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Old 06-16-2016, 04:43 PM
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Need vin deciphered on my '78

Hey guys, I'd like my vin deciphered on my '78 to find out a little more about it.

Vin: F10BUBC4238
 
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F10BUBC4238
F10= F100 2WD
B=300 cu in 6 cyl 1bbl.
U=Louisville Assy Plant.
BC4238=1978 model year sequential serial number
 
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Old 06-16-2016, 05:29 PM
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Gribbler101: The VIN doesn't tell you much, as you can see. Post all the codes stamped on the Warranty Plate, riveted to the left door face below the latch. Or take a pic of it and post it.
 
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Here's a pic of the door plate let's see if we can't get a little more info about this old truck as always thanks for the help guys, great community you got going over here.
 
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WB 117=117" wheelbase (Shortbed, nice!)
Color 2=Medium copper (it's been repainted)
Type F100=F100 2WD 4900 lb gvw
Body DZ4=(DZ) Saddle and tan all vinyl w/ saddle appointments (4) Styleside pickup box
Trans X=C6 Automatic (fleet only)
Axle 13J=(13) Ford 9" Non-locking 2.75 ratio 3,750 lb capacity (J) with power steering
GVW 4900=4,900 lb max gross vehicle weight
1978=1978 Model year
DSO 28=Ordered through Louisville District Sales Office.
 
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