The Wacker Neuson Recoil Starter Spring is a genuine OEM component designed for the P31A Power Unit for Wet Screed. As a factory-original part, it is manufactured to the same specifications as the spring that came installed on your machine, ensuring a correct, reliable fit within the recoil starter assembly. This spring is the right call when your starter cord fails to retract or the recoil mechanism loses tension, restoring full pull-start function to your power unit.
Key Features
- Factory-Original Spring Tension: — Wound and tempered to the exact coil spec of the original, so the starter retracts with the correct force every pull.
- Genuine OEM Quality: — Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the same material and hardness standards as the spring that left the factory with your machine.
- Direct Replacement for P31A: — Engineered specifically for the P31A Power Unit for Wet Screed; fits into the existing recoil housing without modification to surrounding components.
- Restores Full Pull-Start Function: — A broken or fatigued recoil spring means a cord that won't retract and an engine that won't start; replacing it brings the starter back to full working order.
- Verified Part Number: — Part number 5000157601 cross-references directly to the P31A, giving you confidence you're ordering the correct component for your machine.
The recoil starter spring is the coiled steel band housed inside the starter assembly that stores energy as you pull the starter cord, then releases it to snap the cord back into its resting position. Without a properly functioning spring, the starter cord stays limp and the engine cannot be cranked. Over time, repeated use causes the spring to fatigue, lose tension, or snap entirely — symptoms that show up as a slow-retracting cord or complete starter failure. Replacing the spring with the correct OEM part restores the snap and tension the starter assembly needs to function as designed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000157601 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0157601 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Power Unit for Wet Screed | P31A | 5000009365 |
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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