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Old 12-18-2006, 02:24 PM
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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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Old 12-18-2006, 02:51 PM
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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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Get the code from the door code and look here: https://www.ford-trucks.com/article/...de_Chart_.html
 
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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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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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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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if the code is 12 than you have 2.73 gears.
 
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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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Just look at the tag on the rear end under a bolt head, image below.
 
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