I've done the search, and indications are that the VIN number should be on the top of the frame rail, above the front axle on the passenger side. If I'm mistaken please correct me.

From inside the engine compartment, this portion of the frame is completely obscured by the fender liner, so nothing is visible:



Maybe you have to look through the wheelwell to see the VIN number? If so it would be hard for police to check it easily with the wheel in the way, and even then, I don't see much indication of anything stamped on the frame:



The truck is running safely now. I got my temporary permit so I can drive to the scales. Then it's off to the DMV for them to inspect the truck so I can get it registered in CA.

I'd like to know where the VIN is on the frame. I do have the plaque on the driver's door frame and that VIN does match the title.




Can anyone assist?

Thanks,

Gustave

 

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...ml#post8301663

This guy just found his on the frame rail near the core support crossmember. There's an indent in the inner fender over the top of the frame rail to expose it. See if yours is the same.

 

Hey Merc,

Isn't it funny how this stuff all comes up at the same time? 3 Threads on Vins, 3 threads on heaters, the typical 3 or 4 on engine types and transmissions, and four on wiring?

Been this way since I can remember. I wonder if folks with "Weather" do all the same things at the same time?

 

I found the VIN on my "53 on the cross member that supports the radiator. It is on the passenger side, engine side of the radiator near the frame rail. This is not a very good picture.

 

Julie...it is funny....and I have found the vin on all my 56f100s on the frame top near the
holes that were made for the steering box...but on the passenger side.
On top....and about 10 trucks...all were right there.

 

Hey Bill, do you have a "56 Operators Manual?"

If so, what does it say about the Serial Number location (or truck identification)?

 

I have a 56 frame in the back yard and the vin is not in the same place my 54 is, it is on the passenger side near the brake line holes on top of the frame. If you have the body on you have to reach under the firewall to get @ it. Hope this helps.

 

Yeah, it is very interesting. ;-)

Perhaps. But right now, I can tell you we're all freezing our patooties off. LOL

 

Very useful link. Thanks Wayne. If I'd know if could be in so many places I would have looked more extensively!

Gustave