High Compression Piston kit 11.5:1 more commonly used in race-cars .
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: JE 2618 Forged
Dome Height: .295
Compression: 11.5:1
Piston Angle: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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008118
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This is a new set Porsche 356/912 JE High Compression pistons.Fits: Porsche 356 C / SC 1963-66 & Porsche 912 1965 and Up with the 3 piece case.
JE Forgings are made from 2618 Aluminum, They have a 0 offset with extra material under the top for the valve pocket and the 30° Angle. This is a High Compression Piston kit 11.5:1 more commonly used in race-cars .
Engine size: 1600cc
Stroke: 74mm
Pistons: JE 2618 Forged
Dome Height: .295
Compression: 11.5:1
Piston Angle: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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008118
008 11 82JEP
0081182JEP
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
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0081180SJE
Product Information
Fits:
Porsche 356 Early
Compression height - 1.033
Dome- .070
Weight - 271 grams
Pin Diameter- .866
Pin Length- 2.500
Ring Set- 1x1.2x2.8
True Arc-locks Cast Iron Cylinders
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081180SJE
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This is a new set of 80mm with forged JE Pistons and cylinders for the Early 356. Fits:
Porsche 356 Early
Compression height - 1.033
Dome- .070
Weight - 271 grams
Pin Diameter- .866
Pin Length- 2.500
Ring Set- 1x1.2x2.8
True Arc-locks Cast Iron Cylinders
Kit includes: 4 Cylinders, 4 Pistons, A set Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356 1950-55
Price: €1,322.03 inc. VAT
Orderable - 10 to 21 Days
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0081186JEP
Product Information
Fits: Porsche 356C, SC, 1963-66 & Porsche 912; 1965 and Up with the 3 piece case.
JE Forged pistons with 30° 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: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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0081186JEP
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This is a new set 86mm Porsche 356/912 JE pistons. Fits: Porsche 356C, SC, 1963-66 & Porsche 912; 1965 and Up with the 3 piece case.
JE Forged pistons with 30° 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: 30°
Kit includes: 4 Pistons, A set of Piston Rings, and 4 wrist pins and clips.
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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Price: €878.52 inc. VAT
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0081186JEAP
Product Information
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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This is a new set 86mm Porsche 356/912 JE Pistons. 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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Vehicle Group
Vehicle Group
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
Price: €878.52 inc. VAT
Orderable - 10 to 21 Days
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About OE MATCH Pistons and cylinders
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
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