Description
Overview:
The Engine Tappet for Villiers MK40 (MPN: EM876) is a genuine Villiers valve-train component for restoring reliable operation in vintage engines. Made from durable steel, it sits between the cam and the valve mechanism to transfer motion accurately, supporting correct valve timing, good compression, and consistent running. This direct replacement is intended for Villiers MK40 engines commonly found in older garden and light construction machinery. It is ideal for repairs and full restorations where original specification parts are preferred. Supplied as unused old stock, the part may show tarnishing or storage marks, but this does not affect function once installed. Choosing a genuine EM876 helps maintain authenticity, fit, and performance in your MK40-powered equipment.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part: EM876 for assured fit and specification
- Designed for the Villiers MK40 valve train to replace worn tappets
- Durable steel construction for long service life under cam contact
- Restores precise valve actuation and smooth engine running
- Can help reduce valve-train noise caused by pitting or wear
- Unused old stock; may show tarnish or storage dirt, with no impact on performance
- Suitable for vintage engine maintenance and faithful restorations
- Straightforward replacement for competent users; recheck and adjust valve clearances after fitting
Typical Applications:
Used during routine servicing or rebuilds of Villiers MK40 engines in legacy equipment such as lawn mowers, rotavators, small pumps, generators, and compact mixers. Ideal when addressing poor starting, misfiring, loss of power, or noisy valve gear caused by worn or pitted tappets. Suitable for both workshop overhauls and on-site maintenance of vintage machinery.
Also known as:
Valve lifter, cam follower, valve follower, lifter, cam tappet. These terms refer to the same component in the valve train that follows the cam profile to operate the valves, ensuring consistent timing and dependable engine performance.
Fits Models:
MK40
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | EM876 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Villiers |
| OEM No. | EM876 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Villiers |
| Key Features | - Genuine Villiers part for MK40 engines - Durable steel construction for longevity - Restores precise valve actuation - Suitable for vintage engine maintenance - Unused old stock, may show tarnish |
| Fits Models | MK40 |
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