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How to know if it’s a ‘59 f100 or f250?

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Old Jul 1, 2025 | 08:42 PM
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How to know if it’s a ‘59 f100 or f250?

Looking at this project which is priced to sell. It doesn’t have an engine or transmission or any VIN markings. It’s obviously been sitting a long time but has a great body and bones. (Yes i know that’s a red flag) the kid selling it plans to take my advice and do a vin request through the dmv so it can be confirmed whether or not it’s stolen. ANYWAY, the truck has an 8 lug pattern and from the pictures i took of the diff it looks like either a d44 or d60. But im curious if there are any physical features i can use to decifer whether it’s a 100 or 250. From my phone i can’t add the pics to this thread but will try to add them later.

any advice would be appreciated !
 
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Old Jul 1, 2025 | 08:53 PM
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F100s were 5 lug.

What is the VIN? The one stamped in the frame should be compared to the one on the warranty plate and title.
 
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Old Jul 1, 2025 | 10:05 PM
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VIN will be stamped on top of frame by right front wheel. F250 had 8 lugs.
 
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Old Jul 6, 2025 | 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by my55fordpkup
Looking at this project
any advice would be appreciated !
Photos always help
 
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