I've came across a 68 F100 Ranger LWB; 360cid 3on the tree manual Truck. I've been unsuccessful decoding info on truck. Your help would be appericated. Data plate faded but here's the info off it in best order I could fine.

F10YCD18412
131 ME F100 K 81
C= axle 17= trans

Iys a two tone light blue & white, I would like especially the rear end ratio info if possible.

Thanks;
Mitch

 

http://mercurypickup.com/1968_ford_serial.htm

 

F10 = F100
Y = 360 2V
C = Ontario Truck
D18412 = 1968
131 = 131" Wheelbase
M = Wimbleton White
E = Skyview Blue
F100 = F100
K = Medium Blue Crush Vinyl / Medium Blue Cody Pattern Woven Plastic
81 = 81A Standard Cab
C = Ford 3 Speed 3.03-Fully Synchronized Manual Transmission
17 = Ford 9 Inch Rear Axle / 3.25-1 Ratio / 3300 lb Axle Capacity

You flipped the codes for the transmission/axle. The transmission is always listed first on the VIN plate.

 

Thanks guys for the data; I was hoping for alittle more towing rear axle gear ratio';' but its better on fuel for just daily driving with a 3.25 than a 3.75 etc I guess. Plan on buying the truck; will post more info / and photos once its mine. Too many trucks not enough $$$ to build them all.

Mitch