The Wacker Neuson Choke Shaft Set With Lever is a genuine OEM component designed for the BS45Y, BS52Y, and BS60Y series vibratory rammers. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original assembly, ensuring a correct, trouble-free installation. It is compatible across multiple BS-series rammer configurations, including both 152mm/6in and 254mm/10in shoe variants. Verify your model number against the fitment list before ordering to confirm compatibility.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original design tolerances, so the choke shaft and lever operate with the same actuation feel and travel as the part it replaces.
- Complete Set Included — Supplied as a matched shaft-and-lever assembly, eliminating the need to source components separately and ensuring correct mechanical alignment on installation.
- Broad BS-Series Fitment — Confirmed fit across BS45Y, BS52Y, and BS60Y vibratory rammer models, covering both 6in and 10in shoe configurations.
- Fuel System Integrity — A correctly functioning choke shaft and lever assembly allows precise control of the air-fuel mixture during cold starts, preventing hard-start issues and rough running on the rammer engine.
- Fuel System Safety — The choke mechanism controls intake airflow at the carburetor; a worn or binding shaft can prevent the choke from fully opening, causing fuel-rich running, excess emissions, and potential engine damage over time.
The choke shaft and lever assembly controls the choke plate inside the carburetor, restricting airflow to enrich the fuel mixture when starting a cold engine. On a vibratory rammer like the BS45Y, BS52Y, and BS60Y, reliable cold-start performance is essential for getting the machine running quickly on the job. When the choke shaft wears, binds, or breaks, the choke plate can no longer be accurately positioned — leading to difficult cold starts, inconsistent engine speed, or a choke that stays partially closed and starves the engine of air during normal operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000079788 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0079788 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Shaft Set With Lever |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vibratory Rammer with 254mm/10 in Shoe | BS52Y | 5000007508, 5000008053, 5000008054, 5000009409, 5000007148 |
| Vibratory Rammer | BS60Y | 5000006779, 5000007509 |
| Vibratory Rammer with 250mm/10 in Shoe | BS45Y | 5000007137 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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