can I get a vin code decoded please?
Cargo Master
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This should help you decode everything http://www.fordification.net/tech/vin.htm
As far as which axle you have, it should be stamped on the housing in the bottom right corner next to the pumpkin. May take a wire brush and cleaner to see
As far as which axle you have, it should be stamped on the housing in the bottom right corner next to the pumpkin. May take a wire brush and cleaner to see
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A decoded VIN won't provide that information.
The VIN only provides the model, engine code, manufacturing plant, and consecutive unit number.
However, the warranty plate riveted to the rear face of the driver's door does provide the codes necessary for determining how the truck was originally delivered... unless the door has been swapped and the warranty plate wasn't transferred.
The VIN only provides the model, engine code, manufacturing plant, and consecutive unit number.
However, the warranty plate riveted to the rear face of the driver's door does provide the codes necessary for determining how the truck was originally delivered... unless the door has been swapped and the warranty plate wasn't transferred.
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From: Isla de Muerta
^ what HIO said
That pic shows is that the truck is a...
1979 F150
6cyl engine
made in Kansas City
April '79,
4x2 given the GVWR
You'll need to post the door tag which is riveted to the door, black and silver for more info.
That pic shows is that the truck is a...
1979 F150
6cyl engine
made in Kansas City
April '79,
4x2 given the GVWR
You'll need to post the door tag which is riveted to the door, black and silver for more info.
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F150 ='s 9" rear end, March 79 so 99% sure front end has single piston caliper disk brakes and drums on the rear.
And just so you know that sticker is NOT the vin tag, it is the Safety Certification sticker.
And just so you know that sticker is NOT the vin tag, it is the Safety Certification sticker.
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Any of yall have any idea what year(s) the Dana 44 was used as a rear axle?
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Dana 44 under the rear of a Ford truck, never as far as I know...https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_44 But what do I know? lol
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Here is ND's take on it from way back when. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/7...ml#post6514873
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1959/67 F100's with 9" were not available with Limited Slip, 1968 was the first year.
Some 1963/66 F100's also have Dana 60.2 .. some 1966/68 F100's have Dana 60.3 .. both with Limited Slip, but neither is a Dana 60.
No 1966/77 Bronco had a Dana 44 rear axle.
Pic: 1977/79 F100/150 Dana 44-3 rear axle applications:
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^ Safety Standard Certification Label ^
Production Date: 3/79
6,050 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
F15 = F150 2WD Pickup.
B = 300 1V I-6.
K = Kansas City MO Assembly Plant.
EJ1014 = 1979.
Warranty Plate riveted to the left door face below the latch has the TRANS, AXLE and etc. codes.
Production Date: 3/79
6,050 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.
F15 = F150 2WD Pickup.
B = 300 1V I-6.
K = Kansas City MO Assembly Plant.
EJ1014 = 1979.
Warranty Plate riveted to the left door face below the latch has the TRANS, AXLE and etc. codes.
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