I have a 95 EB Bronco, and the code on the drivers door is illegible, due to some idiot messing with it. I got the codes off of the tag on the diff, but I don't know if I have the open diff or the limited-slip unit. The numbers are:
S838J
3 55 88 SD07

I realize this means it is the 3:55 rear gear, but that's all I can figure out.

I am also wondering if someone with knowledge of where Ford placed the hidden VINs could tell me where to look to find them. I believe the factory manual probably tells you where to look, such as on the frame, or engine, etc, but I can't find it. The reason I need this is because I bought a theft recovery Bronco, where the thief removed the or obliterated the VIN tag on the dash and the drivers door. Any help anyone can give me would be greatly appreciated.

 

You have an open differential. If it was limitedslip it would have an L in place of the decimal point in the ratio like this 3L55. The vin is on top of the right frame rail between the cab and front axle.

 

>You have an open differential. If it was limitedslip it
>would have an L in place of the decimal point in the ratio
>like this 3L55. The vin is on top of the right frame rail
>between the cab and front axle.

Thanks for the info, but now i need to know where else the VIN might be located, because it is sanded off in this area.


Sucks when this happens.