The Wacker Neuson Main Jet High Altitude is a genuine OEM carburetor jet designed for PT3V 75mm/3-inch centrifugal trash pumps. This is a direct OEM replacement sourced through authorized Wacker Neuson supply channels, ensuring the correct fuel metering specification for high-altitude operation. It is confirmed compatible with PT3V series trash pumps and is the factory-specified jet for engines operating at elevation where standard jetting causes a rich fuel mixture and power loss. Verify your model number against the PT3V fitment data before ordering to confirm this is the correct jet for your application.
Key Features
- Correct High-Altitude Fuel Metering — Calibrated to deliver the right air-to-fuel ratio at elevation, where thinner air makes standard jets run excessively rich.
- Genuine OEM Part — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson; same jet specification installed at the factory, with the correct orifice sizing for this engine and carburetor pairing.
- PT3V Series Fitment — Confirmed fit for PT3V 75mm/3-inch centrifugal trash pump models; check your machine's model and serial number before ordering.
- Restores Full Engine Output at Elevation — A worn or incorrect jet causes rough running, black smoke, and reduced pump output; the correct high-altitude jet brings combustion efficiency back to spec.
- Fuel System Integrity — Using the correctly sized OEM jet prevents over-fueling conditions that can foul spark plugs, wash cylinder walls, and shorten engine life in high-altitude deployments.
The main jet is a precision-orificed fuel metering component housed inside the carburetor. It controls how much fuel enters the engine's air stream under load, and its orifice size is matched to a specific air density. At high altitude, atmospheric pressure drops and air becomes less dense, so the standard sea-level jet delivers more fuel than the engine can efficiently burn. A high-altitude jet has a smaller orifice to compensate, restoring the correct mixture and preventing the rough running, power loss, and excessive smoke that result from a rich-running engine. Using the wrong jet — or a worn jet with an eroded orifice — directly undermines engine performance and increases fuel consumption.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000152672 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0152672 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Main Jet High Altitude |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| 75mm/3in Centrifugal Trash Pum p | PT3V | 5000009102, 5000009241 |
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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