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Connecting Rod
Kit includes:
1 x Plastigauge PL-A box
1 x Plastiguage Mineral grease
1 x Plastiguage Silicone grease
PLASTIGAUGE PL-A is widely used in the measurement of clearance in plain automotive bearings. Measurement of clearance in big-end bearings can be achieved without dismantling the crankshaft.
3G Minerak Grease: To coat journal prior to use of Plastigauge
3G Silicone Grease: To apply to surface of shell
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Porsche 955 Cayenne S / turbo V8 - 2003 to 2006
Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2007 to 2010
Porsche 958 Cayenne S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2010 to 2017
Porsche 970.1 Panamera S / 4S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2009 to 2013
Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS / turbo / turbo S V8 - 2014 to 2016
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Diagram Ref No 11.
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- Porsche 955 Cayenne Turbo S 4.5L 2006>>
- Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2014-16
Fits:
Porsche 955 Cayenne S / turbo V8 - 2003 to 2006
Porsche 957 Cayenne S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2007 to 2010
Porsche 958 Cayenne S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2010 to 2017
Porsche 970.1 Panamera S / 4S / GTS / turbo V8 - 2009 to 2013
Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS / turbo / turbo S V8 - 2014 to 2016
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- Porsche 957 Cayenne Turbo / Turbo S 4.8L 2007-10
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
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- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2014-16
100 Plasigauge strips per box
PLASTIGAUGE PL-A is widely used in the measurement of clearance in plain automotive bearings. Measurement of clearance in big-end bearings can be achieved without dismantling the crankshaft.
For measurements of: 0.001″ to 0.007″ (0.025mm – 0.175mm)
Suitable for use at temperatures between 0°C and 35°C
Contents:
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Porsche 970 Panamera GTS 4.8L 2013-16
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- Porsche 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
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This genuine Porsche connecting-rod bearing shell serves selected Macan 95B.1, Cayenne 958 and Panamera 970 engine assemblies. Supplied as the Lower Yellow version, it carries part number 94810323027.
Fits
- 95B.1 Macan S Petrol 3.0L V6 (340Bhp) 2014–18
- 95B.1 Macan GTS Petrol 3.0L V6 (360Bhp) 2014–18
- 95B.1 Macan Turbo 3.6L V6 (400Bhp) 2014–18
- 958 Cayenne V6 3.6L Petrol (300Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010–17
- 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010–17
- 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009–13
- 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009–13
- 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011–13
- 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009–13
- 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009–13
- 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2014–16
- 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009–13
- 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009–13
- 970.2 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD (310Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD (310Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD (420Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera S V6 Turbo 3.0L 2WD Executive 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD (420Hp) 2014–16
- 970.2 Panamera 4S V6 Turbo 3.0L 4WD Executive 2014–16
Diagram application and engine-code context
Porsche 95B.1 Macan 3.0L / 3.6L 2014–18 — CTMA, CTM, CTLA, CTL, DCNA, DCN, DHKA, DHK
Porsche 958 Cayenne 4.8L 2011–18 — 4802, 4852, CFTB, CFT, CYXA, CYX
Porsche 970 Panamera 4.8L 2010–16 — 4820, 4840, 4870, CXPA, CXRA, CXR, CWBA, CWB, CWCA, CWC
Porsche 970 Panamera 3.6L 2010–16 — 4620, 4640, CWAA, CXNA
Porsche 970 Panamera 3.0L 2014>> — CWDA, CWD, CWFA, CWF
Check fitment for your specific vehicle (model, year, engine) before ordering.
What This Product Does
The shell forms the renewable bearing interface between a crankshaft journal and the connecting rod’s big end. With the correct measured clearance and lubrication, this interface accommodates rotation without direct contact between the rod and journal.
Functions
- Provide a replaceable journal-facing bearing surface.
- Support lubricated movement at the rod’s big end.
- Establish running clearance when correctly selected and installed.
Technical Details
- Manufacturer: Porsche; reference 94810323027.
- Yellow identification marking; lower position explicitly recorded for the applicable Macan and Panamera 3.0L diagram rows.
- Macan row codes: CTMA, CTM, DCNA, DCN; assembly quantity recorded as 6.
- Cayenne 4.8L row code: 4802; assembly quantity recorded as 16.
- Panamera 4.8L row codes: 4820, 4840, CXPA, CXRA, CXR; assembly quantity recorded as 16.
- Panamera 3.6L assembly quantity: 12; Panamera 3.0L assembly quantity: 6. These diagram quantities do not indicate pack contents.
Symptoms of Fault
- Big-end knocking that becomes more noticeable with rising revs or load.
- Reduced oil pressure after the engine reaches operating temperature.
- Metal fragments discovered during lubricant or filter inspection.
- Measured running clearance outside the engine specification.
- Scratched surfaces, overheating marks or other bearing damage.
- Inspection evidence of lubrication loss or shell rotation within the rod.
