Description
Overview:
The Jet Taper Needle 21⁄2% is a genuine Villiers OEM component designed for Lightweight Carburettors with a 1-inch (2.54 cm) bore. Made from precision-machined brass, it controls fuel metering through the throttle range, helping the engine run cleanly and consistently. This needle is the correct profile for the Villiers Lightweight carburettor and is suitable for small engines commonly found in classic lawn mowers, stationary engines, and other vintage machinery. Supplied as unused old stock, it may show light tarnishing or minor marks from storage, but remains fully functional. Identified by OEM No. V137X1, it is a direct replacement that preserves the original fuelling characteristics, making it a practical choice for maintaining or restoring Villiers equipment where accurate fuel control and reliable performance are required.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part (OEM V137X1) for assured fit and function
- Correct 21⁄2% taper profile to match factory fuelling on Lightweight carburettors
- Fits 1-inch (2.54 cm) bore Villiers Lightweight Carburettors
- Precision brass construction for stable metering and good corrosion resistance
- Direct replacement with no modification required
- Helps restore smooth idle, clean acceleration, and consistent running
- Suitable for servicing, repair, and sympathetic restoration of vintage engines
- Supplied as unused old stock; cosmetic ageing possible, performance unaffected
Typical Applications:
Used during carburettor rebuilds or tune-ups on Villiers-powered equipment where a worn or incorrect needle causes rich or lean running. Common on classic lawn mowers, cultivators, small generators, pumps, and stationary engines that use the Villiers Lightweight carburettor with a 1-inch (2.54 cm) bore, ensuring reliable fuel control and day-to-day usability.
Also known as:
Jet needle, tapered needle, carburettor metering needle, Villiers Lightweight needle, fuel metering needle, 21⁄2% taper needle, V137X1 needle.
Fits Models:
Lightweight Carburettors 1" Bore
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | V137X1 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | V137X1 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Fits Brands | Villiers |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part (OEM V137X1) for assured fit and function - Correct 21⁄2% taper profile for factory fuelling - Fits 1-inch (2.54 cm) bore Villiers Lightweight Carburettors - Precision brass construction for stable metering - Direct replacement with no modification required |
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