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Case 580CK 1979 Parts Catalog

I’ve been torquing head bolts since before some of you were born. And nothing wastes billable hours faster than ordering a replacement part from a third-party list and finding the thread pitch is wrong or the bracket doesn’t line up. This Case 580CK 1979 Parts Catalog is the factory-issued book – not a reprint, not a scan of a scan. 125 pages of exploded diagrams and honest-to-God OEM part numbers. If you’re tearing down a 580CK backhoe or loader, this is the one document you keep on the workbench, not the generic wafer-thin catalog that leaves you guessing.

Backhoe Control Tower: Two Piece Formed Swing Pedal Guards

Page 1 of the catalog opens with the backhoe control tower assembly – specifically the two-piece formed swing pedal guards used on machines with backhoe serial numbers 5222135 through 5251150. You get every part number: the trim strips cut from D52812 (part 52240 for the console top, 29″ long), the hex bolts (3/8″-16 NC x 3/4″, part 13-612), lock washers (92-6), plain washers (195-25), and the center panel anchor angle (52697). No guesswork about which fastener goes where – the exploded view labels each item with the manufacturer’s own reference. This level of detail is why I won’t touch an aftermarket parts list for these old Case machines.

125 Pages of OEM Part Numbers

The catalog covers the 35 Loader and Backhoe – everything from the control tower to the loader bucket pins. 125 pages total, each one printed in April 1979 by Case. The part numbers follow the factory format: D-suffix for fabricated parts, numbered prefixes for hardware. If you need a pedal guard for the RH side (part 55708) or the LH front guard (55709), you’ll find them listed with the correct quantity and dimensions. Aftermarket catalogs often combine these under a single “guard” number – that’s how you end up with a part that doesn’t fit the SN range. This book separates the assemblies by serial number break (5222135–5251150 and 5251151-and-after). That matters.

Does This Catalog Cover the Loader Assembly?

Yes – the title says “35 Loader and Backhoe” and the content reflects both. The backhoe control tower section runs from page 1 through page 3 in the excerpt, but the full catalog includes loader frame, bucket, hydraulics, and attachment parts. Because it’s a parts catalog, not a service manual, you won’t find torque specs or repair procedures. What you will find is the exact part number for every bolt, washer, trim piece, and panel that Case shipped on the 580CK in 1979. If you’re restoring a machine or chasing a leak that requires a specific seal, this is the reference that eliminates the “is this the right one?” doubt.

Why Factory Documentation Beats Third-Party Reprints

Third-party parts books often re-number parts to fit their inventory system, or they omit superseded parts. Case’s original 1979 catalog keeps the original part numbers. Look at the backhoe control tower section: every bolt lists the thread size (3/8″-16 NC), length (3/4″, 1″, 1-1/4″, 2″), and head type (hex). The lock washers are specified as 3/8″ (92-6). Plain washers are 195-25. When you walk into a dealer or order online, you read those numbers, not a “generic M10” conversion. That kind of accuracy keeps a job moving instead of stalled while you wait for the wrong part to arrive. Check the Automotive Industry Overview for background on why OEM documentation matters.

Verify Part Numbers Before Ordering

Before you pull the trigger on any replacement, cross-reference the part number in this catalog. The exploded diagram on page 1 shows the backhoe control tower with every trim piece labeled. The parts list gives you the required quantity per assembly. If you’re replacing the console top plate on a twin-lever control machine (part 56247), the catalog tells you it’s one per unit, held in place by three bolts (13-612) and lock washers (92-6). No guesswork, no “should fit” – just the facts. For more context on the original equipment manufacturer’s standards, see the Automotive Industry Overview.

Related Manuals

• Case 33 Loader and 33S Backhoe Parts Catalog
• Case 35 Loader and Backhoe 580CK Parts Catalog
• Case 580CK Loader Backhoe Operators Manual

Can I use this parts catalog to rebuild my backhoe hydraulics?

No. This is a parts identification manual, not a service or repair manual.

How do I know if my serial number falls under the first or second control tower design?

The catalog splits the backhoe control tower into two sections: one for machines with backhoe serial numbers 5222135 through 5251150, and another for 5251151 and after. Page 1 covers the earlier group with two-piece formed swing pedal guards; later models use a different plate-and-foot-shield assembly (part 60177). Compare your machine’s backhoe serial number to the break point – if it’s 5251151 or later, you need the second section. The diagram differences are clear: the earlier tower uses four separate pedal guards (front LH/RH, side LH/RH), while the later tower has a single integrated plate. Ordering the wrong guard for your SN range means bolt holes won’t align. Use this catalog to get the right part the first time – it saves you a return trip to the parts counter and keeps the downtime to a minimum.

If you’re working on a 580CK and need the correct OEM part numbers without the aftermarket headache, this is the document. Access the Factory Manual and keep it in your shop binder – you’ll thank yourself the next time you’re staring at a pile of bolts and wondering which one goes where.