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Old Oct 1, 2018 | 01:43 PM
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Hello,
My mid-life crisis recently transitioned to a new phase. I sold my beloved Corvette and picked up this 1979 F100. It's in great shape considering it's age. It runs and drives very well. There is a small list of things that it needs, but nothing daunting. Mostly worn out bushings and other suspension components that i want to replace just for peace of mind.

I was wondering if someone could help me in identifying the rear end. It looks like a Dana60 to me, but I'm looking for some verification. Here are some pictures of the diff and the tag stamped on it along with some glamor shots to show you how pretty she is.




 
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Found this information here --> LINK

If I'm reading this correctly - you have the highlighted:


 

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Oh, shoot - I wanted to also say beautiful truck! Forgive my manners.
 
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And welcome to FTE!

Love those wheels! I've got a set waiting to go onto my rig, once I have some money which can go that way.
 
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Thank you very much! Just what I was looking for.
 
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