The Wacker Neuson Carburetor Gasket is a genuine OEM carburetor gasket designed for a wide range of Wacker Neuson equipment, including MP12, MP15, and MP20 single direction plates, MG3 portable generators, MCP2 and MCP3 pumps, MFS735 floor saws, and GS3500Gi generators. As a direct factory replacement, this gasket is sourced from Wacker Neuson and built to the same specification as the original part — ensuring a proper seal between the carburetor and engine without the guesswork of an off-spec substitute. Compatibility extends across the ZEN-L and ZEN-C plate compactor series, the BFS735c, PG2c, and D3.5 modular internal vibrators, covering a broad spread of Wacker Neuson light equipment. If you're servicing any of these machines, verifying part number against your serial number and model plate before ordering is always recommended.
Key Features
- Fuel-Tight OEM Seal — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original material and compression spec, this gasket delivers the airtight, fuel-resistant seal the carburetor requires to meter fuel correctly.
- Drop-In Carburetor Fit — Matches the original bolt pattern and mating surface dimensions exactly, seating directly between the carburetor body and engine intake with no trimming or shimming needed.
- Broad Model Coverage — A single part number covers MP12, MP15, and MP20 plate compactors; MG3 portable generators; MCP2 and MCP3 water pumps; MFS735 floor saws; ZEN-L and ZEN-C compactors; GS3500Gi generators; and more.
- Protects Engine Fuel Delivery — A failed or compressed carburetor gasket allows unmetered air into the fuel circuit, causing hard starting, rough running, and fuel leaks. Replacing it restores correct air-fuel mixture control.
- Fuel System Safety — A cracked or deteriorated gasket can allow raw fuel to weep near ignition sources. Using the correct OEM-spec replacement keeps the carburetor sealed and the fuel system operating safely.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Supplied as genuine OEM, part number 5000408498 carries Wacker Neuson's original quality assurance and is the same component fitted at the factory.
A carburetor gasket forms a compressed seal between the carburetor and the engine's intake port, preventing unfiltered air from entering the fuel circuit and stopping fuel from leaking out of the joint. When this gasket hardens, cracks, or compresses unevenly with age, the engine can pull in excess air, leaning out the fuel mixture and causing symptoms like difficult starting, unstable idle, and loss of power under load. Replacing a worn carburetor gasket is one of the most straightforward carburetor service steps, and using the correct OEM part ensures the mating surfaces seal fully the first time — avoiding repeat disassembly and the risk of ongoing fuel system issues.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000408498 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0408498 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Carburetor Gasket |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 12W | 5100072719 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 15W | 5100072721 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 20W | 5100072723 |
| MP15 | MP15 | 5100054291 |
| Single Direction Plates | MP12 | 5100067424, 5100075679, 5100055366, 5000630380 |
| Single Direction Plates | MP20 | 5000630379 |
| Floor Saws | MFS735-CN | 5000630435 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-CE | 5000630384, 5100055609 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-AU | 5000630385 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-CL | 5000630387 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-LA | 5000630388 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-CN | 5000630390 |
| Portable Generators | MG3-ME | 5000630391 |
| Pump | MCP2X | 5000630422 |
| Water Pump | MCP2-CN | 5000630437 |
| Gasoline Powered Floor Saw | MFS735 | 5100055201 |
| MCP2 | MCP2-CE | 5100056321 |
| Pump | MCP3-CE | 5100067952 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | D3.5G2 | 5100072196 |
| Modular Internal Vibrators | D3.5G3 | 5100072403 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 12 | 5100072720 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 15 | 5100072722 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-L 20 | 5100072724 |
| Single Direction Plates | ZEN-C 20 | 5100073053 |
| BFS735c | BFS735c | 5100079275 |
| PG2c | PG2G-c CE | 5100079342 |
| GS3500Gi | GS3500Gi CE | 5100079448 |
| GS3500Gi | GS3500Gi CN | 5100079595 |
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
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