Could someone please help decode my VIN? Thanks.

F11CE454371

120 A F110 E81 F 12

also what is a D.S.O. of 13?

I was told this 1964 F100 was originally a wrecker in Branford, CT.

The flareside bed is a different color (red) under the brushed on orange paint. There are bucket seats inside maybe falcon not sure, but no console though. The back driver side fender has a gas tank cap on it which leads nowhere anyone know what it would have been used for?

Also, what were the production figures for 1964 F100?

Been reading your forums posts for a while i'm amazed by the depth and generosity of your knowledge.

Thanks.

 

Your VIN number: F11CE454371
Your Model Year is September 1963.
Truck Series: F100 4 Wheel Drive
Engine: 2V - 292cid, 135 HP, 3800 RPM
Assembly on: Manwah

 

Welcome to FTE

F11 = F100 4WD

C = 292 2V

E = Mahwah NJ Assembly Plant.

454371 = 1964 ~ Assembled September 1963.

120" Wheelbase.

A = Raven Black.

F110 = F100 4WD, 5600 lbs. GVWR

E81: E = Red Crush Vinyl & Red Check Stripe Woven Plastic / 81 = 81B Custom Cab.

F = Borg Warner T-98 4 Speed Manual Transmission.

12 = Ford 9" Rear Axle / 3.89-1 / non Limited Slip / 3,300 lb. Rear Axle Csapacity.

5600 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.

135 net HP @ 3,800 RPM

13: NYC Ford District Sales Office, where the original selling dealer ordered the truck from.

See post #4 for production figures.

 

See post #3 for VIN/Warranty Plate decode.
2WD = Chassis & Cowl: 13 / Platform (Flatbed): 20 / Platform & Rack (Stake Bed): 175 / Chassis & Cab: 15,845 / Flareside Pickup: 28,876 / Styleside Pickup: 152,272.

4WD = Chassis & Cab: 330 / Flareside Pickup: 802 / Styleside Pckup: 2,232.

 

Sorry if I misinformed you. The info I posted was copied from the FTE VIN decoder, (which is obviously incorrect).

 

First thank you for the information about the VIN. You’ve inspired me to research all I can on this great old workhorse. I am now the proud owner of the 1964 Ford Truck 100-350 Series Shop Manual, the 1964/72 Ford Truck Master Parts and Accesories Catalog and the Ford Shop Tips volume one and two. I’ve also discovered that the truck was originally owned by a Wayne Plunske from what I can tell a very well known/respected owner operator of Plunske’s Garage in Wallingford, CT. They have a fleet of vintage trucks and wreckers it’s truly incredible to see the attention to detail these working vintage wreckers receive by Wayne (Mid 80’s) and his two sons. I will be visiting their garage this Saturday to see where my truck used to call home. I’m hoping they’ll allow me to match their unique paint scheme in honor of my trucks history. I’ve also contacted Eastwoods Auto Machine in Somersville CT to inquire about a total rebuild on the Y Block. (Has anyone used them before or recommend someone in CT?) I’m starting the long list of y block perfromance parts now, I don’t think I’ll keep a running total though as that might get scary. I’m hoping to make her better than new and then enjoy her each chance I get. I’ll be posting pictures soon and I’m sure I’ll have lot’s of questions as I tear her down to the frame. Thanks again.