11 digit Vin decode
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The first 2 refer to the district sales office (11 = Boston). The last 4 refer to the DSO invoice number.
AXLE code usually contains 3 digits. The first 2 refer to the rear axle, while the 3rd refers to the front axle.
P is probably the front axle code: Rockwell-Timken model FF-903 Front Axle, 12,000 lbs. Capacity with Power Steering.
*Domestic Special Order: Something was installed on the truck that was not an RPO (Regular Production Order). No part numbers for parts listed in the catalog.
If parts were required, the dealer contacted FoMoCo w/6 digit DSO. They looked up the order number, passed the part numbers/sources back to the dealer.
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Bill, Thanks for the explanation. If the truck was ordered with the owner/operator package or trim options like the aluminum fuel tanks and stainless steel mirror frames and stainless exhaust mufflers for the 8V71 Detroit would any of that show as a trim code on the door tag or would that only be on record with the DSO code with some file that probably no longer exists? Thanks, Dano
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Bill, Thanks for the explanation. If the truck was ordered with the owner/operator package or trim options like the aluminum fuel tanks and stainless steel mirror frames and stainless exhaust mufflers for the 8V71 Detroit, would any of that show as a trim code on the door tag or would that only be on record with the DSO code with some file that probably no longer exists? Thanks, Dano
There's a BODY code, but it only refers to the type/color of the seat upholstery and if the truck is a Standard or Custom Cab.
There's no way to know today what Domestic Special Order parts were installed.
Kevin Marti, a Phoenix AZ Mustang/Shelby "nut" acquired all the 1967/79 records in the late 1980's, when he discovered that FoMoCo was going to THROW THEM AWAY, but...
He hasn't done anything with the 500 and larger series truck records, so you cannot get a "Marti Report" like you can for cars, F100/350's, Bronco's and Econolines.
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Warranty Plate pic
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F70 = F700 (gas or diesel).
W = 361 2V FT low propane gas engine (Domestic Special Order) or Cummins NTC290 855 cid 6 cylinder diesel.
V = Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant.
T47216 = 1974.
158" Wheelbase.
COLOR: Blank.*
TYPE/GVW F703 = F700 (gas or diesel), 23,000 lbs. GVWR
BODY 228: 22 = Medium Blue Vinyl / 8 = 81A Standard Cab.
TRANS 2 = Clark model 282V 5 Speed Direct.
AXLE = This is hard to read, it appears to be: E3M
E3 = Eaton model 16244 Two Speed Rear Axle / 6.50/9.04 / 17,500 lbs. Rear Axle Capacity.
M = Ford 7,000 lbs. Capacity Front Axle with Power Steering.
23,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
DSO 260149.
26 = Memphis TN Ford District Sales Office, where the original selling dealer ordered the truck from.
0149 = Domestic Special Order number, truck ordered special by the original purchaser, not "bought off the lot."
*When there is no COLOR code stamped on the Warranty Plate, truck painted a non standard color, making it a Domestic Special Order.
The propane gas engine (if so equipped) is also a Domestic Special Order.
W = 361 2V FT low propane gas engine (Domestic Special Order) or Cummins NTC290 855 cid 6 cylinder diesel.
V = Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant.
T47216 = 1974.
158" Wheelbase.
COLOR: Blank.*
TYPE/GVW F703 = F700 (gas or diesel), 23,000 lbs. GVWR
BODY 228: 22 = Medium Blue Vinyl / 8 = 81A Standard Cab.
TRANS 2 = Clark model 282V 5 Speed Direct.
AXLE = This is hard to read, it appears to be: E3M
E3 = Eaton model 16244 Two Speed Rear Axle / 6.50/9.04 / 17,500 lbs. Rear Axle Capacity.
M = Ford 7,000 lbs. Capacity Front Axle with Power Steering.
23,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
DSO 260149.
26 = Memphis TN Ford District Sales Office, where the original selling dealer ordered the truck from.
0149 = Domestic Special Order number, truck ordered special by the original purchaser, not "bought off the lot."
*When there is no COLOR code stamped on the Warranty Plate, truck painted a non standard color, making it a Domestic Special Order.
The propane gas engine (if so equipped) is also a Domestic Special Order.
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Early 70's Ford 9000
Hello Bill, Could you please decode the attached doortag when you have time. Its from an early 70's LT9000 tractor in my yard. Thank You, Dano
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Decoded in post #736 in the "If you need any info" thread.
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I cannot help you, this 11 digit VIN is different than the US/Canadian VIN's used thru 1980. I would need a Mexican Ford parts catalog to decode it, but I don't have any.
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R80 = F800 (diesel). F8000 is an F800 w/a diesel engine.
4 = Caterpillar model 200 8 Cylinder 573 cid Diesel Engine.
V = Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant.
H84277 = 1970.
4 = Caterpillar model 200 8 Cylinder 573 cid Diesel Engine.
V = Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant.
H84277 = 1970.
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I see you ALL OVER this forum!!!! Would you please help me with my VIN?? F60DKE15597
I'm having issues with identifying the year and the engine code. "D?" Not sure what that engine is or its history. I sure would appreciate your help.
Brad Hanks
I'm having issues with identifying the year and the engine code. "D?" Not sure what that engine is or its history. I sure would appreciate your help.
Brad Hanks