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Old May 5, 2010 | 08:25 PM
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need gvw help

i have a 1972 f800 vin # n81evp31906, what is the gvw and other components?
 
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Old May 6, 2010 | 10:43 PM
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I'm assuming your 72 tag is similar to my 81.
GVW on same tag as serial number? Axle codes on tag too? Also a stick on info tag near serial tag?
My microfiche starts at 1973 and shows n81 as a 1975 & up LN800 with gas engine. I guess what I have won't do any good for your 1972. I didn't think they would change that much.
Best I could do, Dennis.....
 
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Old May 6, 2010 | 10:45 PM
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Better check that VIN. If it's really an "N", then it's not an F800. That would be "F81********". "N8********* in 1972 would be a -LN800, or a short nose Louisville, completely different from an F-series.
 
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Old May 7, 2010 | 07:39 AM
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Thanks for all the help, getting closer
 
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Old May 8, 2010 | 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by speedbump512
i have a 1972 f800 vin # n81evp31906, what is the gvw and other components?
Welcome to FTE

N81 = LN800 (gas)

E = 361 2V FT engine

V = Kentucky Truck Assembly Plant

P31906 = 1972

The GVW, AXLE, TRANS, MODEL, BODY and other codes are listed on the Warranty Plate.
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Dennis/Ohio: 1981 Trucks are the first to have 17 digit VIN's. All the codes are listed on the white Certification Label which is glued on.

1961/80 Trucks have 11 digits VIN's. The VIN and all the codes are listed on the metal Warranty Plate, which was riveted on.

1970/80's also have a glued on 'Safety Standard' Certification Label which was glued on. It contains the Production Date, VIN, front/rear GVW and on some, tire specs.

 
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