1955 F-250
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11-15-2004, 07:29 PM
You should be able to figure that out by looking on the vin plate that's on the inside of the glove box door, like this: https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal.../55807.520.390
At least, that's how it is on a '54. I would assume that the '55 model is the same. Look at the numbers above "Rear Axle". Mine says 514, which would mean 5.14:1 ratio. This is also assuming that you have the original rear end on the truck. Hope that helps some.
At least, that's how it is on a '54. I would assume that the '55 model is the same. Look at the numbers above "Rear Axle". Mine says 514, which would mean 5.14:1 ratio. This is also assuming that you have the original rear end on the truck. Hope that helps some.
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11-16-2004, 07:54 PM
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I have a 53 F250, and am still debating about making it a 1/2 ton instead...something bout a rodded out 3/4 ton that looks awkward....got soo many trucks around the yard for redoing, or for parts, the possibilities are endless.....2- 54 F500's, 54 F100, 53 F500, and a 53 F250...what to do...what to do.... 
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11-16-2004, 10:00 PM
Another big truck! Glad to see you posting here.
My 56 F-250 came with a 4.88 rear end. Most that I've heard of were built with similar set ups. (Definitely not designed to be highway cruisers...)
If you have a 292 in a 1955 model I'm not sure the driveline is original. I don't think 292 Y blocks were used in trucks until late 1956. I think 239's and 272's were the 8 cylinder options before 1956.
As far as how it compares, the big trucks have the same cab, but usually different fenders, beds, running boards, suspension, and brake components. The standard big truck bed is 8ft long, 54 inches wide versus the 49 inch wide shorter beds that were common on F-100's. The bed sides on 56 F-250's have wheel flares stamped into them and the front bed side has vertical ridges stamped into it for strength. The F-100 bed sides are flat. I'm told the fender openings on the big trucks are slightly larger than F-100's as well. The F-250's also have 8 lug wheels.
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My 56 F-250 came with a 4.88 rear end. Most that I've heard of were built with similar set ups. (Definitely not designed to be highway cruisers...)
If you have a 292 in a 1955 model I'm not sure the driveline is original. I don't think 292 Y blocks were used in trucks until late 1956. I think 239's and 272's were the 8 cylinder options before 1956.
As far as how it compares, the big trucks have the same cab, but usually different fenders, beds, running boards, suspension, and brake components. The standard big truck bed is 8ft long, 54 inches wide versus the 49 inch wide shorter beds that were common on F-100's. The bed sides on 56 F-250's have wheel flares stamped into them and the front bed side has vertical ridges stamped into it for strength. The F-100 bed sides are flat. I'm told the fender openings on the big trucks are slightly larger than F-100's as well. The F-250's also have 8 lug wheels.
Welcome to FTE!
ROB
Last edited by F250 Rob; 11-16-2004 at 10:08 PM.
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11-17-2004, 09:17 AM
I have a 53 F250, and am still debating about making it a 1/2 ton instead...something bout a rodded out 3/4 ton that looks awkward....
True, billet wheels in those big fenders look silly but I think billet wheels look silly on anything!
A F250 or 350 with 85 series 16" radials and chrome stacks up the rear of the cab bring back a sense of nostalgia with drivability.
Then of course there are all those vintage wrecker drop on units that seem to be everywhere for short money.
Pop in a 347/368 Lincoln and a 4.10 Dana 60 rear and its ready to work on todays roads.
True, billet wheels in those big fenders look silly but I think billet wheels look silly on anything!
A F250 or 350 with 85 series 16" radials and chrome stacks up the rear of the cab bring back a sense of nostalgia with drivability.
Then of course there are all those vintage wrecker drop on units that seem to be everywhere for short money.
Pop in a 347/368 Lincoln and a 4.10 Dana 60 rear and its ready to work on todays roads.
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11-27-2004, 04:28 PM
As long as you are not going to overload it Id just put a 9" 31 spline setup underneath. It will easily handle a ton+ in the bed as well as a trailer.
If you are going to use it as a F100 and just tow then a 28 spline 9" with large bearing axles will be fine plus those are often easier to find with highway ratios.
If you are going to use it as a F100 and just tow then a 28 spline 9" with large bearing axles will be fine plus those are often easier to find with highway ratios.