Description
Overview:
The Big End Shells -010 Undersize are genuine Villiers components designed for JAP 3 and JAP 4 engines. Supplied as a matched pair, these steel-backed bearing shells feature an anti-friction lining to support the crankpin and maintain a stable oil film under load. The -010 undersize (0.010 in / 0.254 mm) is intended for use with crankshafts that have been reground to suit this size, helping restore correct bearing clearance and smooth rotation. Durable and reliable, they are well suited to engine rebuilds and maintenance where original specification matters. These are unused vintage old stock parts and may show light tarnish or storage marks without affecting performance. OEM reference 18474/010 ensures straightforward identification and compatibility with the intended JAP engines.
Key Features:
- Genuine Part by Villiers for JAP engines
- OEM reference 18474/010 for accurate identification
- -010 undersize (0.010 in / 0.254 mm) for reground crankpins
- Supplied as a matched pair to equip one connecting rod
- Steel-backed shells with an anti-friction bearing layer
- Helps reduce friction and wear for smoother crankshaft rotation
- Maintains correct oil clearance when used with the correct journal size
- Suitable for restoration and service work to original spec
- Unused vintage old stock; minor tarnish or storage dirt may be present
- Designed for straightforward fitting with standard workshop practice
Typical Applications:
Used during rebuilds of JAP 3 and JAP 4 engines to restore correct big-end bearing clearances after crank regrind, improving reliability in classic stationary engines and small plant. Common in restorations of vintage machinery such as mowers, pumps, generators, and general-purpose industrial equipment where JAP power units were fitted.
Also known as:
Big-end bearings, connecting rod bearings, con-rod shells, crankpin bearings, rod-end inserts, engine big-end shells, bearing inserts for con-rods.
Fits Models:
JAP 3, JAP 4, JAP43
Alternate Part Numbers:
18474/010, 18474010
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 18474/010 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | 18474/010 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | JAP 3, JAP 4, JAP3, JAP4, JAP43 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | JAP |
| Fits Models | JAP 4, 3 |


