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what's in the Diff?

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what's in the Diff?

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Dec 18, 2006 | 02:24 PM

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Dirigo

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what's in the Diff?

what gearing is in the rear differential of a stock 302ci 1992 150 xlt, 2wd, automatic, reg cab, short bed

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Dec 18, 2006 | 02:51 PM

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quicklook2

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read the code on your door and go to top of page articles/specs and look it up.

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Dec 18, 2006 | 02:53 PM

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stryder

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Get the code from the door code and look here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/...de_Chart_.html

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Dec 18, 2006 | 03:46 PM

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the VIN decoder is telling me that my truck is a 5.0 v6. ive got a v8. also, it doesnt tell me what my gear ratio is.

VIN:1FTDF15N0NNB19025
code from door jamb:2-54l-r12

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Dec 18, 2006 | 03:49 PM

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You need the axle code from the tag inside the driver's door, not the VIN. Then check it to the chart from the link above.

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Dec 18, 2006 | 09:00 PM

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code from door jamb: 2-54l-r12
does this mean it has 2.73 gears? that sounds a little high to me.
what size is the ring and pinion and how many splines?

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Dec 18, 2006 | 09:17 PM

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if the code is 12 than you have 2.73 gears.

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Dec 18, 2006 | 10:08 PM

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i checked the owners manual and now i think i have the wrong code. the Safety Compliance certification label has been peeled off. the safety compliance certification label has the code im looking for, right?

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Dec 19, 2006 | 06:56 AM

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From: Easton,Ks

Just look at the tag on the rear end under a bolt head, image below.

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