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Michigan 35A Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Parts Breakdown

If you are digging into a Michigan 35A tractor shovel, you already know the pain of finding the wrong part because some aftermarket catalog had a typo in the part number. I have seen guys order a seal kit for a Clark transmission and end up with a gasket that fits nothing. The Michigan 35A Parts Catalog puts an end to that. This is the original factory publication – 174 pages of exploded diagrams, part numbers, and ordering rules that came straight out of Scheid Maschinenfabrik in Limburg, Germany. No reprints, no scanned junk, no third-party guesswork.

Ordering Parts Correctly – Chassis Number and Plate References

Page 3 of this catalog spells out exactly what you need to give your parts supplier: the catalog designation (Model 35A, spare parts list 1), chassis number from the serial number plate, quantity, item number, plate number, and shipping method. Miss one of those and you get the wrong hub seal or a steering cylinder that doesn’t bolt up. The manual even gives an example: “2 pieces, item no.13, plate 1A, per express.” That level of detail keeps your machine down for hours, not days.

SCHEID vs CLARK Part Numbers – Cross-Reference Guide

Part numbers with ten digits are Scheid originals; six-digit numbers are Clark. When you see a Clark number in round brackets below a Scheid number, it means the Clark part is equivalent. This catalog includes both on the same page, so you can order from either source without pulling your hair out. The diagram plates show each item numbered, and the arrangement doesn’t always match the assembly sequence – that’s fine because you are ordering parts, not rebuilding the machine.

174 Pages of Factory Parts Breakdown

Every plate in this catalog covers a specific system on the Michigan 35A. From the bucket cylinders to the rear axle, each assembly is drawn with callouts. The table of contents lists plate numbers for the engine, transmission, hydraulics, steering, wheels, and attachments. You don’t need to scroll through blurry PDF pages looking for the brake pedal shaft – the plate numbers are printed right on the drawing. Cross-check the part number against the list on the facing page. It’s that direct.

Does This Manual Cover the Fuel System?

Yes – the fuel tank, lines, pump, and injectors appear on specific plates. But understand this: the catalog is a parts index, not a repair procedure. You won’t find torque specs or bleed sequences here. What you get is the factory original part number for every fuel line clamp, banjo bolt, and filter head. If you need the service manual, get that separately. This catalog is for ordering, not wrenching.

Who Needs This Parts Catalog

If you own a Michigan 35A, whether it’s a loader or a scraper variant, you need this on your tablet or printed out. Home garage guys who restore old construction equipment will use it to track down NOS parts from dealer stockpiles. Shop owners managing a fleet of older machines can cross-reference part numbers across different models using the Volvo BM Michigan 125C 1988 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Parts Manual and the Michigan 851 Parts Catalog – 72-Page Factory Parts Manual. For a real deep dive into why OEM documentation matters, read up on the Automotive Industry Overview. Also check the Automotive Industry Overview for context on factory spec traceability.

One thing I notice is that the ordering instructions on the German and English pages are identical – that’s how you know it’s the same release, not a cobbled-together reprint. The pdf includes all four languages (German, English, French, Spanish) so your parts guy can read it no matter where the machine is sitting.

I have seen guys try to use aftermarket parts lists for these old Michigan loaders. They end up with wrong thread pitches and blank flanges. This catalog is the original. Buy it once, use it for every rebuild.

FAQ

Can I use this parts catalog to rebuild the transmission?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists every bearing, seal, and gear with part numbers, but you won’t find assembly order, torque values, or clearance specs. Pair it with the factory service manual for that job.

What is the difference between a ten-digit and a six-digit part number?

Ten-digit numbers are Scheid factory numbers; six-digit numbers are Clark equivalents. When a Clark number appears in brackets under the Scheid number, they are the same part. Reference page 3 for the full explanation.

Stop hunting for the right part number. Access the Factory Manual and get back to keeping your Michigan 35A running.