The Honda 12361-848-010 Tappet Cover is a genuine OEM replacement designed for EG1500 and ER1500 generators. As a direct Honda OEM part, it is manufactured to the same specification as the original component, ensuring a correct fit without modification. This cover is built for the EG1500 and ER1500 generator lines — confirm your unit's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks and the correct cover can vary within a model range.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — sourced directly from Honda, this cover matches the original in dimensions and material specification, so it seats and seals exactly as intended.
- Correct Valvetrain Enclosure — properly encloses the tappet (valve lifter) area, keeping contaminants out and lubricating oil in where the valvetrain needs it.
- Generator-Specific Fitment — designed for EG1500 and ER1500 generators; verify your serial number against the compatibility table to confirm the right cover for your unit.
- Restores Oil Containment — a cracked or warped tappet cover allows oil to escape and exposes the valvetrain to dirt; replacing it promptly protects engine internals and prevents further wear.
The tappet cover seals the tappet chamber — the area of the engine block that houses the valve lifters and the lower end of the valvetrain. It keeps engine oil from leaking out while preventing dirt and debris from entering a zone where even small contamination can accelerate wear on the lifters and camshaft lobes. When this cover cracks, warps, or loses its seal, oil loss and valvetrain contamination follow quickly, causing increased wear and potential loss of power output from the generator.
Part Details
| Part Number | 12361-848-010 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Tappet Cover |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EG1500, ER1500 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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