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Valve cover retaining spring clamp. Porsche 356 / 912 › 36904240
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Secure your Porsche valve cover correctly with this OE Match Valve Cover Retaining Spring (Bail), manufactured as a direct replacement. Produced to OE-style specifications, this retaining spring is engineered to apply the correct clamping force to the valve cover, ensuring the gasket remains evenly compressed against the cylinder head to maintain a reliable oil-tight seal. Manufactured from durable spring steel for long service life, it is an ideal replacement during routine servicing, engine repairs, or restoration work.
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Fits:
- Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
- Porsche 356C 1963-65
Diagram Ref No 3
Over time, the original retaining spring can lose tension through repeated heat cycles, corrosion, fatigue, or incorrect removal and installation. A weakened or distorted spring may allow the valve cover to move, reducing gasket compression and increasing the likelihood of oil leaks. Replacing the retaining spring restores the correct clamping pressure, helping to maintain effective sealing and reliable engine operation. This OE Match component is ideal for Porsche maintenance, repairs, and restoration projects.
What This Product Does:
- Secures the valve cover firmly to the cylinder head.
- Applies consistent clamping pressure to the valve cover gasket.
- Helps maintain an oil-tight seal around the valve train.
- Prevents movement of the valve cover during engine operation.
- Replaces weakened, corroded, or distorted retaining springs.
- Supports reliable engine sealing and leak prevention.
- Provides an OE-style fit for straightforward installation.
Symptoms Of Wear Or Failure:
- Oil leaks around the valve cover.
- Loose or poorly secured valve cover.
- Reduced tension in the retaining spring.
- Corrosion, cracking, or distortion of the spring.
- Uneven gasket compression.
- Oil residue on the cylinder head or heat exchangers.
- Damage identified during engine servicing or valve adjustment.
Why Replacement Matters:
- The valve cover retaining spring is a simple but essential component that provides the clamping force required to keep the valve cover securely in place and maintain consistent compression of the gasket. If the spring loses its tension or becomes damaged, the valve cover can shift slightly during engine operation, allowing oil to escape and reducing the effectiveness of the gasket seal.
- Replacing a worn retaining spring restores the correct clamping pressure, helping to prevent oil leaks, maintain a clean engine, and ensure long-term sealing performance. Manufactured as a direct replacement and produced to OE-style specifications, this OE Match Valve Cover Retaining Spring delivers reliable fit, durability, and performance for Porsche maintenance, repairs, and restoration projects.
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36904240
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
- Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
- Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
- Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86
Fits:
Porsche 924S 1986-88
Porsche 944 2.5L 1982-85
Porsche 9442 2.5L 1986-88
Porsche 944 Turbo 1985-91
Porsche 944 Turbo S 1987-88
Porsche 928 4.5L 1980-83
Porsche 928 S 4.7L 1980-86
Replaces and superseedes old numbers:
- 92810519912
- 92810519915
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Diagram Ref No 23
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94410519903
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
- Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
- Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
- Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94
Fits:
Porsche 924S 1986-88
Porsche 944 / 944S / 944S2 1982-91
Porsche 968 1992-95
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Diagram ref no 15.
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94410220912
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
Fits:
Porsche 924S 1986-88
Porsche 944 1982-91
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Diagram Ref No 18
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94410514205
The product you are viewing cross references to these numbers
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
- Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
- Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
- Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
- Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
- Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
- Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
- Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
- Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
- Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
- Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
- Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94
Fits:
Porsche 924S 1986>>1988
Porsche 944 1982>>1991
Porsche 968 1992>>1995
Diagram Ref No 19
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99951002208
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