The Wacker Neuson is a genuine OEM Starter Motor Gear designed for the GS8.5V, GS9.7V, GPS8500, and GPS9700 portable generators with electric start, as well as the RD880V double drum vibratory roller. As a factory-sourced component, this part meets the exact specifications Wacker Neuson built into these machines, ensuring a direct, trouble-free installation. Whether you are servicing a portable generator on a job site or returning an RD880V roller to full operation, part number is the correct replacement to specify.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Gear Tooth Integrity — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original tooth profile and hardness spec, so the gear meshes cleanly with the starter ring without slippage or premature wear.
- Drop-In Starter System Compatibility — Matches the original mounting dimensions and spline engagement of the electric-start assemblies on GS and GPS series generators and the RD880V roller, so no re-machining or adapter hardware is needed.
- Cross-Family Fitment — A single part number covers the GS8.5V and GS9.7V portable generators, the GPS8500 and GPS9700 generators, and the RD880V double drum vibratory roller, making it a versatile stock item for mixed fleets.
- Dependable Cranking Engagement — A correctly functioning starter motor gear delivers consistent engagement between the starter motor and the flywheel ring gear on every start cycle; a worn or damaged gear causes hard starts, grinding, and eventual no-start conditions.
- Electrical System Safety — Using the correct OEM gear prevents starter motor overload caused by mismatched gear ratios, protecting the broader electric-start system from secondary damage.
The starter motor gear is the mechanical link between the electric starter motor and the engine's flywheel ring gear. When the ignition is engaged, the gear extends and meshes with the ring gear to crank the engine; once the engine fires, it disengages to protect the starter. A worn, chipped, or damaged gear will fail to engage cleanly, producing a grinding noise, erratic cranking, or a complete failure to start the engine. Replacing a faulty gear promptly prevents accelerated wear on both the starter motor and the flywheel ring gear, avoiding a more costly repair down the line.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000080883 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0080883 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Motor Gear |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS8.5V | 5000007661 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS9.7V | 5000007662 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS8500 | 5000008286 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS9700 | 5000008287 |
| Double Drum Vibratory Roller | RD880V | 5000006736 |
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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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