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Jun 5, 2001 | 11:43 PM

az_medic228

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I just bought a 65 F100 and have been told that it hasa 312 Engine, while the auto parts store said that it has to be a 352. So, I am going to find out for myself.

I would like to know where I can go (other than the dealer) to get info from the VIN. Can anyone help point me in the right direction?

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Rod

Jun 6, 2001 | 05:14 AM

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Rod, Keep your shirt on, that truck left the factory nearly 40 years ago. Whatever is under the hood could have been changed out several times. There were 3 engines offered in 65, 2 I6s 240 & 300 CID, and one V8 352 CID. The 352 is a FE engine family group and they all have their sparkplugs that look like this \\// the biggest single giveaway. The 390 is the most popular of that family. I just found out that one of my 66s has had one transplanted into it.

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Jun 6, 2001 | 05:16 AM

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Jun 6, 2001 | 08:56 AM

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Hi Rod, this website may help you in some way.
http://www.redrival.com/rick1956
This site has vin plate codes, but like jowilker mentioned, the engine may not be correct.

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