The Multiquip 16561Z4M010 Governor Spring is a genuine OEM component designed for MVC88VTH, MVC88VTHW, MVC82VH, MVC82VHW, and MVH128GH plate compactors. As a direct Honda GX160UT2 engine part, it restores precise engine speed regulation to keep your compactor running at the correct operating RPM. DHS Equipment sources this spring directly through authorized Multiquip channels, so the part number, spec, and fitment are verified before it ships.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Spring Tension: — Manufactured to Honda's exact tension specification for the GX160UT2 engine, ensuring the governor arm returns consistently and holds the correct throttle position under load.
- Direct Engine Mount Fit: — Hooks directly onto the governor arm and throttle linkage as originally assembled — no bending, trimming, or adaptation needed.
- Broad Plate Compactor Coverage: — Confirmed fitment across MVC88VTH, MVC88VTHW, MVC82VH, MVC82VHW, and MVH128GH models, spanning both standard and water-tank-equipped variants.
- Steady Engine RPM Under Varying Load: — A correctly tensioned governor spring allows the engine to maintain consistent plate compaction force as ground resistance changes; a weak or broken spring causes RPM surging or hunting that degrades compaction output.
- OEM Part Number Traceability: — Part number 16561Z4M010 matches the Honda GX160UT2 engine parts listing exactly, so you can order with confidence that this is the correct spring for your machine.
The governor spring is a small but critical component in the engine's mechanical governor system. It works against the centrifugal force of the governor flyweights to hold engine speed at the set point — when load increases and RPM begins to drop, the spring tension pulls the throttle open to compensate, and when the load eases, the system rebalances. If the spring stretches, weakens, or breaks, the engine loses this feedback loop and will surge, hunt, or run at the wrong RPM, reducing compaction effectiveness and placing unnecessary stress on the engine and drive components.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16561Z4M010 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTH |
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTHW |
| Plate Compactors | MVH128GH |
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VH |
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VHW |
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.
