The Wacker Neuson Short Universal Joint Assembly is a genuine OEM component designed for the CRT36 and CRT48 series ride-on concrete power trowels. This part is sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, ensuring it meets the exact specifications of the original component installed at the factory. It covers an extensive range of CRT models, including standard, high-speed, electronic steering, power steer, dual-fuel, and wheel kit configurations across both the 915mm/36in and 1220mm/48in trowel families.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original torque-transfer and articulation specifications, ensuring the joint operates within the designed rotational load range for ride-on trowel drivelines.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement: — Engineered to the same shaft interface dimensions as the original, allowing straightforward installation without modification to surrounding drivetrain components.
- Broad CRT Series Compatibility: — Fits a wide range of CRT36 and CRT48 models, including CRT36-24A, CRT36-25, CRT36-26A, CRT48-31V, CRT48-33K, CRT48-34V, CRT48-35L, CRT48-35V, CRT48-37V, and CRT48-57K variants.
- Smooth Power Transfer: — A correctly functioning universal joint maintains consistent rotational power delivery to the trowel rotor arms; a worn or failed joint introduces vibration, uneven blade pitch response, and accelerated wear on adjacent drivetrain parts.
- Drivetrain Integrity: — On a ride-on trowel operating at high rotor speeds across a freshly poured slab, a compromised universal joint can cause sudden loss of blade control — replacing a worn joint promptly protects both the finish quality and operator safety.
The short universal joint assembly transfers rotational power from the trowel's gearbox output to the rotor spider assembly, accommodating the slight angular offset between the two shafts while maintaining smooth, continuous torque delivery. It is a critical link in the driveline of a ride-on concrete trowel — if the joint wears, cracks, or seizes, the operator will notice vibration, irregular blade pitch behavior, or a complete loss of drive to the rotor. Replacing the assembly at the first sign of play or roughness prevents collateral damage to the gearbox and rotor components and keeps the trowel finishing concrete evenly and on schedule.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000117999 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0117999 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Short Universal Joint Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| CRT48-35L Trowel | CRT48-35L | 5000620113, 5000620806 |
| CRT48-35V | CRT48-35V | 5000620112 |
| CRT48-35V | CRT48-35V EU | 5000620807 |
| 915mm/36in Ride-on Trowel | CRT36-25 | 5000620115, 5000620295, 5000620803, 5000620804 |
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-34V | 5000620805, 5000620075, 5200004935 |
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V | 5000620476 |
| 915mm/36in Ride-On Trowel | CRT36-24A | 5000620080, 5000620299, 5000620801, 5000620802 |
| 1220mm/48in High Speed Ride-On Trowel | CRT48-31V-H | 5000009086 |
| 1220mm/48in Low Speed Ride-On Trowel | CRT48-25K-L | 5000009084 |
| 1220mm/48in High Speed Ride-On Trowel | CRT48-25K-H | 5000009085 |
| 915mm/36in Ride-On High Speed Trowel | CRT36-23K-H | 5000009083 |
| 915mm/36in Ride-On High Speed Trowel | CRT36-24A-H | 5000009232 |
| CRT48-35L-PS | CRT48-35L-PS | 5000620704 |
| CRT48-35L-PS | CRT48-35L-PS EU | 5000620900 |
| Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V-E | 5000009481 |
| Ride-on Trowel | CRT48-31V-ES-E | 5000009482 |
| Ride-on Trowel | CRT36-24A-E | 5000009483 |
| CRT36-26A Trowel w/Wheel Kit | CRT36-26A | 5000621000, 5000620999, 5000621001, 5000621002 |
| 1220mm/48in Ride-on Trowel, El ectronic Steering | CRT48-31V-ES | 5000009216 |
| CRT48-33K | CRT48-33K | 5200002353 |
| CRT48-33K Trowel, Dual-Fuel | CRT48-33K DF | 5200007686, 5200007687 |
| 915mm/36in Ride-On High Speed Trowel | CRT36-25K-H | 5000620027 |
| CRT48-33K | CRT48-33k | 5200002354 |
| CRTv 36-26A Trowel, w/Wheel Kit | CRTv36-26A | 5200008544, 5200008545, 5200008546 |
| CRT48-57K Trowel, Power Steer | CRT48-57k-PS | 5200018779 |
| CRT48-37V Trowel | CRT48-37V | 5100024209 |
| CRT48-57K Trowel | CRT48-57K-MS | 5100018892 |
| CRT48-37V Trowel, Power Steer | CRT48-37V-PS | 5100024291 |
| CRT48-57K-PS | CRT48-57k-PS EU | 5200018820 |
| CRT48-35V, Power Steer | CRT48-35V-PS | 5200016909 |
| CRT48-37V | CRT48-37V EU | 5100024290 |
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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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