The Multiquip 23260 is a genuine OEM Rod End 1/2-20 Male RH Modified designed for Whiteman ride-on power trowels including the HHXD5, HHXG5, HHXD5-ES, and HHXDF4-DF5 series. As a direct OEM replacement, part 23260 meets the original design specifications for thread form, thread hand, and shank geometry — ensuring it installs exactly as the factory-supplied component. Sourced directly through Multiquip's authorized parts network, this rod end is the correct choice when you need a verified fit the first time.
Key Features
- OEM Thread Accuracy — Right-hand 1/2-20 male thread specification matches the original component exactly, maintaining correct linkage geometry throughout the steering or pitch-control assembly.
- Modified Shank Design — The RH Modified configuration is purpose-built for Whiteman ride-on trowel linkage systems, threading directly into the existing rod end socket without rework.
- Confirmed Fitment — Verified for HHXD5, HHXG5, HHXD5-ES, and HHXDF4-DF5 Whiteman ride-on power trowels; always cross-reference your serial number plate before ordering.
- Smooth Pitch Control — A correctly functioning rod end allows precise blade pitch adjustment across all rotor arms; a worn or seized rod end introduces play that causes uneven trowel pressure and surface finish defects.
- Genuine OEM Part — Supplied by Multiquip as part number 23260, this is not a generic substitute — you get the same component that left the factory with the machine.
A rod end is a pivoting connector used in mechanical linkage systems to transmit motion between components while allowing angular movement. On Whiteman ride-on power trowels, rod ends are typically found in the pitch-control linkage that adjusts blade angle across the rotor assembly. When a rod end wears, the internal bearing or socket develops looseness, introducing unwanted play into the linkage that makes consistent blade pitch difficult to maintain — leading to uneven concrete finishing and increased operator fatigue. Replacing a worn rod end with the correct OEM part restores tight, responsive control to the pitch adjustment system.
Part Details
| Part Number | 23260 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Rod End 1/2-20 Male RH Modified |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHXD5 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHXG5 |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHXD5-ES |
| Whiteman Ride-On Power Trowels | HHXDF4-DF5 |
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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