Description
Overview:
These Cylinder Head Distance Pieces are genuine Villiers components for the Villiers C45 engine (OEM 31098). They are metal spacers designed to set and maintain the correct spacing within the cylinder head assembly, keeping the head accurately aligned and the gasket evenly clamped. By preserving the intended geometry of the top end, they help reduce uneven wear, minimise gasket failure, and support consistent engine performance over time. Built from durable materials to cope with heat, vibration and load cycles, they are well suited to the rigours of vintage engine use. Supplied as unused old stock, they may show light tarnish or storage marks, but remain fully serviceable. Ideal for restoration, repair, or routine top-end maintenance on Villiers C45 engines.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part for assured compatibility with the C45
- OEM reference 31098 for quick identification and ordering
- Durable metal construction for long service life under heat and vibration
- Precision spacing helps maintain cylinder head alignment and gasket sealing
- Supports even torque distribution across the head and studs
- Helps reduce head movement that can lead to leaks and premature wear
- Suitable for vintage engine restoration, repair and preventative maintenance
- Unused old stock: cosmetic tarnish possible, function unaffected
- Direct replacement for worn, missing or improvised spacers
- Simple to fit during a head gasket change or top-end rebuild
Typical Applications:
Used during head gasket replacement, head refitting after inspection or machining, and full top-end rebuilds on Villiers C45 engines. Suitable for bringing vintage engines back to correct specification, improving sealing reliability, and maintaining consistent compression and temperature control in regular service.
Also known as:
Cylinder head spacer, head distance piece, engine head spacer, spacer sleeve, spacer tube, head stand-off, cylinder head distance tube. These terms are commonly used for the same function of setting and holding accurate spacing within the cylinder head assembly.
Fits Models:
C45
Alternate Part Numbers:
31098
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 31098 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Villiers |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part for C45 engine compatibility - OEM reference 31098 for easy identification - Durable metal construction withstands heat and vibration - Precision spacing ensures proper head alignment - Suitable for vintage engine restoration and maintenance |
| Fits Models | C45 |
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