The Wacker Neuson Governor Lever is a genuine OEM component designed for BFS735 gasoline floor saws and GP2500A and GV2500A portable generators. As a direct factory replacement, this lever restores precise engine speed regulation and ensures the machine responds correctly to load changes. Sourced directly through the Wacker Neuson OEM parts program, the is built to the same specification as the part that left the factory, covering multiple BFS735 saw configurations as well as EPA-compliant and 50Hz/60Hz generator variants.
Key Features
- Factory-Matched Geometry: — Cast and formed to OEM dimensions so the lever pivots and engages the governor linkage exactly as engineered — no bending or adjustment needed to achieve correct throttle response.
- Genuine OEM Source: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original specification, delivering the correct lever travel and contact points that an aftermarket substitute may not replicate.
- Broad Cross-Model Fitment: — Covers BFS735 floor saw variants (including CN and A-suffix models) and GP2500A/GV2500A generator configurations spanning EPA, 50Hz, and 60Hz production runs.
- Restores Accurate Engine Speed Control: — A worn or bent governor lever causes hunting, surging, or uncontrolled RPM swings; replacing it returns the engine to stable, load-responsive operation.
- Fuel System Safety Relevance: — The governor lever is part of the fuel and throttle control circuit; a failed lever can result in engine over-speed, making timely replacement important for safe operation of both the floor saw and generator.
The governor lever is a mechanical link in the engine's speed-control system, connecting the governor flyweight assembly to the carburetor throttle shaft. When the engine is under load, the governor senses the RPM drop and moves this lever to open the throttle and restore speed; when load decreases, the lever returns to reduce fuel delivery and prevent over-revving. A lever that is worn, bent, or cracked breaks this feedback loop, causing the engine to hunt, surge, or run at uncontrolled speeds — conditions that affect both cut quality on the BFS735 floor saw and power output stability on the GP2500A and GV2500A generators. Replacing a damaged governor lever with a genuine Wacker Neuson 5000158460 restores the mechanical linkage to its correct geometry and ensures the engine governor functions as designed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000158460 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0158460 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Lever |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| BFS735 | BFS735 | 5100029228, 5100054573 |
| GP2500A | GP2500A | 5000620128, 5200002844, 5000620009 |
| GV2500A | GV2500A | 5000009345, 5000009350, 5000009355, 5000009360, 5000620542, 5000620286 |
| BFS735 | BFS735 CN | 5100042681 |
| Gasoline Powered Floor Saw | BFS 735A | 5100001816 |
| Floor saw BFS735 | BFS 735 | 5100009932 |
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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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