The Multiquip 500497 Clutch Rod SM-80 is a genuine OEM replacement designed for SM-80 series equipment. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original component installed at the factory, ensuring a direct-fit installation with no guesswork. If you're servicing or rebuilding the clutch linkage on your SM-80, the part is the correct part to restore proper clutch engagement and operation. DHS Equipment stocks this genuine Multiquip component so you can get your machine back to work without delay.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to original Multiquip specifications, ensuring the correct material strength and dimensional tolerances critical for clutch linkage function.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Engineered as an exact replacement for the SM-80, connecting to the clutch assembly the same way as the original rod for straightforward installation.
- Confirmed SM-80 Compatibility — Verified fitment for SM-80 series equipment, so you can order with confidence that this is the right component for your machine.
- Restores Proper Clutch Engagement — A worn or bent clutch rod causes slipping, incomplete engagement, or full clutch failure; replacing it with a correctly sized OEM rod restores smooth, positive clutch actuation.
- Long-Term Durability — Built from materials selected to withstand the mechanical stress of repeated clutch cycling, holding up under demanding job conditions.
The clutch rod is a mechanical linkage component that transmits the operator's input — typically from a lever or handle — to the clutch mechanism itself. When the operator engages or disengages the clutch, the rod transfers that force through the linkage to connect or disconnect power to the driven assembly. Over time, clutch rods can bend, wear at connection points, or break entirely under repeated load cycles, resulting in incomplete clutch engagement, excessive play in the clutch lever, or a complete loss of drive control. Replacing a damaged clutch rod promptly is essential to maintaining predictable, safe machine operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 500497 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Clutch Rod SM-80 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| SM-80 | SM-80 |
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.
