The Wacker Neuson Pilot Jet is a genuine OEM component designed for Wacker Neuson VP-series single-direction vibratory plate compactors and BFS-series floor saws, including the VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, AP1550R, BFS 1345B, BFS 1345BZ, and BFS 1350L. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact specifications of the original component it replaces. Installing the correct pilot jet ensures proper fuel-to-air metering at idle and low-throttle conditions, keeping carburetor performance where it needs to be across the full range of compatible machines.
Key Features
- Exact OEM Fuel Metering Spec — Manufactured to the original orifice diameter and flow rating, ensuring the carburetor delivers the correct fuel mixture at idle and low-speed operation.
- Direct Carburetor Drop-In — Threads directly into the carburetor body using the original seat and thread pitch, with no re-jetting or modification to the fuel circuit required.
- Broad Model Coverage — Fits the VP1340R, VP1340RW, VP1550R, VP1550RW, VP2050R, VP2050RW, AP1550R, BFS 1345B, BFS 1345BZ, and BFS 1350L — one part number across both the vibratory plate and floor saw families.
- Stable Idle Performance — A correctly sized pilot jet eliminates rough idling, engine stumbling at low throttle, and hard starting caused by a clogged or worn jet passage.
- Fuel System Integrity — Using the genuine OEM jet prevents lean-running conditions that can cause overheating or engine damage during sustained low-speed operation.
The pilot jet is a small, precisely drilled brass fitting seated inside the carburetor that meters the fuel supply during engine idle and low-throttle operation. At low engine speeds, the main jet is not yet active, so the pilot jet carries the full responsibility for fuel delivery — if it becomes clogged with varnish or debris, the engine will idle roughly, stall frequently, or refuse to start. When the jet is damaged or incorrectly sized, the fuel mixture falls outside the designed ratio, leading to lean-running conditions, increased engine temperatures, and accelerated internal wear. Replacing a worn or blocked pilot jet with the correct OEM part restores clean, stable idle behavior and protects the engine during low-demand operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158372 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158372 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pilot Jet |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340RW | 5000009034 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550RW | 5000009030 |
| Single Direction Plates | AP1550R | 5000009538 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 15 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP1550R | 5000009029 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 13 kN, 400mm/15.5in | VP1340R | 5000009033 |
| Value Vibratory Plate, 20 kN, 500mm/19.5in | VP2050R | 5000009088 |
| Basic floor saw, ø 450mm/18in | BFS 1345B | 5000008909, 5000610142 |
| Petrol Floor Saw BFS 1350L | BFS 1350L | 5000008936 |
| Single Direction Asphalt Plate | VP2050RW | 5000009511 |
| BFS 1345 SAW,BZ | BFS 1345BZ | 5000610243 |
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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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