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Stock Tappet (Lifter) for Honda GX200/Clone Engines
138190013 Tillotson Clone Valve Tappet Lifter
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Stock Tappet (Lifter) for Honda GX200/Clone Engines

Part Number: 138190013
Online Price: $2.99
OEM-Style Tappet (Lifter) for Honda GX200 & Clone Engines
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Description

Stock Tappet (Lifter) for Honda GX200 & Clone Engines


These OEM-style flat tappets are designed to provide reliable valve train operation in Honda GX200 and GX200-clone engines, delivering smooth performance and durability in both stock and performance builds that use a flat-tappet camshaft.


Each tappet is precision-machined from high-strength steel, offering excellent wear resistance and compatibility with most small block clone engines. Ideal for kart racers and engine builders, these lifters meet AKRA and NKA legal standards with minor machining allowed where applicable.


Key Features:

  • OEM-style lifters for flat-tappet camshaft engines
  • High-strength steel construction for durability under load
  • Compatible with most GX200-based engines and clones
  • Race legal with AKRA & NKA compliance (see below)
  • Machinable to meet weight and rulebook specifications
  • Weight: ~20 grams (rules require 18g minimum)


Tappet Specifications:

  • Average Weight: 20 grams
  • Average Length: 1.366"
  • Head Diameter: 0.925"


Installation & Tech Tip:

For optimal performance and longevity, always install new tappets when replacing your camshaft. To avoid premature wear during break-in, apply a high-quality assembly lube, such as Maxima Racing Oil Assembly Lube, to the cam lobes and lifter faces before startup.


Engine Compatibility:

Fits most Honda GX200-style and clone small-block engines:

  • Honda GX200 / Clone (196cc)
  • Box Stock Project 196
  • Tillotson 196 / 212 / 225
  • Ducar 196 / 212 / 224
  • Predator 212 (Hemi & Non-Hemi)
  • Predator 224 (Non-Hemi)
  • Ghost 212
  • Wildcat 223 / 240 (may require longer pushrod)

Fitment Note:
Wildcat 223 uses a longer tappet and may require an extended pushrod. Always verify dimensions before ordering for custom or non-standard builds.


Rulebook Compliance

AKRA 2020 Rules for Lifters:

Lifter Head Dia .915" min with no visible modification. Weight check lifters 18 grams min and pushrods 9 grams min. Machining to bottom of lifter allowed. The bottom must remain flat. To be mated bottom to bottom at tech to a known stock lifter. No other machining allows to lifter allowed. The weight rule still applies. 


NKA 2020 Rules for Lifters:

40.4.23: Lifters

40.4.23.1: Length: 1.350"-1.390"

40.4.23.2: Outside Diameter: .935" maximum

40.4.23.3: Minimum Weight: 18 grams


Whether you're restoring a stock engine or prepping a race build, these stock tappets for Honda GX200 and clone engines offer the reliability and compliance needed for performance and racing. Machinable and rule-legal, they’re a go-to choice for engine builders aiming for competitive results.

FAQ

1. What is a tappet (lifter) and why is it important?

A tappet, or lifter, transfers motion from the camshaft to the pushrod and valve. It ensures smooth valve operation and is critical in maintaining proper engine timing and performance.


2. Will this tappet fit my Predator 212 engine?

Yes, this tappet fits both Predator 212 Hemi and Non-Hemi models, along with other GX200-style clone engines. However, always confirm specs for custom builds.


3. Is this tappet legal for AKRA or NKA kart racing?

Yes. This tappet meets AKRA 2020 and NKA 2020 regulations. It can be machined to meet minimum weight and head diameter specs, as long as modifications are rule-compliant.


4. What is the weight and size of this lifter?

  • Average Weight: 20 grams (can be machined to 18g minimum per AKRA/NKA rules)
  • Length: 1.366"
  • Head Diameter: 0.925"


5. Can I reuse old lifters with a new camshaft?

We do not recommend reusing old lifters. Always replace lifters when installing a new camshaft to prevent early wear and ensure proper break-in.


6. What engines are compatible with this tappet?

This lifter fits:

  • Honda GX200 & clones (196cc)
  • Tillotson 196 / 212 / 225
  • Predator 212 (Hemi & Non-Hemi)
  • Predator 224 (Non-Hemi)
  • Ghost 212
  • Wildcat 223/240 (may require longer pushrod)

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