Why Replacement Matters
Bearing wear may increase clearance and affect journal lubrication, with further deterioration potentially damaging adjacent engine components. During rebuilding, assess the crankshaft, rod big-end dimensions, lubrication passages and fixing requirements before installation. Select the shell using engine-specific identification and clearance measurements; the yellow marking alone is not sufficient to establish suitability.
OE Reference
94810323027
FAQs
Where is this shell installed?
The relevant Macan and Panamera 3.0L rows identify the lower position. Verify both location and identification marking against the particular engine assembly.
How many shells does the job require?
The supplied diagrams record assembly quantities of 6, 12 and 16, depending on application. Establish the required count from the engine being repaired; these figures are not a supplied-set specification.
What else needs checking during renewal?
Inspect journal condition, rod dimensions, lubricant passages and fasteners. Confirm the required bearing clearance before completing assembly.
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- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.6L Petrol (300Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne V6 3.0L Diesel (245Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V6 3.0L Hybrid (380Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne S V8 4.2L Diesel (382Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne GTS V8 4.8L Petrol (400Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo V8 4.8L Petrol (500Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 958 Cayenne Turbo S V8 4.8L Petrol (550Hp) 2010-17
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera 4S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 2011-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.1 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2009-13
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera V6 3.6L 2WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera 4 V6 3.6L 4WD (310Hp) 2014-16
- 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
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera GTS V8 4.8L 4WD (440Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 4.8L (520Hp) 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo V8 Executive 2014-16
- Porsche 970.2 Panamera Turbo S V8 4.8L 2014-16
- Porsche 95B.1 Macan S Petrol 3.0L V6 (340Bhp) 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
3G Mineral Grease: To coat journal prior to use of Plastigauge
3G Silicone Grease: To apply to surface of shell
Lubricants to assist with the measurement of clearance in automotive bearings.
Plastigauge Precision Clearance Gauges
High-Performance Connecting Rods (Con Rods) – Strength, Precision, and Balance for Porsche Engines
Connecting rods — commonly known as con rods — form the vital link between the piston and the crankshaft, converting linear motion into rotational force. In high-performance Porsche engines, con rods endure immense stress, heat, and pressure with every revolution, making their strength, balance, and precision crucial for reliability and performance.
At Design911, we offer a range of precision-engineered
connecting rods designed for both classic and modern Porsche engines.
Manufactured from motorsport-grade materials, these components deliver
exceptional tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and dimensional accuracy —
essential for high-RPM operation, rebuilds, and engine tuning projects.
What Do Connecting Rods Do?
Connecting rods are the mechanical bridge between pistons and the crankshaft, transmitting the force generated during combustion into the crank’s rotational motion.
Core Functions:
- Convert
reciprocating motion into rotation, enabling engine power output.
- Withstand
extreme pressure during every combustion cycle.
- Maintain
piston alignment and crankshaft balance at high speeds.
- Influence engine response and rev characteristics, particularly in performance applications.
Lightweight yet durable connecting rods are critical to maintaining smooth, reliable power delivery across the RPM range.
Why Do Connecting Rods Fail?
Even with Porsche’s engineering precision, connecting rods can degrade or fail due to stress, wear, or improper lubrication — especially under performance driving conditions.
Common Causes of Failure Include:
- Oil
starvation leading to bearing failure or heat damage.
- Over-revving
or detonation causing bending or fatigue cracking.
- Incorrect
torque or clearance during rebuilds.
- Material
fatigue from age, stress, or high-mileage operation.
- Improper lubrication causing friction wear on big-end bearings.
A failing con rod can result in catastrophic engine failure, making proactive inspection and replacement essential during rebuilds or upgrades.
Why Replace with Performance-Grade Connecting Rods?
Upgrading to high-strength connecting rods ensures your Porsche engine maintains optimal balance, durability, and performance under high stress. Whether restoring a classic flat-six or building a tuned turbocharged powerplant, precision rods provide improved reliability and smoother operation.
Key Benefits:
- Increased
strength and fatigue resistance under high-load conditions.
- Enhanced
engine response through reduced rotational mass.
- Maintains
piston-to-crank alignment for smoother operation.
- Ideal for rebuilds, tuning, and performance upgrades.
- Crafted
from premium materials such as forged steel, billet alloy, or
titanium.
- Precision-balanced to reduce vibration and ensure even load distribution.
Motorsport-grade connecting rods deliver the perfect balance of strength and agility, ensuring your Porsche engine performs reliably — whether on the track or road.
Highlights:
- High-performance
con rods engineered for strength and endurance.
- Manufacturer-quality
fitment for seamless integration with Porsche engines.
- Forged
and billet designs available for both naturally aspirated and
turbocharged models.
- Lightweight,
precision-balanced construction for maximum RPM stability.
- Perfect for performance builds, rebuilds, and engine restorations.
- Tested to motorsport standards for strength, fatigue, and dimensional accuracy.