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Ford FORDSON SUPER MAJOR 1960/64, FORDSON MAJOR 1952/60 1977 Parts Catalog

Pulling a part off a Ford FORDSON SUPER MAJOR 1960/64, FORDSON MAJOR 1952/60 1977 Parts Catalog without the right breakdown is a good way to end up with a box of bolts you can’t sort out. I’ve seen it happen. Over the years I had junior techs bring me a pile of used parts from an old Ford tractor, and half of them were wrong because they guessed the assembly. That’s why you want the actual factory Parts Catalog, not a reprint from a third party who scanned it sideways.

This thing runs 308 pages. It was printed in 1977 by Ford Tractor Operations in the U.S.A., and it covers both the Super Major (1960/64) and the earlier Major (1952/60). Every figure index, every part number, every exploded view was drawn off the original tooling. That matters when you’re ordering a brake shoe or a transmission bearing and need the exact Ford number.

Rear Axle and Differential: Assembly Breakdown

Page 56 shows the rear axle, differential, and related parts in two figures. The illustration separates the center housing from the axle shafts. If you’ve ever had a differential leak on a Fordson Major, you know the seal numbers change depending on the year. This catalog gives the specific Ford part numbers for the 1952-60 and 1960-64 variants. The center housing chapter includes the bias cylinder mount points—the manual doesn’t assume you know which casting revision you have.

Don’t skip the hydraulic lift linkage section right after the rear axle. The cover, shaft, and ram assembly are covered in figures 29 through 33. Those parts cross to the automatic hitch and clutch release mechanism. Without the factory breakdown, you’ll waste time hunting for the correct drawbar pin.

Does the Manual Cover the Fuel Injection System?

Yes, and it covers both diesel and petrol systems. The diesel fuel system section includes mechanical and pneumatic governor setups, fuel injection pump assemblies for 52-62/64 and 4-62/64, and the fuel filters. The petrol side shows the carburetor and the starter carburetor used in 1952 only. If you need to identify the fuel pump with or without exhaustor, the figures on the fuel system pages split those variants. The air cleaner, throttle linkage changes, and the entire fuel oil filter sub-section are all there.

The cylinder block and head assembly is under the engine chapter (figure 40). It lists the block, head gasket, valves, rocker arms, and camshaft. Page 102 has the cylinder head-related parts. The manual even includes a replacement chart for engine parts, so you can see which pistons and rods interchange between the two tractor series.

7 Brake Subsystems Detailed in the Figure Index

From the rear hubs and drums to the vacuum braking actuator, the brake section runs seven distinct subsystems. The vacuum braking system for the industrial tractor is there, and so is the transmission handbrake. Page 4 shows the rear hubs and drums for both models. If you’re dealing with steering brake linkage, the figures split the 52/11-60 and 11-60/64 versions. That kind of split is why you buy the OEM manual—aftermarket catalogs often lump them together and you end up with the wrong actuating rod.

Steering geometry changes are also documented. The front axle and steering chapter includes manual steering, power steering from multiple pump suppliers (D415, D199, etc.), and the bias cylinder unit. You get the parts breakdown for the steering kit used with Ford power steering and the USA 15A-1100 system.

Cylinder Block, Head, and Valve Train

The engine chapter starts with the cylinder block, head, and related parts (figure 40). It goes through the crankshaft, flywheel, camshaft, rocker arms, valves, piston and connecting rods, oil pump assembly, and engine oil filters. Every part has a figure number and a Ford part number. The replacement chart tells you what fits from the Major into the Super Major. If you’re rebuilding, this section alone saves you from ordering the wrong head gasket or valve spring.

Inlet and exhaust manifolds are chapter 7, then frame, exhaust system, and battery clamps follow. The governor and control linkage chapter (9) is often missing from reprints—not here.

Check the Numerical Index for Fast Part Location

At the back of the 308-page catalog, the numerical index lists every part number alphabetically. You get the figure number and page number for each part. Say you have a part number from an old box—type it into the index, and it sends you straight to the exploded view. No flipping through vague section headings. This is factory-level organization, and it’s why the catalog weighs what it does.

If you work on other Ford equipment, the Ford Wheel Loader 1975 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual”>Ford Wheel Loader 1975 Parts Catalog follows the same layout. For tractor-specific wheel and front axle breakdowns, check the Ford Tractor PA-4020-F Catalogue de Pièces – Section: Wheels (Chapter No. 1)”>Ford Tractor PA-4020-F Catalogue de Pièces. Also see the Fordson Dexta Super Dexta 1957/64 Parts List”>Fordson Dexta Super Dexta 1957/64 Parts List for a similar vintage tractor.

When you need industry context on these systems, the Automotive Industry Overview”>Automotive Industry Overview provides background. For battery and electrical references, the Automotive Battery”>Automotive Battery guide covers charging systems.

Is this the factory Ford manual or an aftermarket reprint?

It’s the original Ford factory manual printed in 1977.

How do the part numbers in this catalog compare to the ones I see on aftermarket parts suppliers’ websites?

Aftermarket suppliers often assign their own numbers that don’t cross directly to Ford’s system. This catalog uses the actual Ford part numbers from the 1977 factory listings. The numerical index lets you look up any part number alphabetically and tells you which figure and page it’s on. That means when you order a part, you can give the parts counter the exact Ford number that matches the exploded view. I’ve seen guys order a transmission bearing using an aftermarket number and end up with the wrong part. With this catalog, you pull the Ford number from the engine or transmission section and get the right piece the first time.

If you’re working on a Fordson Major or Super Major, having the factory parts breakdown on your bench is the difference between a clean rebuild and a parts hunt. Access the Factory Manual from this page and keep it in your shop.