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Old Jan 31, 2010 | 07:39 PM
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Vin decoding please

Here is my Bronco 1/2 Cab Vin Number.

U15FLC86212

Then comes

WB Color Model
092 7 U150


Body Trans Axle
1 98 C 3


37
DSD

I started the new project tonight. So far in a couple of hours this is what I have done. I removed the doors, radiator removed, hood removed, and wiring harnass removed. Also, since there was a plow on it. I had to remove the hydrolic pump, fluid resevoir,and a switch which I would guess moves the plow up and down. I am excited about this project because the last two were ones I could seldom drvie. The first was a 1951 F6 which I did a full restoration on and turned it into a tow truck. The second was a 1969 N600 tow truck. I did a full bottom end restoration and started the cab but someone else wanted it so I sold it to him.

I excited because this is one I will be able to drive as often as i want!

Thanks for the help!

Kevin
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 07:34 AM
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"Teach a man to fish" broncohio
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 08:11 AM
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Ok great, I love to learn! Here is goes:

1968
Model U15: U-100 Wagon normal duty
F: 170 cid 6 cyl engine
L: Michigan Plant
C86212: February build

Wheel Base: 092 ??
Transmission C: 3 spd
Color 7: medium Blue (from 69)
Axle 3: 4.11 (is this good or bad for high way & around town)
DSO 37: Buffalo

Well am I right?
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 08:36 AM
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You did good. Too many times people just give a quick answer without providing the info so you can use later. Wheelbase is the same for all years I believe. The axle code could be 03, open diff, A3 would be a factory locker. The 4:11 gears are needed for the low power 170ci engine and will limit highway cruising speeds. But the combo is a good high torque setup for low speeds, around town, off road as it was intended to be. Enjoy! I hope to have my frame off 66 half cab finished by summer.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2010 | 10:47 AM
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Thanks for the info. This one has a half cab top on it now. I want to turn it into a half cab so I can put some of what ever in the back. I only live 2 miles from my restaurant so I don't need to be in a hurry. I am working with DVA Dessert Valley to find a metal body. It doesn't need to be perfect just a good start. He was supposed to send me pics on Friday but never got around to it I guess. I plan on putting in 4 or 5 hours tonight and have the body ready to come off tomorrow. Again thanks for the help..more questions to follow I'm sure.

This will be the second early Bronco I have done. I did one in high school. A 69 what a great truck!
 
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