Description
Overview:
The Villiers C12 Timing Gear Case Washer is a genuine metal washer designed for the timing gear assembly on classic Villiers engines. Manufactured to Villiers standards under MPN 27758, it provides precise spacing and consistent bearing surfaces inside the gear case, helping to maintain correct alignment and smooth operation of the timing gears. Made from durable steel, it withstands the heat, vibration, and oil exposure typical of small engine environments. This washer suits maintenance and restoration work on the Villiers C12, commonly found in older construction and garden machinery such as cultivators, mowers, compact generators, and similar equipment. Supplied as unused old stock, it may display light storage tarnish but remains fully functional. A reliable choice for keeping vintage engines running as intended.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part (MPN 27758) for assured compatibility with C12 timing gear cases
- Durable steel construction for long service life in oil-lubricated engine environments
- Maintains correct gear spacing to help control backlash and end-float
- Supports smooth, quiet running by preserving timing gear alignment
- Flat, true faces distribute load and reduce fretting against the case
- Unused old stock; minor cosmetic ageing does not affect performance
- Straightforward to fit during rebuilds or routine strip-downs
- Suitable for restoration where original specification and authenticity matter
Typical Applications:
Used within the timing gear case of Villiers C12 engines to set and maintain precise gear spacing during rebuilds or repairs. Common on vintage equipment such as garden tillers, cylinder and rotary mowers, pumps, compact generators, and light construction machinery. Ideal for enthusiasts, workshops, and trades restoring or servicing classic engines that require correct timing gear alignment for reliable running.
Also known as:
Timing washer, gear case spacer, engine washer, timing gear shim, gearcase washer, timing case shim, spacer washer for timing gears, engine gear spacing washer.
Fits Models:
C12
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 27758 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | 27758 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Villiers |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part for C12 timing gear cases - Durable steel withstands heat, vibration, and oil - Maintains correct gear spacing and alignment - Suitable for vintage engine restoration - Unused old stock with minor cosmetic ageing |
| Fits Models | C12 |

