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Ford VSG 411, VSG 413 Parts Catalog – Real OEM Print

You’re pulling a VSG 411 apart and the aftermarket parts book you obtained shows the wrong cylinder head gasket. I’ve seen that cost a shop a Saturday and a customer’s patience. This Ford VSG 411, VSG 413 Parts Catalog is the factory-issued 188-page book Ford Power Products distributed to its dealers. No reprints, no third-party scans that lose detail on the camshaft assembly. Page 2 tells you exactly how to use the year symbols so you don’t order a part that was discontinued in ’75. If you work on these industrial engines, this is the reference.

Cylinder Block and Camshaft Coverage

Section BLOCK CYLINDER starts on TOC page 4. The exploded view shows the cylinder bore, main bearing caps, and the rear oil seal retainer. Section CAMSHAFT AND BEARINGS (page 10) gives you the part numbers for the camshaft, bearings, and thrust plate. Missing bushing data? Not from this catalog. Every reference number ties to a line listing the year range and quantity. You need a camshaft for a 1973 VSG 413? The year column shows “72/75” – you know it ran from ’72 to ’75. That saves you calling the dealer and waiting on hold.

7 Systems You Can Rebuild with This Catalog

Ignition system – breaker point, solid state, and distributerless – each section has its own parts list. Fuel system covers variable venturi, downdraft, and sidedraft carburetors plus the fuel pump and filter. Cooling system includes water pump, fan blade, thermostat, radiator, and the cooling system hoses (page 54). Governor and speed-limiting switch are there on pages 52. Clutch assembly, flywheel, ring gear – all with exploded diagrams. You want to identify the right piston and ring set for a VSG 411? Check PISTONS AND RINGS on page 12.

Does This Catalog Cover the Power Take-Off Assembly?

Section POWER TAKE-OFF ASSEMBLY starts on page 20. It lists the PTO shaft, bearings, and the housing components. If you’re mounting a hydraulic pump or a generator head, you need the correct pilot bearing and adapter plate part numbers. This catalog includes them. Also on page 20 is the FLYWHEEL HOUSING section – often overlooked, but the wrong housing bolt pattern means the transmission won’t mate. The factory diagram shows every bolt location.

Source Authenticity – Why Aftermarket Catalogs Fall Short

I’ve seen aftermarket parts catalogs that swap a variable venturi carburetor part with a downdraft one because the editor didn’t know the difference. This Ford VSG 411, VSG 413 Parts Catalog is a direct scan of the original Ford Power Products publication, including the ENGINE IDENTIFICATION page (page 3) that shows the nameplate and serial number location. You match the model number from that plate to the Bill of Materials microfiche – that’s the only way to guarantee you’re ordering the right camshaft or cylinder head. The OCR excerpt in the listing shows the exact formatting: reference numbers, year columns, and quantity. Automotive Industry Overview standards require that kind of traceability.

Valves and Related Parts – Page 6

The VALVES AND RELATED PARTS section lists intake and exhaust valves, guides, springs, retainers, and keepers. If you’ve ever had a valve drop because you guessed the spring tension spec, you know the cost. This catalog gives you the Ford part number – you order exactly what the engine left the factory with. The illustration shows the valve assembly with reference numbers. No guesswork, no generic “equivalent.”

Wiring Harness and Ignition – Avoid Electrical Gremlins

Section WIRING HARNESS (page 56) and WIRING HARNESS – IGNITION (page 50) cover the engine wire loom and the ignition harness. If you’re swapping a distributorless ignition system onto an older VSG 413, you need the correct transducer (page 4) and the solid state ignition parts (page 48). The catalog lists the sensors – water temperature sensor (page 30) and the speed limiting switch (page 52). Automotive Battery connections are not covered here – this is engine-specific – but the alternator section (page 42) does list the voltage regulator and brush set.

FAQ

Does this catalog include torque specs or repair procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. You get exploded diagrams, Ford part numbers, and year ranges. For torque specs and step-by-step rebuild instructions, you need the factory service manual.

Will this catalog help me identify the correct camshaft for a VSG 411 built in 1974?

Yes. The CAMSHAFT AND BEARINGS section lists the camshaft part number with a year column. If your engine’s nameplate shows a 1974 model, check the “72/75” range – that covers it. The catalog also includes the thrust plate and bearing part numbers. Use the ENGINE IDENTIFICATION page (page 3) to confirm your engine serial number and model code before ordering.

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If you work on these Ford industrial engines, you know the parts game is expensive when you order wrong. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it on your tablet next to the engine stand. It’ll pay for itself the first time you look up a camshaft bearing part number instead of buying a whole set.