Notices
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Slick Sixties Ford Truck

VIN decode

Old Mar 21, 2009 | 10:30 PM
  #1  
Shorty 66's Avatar
Shorty 66
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 306
Likes: 0
From: Berthoud, Colorado
VIN decode

I just got this truck. It's kinda weird with some of the options. The warranty plate was painted so I think that the trans and axle codes are correct. Thanks

vin- f10yk834573
wb-129
model-f100
body-481
trans-a
axle-08
gvw-5000
hp-172@4000
dso-511387
 
Reply
Old Mar 21, 2009 | 11:11 PM
  #2  
tlk50's Avatar
tlk50
Elder User
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 508
Likes: 0
From: Wasilla, AK
Your VIN number: F10YK834573
Your Model Year is March 1966.

Truck Series: F100 2 Wheel Drive

Engine: 2V - 352cid, 208 HP, 4400 RPM

Assembly on: Kansas City, MO
 
Reply
Old Mar 22, 2009 | 06:57 AM
  #3  
NumberDummy's Avatar
NumberDummy
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 785
From: Simi Valley, CA
Club FTE Gold Member
Originally Posted by Shorty 66
I just got this truck. It's kinda weird with some of the options. The warranty plate was painted so I think that the trans and axle codes are correct. Thanks
vin- f10yk834573 / wb-129 / model-f100 / body-481 / trans-a / axle-08 / gvw-5000 / hp-172@4000 / dso-511387
F10 = F100 2WD

Y = 352 2V

K = Kansas City Assembly Plant

834573 = Assembled March 1966

129" Wheelbase

No COLOR code

F100 2WD, 5,000 lbs. GVWR

481: 4 = Medium Beige Crush Vinyl & Medium Beige Wicker Pattern Vinyl // 81 = 81A Standard Cab

A - Ford type 3.03 3 Speed Manual all Syncromesh Transmission

08 = Ford 9" Rear Axle / 3.50-1 / non Limited Slip / 3300 lb. Rear Axle Capacity.

5,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

172 NET HP @ 4,000 RPM.

DSO: 511387:

51 = Denver CO Ford District Sales Zone Office, where the original selling dealer ordered the truck from.

1387 = Domestic Special Order Number. The truck was ordered special from Ford, not "bought off the lot."

Since there is no COLOR code, the special order prolly had to do with the truck being painted a non standard Ford color.
 
Reply
Old Mar 22, 2009 | 12:37 PM
  #4  
Shorty 66's Avatar
Shorty 66
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 306
Likes: 0
From: Berthoud, Colorado
Did standard cabs come with the chrome that goes on the dash, up at the windshield and in the middle of the dash. This truck has that like a CC.
 
Reply
Old Mar 22, 2009 | 01:46 PM
  #5  
NumberDummy's Avatar
NumberDummy
Ford Parts Specialist
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 88,826
Likes: 785
From: Simi Valley, CA
Club FTE Gold Member
Originally Posted by Shorty 66
Did standard cabs come with the chrome that goes on the dash, up at the windshield and in the middle of the dash. This truck has that like a CC.
Only when a padded dash was installed.

Your truck prolly had one. It rotted out, a previous owner removed it leaving the chrome strips.
 
Reply
Old Mar 22, 2009 | 10:11 PM
  #6  
Shorty 66's Avatar
Shorty 66
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 306
Likes: 0
From: Berthoud, Colorado
Was a padded dash a option for all trucks or just custom cabs?
 
Reply
Old Mar 23, 2009 | 01:21 AM
  #7  
camperspecial65's Avatar
camperspecial65
Postmaster
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,375
Likes: 5
From: seattle
in 65 and 6 it was optional...in 66 on I believe F350s there was a dash pad delete option...I believe its mentioned in my gallery under package composition..

- cs65
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Ferari
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
6
Nov 18, 2013 12:42 PM
Shorty 66
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
3
Sep 12, 2009 03:40 AM
hammer 64
New Member Introductions
1
Sep 17, 2007 09:08 PM
66FORDFAMILY
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Apr 30, 2007 01:13 AM
bsmith807
1961 - 1966 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
4
Mar 24, 2006 06:45 AM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:06 AM.

story-0
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-1
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-2
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-5
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-6
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-7
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-8
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE