The Wacker Neuson Cylinder Head Gasket is a genuine OEM component designed for the GPS9700 and GS9.7V portable generator series and the RD11V hydrostatic double drum vibratory roller. As a direct OEM part, the is manufactured to the exact material and dimensional specifications required by these machines, ensuring a proper seal between the cylinder head and engine block. This gasket is a confirmed fit across multiple GPS9700 configurations, including EPA-compliant and premium variants, as well as the GS9.7V and RD11V platforms.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Sealing Material: — Engineered to the correct compression and heat-resistance spec for the engine configuration found in the GPS9700, GS9.7V, and RD11V — not a universal-fit substitute.
- Drop-In Head Replacement: — Matches the original bolt pattern and head surface profile, allowing direct installation without reworking mating surfaces under normal service conditions.
- Broad GPS9700 Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across standard, premium, EPA, and wheel-kit GPS9700 variants, the GS9.7V generator, and the RD11V tandem roller.
- Combustion Integrity: — A correctly sealed cylinder head maintains compression and prevents combustion gases from escaping into the cooling or oil passages, which directly affects power output and engine longevity.
- Fuel and Emissions Compliance: — A failed or leaking head gasket can cause unmetered fuel or exhaust gas to bypass the combustion chamber, affecting engine emissions performance — critical on EPA-rated GPS9700 units.
The cylinder head gasket forms a high-pressure seal between the engine's cylinder head and the engine block, containing combustion pressure and preventing coolant or oil from mixing with combustion gases. On generator and roller applications like the GPS9700 and RD11V, a compromised gasket typically presents as loss of compression, overheating, white exhaust smoke, or oil contamination — all of which can lead to engine damage if not addressed promptly. Replacing the gasket with a genuine OEM part like the 5000116520 restores the seal to its original specification and protects the engine from further wear.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000116520 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0116520 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cylinder Head Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GPS9700 | 5000008287, 5000620264, 5200005042, 5000620973, 5100036768 |
| Hydrostatic Double Drum Vibrat ory Roller | RD11V | 5000007694 |
| Portable Generator with Electr ic Start | GS9.7V | 5000007662 |
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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