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Old 07-04-2007, 11:23 PM
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Anyone able to help me with an axle code?

It's an 85' F250 extended cab long box 4x4 with axle code "73", what does that indicate?

The VIN is 1FTHX26L1FKA56477, planning on using it for parts since she's seen better days. What else does the VIN tell a guy?
 
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Originally Posted by radramrod2
Anyone able to help me with an axle code?
It's an 85' F250 extended cab long box 4x4 with axle code "73", what does that indicate?
The VIN is 1FTHX26L1FKA56477, planning on using it for parts since she's seen better days. What else does the VIN tell a guy?
1FT = Ford Truck USA Production (Complete Vehicle)

H = Hydraulic Brakes / Class G / 8,501- 9,000 lbs GVWR

X26 = F250 Super Cab 4WD

L = 460 4V

1 = Ford Internal Use Only

F = 1985

K = Kansas City Assembly Plant

A56477 = Numerical Sequence of Assembly

73 = Dana 70 / Non Limited Slip / 3.54-1 / 6300 lb Rear Axle Capacity

 

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