The Wacker Neuson Steel Ball is a genuine OEM component designed for the GS10003G and GS16000G LA generator series. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this part meets the exact material and dimensional standards of the original production component. Cross-reference part number against your serial tag and parts diagram before ordering to confirm this is the correct fit for your machine.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Hardness and Roundness — Manufactured to the same metallurgical spec as the original, ensuring consistent contact, load transfer, and wear resistance within the assembly.
- Drop-In Replacement — Dimensionally identical to the factory part, seating into the same bore or seat without reworking surrounding components.
- Confirmed Generator Fitment — Verified for the GS10003G and GS16000G LA generator models; always match against your machine's parts diagram using part number 5000408898.
- Restores Smooth Mechanical Action — A worn or undersized steel ball causes slop, misalignment, or loss of detent function in the assembly; replacing it returns operation to spec.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Backed by Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain, so you're getting the same component that came off the production line — not an approximation.
A steel ball serves as a precision mechanical element within an assembly — typically acting as a detent, check, or load-bearing contact point that controls movement, locks a position, or seats against a valve surface. Because its function depends entirely on exact diameter and surface finish, even minor wear or an incorrect substitute can introduce play, cause inconsistent engagement, or allow fluid or mechanical bypass where it should not occur. Replacing a degraded steel ball with a correctly sized OEM part restores the tight tolerances the surrounding components were designed to work with.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000408898 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0408898 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Steel Ball |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| GS10003G | GS10003G (No-CE) | 5100079458 |
| GS16000G LA | GS16000G LA | 5100082407 |
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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