The Wacker Neuson Spacer is a genuine OEM component designed for the GPS8500 and GPS9700 series portable generators. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this spacer carries the same part number and specification as the original, so you can install with confidence. It is verified to fit multiple GPS9700 configurations — including EPA-compliant, wheel kit, and premium variants — as well as the GPS8500, making it a dependable choice for fleet operators and service technicians maintaining Wacker Neuson generator equipment.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to exact Wacker Neuson tolerances, ensuring the spacer maintains correct component alignment and dimensional accuracy within the generator assembly.
- Direct OEM Replacement — Matches the original part's geometry and material spec, dropping in exactly where the worn or damaged spacer was removed — no fitting or adjustment needed.
- Broad GPS Series Compatibility — Fits GPS8500 and multiple GPS9700 configurations, including EPA-compliant, premium, and wheel kit variants, covering a wide range of Wacker Neuson portable generator builds.
- Maintains Proper Component Spacing — A correctly fitted spacer holds critical clearances between moving or static parts; a worn or missing spacer can allow unwanted movement, accelerating wear on adjacent components.
- Verified Part Number — Part number 5000115422 is confirmed against Wacker Neuson's parts catalog for the GPS8500 and GPS9700 series, giving technicians confidence they are ordering the correct component first time.
A spacer is a precision-dimensioned component used to establish and maintain a fixed gap or positional relationship between two adjacent parts within an assembly. In a portable generator like the GPS8500 or GPS9700, spacers are used to control alignment, load distribution, and clearance between shafts, housings, fasteners, or rotating elements. When a spacer wears, cracks, or is missing entirely, the parts it separates can shift out of position — leading to vibration, uneven load transfer, accelerated wear on surrounding components, or loss of mechanical integrity in the assembly.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000115422 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0115422 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Spacer |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS9700 | 5000008287, 5000620264, 5200005042, 5000620973, 5100036768 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS8500 | 5000008286 |
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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