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Old Nov 23, 2001 | 02:26 AM
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I have a '93 F150 XLT, 5.8L, Super Cab, and it seems to have a tow package on it that looks very factory. Is there any way to tell if this is a posi rear end by looking, or is there some sort of coding somewhere on the vehicle?

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Old Nov 25, 2001 | 01:29 AM
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It should be coded for type of axle and ratio. Most likely placarded in the driver's doorsill, but could be in VIN.

Here's a link to an FTE tech article that gives the definition for the codeing for '80's-'90's trucks. Hope this is useful.

[link:www.ford-trucks.com/articles/axlechart.html|Click]


 
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Old Nov 25, 2001 | 12:17 PM
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I will check it out...many thanks!!!

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Old Jan 7, 2002 | 06:10 AM
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My 2001 F250 SD has a metal tab on the rearend which shows: 4L30, meaning a 4.30 rearend with "L" limited slip.

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Old Jan 7, 2002 | 11:05 AM
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Tow package doesn't always mean limited slip either. Most trailer packages came with 3.55 gears. 19-3.55 and H9B-3.55 LS.


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