I'm looking to buy a 97 or newer cc psd long bed and nee to use a decoder for the details. Anyone know of a good one. So far with many searches I'm still batting a zero. thanks all!

 

Have you tried using this thread?

 

Thanks Cookie a bunch! It's exactly what I'm needing.

 

No problem.

 

Cookie,

I used the vin codes on my 97 and it worked just right. However I'm also looking to decode the equiptment codes. Axles especially. The thread that you prrovided had those codes as well but it seems that my numbers were all different. My 4:10 limited alip rear is C5 on my door sticker but C5 does not exist on the chart.
Are these decoders year specific? If so...... Is there a way to get the info to cover a couple of years? Example: I'm considering 97 & 99 year models but really want a 3.73 axle ratio or lower.

Thanks again.

 

All single rear wheel Powerstroke Superduties from 99-01 came with 3.73 gears

 

Thanks Cookie. how about 1997. Many, including mine seem to be 4:10's. Some years seem to have a 3:55 available.
Basically I love the 4:10 but it is low for highway speeds. I have to approach 3000 rpm's to keep up in Idaho and suck down enourmous amounts of fuel doing so.
Werent there options in the 99- to get a 4:10 limited slip?

 

I think the 3.55 and 4.10 were the only gearsets available for the 97's. For the 99+ you could option in a 4.30 gearset with a gas engine, but the diesels only got 3.73's.

The axle tag on the rear pumpkin will tell you which gear is in the 97.

 

Thanks Cookie. You have been a big help. thank you for spending your time on my ?????

 

I forgot to mention the only option on the 99's rear end, limited slip. If the axle tag does not have "L" or "LS" stamped into it, it will have an open diff.

My time is your time.

 

Cookie,

Thanks for your note. I'm intrested in your opinion on my plans. I'm looking to replace my 97 reg cab only bacause it cannot hold enough of my family. We have a 98 Deville we can all fit in. But honestly the truck is more economical, fun and useful.
I'm also finding that I spend the majority of my time commuting in traffic 90-100 miles some days. The truck does plenty of stuff hauling but usually nothing big like I used to. The 4:10 with "levers" is just leaving the engine reving too much I feel. 70 mph = 2500 rpm. That was fine when pulling a 10000 pound trailer or 5 ton payload. But life has changed. That is why I'd like to get an automatic with 3:55 gears.
My 97 has been a wonderful truck. I know that the newer models are more advanced in some areas but I just cannot justify throwing firewood into a 30000 vehicle. I kinda like a few scratches and whimpy factory steel wheels to keep me humble. Otherwise I may be an even bigger jerk.

What is your opinion on my thinking and plans.

I drive as carefully as possible to conserve fuel. I know its probably booring to most psd owners but I'm entertaining myself with going 800+ miles between fill ups and getting 20 mpg with the 4:10

Thank you. Again.
I'll be gone most of today with the family. In the caddy.
Yeah, life is tough.
The caddy is metallic gold! Its so obviously a grandma car. Yup, and thats exactly where we got it from.
My wife says with a smirk: "Daddy gave me the caddy"

 

Wow. You'll be hard pressed to equal the milage you are currently getting with any other PSD. The 20+ club is an extremely small fraternity that I never got invited into. I'd consider keeping what you've got, we're only talking about a couple hungred rpm difference anyways, and the PSD will cruise at 2500 all day every day. That's not something you should even be worried about.

If cab configuration is going to be the deciding factor, I'd go with the 99. The back seat is roomier, and the front has a few more crature comforts for the long haul. Of course, I'm a bit biased

As far as the firewood deal goes, my bed is only pretty on the outside. A truck, after all, is still a truck. Dosen't matter what you paid for it.