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Michigan 310 III Parts Catalog – Factory Parts Identification

If you’ve ever ordered a part that didn’t fit because you guessed the number, you know the waste. Michigan 310 III Parts Catalog is the original Clark Equipment Company document – No. 2448 – that gives you the exact part number, description, and page location. Covers tractor section for serial numbers 7VG101 and after. 100 pages of factory data you can trust, not some recompiled list from a third party.

100 Pages of Factory Parts Identification

This Parts Catalog runs 100 pages, every one printed by Clark. The index alone (page 3) lists every assembly from Accelerator Pedal and Linkage to Bottom Tank. You can look up Air Brake Valve, Bowl Assembly, Transmission Case – all with the page number where the exploded view lives. No guesswork about which sub-group the part falls under. That index alone saves hours of hunting.

Each part entry gives you the part number, quantity needed, and description. For example, the Cockpit, Fenders, Grille, Hood, Firewall and Side Panels are listed on page 5. If you need a hood side panel, you get the correct Clark-Approved part number – not a generic replacement that may or may not line up with the mounting holes.

What Serial Numbers Does This Manual Cover?

Page 1 states clearly: covers Michigan 310 III tractor section only, machine serial numbers 7VG101 and after. If your machine is older, you need a different manual. Never order parts for a 310 III without confirming serial number – I’ve seen guys order a complete front axle assembly only to find it doesn’t match because they used the wrong serial range. This manual prints the serial number field right on the cover for you to record your machine’s number. Use it.

Tractor Section: Why the Separate Body Manual Matters

This manual covers only the tractor section – frame, engine compartment, transmission, steering axle, and operator station. The bowl, apron, ejector, and scraper body are in a separate parts manual (No. 2352). If you need a cutting edge or bowl cylinder, you need the body catalog. Order the wrong one and you waste time. Know your sections. The page 2 illustration labels all major assemblies: Yoke, Bowl Lifting Arm, Accumulator, Ejector Assembly – so you visually confirm which section you’re working on.

Order Parts the Right Way – Use the Index

The “When Ordering Repair Parts” instruction on page 3 is not optional. Always provide the machine serial number, quantity, part number, and description when you call your Clark distributor. You’ll find the distributor for your region listed in the front matter. And when the parts arrive, check immediately for quantity, correctness, and condition. Any damage in transit must be reported to the carrier, not the distributor. I’ve had parts arrive bent because someone waited three days to open the box – then you eat the cost.

This manual is not a service manual – it won’t tell you torque values or repair procedures. It’s a parts catalog. But if you need to restore a 310 III scraper, you cannot do it without this book. The cross-references between assemblies save you from buying multiple parts that should come as a kit – like the Oil Filter Cartridge Kit for the transmission listed on page 41.

When to Use This Manual on the Shop Floor

This book belongs on the cart, not on a shelf. When you tear down a 310 III, keep it open to the relevant page. Identify each part before you pull it, bag it with the part number. When you go to order, you’ll have the exact number from the manual – no measuring, no guessing. For a related parts manual, check Michigan Model 310 III Tractor Scraper Parts Manual No. 2145. That covers a different serial range or body section. Another option is Michigan Model 310 III Tractor Scraper Parts Manual for a complete set. And if you work on other equipment, the VOLVO BM 125C Wheel Loader Parts Catalog follows the same OEM format.

The Automotive Industry Overview on Wikipedia explains why OEM documentation is critical. Understanding the importance of OEM parts is covered in the Automotive Industry Overview. That’s the level of trust you get with this Parts Catalog.

Does this manual include repair procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog only.

How do I find the correct part number for my machine?

Use the index starting on page 3. The manual covers tractor section for serial numbers 7VG101 and after. Match your machine’s serial number, then look up the part by component group. The index lists page numbers for each assembly. For example, the accelerator pedal and linkage are on page 3. Always verify with the exploded view and part number. Order using quantity, part number, and description. If you need a body part like the bowl assembly, you’ll need the separate body manual No. 2352. This system eliminates ordering mistakes if you follow it.

You know the difference between a job that flows and one that stops because a part number is wrong. Access the Factory Manual, keep it in the shop, and stop wasting time on aftermarket parts lists that don’t reference Clark’s own numbers. That 100-page document is the single source for genuine Michigan 310 III parts identification.