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Old Sep 4, 2023 | 12:39 PM
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1971 F600 Decode

I know this thread is a little old but I need help I bought another f500/f600 I need help decoding the vin any help is much ap

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I'm giving you your own thread for this truck. Makes it easier for future inquiries.

F60 = F600 gas, 4x2

E = 361 2V FT gas V8

C = Ontario Truck Plant

L43096 = 1971 numerical series, April 1971 production

132 = 132 inch wheelbase

6 = Bright Medium Blue

F602 = F600 gas, 4x2, 20,000 lbs GVWR

4B8
4B = Black vinyl
8 = Standard cab

M = Clark model 285V five speed direct transmission

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

There is no front axle code, even though in '71 there should have been. Probably a typo. Your front axle is probably a Ford with a 5,500 lb capacity, without power steering

20000 = 20,000 lbs GVWR

182 3800 = 182 certified net HP @ 3800 RPM

45 = Davenport District Sales Office (the last year for Davenport, this code was Lansing for '72)

No special order.



 
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