The Wacker Neuson Starter Rope is a genuine OEM component designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson vibratory plate compactors, battery and gasoline-powered single-direction plates, reversible vibratory plates, the GH3500 generator, and the TEH 1 high frequency demolition set. As a direct OEM replacement, the is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring a correct, hassle-free installation in the recoil starter assembly. This rope fits the VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, AP1550R, and BPU 2540 compaction models, among others. Keeping a correct-specification starter rope on hand means no fumbling with mismatched parts when it's time to get your equipment running on the job.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Rope Material — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original diameter and braided construction spec, so it seats correctly in the recoil pulley groove without slipping or fraying prematurely.
- Drop-In Recoil Starter Fit — Routes and knots exactly like the original in the starter housing, making replacement straightforward without recutting or resizing.
- Broad Compaction Equipment Coverage — Confirmed fitment across the VP1340R/RW, VP1550R/RW, VP2050R/RW, AP1550R single-direction plate, and BPU 2540 reversible vibratory plate families.
- Extended Generator and Demolition Compatibility — Also fits the GH3500 portable generator and TEH 1 high frequency demolition set, making it a versatile service stock item.
- Consistent Pull-Start Engagement — A correctly tensioned, undamaged starter rope delivers smooth, reliable cord engagement with the recoil mechanism, so the engine cranks over fully on every pull.
The starter rope is the pull cord that transfers force from your hand to the recoil starter mechanism inside the engine's pull-start housing. When you pull the handle, the rope unwinds the recoil pulley, spinning the engine crankshaft to initiate ignition. Over time the rope can fray, weaken, or snap — particularly in high-cycle use on compaction equipment or generators that are started multiple times a day. A worn or broken starter rope means the machine simply will not start; replacing it promptly with a correct-specification rope like the Wacker Neuson 5000158429 restores full starting function and prevents secondary damage to the recoil spring or pulley caused by a frayed cord jamming in the housing.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158429 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158429 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Rope |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Gas Reversible Vibratory Plate ,25 kN,40cm/16in | BPU 2540 | 5000008954 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| Generator GH 3500 | GH3500 | 5000610079 |
| High Frequency Demolitionset | TEH 1 | 5000610241 |
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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