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Old Sep 14, 2018 | 12:19 PM
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vin decode help please

Hi guys, I'm new to this site. I have recently purchased a old truck and trying to figure out the vin. If anyone knows what they mean I would appreciate the help. Thanks in advance!
 
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Originally Posted by osbslinger
Hi guys, I'm new to this site. I have recently purchased a old truck and trying to figure out the vin. If anyone knows what they mean I would appreciate the help. Thanks in advance!
F60 = F600.

D = 330 2V Heavy Duty FT engine.

C = Oakville Ontario Canada Truck Assembly Plant.

F43844 = 1969.

156" Wheelbase.

M = Wimbledon White.

F600, 19,500 lbs. GVWR

481: 4 = Charcoal Black Corinthian Vinyl & Charcoal Black Woven Thong Repeat Vinyl / 81 = 81A Standard Cab.

A = New Process 435 4 Speed Manual Transmission.

F2 = Eaton model 15201 Two Speed Rear Axle / 5.83/8.17 / 15,000 lbs. Rear Axle Capacity.

19,500 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.

164 net HP @ 3,800 RPM

221482:

22 = Charlotte NC Ford District Sales Office, where the original selling dealer ordered the truck from.

1482 = Domestic Special Order number, truck ordered special by the original purchaser, not "bought off the lot."

 
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