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Case VA, VAC Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Specs for Tractor Restoration

You have a Case VA or VAC that’s been sitting in a shed for twenty years. You pull the brakes apart and find a pile of rust. You call your local parts house and they read you a generic number that doesn’t match the splines. That’s because they’re reading aftermarket garbage. This is the real thing – the J.I. Case Co. factory Case VA, VAC Parts Catalog, original issue R.I. C61, 112 pages of exploded diagrams and OEM part numbers. No guesswork. No cross‑reference errors.

Brakes and Brake Pedals – Pages 46-49

Brakes on these tractors are your lifeline. The factory index shows the Brakes section runs pages 46-49, with separate callouts for brake pedals. You get the exact axle nuts, linings, and return springs. If you’ve ever rebuilt a VAC rear end and had a brake shoe that didn’t seat, you know why this matters. Spend 10 minutes flipping to the brake page instead of ordering wrong parts and waiting a week.

What’s Inside the Engine Sections?

Engine internals run from cylinder block (page 62) through pistons, connecting rods, and the camshaft. The Cylinder Head page 8 lists head studs separate from the head itself – a detail aftermarket catalogs always blur. If you’re doing a top‑end refresh on a VA, pull the head stud part number from this book. That’s not a suggestion.

7 Critical Systems Covered in This Parts Catalog

Flip through the alphabetical index and you see: Brakes (46-49), Hydraulic Lift (28-105), Hydraulic Pump (102-104), Power Take-Off (110-111), Steering Column (96), Differential (50), and Electric Starting (32-33). Each system page shows part numbers, quantities, and the exact hardware you need. No “use this size” approximations. If the manual calls a M10x1.25 bolt, that’s what you buy.

You want to replace a front wheel spindle? Page 90. Need the drawbar guard? Page 100. This catalog doesn’t hide anything behind a generic “assembly” heading. It breaks every sub‑assembly into individual parts with factory illustrations. For related reading, grab the Case Model "VA" Series Tractors Operator's Instruction Manual”>Case Model “VA” Series Tractors Operator’s Instruction Manual to pair with this for operational specs.

Use the Alphabetical Index to Find Part Numbers Fast

The whole manual is organized alphabetically, not by system number. Need a Carburetor part? It’s under C, pages 20-21. Fuel Strainer under F, pages 22-23. J. I. Case engineers designed this so a farmer could find parts at a parts counter without a service manual. You can do the same. Bookmark the index page and save yourself the headache of flipping through 112 pages blind.

Hydraulics: Lift, Pump, and Rams – Factory Part Numbers

Hydraulic lift covers pages 28-105, the pump (gear type) sits on page 105, and the hydraulic rams occupy pages 106-107. Every seal, piston ring, and fitting is listed with its Case part number. If you’re rebuilding the remote cylinder attachment on a VAC, you need the exploded view from this catalog – not a photocopy of a photocopy. The Case CX160B 2007 Parts Catalog – OEM Undercarriage Hydraulics”>Case CX160B 2007 Parts Catalog – OEM Undercarriage Hydraulics covers later models, but for these tractors, this is the only source.

Source Validity: This is an original factory publication from J.I. Case Co., Racine, Wisconsin. Not a reprint, not a scan of a third‑party knock‑off. The part numbers match the casting numbers on actual Case parts. Aftermarket catalogs often drop suffixes or combine hardware into a single “kit” that doesn’t match original thread pitch. Use this and you order exactly what was bolted on at the factory.

FAQ

Does the catalog cover both VA and VAC models?

Yes. Both models are listed throughout, with separate sections for single front wheel (VAC) and standard front axle (VA).

Are torque specifications included in this parts catalog?

Not in the parts catalog itself. You need the separate Service Manual for torque values. But part numbers are accurate.

How is this different from aftermarket parts catalogs I find online?

Aftermarket catalogs combine multiple years and models into one generic drawing, so you get a “universal” part that doesn’t fit. This factory catalog is model‑specific, with individual part numbers for every nut, bolt, and seal. I’ve had customers order a brake lining kit from an aftermarket source that was too thick by 1/8 inch. The factory brake lining part numbers here (pages 46-49) match the original Asbestos‑type material thickness. That matters for pedal travel and clearance. If you want to understand how a brake booster works on a car, Brake Booster”>Brake Booster is a different system, but the principle of correct part numbers is the same. Also, HVAC Systems in Cars”>HVAC Systems in Cars have nothing to do with tractors, but again, using OEM specs avoids belt misalignment problems.

Can I use this catalog for a Case VAO or VAH?

It covers VAO in several sections (rear axle, lift links, fenders). For VAH, the adjustable front axle is on pages 85-86. You’ll need to cross‑check with a VAH supplement if one exists.

You’ve chased enough ghosts with aftermarket parts. Get the real factory part numbers and exploded views. Case CX27B 2007 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs for Mini Excavator”>Case CX27B 2007 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs for Mini Excavator covers other equipment, but for a VA or VAC tractor, this Case VA, VAC Parts Catalog is the only one to trust. Access the Factory Manual now.