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Old Mar 28, 2017 | 09:08 PM
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Which chassis do I have?

Hi all:
New to Ford ownership...just purchased a 1998 Bigfoot RV with a Ford Econoline cutaway chassis. Wondering how I determine which model I have in reference to buying parts or manuals.

One service receipt that was passed on to me describes it as "van, E-45".
I'm assuming this is a "E-series", but have heard models such as E-250, E-350, etc. It has a Triton V-10 engine, dual wheels on the rear.
Is there a code on the body plate that tell this?
Thanks!
 
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Old Mar 28, 2017 | 09:16 PM
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One that old will most likely be called E-Super Duty. This is the same as the E-450. An E550 is a whole different animal.
 
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Old Mar 29, 2017 | 07:23 AM
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VIN or door tag?
 
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Old Apr 4, 2017 | 12:11 AM
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Found it! This site translates the VIN of any Ford:

Ford Truck 17-Digit Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) Decoder : Blue Oval Trucks

Turns out my is an "E-Super-Duty" ...good to know!
 
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Old Apr 4, 2017 | 10:07 AM
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Always had good luck here too. Sort of like a build sheet kinda thing.

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