The Wacker Neuson Cylinder Head Complete is a genuine OEM component designed for the GPi1700 portable inverter generator. As a factory-sourced assembly, this cylinder head is manufactured to the same specifications as the original part, ensuring a correct, direct installation with no guesswork. Sourcing a genuine OEM replacement means every port, mating surface, and threaded bore matches the tolerances your engine was built around. If you're restoring compression or addressing a failed head on your GPi1700, part number is the confirmed replacement from Wacker Neuson.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Combustion Integrity — Manufactured to original combustion chamber geometry and valve seat specifications, preserving the compression ratio your GPi1700 engine was engineered to deliver.
- Direct-Fit Assembly — All coolant passages, bolt patterns, and gasket surfaces match the original head exactly, allowing straightforward installation against the existing block and head gasket.
- Confirmed Fitment for the GPi1700 — Verified compatible with the Wacker Neuson GPi1700 portable inverter generator (model GPi1700, machine number 5000620778).
- Restores Full Engine Output — A correctly sealed cylinder head maintains the compression necessary for reliable ignition and full rated power output — a worn or cracked head causes misfires, hard starting, and loss of generator capacity.
- Fuel System and Emissions Safety — A properly torqued OEM cylinder head ensures combustion gases are fully contained, preventing exhaust leaks that can pose carbon monoxide risks in portable generator applications.
The cylinder head seals the top of the engine's combustion chamber, housing the valves that control the intake of air and fuel and the exhaust of spent gases. It works together with the head gasket and engine block to contain the high pressures generated during combustion, which is what drives the piston and ultimately produces electrical output in a generator. When a cylinder head cracks, warps, or develops a leaking valve seat, compression drops, fuel efficiency suffers, and the engine may fail to start or run reliably — making prompt replacement with a correctly specified part essential to restoring normal operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000226147 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0226147 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Cylinder Head Complete |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Portable Inverter Generator | GPi1700 | 5000620778 |
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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