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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 03:05 PM
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where can i find out what means what on a vin number? my vin is f14hceg1332 79 4wd short bed 150 is about all i know
 
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 03:07 PM
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Originally Posted by ford5o
where can i find out what means what on a vin number? my vin is f14hceg1332 79 4wd short bed 150 is about all i know
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F14 = F150 4WD Pickup

H = 351M 2V

C = Ontario Canada Assembly Plant

EG1332 = 1979

If you want more info, list all the codes found on the Warranty Plate which is located on the left door face below the latch.

 
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Old Dec 22, 2008 | 05:08 PM
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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 11:00 AM
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door code plate is vin on top and below is 117 b f140 body sr4 trans f axle h2 and below that is 06050(gvwr) 1979(year)12(build month?)
 
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Old Dec 24, 2008 | 11:25 AM
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117 = wheel base

F14 = F150 4wd

F = Transmission: 4 spd, Manual, Warner T18

H2 = Rear Axle: 3.50 Limited Slip, 3750lb Ford

6050 = gvwr

1979 = year
 
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