{"product_id":"pto-clutch-116-8517","title":"Exmark 116-8517 PTO Clutch for Vantage | Xtreme X0553","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page covers the \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme X0553 electric PTO clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e replacement for select Exmark Vantage and Vantage X stand-on mower applications using OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e116-8517\u003c\/strong\u003e or Warner number \u003cstrong\u003e5218-323\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe linked product is a premium aftermarket Xtreme PTO clutch sold on eBay. It is not presented as a genuine Exmark or Warner OEM clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExmark Vantage model names can include more than one PTO clutch path. Match the original clutch number or confirm \u003cstrong\u003e116-8517\u003c\/strong\u003e through the mower’s complete model and serial information before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Xtreme Clutch Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty FatBoy Series design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillet-machined pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaceable pulley bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance bearing system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCool Coil technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless-steel straps and braking rivets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated water-resistant wire-harness protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectric PTO clutch with brake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXtreme Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e X0553\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrankshaft Bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/8 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulley Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.22 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Counterclockwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e A\/B belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXtreme Torque Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 205 ft-lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClutch Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric PTO clutch with brake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExmark 116-8517\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExmark 1168517\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarner 5218-323\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarner 5218323\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotary 15171\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXtreme X0553\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Mower Paths\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMower Series\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequired Clutch Path\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelect Vantage Series applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e116-8517 \/ 5218-323 \/ X0553\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExmark\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelect Vantage X Series applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e116-8517 \/ 5218-323 \/ X0553\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeller fitment references include select Vantage S and Vantage X configurations such as VTS691, VTS730, VTS740, VTX651, VTX730, and VTX740. Confirm the complete mower model and OEM clutch number because this replacement does not fit every mower within those families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Fitment Check\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e116-8517\u003c\/strong\u003e or Warner \u003cstrong\u003e5218-323\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the 1-1\/8-inch crankshaft bore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the approximately 7.22-inch pulley diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm counterclockwise rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the A\/B belt pulley profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the wire lead and electrical connector with the original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the anti-rotation setup and overall clutch height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not install or test-mount the clutch until fitment is confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing PTO Clutch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMower blades will not engage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch clicks but does not turn the deck belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlades engage when cold but stop after warming up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClutch slips under mowing load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrinding, rattling, or bearing noise near the clutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged wiring or intermittent electrical connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurning smell or excessive heat around the clutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat PTO clutch replaces Exmark 116-8517?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme X0553\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium aftermarket electric PTO clutch replacement for Exmark OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e116-8517\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Warner clutch cross-references Exmark 116-8517?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Exmark 116-8517 clutch path cross-references Warner \u003cstrong\u003e5218-323\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Xtreme X0553 fit Exmark Vantage mowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXtreme lists X0553 for select Exmark Vantage and Vantage X applications using OEM clutch number 116-8517. It does not necessarily fit every Vantage model or production configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size bore does Xtreme X0553 use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Xtreme X0553 uses a \u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/8-inch crankshaft bore\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size pulley does Xtreme X0553 use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Xtreme X0553 is specified with an approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7.22-inch pulley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich direction does Xtreme X0553 rotate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXtreme specifies the X0553 PTO clutch with \u003cstrong\u003ecounterclockwise rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Xtreme torque rating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXtreme lists the X0553 with a \u003cstrong\u003e205 ft-lb torque rating\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this clutch fit every Exmark Vantage mower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Confirm the mower’s complete model and serial information and verify that its parts path calls for Exmark 116-8517 before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pto-clutch-fitment-guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePTO Clutch Fitment Help page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering. 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