Description
Overview:
The Villiers C12 Governor Crank E-Clip EM2038 is a genuine Villiers spare designed to retain the governor crank and related linkages on vintage Villiers engines, including the C12. Made from spring steel with a dark protective finish, this compact E‐shaped clip snaps into a groove on a shaft or pin to prevent axial movement, helping the governor mechanism operate smoothly under vibration and load. As unused old stock, it remains to original specification for an authentic fit on period machinery. Suitable for classic small engines found in garden and light construction equipment, it is ideal for restorers and owners who want reliable retention without modifying original parts.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part for assured fit and function on the C12
- Unused old stock (NOS) manufactured to original specification
- Spring-steel construction offers strong, elastic clamping force
- Resistant to vibration and shock loads common in small engines
- Compact E‐clip form for quick, tool-light installation and removal
- Helps maintain correct governor linkage alignment and movement
- Durable metal build for long service life in harsh environments
- Dark finish helps resist surface corrosion and wear
- Compatible with grooved shafts or pins on governor crank assemblies
- May show light age-related tarnish without affecting performance
Typical Applications:
Used to secure the governor crank or linkage on Villiers C12 engines fitted to vintage mowers, rotavators, stationary engines, pumps, and similar equipment. Suitable wherever an E‐clip is required to retain a component on a grooved shaft or pin, preventing end-float and unwanted disassembly while keeping the governor action consistent.
Also known as:
E‐clip retainer, E‐type circlip, external retaining ring, shaft clip, snap ring (E‐type), retaining clip, governor clip. Commonly used as a groove-fit fastener to hold components axially on a pin or shaft in small engine and mechanical assemblies.
Fits Models:
C12
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | EM2038 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | EM2038 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Fits Brands | Villiers |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part for C12 engine compatibility - Spring-steel construction for strong clamping force - Compact E‐clip form for easy installation - Resistant to vibration and shock loads - Dark finish resists corrosion and wear |
| Fits Models | C12 |
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