Engine compartment seals: Brand preference?

[David S. Wallens]

While the engine will be out of my 1984 Carrera, time to replace the engine compartment seals.

I see three options at three price points: Porsche ($$$), “OEM” ($$) and Üro ($).

Do I split the difference and go with OEM? Are the Üro seals totally fine?

Mainly looking for the ones that fit best and last longest.

Thanks.

[David S. Wallens]

Oh, and I missed the “German” option.

[ed mayo]

The originals have formed corners, the cheap ones don't, they will "bunch up" in the corners.

[David Inc.]

Originally Posted by ed mayo

The originals have formed corners, the cheap ones don't, they will "bunch up" in the corners.

Yep. I used Uro and noticed this. They have a little bit of forming but it's not enough and I had to do just a bit of trimming for them to handle the curves. For something that hopefully has to be done once every 30-40 years I'd say get the good ones--if I were to do it again that's what I'd do.

Also buy some conduit cable pulling lubricant, you'll need it.

[David S. Wallens]

Thanks for the feedback. So by “good” ones, do we prefer “German” or “OEM” for the longer seal? Our host offers both.

Thanks again.

[ed mayo]

You want the one with the Porsche logo triangle on the package. Might only be available thru dealer.