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Original Porsche Part Genuine Porsche part 61610432151
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Cylinder Head Nut
Sold each - 24 required for the 911
Maintain the integrity and reliability of your Porsche
engine rebuild with this OE Match Cylinder Head Nut 90110438204. Designed for
use on Porsche 356B, 356C, 912 and classic 911 air-cooled engines, this
precision-engineered fastener plays a critical role in securing the cylinder
head assembly to the engine.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Diagram Ref No 17
Although small in size, cylinder head nuts are among the most important fasteners in any engine. They provide the clamping force required to maintain an effective seal between the cylinder heads, cylinders and engine case, ensuring correct compression, combustion efficiency and long-term engine reliability.
Manufactured to OE Match specifications, this cylinder head nut is ideal for engine rebuilds, top-end overhauls, cylinder head refurbishment and concours restorations.
What Does a Cylinder Head Nut Do?
The cylinder head nut secures the cylinder head assembly to the engine using the cylinder head studs.
Its primary functions include:
- Maintaining cylinder head clamping force
- Ensuring correct cylinder sealing
- Supporting combustion chamber integrity
- Maintaining engine compression
- Preventing cylinder head movement
- Supporting reliable engine operation
- Helping prevent oil and combustion leaks
Correct clamping force is essential for maintaining engine performance and durability.
Why Do Cylinder Head Nuts Fail?
Cylinder head nuts are exposed to repeated heat cycles, vibration and engine loads throughout their service life.
Common causes of deterioration include:
- Corrosion
- Thread wear
- Fatigue from repeated heat cycles
- Over-tightening
- Incorrect installation procedures
- Engine overheating
- Age-related degradation
- Damage during previous rebuilds
In older air-cooled Porsche engines, decades of service can leave original hardware weakened or unsuitable for reuse.
Symptoms of Worn or Damaged Cylinder Head Hardware
Potential warning signs include:
- Loss of cylinder sealing
- Compression leaks
- Oil seepage around cylinder heads
- Difficulty achieving correct torque settings
- Damaged threads
- Corroded hardware
- Uneven clamping loads
- Engine rebuild inspection failures
Many of these issues are discovered during engine disassembly rather than during normal operation.
When Should Cylinder Head Nuts Be Replaced?
Replacement is strongly recommended when:
- Rebuilding an engine
- Carrying out a top-end overhaul
- Replacing cylinder head studs
- Refurbishing cylinder heads
- Corrosion is present
- Threads show signs of wear
- Factory specifications require replacement
Most professional Porsche engine builders replace critical fastening hardware during major engine work to ensure long-term reliability.
Why Replacement Matters
Reusing worn or damaged cylinder head hardware can compromise engine sealing and reliability.
Benefits of replacement include:
- Correct clamping force
- Improved sealing performance
- Reduced risk of leaks
- Improved engine reliability
- Professional rebuild standards
- Long-term durability
- Factory-correct restoration quality
- Greater peace of mind
For classic Porsche engines, replacing critical hardware is inexpensive insurance against future engine issues.
Related reference numbers
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90110438204
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65

Fits:
Porsche 912 1.6L
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Diagram ref no 4
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61610431652
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
Maintain accurate valve operation and long-term engine reliability with this OE Match Exhaust Valve Guide (Outlet), manufactured as a direct replacement. Produced to OE-style specifications, this valve guide supports and aligns the exhaust valve as it moves within the cylinder head, ensuring smooth operation, correct seating, and effective heat transfer from the valve to the cylinder head.
Sold Each.
Fits:
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356 1950-55
- Porsche 356A 1955-59
Diagram Ref No 5
Operating under extreme temperatures and continuous movement, exhaust valve guides gradually wear over time. Excessive clearance between the valve stem and guide can result in poor valve alignment, increased oil consumption, loss of compression, and accelerated valve train wear. Replacing worn valve guides restores correct valve support and helps maintain efficient engine performance. This OE Match component is ideal for routine maintenance, engine repairs, cylinder head refurbishment, engine rebuilds, and Porsche restoration projects.
What This Product Does:
- Supports and accurately guides the exhaust valve within the cylinder head.
- Maintains correct valve alignment throughout operation.
- Promotes proper valve seating for effective cylinder sealing.
- Assists with heat transfer from the exhaust valve to the cylinder head.
- Reduces wear on the valve stem and valve seat.
- Restores original valve train geometry during engine rebuilds.
- Provides an OE-style fit and dependable quality.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Excessive engine oil consumption.
- Blue exhaust smoke caused by oil entering the combustion chamber.
- Reduced engine compression.
- Excessive valve stem movement.
- Accelerated valve stem or valve seat wear.
- Rough engine running or reduced performance.
- Excessive valve train noise.
- Worn or oversized valve guide bore.
Why Replacement Matters:
- The exhaust valve guide plays a vital role in maintaining correct valve alignment, supporting smooth valve movement, and transferring heat away from the exhaust valve. A worn valve guide can allow excessive valve movement, resulting in poor sealing, increased oil consumption, reduced compression, and premature wear of other valve train components.
- Replacing the exhaust valve guide restores accurate valve operation, improves combustion efficiency, and helps extend the service life of the engine during rebuilds or cylinder head refurbishment. Manufactured as a direct replacement and produced to OE-style specifications, this OE Match exhaust valve guide provides the correct fit, dependable quality, and long-lasting durability, making it an excellent choice for Porsche maintenance, repairs, engine rebuilds, and restoration projects.
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61610432260
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
Fits:
Porsche 912 1.6L
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Diagram ref no 5
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61610432162
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)

Fits:
Porsche 912 1.6L
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Diagram ref no 6
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61610549102
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
Fits:
Porsche 912 1965-69
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Diagram ref no 30
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61610439300
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
24 per engine. Price is for each.

Fits:
Porsche 911 1965-89 all models
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Diagram Ref No 17.
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90110438204
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
- Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
- Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
- Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
- Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
- Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
- Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
Fits:
Porsche 356 B / C 1960-69
Porsche 912 1965-69
Diagram ref no 20
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61610438101
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Fits:
Porsche 356 B / C 1960-69
Porsche 912 1965-69
Diagram ref no 21
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61610438300
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- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356B 1959-63
- Porsche 356C 1963-65