VW Type 4 / Porsche 914/912e
LN Engineering is proud to offer Nickies, the ultimate cylinders for your powerful & reliable aircooled engine.
It is not always that you hear high performance and long life paired together, especially when referring to performance aircooled engines. It is very typical, even with high-powered cooling systems, that high-performance engines run too hot, and as you know heat kills! Higher operating temperatures result in a thermally overloaded engine that, among other things, has cylinders that fail to seal against the head and have significantly shorter life spans versus stock engines.
Our Nickies™ package is the culmination of every technological advance related to pistons and cylinders for your aircooled engine! Nickies™ make the difference!
Our NSC-plated, CNC billet, solid aluminum Nickies™ provide:
Significantly reduced head temperatures
Increased horsepower (dyno proven!)
Significantly reduced cylinder wear and increased ring life
Superior oiling (our NSC plating, like Nikasil™, is oleophilic i.e. oil-liking)
Tighter ring gaps and improved ring seal w/o need for gapless rings
Reduced friction and tighter skirt clearances
Improves efficiency of the stock pancake cooling systems
Cylinders can be re-honed or re-plated at a fraction of the original price
Reduced engine weight
Improved head sealing without the need for 5th or 6th studding.
SCCA and PCA Club Racing Legal
We bring “6-cylinder” performance to your “4-cylinder” without sacrificing reliability.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 100mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston set, 115mm head and 108.50 case registers, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-100
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 100mm Nickies Cylinder and Dished Piston Set for 71mm Stroke (24mm Pins)
SKU: 101-100.1
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 100mm machine-in Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for standard 2.0 liter 71mm (2230cc total displacement) stroke crankshaft with 24mm wrist pins as featured in our Mountain Climber engine kit, which is an upgrade from our Camper Special Plus kit. 8.9cc dish volume. Typical compression ratio of 7.9-8.25:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our LE200 cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. Requires machining of the case and heads; ARP head studs highly recommended.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 102mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, 115mm head and 108.50 case registers, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-102
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 102mm Nickies Cylinder and Dished Piston Set for 78mm+ Stroke
SKU: 101-102.1
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 102mm machine-in Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for 78mm (2563cc total displacement) or longer stroke with 22mm wrist pins. Dish volume 4.1cc. Typical compression ratio of 9.3-9.8:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our LE200 cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. Requires machining of the case and heads; ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 102mm Nickies Cylinder and Flat Top Piston Set for 71mm Stroke
SKU: 101-102.2
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 102mm machine-in Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for standard 2.0 liter 71mm (2320cc total displacement) stroke crankshaft with 24mm wrist pins. Typical compression ratio of 9.0-9.5:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our LE200 cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. Requires machining of the case and heads; ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 105.029mm (4.135") Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, 115mm head & 108.50 case registers, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-105
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Back orders may take up to 6-8 weeks. NOTE: These cylinders are honed to 105.029mm (4.135"), not 105.00mm.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 90mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, 1.8/2.0 registers, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-90
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 93mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-93
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 94mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-94
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 94mm Nickies Cylinder and Flat Top Piston Set for 71mm Stroke (24 Pins)
SKU: 101-94.1
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 94mm Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for 71mm (1971cc total displacement) stroke with 24mm wrist pins. Typical compression ratio of 7.9-8.25:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our RS+ heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 94mm Nickies Cylinder and Dished Piston Set for Camper Special
SKU: 101-94.2
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 94mm Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for 71mm (1971cc total displacement) stroke with 24mm wrist pins as featured in our Camper Special engine kit. Dish volume 10.9cc. Typical compression ratio of 7.9-8.25:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our Camper Special cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. ARP head studs highly recommended.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914/912E Dished 94.50mm JE Pistons Set inc. rings, Pins, & Clips for 71mm Stroke (24mm Pins)
SKU: 101-94.5.1
$1,245.00Custom four cylinder 94.5mm Dished JE Pistons set inc. rings, pins, and clips for 71mm stroke and 24mm pins as featured in our basic Camper Special engine kit. Can also be used on all VW Type 2/4 (Bus, Transporter, 411/412 models) and Porsche 914/912E engine rebuilds. Dish volume 13cc. Estimated 7.7-8.1:1 compression ratio depending on deck height when paired with our Camper Special cylinder heads. This set of pistons require you to have your original German cylinders bored and honed to 94.50mm; we do not recommend using new cast iron or biral type cylinders. Price does not include cylinders. Learn More
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 95mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, Slip Fit, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-95
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 96mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, Slip Fit, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-96
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 96mm Nickies Cylinder and Flat Top Piston Set for 71mm Stroke
SKU: 101-96.1
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 96mm slip-fit Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for standard 2.0 liter 71mm (2056cc total displacement) stroke crankshaft with 24mm wrist pins. Typical compression ratio of 8.25-8.65:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our RS+ cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 96mm Nickies Cylinder and Flat Top Piston Set for 78mm+ Stroke
SKU: 101-96.2
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 96mm slip-fit Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for 78mm (2270cc total displacement) stroke or larger crankshaft with 22mm wrist pins. Typical compression ratio of 9-9.45:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our RS+ cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 96mm Nickies Cylinder and Dished Piston Set for Camper Special Plus
SKU: 101-96.3
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability for your VW Type 4 or Porsche 914/912 engine. This 96mm slip-fit Nickies cylinder and piston set is configured for 71mm (2056cc total displacement) stroke with 24mm wrist pins as featured in our Camper Special Plus engine kit. Dish volume 13.5cc. Typical compression ratio of 7.9-8.25:1 depending on actual chamber volume and deck height when paired with our Camper Special cylinder heads. Includes Nikasil compatible rings, wrist pins, and wrist pin clips. ARP head studs highly recommended.
