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Michigan 851 Parts Catalog – The Only Parts Book You Should Trust

You’re tracking down a brake leak on a Michigan 851 Tractor Shovel. The lining is glazed, you need a new set, but the aftermarket cross-reference has three different numbers. Which one fits? Without the factory Parts Catalog, you’re gambling with downtime and cash. I’ve seen guys throw four wrong wheel cylinders at a job because they trusted a third-party website. That’s a hundred bucks and half a day gone. This 72-page OEM document kills that guesswork cold.

Brake Group: More Than Just Shoes

The Brake section (starting under Brake Group, not page 1) breaks down every component – front brake assembly, rear brake assembly, brake controls, lines, fittings, and the parking brake controls. You get the exact Clark part numbers so you’re not cross-referencing from a worn stamp. A misordered brake valve can lock the drums solid, and that’s a safety hazard on a loaded bucket. This catalog shows the assembly breakdown you need to verify before you buy.

Axle Assembly – Front and Rear Specs

A Michigan 851 has separate front and rear axle assemblies. The catalog lists both, plus the differential and carrier assembly and the planet spider assembly. If you’re rebuilding a planet gear set, you need the thrust washer and bearing part numbers from this book. The aftermarket misses half the shim sizes. Automotive Industry Overview aside, heavy equipment axles aren’t something to fudge.

3 Reasons OEM Parts Catalogs Beat Aftermarket

First, the part numbers match Clark Engineering prints – not some re-draw from a Chinese warehouse. Second, the exploded views show orientation and fasteners. Third, factory revision levels are stamped on every page. This Parts Catalog is original Clark Equipment Company print. You want the real thing when you’re ordering a steering booster assembly or a control valve seal kit.

Hydraulic Group: Pump and Steering Components

The Hydraulic Group covers the oil reservoir, bucket and boom hydraulics, steering system, and transmission/converter circuits. There’s even a separate pump group section with the converter charging pump and steering pump assemblies. If you’re chasing a weak lift, you need the part numbers for the main relief valve or the control spool. This catalog has them.

Does This Parts Catalog Cover the Wiring Group?

Yes – the Wiring Group section lists battery holder, wiring, lights, and mountings. But this is a parts catalog, not a wiring diagram manual. It gives you the part number for the harness, not the pinout. Pair it with a factory service repair manual for electrical troubleshooting. For mechanical parts sourcing, this is all you need.

Audience Fit: Who Should Buy This

Whether you own one Michigan 851 or maintain a fleet of loaders, this catalog saves you from ordering blind. Home garage enthusiasts restoring an old machine will appreciate the 72 pages of indexed data. Professional mechanics dealing with high-hour equipment need the factory group numbers to match parts quickly. Even parts counter guys benefit – the brake controls and axle assembly callouts are printed clear.

Source Validity – OEM Clark Equipment Document

This is a direct scan of Clark Construction Machinery Division Parts Manual No. 5013, printed in U.S.A. No aftermarket reprint, no third-party compilation. The TIFF group index and exploded illustrations are exactly what a dealer would pull up. I’ve seen too many shops waste a week on a wrong part because they used a generic online listing. Stick with the factory source.

What machine does this parts catalog cover?

It covers the Michigan Model 851 Tractor Shovel (serial number record page included).

Does the catalog include exploded views or just part numbers?

Each group – brake, axle, hydraulic, transmission – includes exploded assembly drawings with item callouts. The part numbers are listed in tables with quantities and descriptions.

Is this the same as a service manual?

No. This is a parts catalog (Index PM 5013). It provides part numbers, not repair procedures or torque specs. You still need a factory service manual for disassembly and installation. But before you turn a wrench, open this catalog to order the right seals, bearings, and gaskets. Running to the dealer twice burns an hour each trip.

How do I find the right part number for my 851?

Use the group index at the front – for example, “Brake Group” references page 1 B3 through 1 B9. Each page has an illustration and a table with item number, part number, description, and quantity. Match the diagram to your machine’s serial number range.

There’s no substitute for having the factory numbers at your fingertips. Whether you’re pulling the transmission control cover or replacing the parking brake controls, this 72-page Parts Catalog gets you the right Clark part. Skip the aftermarket cross-reference and VOLVO BM 125C Wheel Loader Parts Catalog”>VOLVO BM 125C Wheel Loader Parts Catalog for related models, but for the Michigan 851, this is your book. Also check out the Michigan Model 85III Tractor Shovel Parts Manual No.66″>Michigan Model 85III Tractor Shovel Parts Manual No.66 and Michigan 85A Series II Tractor Shovel Parts Manual”>Michigan 85A Series II Tractor Shovel Parts Manual if you have sibling machines. Automotive Industry Overview provides general context, but nothing beats factory documentation for this loader. Access the Factory Manual and start ordering parts with certainty.