Just brought this bad boy home yesterday and still trying to figure it out. Seller didn't have much info on it. Only VIN I have found so far is to the left of the steering wheel on a little sticker - don't think that's the full VIN though. Looking forward to this rebuild! Anyone on here familiar with these?

 

Welcome to FTE!

No plate on the dash or firewall?

The VIN is stamped on the frame, usually on the passenger side near the alternator.

What does the title say?

What is the VIN you have? Even a partial can shed a little light on things.

 

Thanks!

The only plate I found on the dash says: "MFD. by HACKNEY BROS. BODY CO. VIN: 27863

There is no title for this - working on getting a new title issues now. Looking good.

I will try to dig around more tonight to see if I can find some more info! Will look for the VIN stamped on the frame and keep you posted.

 

The VIN should (may) be stamped on the frame as well.

Ahead of the right rear spring shackle (with picture):
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post21627282

More location information (no pictures):
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...l#post21629411

 

A '71 will have an 11 digit VIN. "27863" could be the last 5 of the original VIN, as it fits in the numerical series for '71 F series.

Body type would be "84"--"Cowl less windshield".

300 Six with a NP435 4 speed and a single speed rear axle. That's my guess.