Description
Overview:
The Recoil Bottom Plate Screw for Villiers Lightweight Old Type recoils is a Genuine Villiers part designed to secure the recoil starter's bottom plate on classic small engines. Built from durable metal for dependable service, it helps maintain correct alignment and smooth operation of the recoil assembly on older machines. This screw is intended for use with Villiers MK7 and MK10/MK12 engines commonly found on vintage lawn and garden equipment, compact construction tools, and stationary plant. Supplied as unused old stock, it may show light tarnish or storage marks, but performance remains unaffected. Identified by OEM No. E12199, it offers a straightforward, like-for-like replacement that preserves originality and fit on period-correct Villiers recoil units.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers OEM part for assured compatibility and fit
- Correct fastening of the recoil bottom plate to protect starter integrity
- Durable metal construction suited to workshop and site conditions
- Unused old stock; may display cosmetic ageing without affecting function
- Direct replacement using original dimensions and thread specification
- Helps prevent misalignment, rattles, and premature wear in the recoil
- Simple to install with standard hand tools, minimising downtime
- Supports authentic restoration of vintage Villiers-powered equipment
- Clearly identified by OEM number E12199 to aid accurate selection
Typical Applications:
Securing the bottom plate of the recoil starter on Villiers MK-series engines used in vintage lawnmowers, compact generators, pumps, cement mixers, and similar light plant. Suitable for routine maintenance, rebuilds, and sympathetic restorations where original-style fasteners are preferred for reliability and authenticity.
Also known as:
Recoil bottom plate screw, recoil fastener, recoil base screw, starter bottom plate fixing, Villiers recoil screw, OEM E12199 fixing, recoil housing screw, recoil cover base bolt.
Fits Models:
MK7, MK10, MK12
Alternate Part Numbers:
E12199