on my 98' f250 it is the last two numbers of the vin# i double check it to the last two numbers on the differential tag. and they matched
never mind last answer look inside drivers door jam there should be a sticker with the vin# look down at the bottom of the look for "axle" just below that is your differential number.
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want to know what rear end it has for a replacement
Look at the front part of the rear end where the driveshaft bolts to it and you will find it in the housing. It will be on the passenger side of the rear end housing where the driveshaft hooks to the rear end.
That will depend on which differential you have. There is more than one. Find the metal tag located under one of the differential cover bolts on the rear end housing.
Yes, you can determine the rear end specifications of your vehicle using the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). The VIN contains specific information about the vehicle's make, model, and production details, which can help identify the type of rear axle it has. You can either check the manufacturer's specifications using the VIN or consult a dealer or specialized service that can decode the VIN for you.
To determine the type of rear end differential in a 2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty, you can check the vehicle's owner’s manual or the build sheet if available. Another method is to look for the axle code located on the driver's side door jamb on a sticker; it indicates the specific differential type. Additionally, you can visually inspect the rear differential housing or consult the vehicle’s VIN for detailed specifications.
The 3.73 rear end in a 1998 Chevy Silverado 1500 does not automatically mean it is a posi-traction (posi) differential. Posi-traction refers to a limited-slip differential that allows both rear wheels to spin together for improved traction. You would need to confirm with the specific vehicle's build options or VIN to determine if it has a posi rear end.
Inside the rear axle.
Part of the rear end.
Only off a cliff; if your differential siezes your rear end falls off a millisecond later.
Yes, that would be the easiest way to find out.
It doesn't work that way. There isn't a rear end "digit".