Description
Overview:
The Villiers Siba Recoil Rope Guide Screw is a genuine replacement fastener used in the recoil starter assembly of vintage Villiers engines. Made from durable steel with a natural metallic finish, it secures and guides the pull cord so it tracks correctly through the starter housing, helping to prevent fraying and snagging. Supplied as unused old stock, it may show minor tarnishing from age, but this does not affect performance. This screw is suitable for classic applications using Siba-type recoil starters and is commonly found on engines such as the Villiers C12 and F15. Identified by MPN 86 9429, it is a straightforward swap for a missing, worn, or damaged original screw and supports smooth, reliable starting.
Key Features:
- Genuine Villiers part (MPN 86 9429) for correct fit and function
- Robust steel construction for dependable service in starter assemblies
- Guides the pull cord to maintain alignment and reduce wear on the rope
- Unused vintage stock; minor cosmetic aging possible without affecting use
- Suitable for Siba-style recoil starter units on selected Villiers engines
- Helps restore smooth pull and consistent recoil return
- Direct replacement for a damaged or lost guide screw
- Simple to install with standard hand tools
- Made to the original pattern to seat correctly in the starter housing
- Practical choice for preserving authenticity on vintage machinery
Typical Applications:
Used on vintage Villiers engines fitted with Siba recoil starters found in classic lawn mowers, rotavators, compact generators, pumps, and light construction machinery. Ideal when overhauling a starter assembly or completing a period-correct restoration where reliable cord guidance and secure fastening are required.
Also known as:
Starter rope guide screw, pull cord guide screw, recoil starter screw, cord guide fastener, starter guide fastener, rope guide retaining screw.
Fits Models:
C12, F15