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Mahle Motorsport

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197849180
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Engine piston set for cast iron cylinder repair liners Porsche 996 /997 3.6L set of 6 with performance rings set included.

mahlemotorsport

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Porsche 996 3.6L
Porsche 997 3.6L

Bore: 96.00mm
Stroke: 82.8mm
Rod: 141.99mm
Comp Height: 32.95mm
Pin Diam: 22mm
Weight Group: 401

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197849180
197849180

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197849280
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Engine piston set for Nikasil liners Porsche 996 /997 3.6L set of 6 with performance rings set included.

mahlemotorsport

Fits:
Porsche 996 3.6L
Porsche 997 3.6L

Bore: 96.00mm
Stroke: 82.8mm
Rod: 141.99mm
Comp Height: 32.95mm
Pin Diam: 22mm
Weight Group: 401

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197849280
197849280

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1978505
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MAHLE Replacement piston ring set for 197849180.
MS 96mm 1.2 St, 1.5, 2.0mm

mahlemotorsport

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Porsche 996 3.6L
Porsche 997 3.6L

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About Mahle Motorsport

Mahle Motorsport Parts for High-Output, Precision-Built Porsche Engine Rebuilds

Mahle Motorsport parts are engineered for drivers who demand maximum strength, stability and performance from their engines. Designed using advanced materials and motorsport-grade manufacturing processes, these components deliver exceptional durability, improved thermal management and superior combustion efficiency. Ideal for performance rebuilds, high-compression builds, turbocharged applications and track-focused engines, Mahle Motorsport parts provide the reliability and power retention required in the most demanding conditions.

Whether refreshing a street-performance engine or building a full racing spec power unit, Mahle Motorsport components elevate durability, responsiveness and long-term reliability.

What Mahle Motorsport Parts Do

Mahle Motorsport components are engineered to enhance key engine functions:

  • Improve combustion stability with precision-machined piston crowns and ring lands
  • Enhance strength and reliability under high-RPM and high-boost loads
  • Increase heat resistance through specialist coatings and advanced alloys
  • Reduce friction, improving performance and engine efficiency
  • Support consistent sealing for better compression and power output
  • Stabilise internal dimensions during extreme temperature changes
  • Optimise airflow and burn characteristics, aiding overall performance

These components are specifically designed to withstand motorsport-level stresses that exceed standard performance expectations.

Why Motorsport Components Wear or Fail

Even high-quality racing components face extreme stress. Common reasons for wear or failure include:

  • High combustion temperatures, especially in turbocharged or track engines
  • Detonation or pre-ignition, stressing piston crowns and ring lands
  • Oil starvation, causing accelerated wear on piston skirts and bearings
  • Thermal expansion exceeding material tolerance
  • Contamination from poor lubrication or debris
  • Over-revving, causing piston or rod stress
  • Incorrect tuning, leading to lean conditions and overheating

Symptoms may include loss of compression, oil consumption, smoke, knocking, piston slap, or visible damage during teardown.

Why You Should Replace Worn Parts with Mahle Motorsport Components

Upgrading with precision-engineered Mahle Motorsport parts designed to exceed original performance characteristics ensures superior durability and consistency in high-performance environments.

Key benefits include:

  • Stronger resistance to detonation and thermal stress
  • Improved sealing for higher compression and maximum power
  • Exceptional wear resistance for longer engine life
  • Optimised performance for turbocharged, supercharged or naturally aspirated engines
  • Smoother engine operation with reduced friction
  • Reliability under racing or track-day loads
  • Confidence during extended high-RPM operation

These components are a must-have for anyone building a performance-focused Porsche engine that needs to withstand motorsport-level conditions.

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