The Wacker Neuson Gasket for Cylinder Head (0.4) is a genuine OEM component designed for the GDS5500G series generators, including the GDS5500G (No-CE) and GDS5500G LA models. As a direct Wacker Neuson OEM part, is manufactured to the exact material and dimensional specifications required for a proper cylinder head seal. Sourced directly through authorized Wacker Neuson supply channels, this gasket ensures the sealing integrity your engine depends on for consistent, efficient operation.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Sealing Material — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's specified material composition and thickness (0.4), ensuring correct compression and long-term sealing performance at the cylinder head interface.
- Drop-In Cylinder Head Fit — Engineered to align precisely with the cylinder head bolt pattern and bore dimensions on GDS5500G series generators, seating correctly without trimming or reworking.
- GDS5500G Series Compatibility — Confirmed fitment for the GDS5500G (No-CE) and GDS5500G LA generator models, covering both standard and limited-availability configurations.
- Combustion Chamber Integrity — A correctly sealed cylinder head maintains proper compression, preventing combustion gas blow-by that leads to power loss, oil contamination, and accelerated engine wear.
- Combustion Seal Safety — A failed head gasket can allow hot combustion gases to escape the cylinder, creating a risk of overheating and engine damage; replacing with a genuine OEM gasket restores the correct pressure barrier.
A cylinder head gasket forms the critical seal between the engine block and the cylinder head, containing combustion pressure and preventing oil or coolant from mixing with combustion gases. In generator engines like the GDS5500G, maintaining this seal is essential to holding compression and keeping the engine running at full rated output. When a head gasket fails or degrades, you may notice a loss of power, overheating, or unusual exhaust smoke — all signs that the seal needs immediate replacement to avoid deeper engine damage.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100084376 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Gasket for Cylinder Head (0.4) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| GDS5500G | GDS5500G (No-CE) | 5100079460 |
| GDS5500G | GDS5500G LA | 5100079461 |
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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