I'm back! another Ford Truck in my life
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I'm back! another Ford Truck in my life
Howdy all, i've been in and out of FTE for many years. I was very active years ago with a 67/69 project. I just bought a 1996 F150 regular cab longbed. Straight 6 and automatic. It's a very basic XL.
VIN is 2FTEF15Y3TCA26484
i have yet to pick it up. I can't determine online what gear ratio it is, using the VIN. Guess I need an axle code from the door tag. I had a 95 XL back in college with the straight 6. so, i'm somewhat familiar with these trucks.
it will be used as backup vehicle for the family when other vehicles need to be worked on. and it will be used occasionally to haul a golf cart. at worst, golf cart+ trailer+ junk would weigh less about 3000lbs, probably less. I'm guessing this truck will tow that easily, regardless of the gears??
this truck has just under 40,000 miles, so i'm hoping for another 200,000, based on what i know about these straight 6 trucks
anything i should be aware of for these trucks as they hit the 20+ year mark? wow, i'm getting old
VIN is 2FTEF15Y3TCA26484
i have yet to pick it up. I can't determine online what gear ratio it is, using the VIN. Guess I need an axle code from the door tag. I had a 95 XL back in college with the straight 6. so, i'm somewhat familiar with these trucks.
it will be used as backup vehicle for the family when other vehicles need to be worked on. and it will be used occasionally to haul a golf cart. at worst, golf cart+ trailer+ junk would weigh less about 3000lbs, probably less. I'm guessing this truck will tow that easily, regardless of the gears??
this truck has just under 40,000 miles, so i'm hoping for another 200,000, based on what i know about these straight 6 trucks
anything i should be aware of for these trucks as they hit the 20+ year mark? wow, i'm getting old
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Vehicle Details from the Ford ETIS site:Minor Features
For the most part this combination of engine and gearing has a tow rating of Zero (0) to the best of my knowledge and previous posts on this forum. Maybe it was 2.73 that was the worst offender....
- Lapis Blue
- Styleside Box - STL Inner/Outer
- 133"/3378MM Wheelbase
- (-)"XL"
- Ontario Plant Build
- With Convenience Group
- With Exterior Dress Up Kit
- With Rubber Floor Covering
- With Noise Insulation Pack
- Chrome-Plated
- With Drivers Hand Set Sail Mirror
- Pass Hand Set Sail Mirror - Convex
- Single Cab (2 Door)
- With Argent Rr Bumper - Steel Step
- Rear Bumper - Steel Step - Chromed
- With Front Licence Plate Bracket
- With Steel Spare Wheel
- 7.5J X 15" Style Steel Argent Wheel
- With Conventional Spare Tyre
- 3.08
- Less Rear Axle Limited Slip Diff
- 4.9L Ohv EFI NA I6 Gas
- With Auxiliary Fuel Tank
- Electronic AM/FM/Stereo With Clock
- With NAAO Radio Frequency
- With Light Group
- Oxford White #2
- 150 Series
- E4OD
For the most part this combination of engine and gearing has a tow rating of Zero (0) to the best of my knowledge and previous posts on this forum. Maybe it was 2.73 that was the worst offender....
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according to that VIN it's a 2.73 rear axle.
rust points are rear leaf spring hangers and rad support, but if it's a texas truck rust is probably not an issue.
the computer can develop a problem with leaking capacitors.
rust points are rear leaf spring hangers and rad support, but if it's a texas truck rust is probably not an issue.
the computer can develop a problem with leaking capacitors.
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thanks for the detail. 3.08:1 would be a disappointment and a surprise with the straight 6 engine. i'll know more this weekend.
i may also see if I can get the cart in the longbed without a trailer. our golf cart is a 6 seater, about 9' from front bumper to middle of the rear axle. it might fit with the tailgate down.. cart weighs about 1000lbs
i may also see if I can get the cart in the longbed without a trailer. our golf cart is a 6 seater, about 9' from front bumper to middle of the rear axle. it might fit with the tailgate down.. cart weighs about 1000lbs
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More details from Ford ETIS:
FYI the URL is FordEtis home page
Primary Features
Primary Features
Build Date: 07.12.1995
Vehicle Line: C346 APA MCA China
Body Style: Single Cab (2 Door)
Version: 150
Engine: 4.9L Ohv EFI NA I6 Gas
Transmission: E4OD(4R100)
Drive: LHD RWD
Axle Ratio: 3.08
Emission: With 49 State Emission Requirements
Air Conditioning: Manual Air Conditioning
Paint: Oxford White #2
Build Date: 07.12.1995
Vehicle Line: C346 APA MCA China
Body Style: Single Cab (2 Door)
Version: 150
Engine: 4.9L Ohv EFI NA I6 Gas
Transmission: E4OD(4R100)
Drive: LHD RWD
Axle Ratio: 3.08
Emission: With 49 State Emission Requirements
Air Conditioning: Manual Air Conditioning
Paint: Oxford White #2
FYI the URL is FordEtis home page
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what i found online, said I can't tell from the VIN. I need the door tag info..
knowing me, it will get a gear change and a locker of some sort anyway. always upgrading, never stock.
knowing me, it will get a gear change and a locker of some sort anyway. always upgrading, never stock.
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I think 300-E4OD-3.08 gears is rated about 4400 lbs towing, according to the owner's manual available at the Motorcraft site. Better gears get higher ratings.
The M5OD-2.73 gears combo is rated 0 lbs towing.
The M5OD-2.73 gears combo is rated 0 lbs towing.
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