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Old Mar 6, 2021 | 08:07 PM
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79 F600 VIN decode

I’m looking at getting a 1979 F600 and I would like to know the original specs and engine/trans/rear axle info.

From what I’ve found it has a 370 and I know it has a 2 speed rear end just don’t know what it’s rating is.

I have a picture of the VIN tag from the door below

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F60 = F600 2WD gas

C = 370 2V

V = Kentucky Truck Plant

FC1057 = 1979 numerical sequence

158 = 158 inch wheelbase

No color code, painted non-standard color

F607 = 1979 F600 gas, 2WD, 19,700lbs GVWR

AA8 = Standard regular cab. I don't have the full decode for upholstery, seat type etc.

A = New Process model 435 four speed transmission

F3 = Eaton model 15201 two speed rear axle, 15,000lbs capacity, 6.33/8.81 ratios
No front axle code.

19700 = 19,700lbs GVWR

525325
52 = Dallas District Code
5325 Special Order Number.

As to the 370, I have never been able to find the published HP/TQ for those or the 429 truck engine. With the two speed, it will do ok but you will hit a wall about 60 to 65 mph if it's running right.
 
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F60 = F600 2WD gas

C = 370 2V

V = Kentucky Truck Plant

FC1057 = 1979 numerical sequence

158 = 158 inch wheelbase

No color code, painted non-standard color

F607 = 1979 F600 gas, 2WD, 19,700lbs GVWR

AA8 = Standard regular cab. I don't have the full decode for upholstery, seat type etc.

A = New Process model 435 four speed transmission

F3 = Eaton model 15201 two speed rear axle, 15,000lbs capacity, 6.33/8.81 ratios
No front axle code.

19700 = 19,700lbs GVWR

525325
52 = Dallas District Code
5325 Special Order Number.

As to the 370, I have never been able to find the published HP/TQ for those or the 429 truck engine. With the two speed, it will do ok but you will hit a wall about 60 to 65 mph if it's running right.
Awesome thank you this is everything I was needing.
 
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