John Deere Plain Circular Shim – R61461

This specification covers the John Deere plain circular shim R61461, a standard spacer used in John Deere agricultural equipment to achieve precise axial clearance and proper alignment between mating components during assembly, maintenance, or repair.

Overview

• Manufacturer: John Deere
• Part type: Plain circular shim (spacer)
• Part number: R61461
• Purpose: Provides accurate spacing and alignment between components to ensure correct seating and operation of associated assemblies

Key Features

• Part Number: R61461
• Type: Plain circular shim designed for generic spacing applications in John Deere equipment
• Suitable machines: John Deere agricultural machinery that requires standard circular shims for axial spacing
• Installation tips:
  • Prepare and clean mating surfaces before installation
  • Confirm the required shim thickness and verify it matches OEM specifications
  • When multiple shims are used, follow a proper stacking sequence and avoid over-tightening fasteners
  • Inspect alignment after installation and re-check clearance if applicable

Compatibility

• Suitable machine models: John Deere agricultural equipment that specifies R61461 in the parts catalog
• Alternative part numbers: None identified