Typically in stock for immediate delivery.
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VW Type 4 Porsche 914 912E 98mm Nickies Cylinder and Piston Set, 115mm head and 108.50 case registers, inc. Custom JE Pistons
SKU: 101-98
$4,667.00LN Engineering’s Nickies - The original and genuine solid aluminum CNC billet NSC-plated cylinders provide increased strength and cooling, allowing for increased displacement and performance without compromising reliability. Custom made-to-order JE Pistons including rings, pins, and clips are included.
Contact us for availability and ordering info. Most sets in stock. Backorders may take up to 6-8 weeks.
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Custom Aircooled Nickies Cylinder Services
SKU: 107-07
$0.00LN Engineering currently manufactures dozens of Nickies™ cylinders for various VW and Porsche models as well as many custom private-label products for resale Worldwide under other brand names, beyond just the best aircooled cylinders in the world (in our opinion anyways). If you or your company need custom Nickies™, please give us a try - from one set to dozens, we can accommodate your needs and respect your need for privacy or exclusivity. Estimated retail pricing shown and will vary depending on cylinder dimensions, material specification, and if custom tooling is required. In most cases we can do them for significantly less than the prices listed here. Pistons not included. We've made custom Pinzgauer, Haflinger, Fiat 500, VW Autocraft, Corvair, and cylinders for half VW conversions, and many others over the years. Call us for your custom cylinder needs. Check out the pictures for a few examples of custom cylinders we've manufactured in the past. Learn More
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.040" Copper Base Shim Set for Machine-in Type 4 Nickies (108.5mm Case Register)
SKU: 107-108.5.100
$129.00.040" (1mm) copper base shim/gasket for Machine-in VW Type 4 / Porsche 914/912E Nickies Cylinders with 108.5mm case register. Price per set of four pcs. We recommend using Elring Curil T or equivalent sealant on both sides of the base shim during installation; stacking multiple shims is not recommended - we can make custom base shims in any thickness if needed with a 1-2 week lead time. Learn More
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.010" Copper Base Shim Set for Machine-in Type 4 Nickies (108.5mm Case Register)
SKU: 107-108.5.25
$129.00.010" (0.25mm) copper base shim/gasket for Machine-in VW Type 4 / Porsche 914/912E Nickies Cylinders with 108.5mm case register. Price per set of four pcs. We recommend using Elring Curil T or equivalent sealant on both sides of the base shim during installation; stacking multiple shims is not recommended - we can make custom base shims in any thickness if needed with a 1-2 week lead time. Learn More
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.020" Copper Base Shim Set for Machine-in Type 4 Nickies (108.5mm Case Register)
SKU: 107-108.5.50
$129.00.020" (0.50mm) copper base shim/gasket for Machine-in VW Type 4 / Porsche 914/912E Nickies Cylinders with 108.5mm case register. Price per set of four pcs. We recommend using Elring Curil T or equivalent sealant on both sides of the base shim during installation; stacking multiple shims is not recommended - we can make custom base shims in any thickness if needed with a 1-2 week lead time. Learn More
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.030" Copper Base Shim Set for Machine-in Type 4 Nickies (108.5mm Case Register)
SKU: 107-108.5.75
$129.00.030" (0.75mm) copper base shim/gasket for Machine-in VW Type 4 / Porsche 914/912E Nickies Cylinders with 108.5mm case register. Price per set of four pcs. We recommend using Elring Curil T or equivalent sealant on both sides of the base shim during installation; stacking multiple shims is not recommended - we can make custom base shims in any thickness if needed with a 1-2 week lead time. Learn More
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ARP Cylinder Head Stud Kit for Porsche 914 912E VW Type 2/4
SKU: 201-02
$479.00LN Engineering exclusive ARP VW Type 2/4 and Porsche 914 912E cylinder head stud kit. Includes 8 short and 8 long studs, 16 nuts and washers, and ARP lube. Designed as a direct replacement for the factory head studs case threads and does not require inserts to be installed in case as is required when using Raceware RWE-1024 head studs. Upgraded cylinder head studs are required for all Type 4 engine builds utilizing our Nickies cylinders for optimal head and cylinder sealing. Learn More
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ARP Engine Case Thru-Bolt Kit for Porsche 914 912E VW Type 2/4
SKU: 204-01
$299.00LN Engineering exclusive ARP VW Type 2/4 and Porsche 914 912E Engine Case Through Bolt Kit. Includes 6 studs, 12 nuts and washers, and ARP lube. Designed as a direct replacement for the factory through bolts and does not require any modifications to the crankcase and is recommended for all performance engine builds. Learn More
