How do you identify the differential on a Ford Falcon?

Identifying the Differential on a Ford Falcon
To identify the differential on a Ford Falcon, you can follow these steps:
1. Check the Build Plate: You can begin by decoding the build plate on the door frame of your Ford Falcon. One of the codes will be under “ax”, which will indicate the axle that your car came from the factory with originally. Most ’63 Falcons came with either a 6.75″ or a 7.25″ rear end. Some 63 Falcons also came with the 7″ gear.
2. Visual Inspection: Each Ford model has a different number of bolts, and certain Dana units have the same bolt count. Ford 8 and 9-inch rear ends are removable carrier units and have no inspection cover. The back of these units have a smooth hump with no bolts. Comparing the bolt count and inspection cover gasket shape can also help in identification.
3. Differential Tags and Stampings: The most accurate differential identification is provided by the bottom line of the tag number or axle tube stamp. Differential tags can easily be used to identify Dana and Ford differentials. Ford differential tags are a bit more direct. The tag number is ordered as year, month, and day with the month of manufacture following the format of A for January, B for February, C for March, and so on. A Ford tag number will appear something like 12D04 which signifies April 4, 2012 .
4. Consult a Service Manual: If in doubt, consulting a Service Manual for a 1963 Falcon can also provide information on the rear end and help in identifying the differential.
These methods should help you in identifying the differential on your Ford Falcon. If you have the specific code from the build plate, feel free to share it for further assistance.

What is the ID tag on a Ford 8.8 rear end?

A Ford identifying tag is attached to one of the rear cover bolts. The four-letter code on the top right of the tag will be a dead giveaway as to whether you have found an 8.8-inch axle. The first three digits of these codes are listed with the original applications mentioned on the chart.

How do you determine differential type?

The easiest way to tell if you have an open differential is to jack up the car and spin one of the rear tires. If the other wheel spins in the opposite direction, you have an open differential. If it spins in the same direction, you have a limited slip differential, or LSD.

Where is the differential number located?

Information about Differentials in GM vehicles can usually be obtained by looking at the RPO or “Regular Production Option” codes contained in the Service Parts Identification tag in the glovebox or the driver’s side door jamb (B-Pillar).

How do I know what Ford differential I have?

Whether. It needs an additive or not usually that’s on those tags also. As far as identifying Ford. Gives most of the Fords will have the same format. So your super duties your f-150 is your Mustangs.

How do you read a Ford differential tag?

And break down the tag on your ford. Differential. It’s actually very simple compared to most. First number we’re going to look at is s615c s is the plant code for sterling 615 is the model number and

What type of rear differential do I have?

The easiest way to tell if you have an open differential is to jack up the car and spin one of the rear tires. If the other wheel spins in the opposite direction, you have an open differential. If it spins in the same direction, you have a limited slip differential, or LSD.

How do I know if I have a 8.8 or 9.75 rear end?

On the passenger’s side upper and lower corners, there’s two semi-circular divots that can easily be seen when looking at the cover from straight on. While the Super 8.8’s cover has a bulge for the ring gear, it’s not anywhere near as pronounced as the 9.75’s.

Can I get my gear ratio from VIN number?

You don’t. That information is not contained in the VIN, UNLESS a specific model only gets one rear end ratio. VIN tells country of manufacture, vehicle make, class, engine type, size, date of manufacture, plant and serial number. That is the ONLY information contained by the VIN.

How do I identify my Ford Dana axle?

The Dana Axle Bill of Material Number will tell us what your axle model is, the ratio, and what parts your particular axle was built with. There should be a metal Dana BOM Tag held on by two of the diff cover bolts. There should also be a white Ford assembly decal on the right axle beam.

How do I know what rear end I have Ford?

The ID tag can be your friend. It will tell you the gear ratio, rearend style, and whether it has limited-slip. Also on the tag is an ID number, which, until 1985, included four to five letters, no numbers. Almost all 8.8s—and all post-1986 Ford rearends—have letters and numbers.