My '65 VIN # etc.
My '65 VIN # etc.
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My '65 VIN # etc.
F10 = F100
J = 6 Cyl 240 CID
D = Dallas Assembly Plant
637xxx = January, 1965
115 = 115" wheelbase
0 = Color Code =
F10 = F100 Series
3 = Paint/Color Code = Light Blue
81 = Standard enclosed cab
F = Transmission = Synchronized 4 speed Warner T-98
09 = Rear End = Ford 9" rear, 3.70 ratio, 3,300 lb cap (this doesn't agree with the 5000 Max GVW. Not sure why.)
5000 = Max GVW
129 4000 = 129 HP @ 4000 RPM
75 = District Service Office = Phoenix
J = 6 Cyl 240 CID
D = Dallas Assembly Plant
637xxx = January, 1965
115 = 115" wheelbase
0 = Color Code =
F10 = F100 Series
3 = Paint/Color Code = Light Blue
81 = Standard enclosed cab
F = Transmission = Synchronized 4 speed Warner T-98
09 = Rear End = Ford 9" rear, 3.70 ratio, 3,300 lb cap (this doesn't agree with the 5000 Max GVW. Not sure why.)
5000 = Max GVW
129 4000 = 129 HP @ 4000 RPM
75 = District Service Office = Phoenix
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My '65 VIN # etc.
[updated:LAST EDITED ON 22-Aug-02 AT 05:50 AM (EST)]John, I noticed you decoded the VIN# for someone with a '65 a few weeks back...
I've decoded my VIN, with the exception of the DSO code - i.e., what resource do you use to look that up?
my DSO code is 72
***NEVERMIND THAT Q - JUST FOUND A MESSAGE YOU SENT BACK IN MAY REGARDING A "72" DSO - SAN JOSE DISTRICT, RIGHT??
This may sound stupid, but... I'm learning - & I see a lot of questions answered by you!
My rear axle is Dana 60 -full floating(I looked)- but the code on the VIN plate for the rear axle RATIO says "B4" (which Chiltons doesn't have anything listed before 1973)- Do you know what that means?
Thanks!
'66 F250 Custom Cab Camper Special -352 v-8 "Ol Betsy"
I've decoded my VIN, with the exception of the DSO code - i.e., what resource do you use to look that up?
my DSO code is 72
***NEVERMIND THAT Q - JUST FOUND A MESSAGE YOU SENT BACK IN MAY REGARDING A "72" DSO - SAN JOSE DISTRICT, RIGHT??
This may sound stupid, but... I'm learning - & I see a lot of questions answered by you!
My rear axle is Dana 60 -full floating(I looked)- but the code on the VIN plate for the rear axle RATIO says "B4" (which Chiltons doesn't have anything listed before 1973)- Do you know what that means?
Thanks!
'66 F250 Custom Cab Camper Special -352 v-8 "Ol Betsy"
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My '65 VIN # etc.
>John, I noticed you decoded the VIN# for someone with a '65
>a few weeks back...
>
Elizabeth:
1. I have a set of dealer parts volumes from 1967. It has a wealth of information in it. I also have the shop manuals for repairs, but they aren't as valuable for information. Amnd yes, DSO 72 is San Jose.
2. B4 for 65 is a Spicer (= Dana?) locking rear, 4.10 ratio, 5,200 lbs capacity. (B4 for earlier is the same axle and cap, but higher ratio.)
Hope this helps!
>a few weeks back...
>
Elizabeth:
1. I have a set of dealer parts volumes from 1967. It has a wealth of information in it. I also have the shop manuals for repairs, but they aren't as valuable for information. Amnd yes, DSO 72 is San Jose.
2. B4 for 65 is a Spicer (= Dana?) locking rear, 4.10 ratio, 5,200 lbs capacity. (B4 for earlier is the same axle and cap, but higher ratio.)
Hope this helps!
