{"product_id":"piaggio-493109-guarnizione-coperchio-punterie-porter-1400-diesel","title":"Piaggio 493109 Tappet Cover Gasket – Porter 1400 cc Diesel Pickup and Van (1998-2005)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Segoe UI',Arial,sans-serif;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;color:#222;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003erocker cover gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003ePiaggio Porter 1400 cc Diesel\u003c\/strong\u003e: the shaped rubber frame that seals between the cover and the cylinder head, preventing oil from leaking from the top of the engine. This part hardens and flattens over the years due to hot and cold cycles, and is the number one cause of \u003cstrong\u003eoil leaks on the engine side\u003c\/strong\u003e and that burnt oil smell when the vehicle is at operating temperature. Part number \u003cstrong\u003e493109\u003c\/strong\u003e is an original Piaggio Group spare part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a1a1a;border-bottom:2px solid #e63946;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003e✓ Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Piaggio Group spare part\u003c\/strong\u003e, code 493109 — original equipment compound and molding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eExact cylinder head shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: four-cylinder frame with three internal openings and eyelets already aligned with the screws, no adaptation needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat and oil resistant rubber\u003c\/strong\u003e: this is what distinguishes a long-lasting gasket from one that starts leaking again after a few months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fit\u003c\/strong\u003e: simply place it in position and close the cover, without sealants or mastics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStops a leak that, if neglected, will dirty belts and mounts and cause the \u003cstrong\u003eoil level to drop\u003c\/strong\u003e without you noticing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a1a1a;border-bottom:2px solid #e63946;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Piaggio Code\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e493109\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesignation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRocker Cover Gasket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eOil seal between rocker cover and cylinder head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDiesel 1400 cc Lombardini LDW 1404 P\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eRubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePerimeter frame with three internal openings and eyelets for mounting screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHeat resistant · direct fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eapprox. 150 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSingle piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff3cd;border-left:4px solid #ffc107;padding:14px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Important notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The official catalog we follow lists this code for the \u003cstrong\u003ePorter 1400 cc Diesel, Pick and Van, 1998-2005\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you have a Porter 1200 Diesel or an Ape, please send us the VIN and we will verify before shipping. Another thing to know: the gasket must be installed \u003cstrong\u003edry\u003c\/strong\u003e, without sealant, and with the screws tightened crosswise and not overtightened, otherwise it will crush and start leaking again.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a1a1a;border-bottom:2px solid #e63946;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth style=\"background:#e63946;color:#fff;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;text-align:left;\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth style=\"background:#e63946;color:#fff;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;text-align:left;\"\u003eVersion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth style=\"background:#e63946;color:#fff;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;text-align:left;\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePorter — Diesel Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePorter Pick 1400 cc Diesel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1998-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePorter — Diesel Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePorter Van 1400 cc Diesel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1998-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a1a1a;border-bottom:2px solid #e63946;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003eFor those who have a 20-year-old Porter 1400 diesel and find the engine always greasy on one side, a stain on the asphalt where they park, or unexplained oil consumption. This is an economical repair that takes about an hour: it's inexpensive, requires no special tools, and solves a problem that, if left unattended, will soil belts and mounts and end up costing much more. It also makes sense as a preventative measure when opening the rocker cover to adjust valve clearance: an old gasket, once removed, never seals as well as before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f7f0;border-left:4px solid #28a745;padding:14px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e🛡️ Warranty and Quality – Moon Bike S.r.l.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are an authorized Piaggio and Aprilia dealer: what we sell are original spare parts, with a 24-month legal warranty. The diesel Porter was produced in various displacements and with different engines: if you have any doubts about yours, send us the VIN before ordering and we will verify it in the official spare parts catalog.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#1a1a1a;border-bottom:2px solid #e63946;padding-bottom:6px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for my Porter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is suitable for the Porter 1400 cc Diesel, Pick and Van versions, from 1998 to 2005. Years and versions are listed in the table above, taken from the official Piaggio spare parts catalog (B2B).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for the Porter 1200 Diesel or the Ape?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe official list does not include them, so we do not declare it compatible. If you have one of those two, send us the VIN and we will verify before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs mastic or sealant required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The gasket should be installed dry: sealant prevents the rubber from settling and often worsens the seal instead of improving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if it's leaking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOil leaks from the edge of the rocker cover downwards and stains the side of the engine; you often smell burnt oil when the engine is hot. If the leak comes from below, from the oil pan, it's a different spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to change?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout an hour: disconnect the fittings above the cover, remove the screws, thoroughly clean the cylinder head surface of any residue, and install the new gasket. The part that requires patience is cleaning the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the screws be tightened?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrosswise, from the center outwards, without forcing: a crushed gasket leaks just like an old one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piaggio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58778772504924,"sku":"493109","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/3660\/0668\/files\/piaggio-493109-guarnizione-coperchio-punterie-porter-1400-diesel.jpg?v=1787574588","url":"https:\/\/www.moonbikesrl.it\/en-us\/products\/piaggio-493109-guarnizione-coperchio-punterie-porter-1400-diesel","provider":"Moon Bike S.r.l.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}