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May 1, 2021 | 12:24 PM

Jamie Miles

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From: Alto, GA

F600 decode

Hi, looking for a decode on this tag? Truck showed up in a local scrap yard. I'm looking for parts for my 71 which has a 330 2V M.D. engine and clark 285. I'm wondering if the 4V intake/carb and trans from this truck will fit my 71?

Thanks.

May 1, 2021 | 08:52 PM

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I can decode it late Tuesday or Wednesday. Look at the intake next to the carb on both sides. There should be a small runner on each side. Both manifolds should have that. That indicates a FT manifold. If they both have that, they interchange. 80 pounds plus so use a crane if you can.

May 4, 2021 | 08:11 PM

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F61 = F600 gas 4x2

E = 361 4V OR 2V XD FT gas V8. ("XD" in place the previous "HD") ('76 used the same code for 2V and 4V)

V = Kentucky Truck Plant

C52854 = 1976 series number

194 = 194 inch wheelbase

No color code, note special order

F612 = F600 gas 21.000 GVWR, 4x2

GA8 = Regular cab, standard. I do not have the upholstery or seat type info.

M = Clark model 285V five speed direct transmission

53L
53 = Rockwell (Timken) model H-170, 17,500lbs capacity, single speed rear axle, 6.14 ratio
L = Ford 6,000lbs capacity front axle

21000 = 21,000lbs GVWR

228031
22 = Charlotte District Code
8031 = Special Order Code