The Honda BH-551008 Brush Holder is a genuine OEM component designed for the GV400 vertical shaft engine. As the factory-sourced replacement, this part matches Honda's original specifications exactly, ensuring a correct fit with no guesswork at installation. If the brush holder on your GV400 has worn, cracked, or lost its ability to retain the brushes securely, this is the direct replacement to restore proper function.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Sourcing — manufactured by Honda to the same specification as the original, ensuring the brush seats and retains correctly within the alternator assembly
- Direct Replacement for the GV400 — built specifically for the GV400 vertical shaft engine; confirm your serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks
- Restored Brush Contact — a failed or worn brush holder prevents consistent brush-to-commutator contact, leading to erratic or lost electrical output; this replacement brings that contact surface back to spec
The brush holder is the component that positions and guides the carbon brushes against the rotating commutator or slip rings inside the alternator section of the engine. By holding each brush at the correct angle and tension, it maintains the steady electrical contact needed for consistent current generation. When the holder cracks, deforms, or loses its spring tension, brush contact becomes intermittent, causing voltage irregularities or a complete loss of electrical output from the engine.
Part Details
| Part Number | BH-551008 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Brush Holder |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GV400 | 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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