Description
Overview:
This Low Tension Lead is a Genuine Villiers part for the Villiers MK40 industrial engine, supplied to OEM specification under part number M2285. It provides the primary low‐voltage connection within the ignition system, helping deliver a clean electrical signal for reliable starting and smooth running. Built with a durable insulated copper core and finished in a practical black jacket, it is designed to withstand vibration, oil, and heat typically found on industrial engines. As unused old‐stock to the original pattern, it is ideal for keeping vintage equipment correct and dependable. If you maintain or restore a Villiers MK40, this lead offers a direct, factory‐style replacement that preserves authenticity while ensuring the ignition circuit functions as intended.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers OEM component (M2285) for accurate fit and function on MK40 engines
- Insulated copper-core construction for dependable conductivity and long service life
- Designed for the low-voltage side of the ignition, aiding consistent starting and running
- Resistant to oil, fuel splashes, heat, and vibration found in industrial environments
- Unused vintage stock built to original specifications for authentic restorations
- Typically installs with basic hand tools for straightforward maintenance
- Helps diagnose and cure intermittent misfires caused by aged or damaged wiring
- Black finish to match period-correct appearance on Villiers MK40 units
Typical Applications:
Used to replace a worn or damaged primary ignition lead on Villiers MK40 industrial engines operating in equipment such as site machinery, stationary plant, and workshop-driven tools. Suitable for routine servicing, fault finding on weak or intermittent sparks, and restoration projects where OEM-correct parts are preferred to maintain reliability and preserve original build quality.
Also known as:
Low tension wire, LT lead, ignition primary lead, magneto low‐tension cable, Villiers MK40 ignition lead, Villiers points lead, primary ignition cable for Villiers MK40.
Fits Models:
MK40
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | M2285 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers OEM part for MK40 engines - Insulated copper core ensures reliable conductivity - Designed for low-voltage ignition connections - Resistant to oil, heat, and vibration - Unused vintage stock for authentic restorations |
| Fits Models | MK40 |
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