The Wacker Neuson Connecting Rod Bearing is a genuine OEM component designed for PT6Y and PT6YT series self-priming centrifugal trash pumps. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this bearing delivers the exact tolerancing and material specification required to maintain proper crankshaft-to-rod clearance in high-cycle pump engine applications. Fitment covers multiple PT6Y and PT6YT configurations, including EPA Tier 4 compliant variants. Keep a verified OEM part on hand to protect your pump investment and avoid unplanned downtime on demanding job sites.
Key Features
- OEM-Spec Bearing Tolerancing — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's exact dimensional and surface-finish specifications, ensuring correct oil-film clearance between the connecting rod and crankshaft journal.
- Drop-In Engine Replacement — Matches the original bearing shell profile and crush height for the PT6Y and PT6YT engine assemblies, fitting without machining or shimming.
- Broad PT6 Series Coverage — Compatible across PT6Y and PT6YT configurations, including standard, EPA Tier 4, AU, SA, and IN market variants.
- Protects High-Load Engine Components — A correctly fitted connecting rod bearing maintains proper lubrication film, preventing metal-to-metal contact that leads to rod failure, crankshaft scoring, and engine seizure.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Carries the full Wacker Neuson OEM designation, ensuring compatibility verification against your machine's serial number and model record.
The connecting rod bearing sits between the connecting rod and the crankshaft journal, forming a precision interface that allows the rod to rotate smoothly as the piston drives the engine's power stroke. A thin film of pressurized engine oil separates the bearing surface from the journal, preventing direct metal contact under load. When a connecting rod bearing wears, becomes scored, or loses its correct clearance, oil pressure drops at that journal, leading to knocking, accelerated crankshaft wear, and — if left unchecked — catastrophic engine failure that can sideline the pump entirely.
Part Details
| Part Number | 1000148805 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Connecting Rod Bearing |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| PUMP PT6Y-AU | PT6Y-AU | 5100076956 |
| PT6YT | PT6YT-IN | 5100077923 |
| PT6YT | PT6YT | 5100070966 |
| PT6Y | PT6Y-SA | 5100070835 |
| PT6Y | PT6Y | 5100064168, 5100069617 |
| PT6Y | PT6Y EPA T4 | 5100073464 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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