The Wacker Neuson Piston Ring Set is a genuine OEM piston ring set designed for the GS6500G generator. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this set is manufactured to the exact specifications used in original production, ensuring the correct ring profile, material grade, and tension for this engine. As a genuine OEM component, it delivers the dimensional accuracy needed to restore proper cylinder sealing and compression. Confirm your model number against the fitment data before ordering to ensure compatibility with your specific GS6500G unit.
Key Features
- Correct Ring Tension and Profile — Genuine OEM construction means each ring is manufactured to the precise cross-section, face geometry, and radial tension spec for this engine — critical factors that directly affect compression and oil control.
- Drop-In Engine Rebuild Fit — Rings are sized and gapped to match the original bore diameter of the GS6500G engine, allowing straightforward installation during a standard piston or top-end rebuild.
- GS6500G Generator Compatibility — Verified fitment for the Wacker Neuson GS6500G generator series. Always cross-reference your machine number to confirm the correct application.
- Compression and Oil Seal Restoration — Worn or broken piston rings cause loss of compression, increased oil consumption, and hard starting. A fresh set restores the sealing surfaces that keep combustion pressure where it belongs.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson OEM Part — Backed by Wacker Neuson as an authorized replacement component, carrying part number 5000408835 for straightforward identification and reordering.
Piston rings seal the gap between the piston and the cylinder wall, performing two essential jobs: holding combustion pressure in the combustion chamber and preventing engine oil from entering it. A compression ring on the upper portion of the piston takes the brunt of combustion force, while oil control rings below it scrape excess oil back down the cylinder wall. When rings wear, break, or lose tension, compression drops, oil burns off through the combustion chamber, and the engine struggles to start or run at full power. Replacing a worn piston ring set is a fundamental engine repair that directly restores the performance and efficiency of the machine.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000408835 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0408835 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Ring Set |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| GS6500G | GS6500G LA | 5100079455 |
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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