Description
Overview:
This Camshaft & Gear with Governor Carrier Assembly is a genuine Villiers component for light‐weight industrial engines, including the Villiers 125/150cc and 515h series. Built from robust metal (steel) with a precision‐cut gear and integral governor carrier, it controls valve timing and helps regulate engine speed for smooth, efficient running. The assembly is engineered for engines fitted with a reduction gear, ensuring correct meshing and reliable operation in demanding service. Supplied as unused old stock, it is suitable for maintenance or full rebuilds where original specification parts are preferred. Genuine Villiers OEM part number 40742. A dependable choice for tradespeople and DIY users who want to restore proper timing accuracy and governor function on classic Villiers power units.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part (OEM 40742) for assured fit and performance
- Designed for engines with a reduction gear fitted for correct timing alignment
- Durable metal construction for long service life under industrial use
- Maintains precise valve timing and stable governed speed
- Compatible with selected Villiers 125/150cc, 515h and 517h engines
- Suitable for repairs, refurbishments and preventative maintenance
- Unused old stock vintage item; may show cosmetic tarnishing without affecting function
- Direct replacement assembly reduces setup time versus piecemeal parts
- Helps restore starting, idle quality and load response
- Supports reliable running of classic machinery powered by Villiers engines
Typical Applications:
Used during engine rebuilds or timing repairs on Villiers light‐weight industrial engines driving small plant and garden machinery. Typical uses include restoring timing accuracy and governor control on equipment such as cement mixers, generators, pumps, plate compactors and rotavators where Villiers 125/150cc, 515h or 517h engines are fitted with a reduction gear.
Also known as:
Cam gear and shaft, timing cam with gear, camshaft with governor carrier, cam and gear set, timing gear assembly for governor drive, camshaft timing gear unit.
Fits Models:
125/150cc
515h
517h
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 40742 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | 40742 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part (OEM 40742) ensures correct fit - Compatible with Villiers 125/150cc, 515h, 517h engines - Precision-cut gear maintains accurate valve timing - Durable steel construction for industrial use - Suitable for engines with reduction gear for proper alignment |



