The Multiquip 71465061500 Governor Lever Assembly is a genuine OEM component designed for MVH-304DSB and MVH-402DSB reversible plate compactors. As a direct OEM replacement, this assembly matches the original specification and installs into the governor linkage without any adaptation. Sourced directly through Multiquip's authorized parts network, 71465061500 ensures you're putting back exactly what the machine was built with. Confirm your model against the MVH-304DSB or MVH-402DSB before ordering to ensure a correct fit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Lever Geometry — Manufactured to the exact pivot dimensions and lever arm length required for precise governor response on MVH-series reversible plate compactors.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Connects directly to the existing governor linkage on MVH-304DSB and MVH-402DSB models, restoring the original throttle control path without reworking surrounding components.
- Confirmed Fitment — Validated for MVH-304DSB and MVH-402DSB heavy-duty reversible plate compactors; verify your model code before ordering.
- Stable Engine Speed Control — A correctly functioning governor lever maintains consistent engine RPM under varying compaction loads, keeping the plate performing at rated centrifugal force across the entire pass.
- Fuel System Safety Relevance — The governor lever is part of the fuel metering linkage; a worn or bent lever can cause uncontrolled engine speed fluctuation or over-revving, making prompt replacement an operational safety priority.
The governor lever assembly is the mechanical link between the engine's centrifugal governor flyweights and the carburetor throttle plate. As engine speed changes under load, the governor flyweights move and actuate this lever, which in turn opens or closes the throttle to maintain a steady RPM. When the lever is bent, worn at its pivot, or broken, the governor loses the ability to regulate engine speed accurately — resulting in surging, over-revving, or a loss of compaction force that can compromise the quality of the finished surface and accelerate wear on surrounding drivetrain components.
Fits: MVH-304DSB | MVH-402DSB
Need help confirming this is the right part for your machine? Contact the DHS Equipment parts team with your model and serial number and we'll verify fitment before you order.
Part Details
| Part Number | 71465061500 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Governor Lever Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Plate Compactors | MVH-304DSB |
| Plate Compactors | MVH-402DSB |
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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