The Wacker Neuson Intake Valve is a genuine OEM intake valve designed for the GP3800A, PT3A, and PT3A(I) series machines. As a factory-sourced component, it meets the exact dimensional and material specifications of the original part, ensuring a correct fit on the first install. Keeping the valve in proper working order is essential to maintaining engine compression and fuel-air flow. When it's time for a replacement, the delivers the same performance as the part that left the factory.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Valve Sealing: — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's original tolerances, ensuring correct seating and an airtight seal against the valve seat for consistent compression.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement: — Matches the original valve geometry and stem dimensions, so it installs into the cylinder head without machining or adaptation.
- Broad Series Compatibility: — Confirmed fitment across the GP3800A generator and PT3A and PT3A(I) pump series, covering multiple configurations within a single part number.
- Restored Engine Breathing: — A properly functioning intake valve allows the correct charge of air and fuel into the combustion chamber, supporting full power output and smooth operation.
- Fuel System Integrity: — A worn or damaged intake valve can allow unburned fuel to enter the cylinder at the wrong moment, increasing the risk of rough running and potential backfire — making timely replacement a safety-relevant service step.
The intake valve controls the entry of the air-fuel mixture into the engine's combustion chamber during each intake stroke. When it opens and closes at precisely the right moment, the engine produces consistent power and runs efficiently. As the valve wears, it can lose its ability to seat properly, leading to compression loss, hard starting, increased fuel consumption, and in more advanced cases, engine damage from poor combustion.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100038948 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Intake Valve |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| GP3800A | GP3800A | 5100041978 |
| PT3A | PT3A | 5100042216 |
| PT3A(I) | PT3A(I) | 5100042614 |
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.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.