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Vac-con 1500, 1800, 4716SM, 2574 1999 Parts Catalog

I’ve run a six-bay shop long enough to spot a photocopied reprint from across the bay. You get a parts catalog that’s been run through a consumer-grade scanner and the part numbers are fuzzy, the torque specs are missing, and the notes about grounding the ECU before welding get lost. That’s not what you’re getting here. This is a straight-off-the-press Vac-con 1500, 1800, 4716SM, 2574 1999 Parts Catalog — 85 pages, original factory layout, and every bolt callout is legible. If you’re maintaining a Vac-con combination unit (sewer cleaner/vactor) from that era, this is the only parts breakdown you should trust.

Truck Spec and Modification Group: The Foundation

Page 1 of this catalog starts with the Truck Spec and Modification Group. It lists the exact driveline pump part number (645-TBA), the shear plate (810A14492), and the locknuts (602N0008 — 5/8-11UNC). The notes section includes a warning that ought to be tattooed on every technician’s forearm: disconnect both battery terminals and ground wire 144 at the ECU before any welding. I’ve seen guys arc through a control module because they skipped that step. The spec sheet also shows the truck base: International 2574 6×4, 530E engine at 275hp, Allison MD3060P transmission. If you’re modifying the frame or adding a debris tank, the frame cut‑off dimensions (220.88, 105.00, 168.00) are right there in the drawing annotations.

Torque Specs That Actually Match the Build

Notice 2 under the Truck Spec group gives you the torque for the 7/16‑20 UNF bolts (item 8, part 601N0428). Lubricated threads: 58 ft‑lbs. Dry: 75 ft‑lbs. That’s not a generic number from a third‑party database — it’s the torque Vac‑con specified for that specific joint on that chassis. When you’re bolting the shear plate to the frame, using the wrong torque either strips the threads or leaves the assembly loose. This catalog kills that guesswork. You also get the lockwasher and flat washer callouts (flatwasher 5/8, 603N0004) so you order the right hardware the first time.

Decal Package and Serial Plate: Tracking Your Machine

Pages 2 and 3 cover the serial plate assembly (690A0350) and the full decal package. The decal note says “always state Vac‑con serial number when ordering decals.” If you’re restoring a unit or replacing faded safety labels, you need that reference. The variable part‐number code (692B5351) lets you order English, Spanish, or Portuguese decals. The drawing shows locations for decals on the visor, near the lift cylinder pin, and at the front/rear fender. Without this diagram, you’ll stick decals in the wrong spot or miss a safety warning.

Who Needs a Factory Parts Catalog for Vac-con?

This catalog isn’t for someone changing a car’s oil filter. It’s for the mechanic or fleet owner who works on industrial vacuum trucks — the kind that spend their life sucking up debris and water from catch basins. If you own a Vac‑con 1500, 1800, 4716SM, or 2574 built around 1999, you need the original part numbers to keep the unit in service. Aftermarket “equivalent” parts catalogs often list a washer or bolt that looks right but doesn’t fit the frame cutouts or the specific shear plate bracket. With this 85‑page OEM catalog, you cross‑reference the part number to the assembly drawing. That’s the difference between a repair that lasts and a call‑back.

Source Authenticity: OEM vs. Aftermarket Reprints

I’ve seen aftermarket “parts manuals” that are just scanned versions of this catalog with the page numbers cropped out and the resolution dropped so they fit a 5MB file. Then the torque note on page 1 looks like a smudge. This PDF comes from the original Vac‑con file — “VAC-CON_1500-1800-4716SM-2574_1999_Parts_Catalog_en-64114012572.pdf” — meaning every revision letter (C from 12‑11‑00, B from 11‑21‑00, A from 9‑19‑00) is readable. You can see the engineering change numbers (ECN1652, ECN1774) that added the hood adjustment angle and the extra bolt. That revision history matters when you’re ordering parts for a unit that may have had later updates. AutoRepairManuals has the largest collection of OEM shop manuals in North America. This isn’t a reprint; it’s the original factory document.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this catalog include wiring diagrams or service procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog — it lists part numbers, quantities, and assembly drawings. It does not contain step‑by‑step repair instructions or electrical schematics. For service procedures you would need the Vac‑con service manual.

Can I use this catalog to order parts for a 1999 Vac‑con 1500 that has been modified with a different debris tank?

The Truck Spec and Modification Group on page 1 is written specifically for a 11 yd debris tank (711‑5025) and 900‑gal water system (711‑5060) on a 2574 chassis. If your unit has different equipment, the shear plate bracket and spacers (items 5–8) may differ. However, the part numbers for the driveline pump, hood angle, and hardware are common across several models. You’ll need to cross‑check your specific serial number against the revision notes. The catalog also references separate assemblies for the boom option, vibrator option, and material return system — those are covered on their own line tickets, not in this document. For modifications outside the factory configuration, contact Vac‑con directly.

If your Vac‑con rig is down and you’re chasing a part number, stop guessing with a blurry knockoff. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and get the exact OEM breakdown your truck was built with. Need a related parts reference for older equipment? Check out the Massey-Harris-Ferguson FF 30 GS 1957 Parts Catalog | OEM Fastener Guide, the Futura FC200-FC400 Parts Catalog – OEM Wear Parts Specs, or the Longagribusiness 410 DTC, 450, 450 DTC, 470 DTC, 530 DTC 2002 Parts Catalog. For general background on the truck platform, see the Automotive Industry Overview or the Internal Combustion Engine article.