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White MY40, MY60 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Part Numbers for Forklift Repair

You’ve got a White MY40, MY60 Parts Catalog in your hands now, and that’s the difference between a job that goes smooth and one that ends with you holding the wrong bearing at 5 p.m. Friday. I’ve been wrenching on industrial gear for 28 years, and nothing burns time like aftermarket catalogs that guess the part number. White designed these forklifts with specific numbers for each component—steering axle bushings, hydraulic pump seals, lift cylinder kits. This 167-page factory document gives you the exact part numbers, exploded diagrams, and maintenance steps so you order once and get it right.

That feeling when you pull a seal out of the box and it’s the wrong ID? Gone. This catalog comes straight from White Industrial Division—Hopkins, Minnesota. The table of contents alone covers everything from Chapter 1 Introduction to Chapter 5 Repair Parts Section. You get the same information the dealer techs used when these trucks were new.

Chapter 4 Overhaul: Shop Maintenance Procedures

Chapter 4 is where the heavy lifting happens—literally. Sections 4-7 through 4-178 walk you through removal, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of every major system. Battery clamp and cables (4-7), steering gear and drag link (4-26), brakes and inching mechanism (4-95), drive axle and differential (4-99). Each section includes step-by-step procedures that match the way the factory intended the job to be done. No shortcuts, no aftermarket hacks.

Need to pull the transmission case, converter, and pump? That’s section 4-109. The manual doesn’t assume you have a lift table—it tells you what tools you need and how to support the components safely. That’s the difference between a field manual and a coffee table book.

Steering Axle Differences: MY40 vs MY60

White engineered separate steering axles for the MY40 and MY60. Section 4-85 covers the MY40 steering axle; section 4-90 covers the MY60. The parts are not interchangeable. This catalog gives you the exact part numbers for each model, so you don’t end up with a steering knuckle that’s half an inch off. I’ve seen guys try to make an MY40 axle work on an MY60—doesn’t end well. The factory diagram shows the differences clearly. Trust the page.

Can You Trust the Part Numbers in This Catalog?

Aftermarket parts catalogs often re-label or cross-reference numbers that are close but not exact. This one is the original OEM document—not a reprint, not a scan of a scan. White Motor Corporation published this for their dealers. The part numbers in Chapter 5 are the same ones stamped on the original components. If you’re rebuilding a hydraulic control valve (section 4-153), the kit number here is the one that fits the spool bore. No guesswork.

For other White models, check out the White MY20, MY25, MY30, MY40C Parts Catalog – OEM Forklift Part Numbers for similar factory documentation. And if you’re working on older White equipment, the White MA20B, 25B, 30SB 1979 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs covers those units. The White MA20, A25, A30S Parts Catalog – OEM Forklift Part Numbers rounds out the series. All factory-original.

Lift Cylinder Types: Duplex vs Simplex

Lift cylinders are not all the same. The MY40 and MY60 could be equipped with a Duplex (two-stage) mast or a Simplex (single-stage) mast. Section 4-168 covers the Duplex lift cylinder; section 4-173 covers the Simplex. The seal kits, piston rings, and gland nuts differ between them. This catalog shows the exploded view for each type, with part numbers called out. Ordering the wrong kit means pulling the cylinder twice. Don’t do it.

167 Pages of Factory Specs

This document runs 167 pages from cover to cover. Chapter 5—the Repair Parts Section—is where you find the master parts lists and illustrations. Each figure corresponds to a numbered callout. Cross-reference the figure number with the part number table, and you’ve got your order. That’s the system. No flipping between three different PDFs. No squinting at blurry scans.

External resources like Automotive Industry Overview provide context on general engine theory, but for White forklift specifics, stick to the factory manual. The Internal Combustion Engine article is good background, but it won’t tell you the part number for the MY60 oil pump (section 4-134). That’s what this catalog does.

FAQ

Does this catalog include torque specifications?

No, this is a parts catalog, not a service manual. Torque specs are in the separate repair manual.

How do I find the exact part number for the hydraulic pump on an MY60?

Turn to Chapter 4, section 4-148, which is specifically for the Hydraulic Pump (MY 60). The exploded diagram shows each component with a callout number. Then go to Chapter 5 Repair Parts Section and match that callout to the part number. That’s the factory method—it hasn’t changed in 50 years and it works. If you try to cross-reference from an aftermarket website, you’ll likely get a number that’s close but not exact. Use the OEM catalog.

Working on heavy equipment without the right documentation costs you time and money. I’ve seen too many guys order a part off a vague online description and end up with a box of wrong stuff. This catalog eliminates that. If you own a White MY40 or MY60 forklift, this is the one you want on your tablet or printed out in the shop. Access the Factory Manual and get the exact part numbers you need.