Dynapac CA15 1987 Parts Catalog

Stop wasting billable hours chasing wrong part numbers from aftermarket sources. If you’ve ever ordered a hydraulic filter for a Dynapac CA15 1987 Parts Catalog machine and got the wrong one because the serial number break was off, you know the frustration. That’s why I keep a copy of the real thing in my toolbox – the OEM factory catalog that Dynapac printed in June 1987. This isn’t a reprint or a scan of a scan. It’s the original 282-page document with exploded views, part numbers, and serial number ranges that match the actual production line.

Engine Coverage: Three Powerplants Detailed

The manual splits the engine group into three separate sections: John Deere, Ford, and Detroit. Each includes cooling, fuel, exhaust, and air cleaner systems. Need a part for the Ford engine? Turn to Group 3, page numbers vary by serial number. The catalog lists every bolt, gasket, and hose with the correct part number. No guessing – you see the illustration, find the reference number, and order the exact piece. That saves you from stocking three different fuel filters for the same machine.

7 Major Groups in This Parts Catalog

The table of contents organizes the CA15 into nine groups, but the core mechanical sections are seven: Frame, Drum, Engine, Transmission, Hydraulic System (two groups by serial number), Operators Station, and Electrical. Each group starts with its own TOC. For example, the Drum group covers standard, dual amplitude, padder, and PD drums with serial number cutoffs like S/N 741 to 1850 and S/N 1851 & Up. If your machine has a Staffe drive unit, you need the earlier section. This level of detail is why I refuse to use third-party catalogs.

Does This Catalog Cover the Drum Assembly?

Yes – and it does it properly. The Drum group includes exploded views of the torque hub, vibration assembly, and scraper configurations. Page 2 of the catalog explains how to read the parts list: illustration numbers, reference numbers, quantity columns, and part numbers. The serial number column tells you exactly which revision of the drum you have. If you’re rebuilding a CA15 drum, you need the correct torque hub section (S/N 741 & Up) and the right scraper group (S/N 1026 to 2100 vs. S/N 2101 & Up). One wrong serial number and the scraper bracket won’t fit.

Serial Number Breaks Matter – Here’s Why

Dynapac changed the steering hitch design at S/N 1850. The hydraulic system got a major revision at S/N 469 and again at S/N 470. The transmission split at S/N 2079. If you order a steering motor for a CA15 built after 1850 using the earlier part number, it won’t bolt up. This catalog lists every break in the serial number column alongside the part number. You’ll see “To S/N 469” and “S/N 470 & Up” clearly marked. The 1987 edition covers all these variations.

How to Use the Numerical Index

Flip to the back of the catalog. There’s a numerical index that lists every part number alphabetically or numerically (the OCR says “Numerical Index”). If you have a part number from an old order or a cross-reference, look it up there. The index tells you the page number where that part appears. Then turn to that page to see the illustration and check the application. This is faster than scrolling through a PDF if you know what you’re looking for. For example, part number 829009 (the catalog order number itself) appears on the title page.

Wiring harnesses? Group 8 covers the electrical system: alternator, starter, battery, wiring harnesses, lighting, and safety switch gear. The schematic-style illustrations show connector locations and wire colors. If a wire rubs through on a CA15, you trace it from the battery to the switch. The part numbers for each harness segment are listed with the correct length and connector type.

Operators station includes seat fixtures, control console and gauges, control levers and linkage, and steering wheel assembly. Two sections: one for S/N 2079 & Up and one for earlier machines. The console changed when Dynapac updated the gauge layout in later production years. This catalog shows both.

Hydraulic system is split into two groups: Group 5 (S/N 470 & Up) and Group 6 (To S/N 469). Each includes pump drive, vibration and steering, steering motor, hydraulic tank and filter, control valve, oil cooler, and all lines and fittings. The earlier system used a different control valve design. Mixing them causes pressure drops and leaks. The catalog keeps them separate.

Aftermarket Catalogs vs. OEM: The Real Difference

I’ve seen aftermarket parts catalogs for the CA15 that use generic illustrations and skip the serial number breaks. They’ll list one part number for a drum seal that actually changed three times. That costs you time and money when the seal doesn’t fit. This OEM catalog from Dynapac is the only one that matches the factory drawings. The page numbers, reference numbers, and part numbers come straight from the original 1987 print. No reprints, no guesswork. If you want to learn more about the importance of OEM documentation in the Automotive Industry Overview, check that link – the same principles apply to heavy construction equipment.

Related manuals you might need for your shop: Dynapac CA15 1987 Parts Catalog (this one), Dynapac PL2000LS Parts Catalog (258 Pages) – OEM Factory Spec, and Dynapac PL2000LS Parts Catalog – Factory OEM Specs for Cold Planer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines does this parts catalog cover?

Dynapac CA15 vibratory roller compactor. Serial number ranges from earliest production through 1987 reprint. Engine options: John Deere, Ford, Detroit. Drum types: standard, dual amplitude, padder, PD.

Can I use this catalog for a CA15 built after 1987?

This catalog covers machines up to the June 1987 reprint. Later production may have different serial number breaks. Check your machine’s serial number against the ranges in Group 1-9. If it falls within the listed breaks, you’re good.

Does it include torque specifications?

No, this is a parts catalog. It lists part numbers, quantities, and illustrations. For torque specs you need the service/repair manual. Separate document.

How many pages?

282

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