Hi fella's
I've a 1997 F150 super cab 4.6 V8, its 2 wheel drive with auto transmission. I have the owner manual which tells me the towing capacity, but only for particular axle ratios. I have the VIN number (1FTDX1767VND13764) and used the Ford websites VIN tool, but this did not tell me a thing.

Can anyone tell me where to find the rear axle ratio, or what it should be for my vehicle? Im hoping to tow a large caravan, approx. 2,000kg, and a 250kg jet bike in the rear bed.

Thanks

Tim

 

It is on the door sticker. It will have a 2 character axle code.

18 - 3.08 Open
27 - 3.31 Open
19 - 3.55 Open
H9 - 3.55 Limited Slip
26 - 3.73 Open
B6 - 3.73 Limited Slip
25 - 4.10 Open
B5 - 4.10 Limited Slip

 

Many thanks for the info
i've now found that it has got the 3:55 ratio rear axle so thats put my mind at rest.

My next problem is how to get a 500lb jet bike in the back and out ogain safely ....any ideas

thanks again
Tim

 

A ramp and a few strong friends?

 

You would probably find it a lot easier with a small trailer. You could back the truck down to get it in and out of the bed, but then you have the possibility of getting stuck, and putting water into your rear diff. Much better with a trailer.