The Wacker Neuson Rewind Starter Spring is a genuine OEM component designed for the VPR1330 vibratory plate compactor and the GH3500E high cycle portable generator. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM part, the is manufactured to the exact specification of the original, ensuring correct tension, coil geometry, and material grade for a drop-in replacement. This spring covers two distinct machine families — compaction and power generation — making it a practical stocking part for crews running mixed Wacker Neuson equipment on site.
Key Features
- OEM-Correct Spring Temper and Coil Profile — manufactured to the original tension specification so the starter cord retracts with the proper force, preventing slack-cord jams and hard-start conditions.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — engineered to seat into the existing recoil starter housing on both the VPR1330 and GH3500E without modification to the housing, cup, or rope anchor.
- Cross-Family Compatibility — a single part number covers the VPR1330 vibratory plate compactor and the GH3500E high cycle portable generator, reducing the number of SKUs needed in a field parts kit.
- Consistent Pull-Start Performance — a properly tensioned rewind spring returns the starter handle fully after each pull; a fatigued or broken spring leaves the rope hanging loose and prevents the engine from starting.
- Fuel System Safety Relevance — a recoil starter that fails to retract fully can allow the rope to contact moving engine components; using the correct OEM spring restores the intended retraction speed and keeps the starter mechanism operating as designed.
The rewind starter spring is the coiled flat spring housed inside the recoil starter assembly that stores energy when the pull cord is drawn out and releases it to retract the cord back into the housing after each start attempt. Without sufficient spring tension, the cord will not fully retract, leaving it exposed to engine heat and rotating parts and making the next pull ineffective. Over time, repeated starting cycles cause the spring to fatigue, lose set, or snap entirely — symptoms include a cord that retracts slowly, stops partway, or does not return at all. Replacing the spring with the correct OEM part restores full cord travel and consistent starting behavior.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000030809 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0030809 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rewind Starter Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Plate 300mm/12in | VPR1330 | 5000006512 |
| High Cycle Portable Generator | GH3500E | 5000005785 |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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