1978 Ford LTD II 2-Door Hardtop
The LTD II was Ford's mid-size line for 1978. Flory records 76,285 built for 1978 at a base price of $5,112.
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8H30F125217
302 CID V8 (F)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Lorain, OH (H)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1978 Ford LTD II
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH (H) |
| Model Code | 30 | LTD II |
| Engine Code | F | 302 CID V8 (F) |
| Serial Number | 125217 | Production #125217 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelLTD II
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine302 CID V8 (F)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantLorain, OH (H)
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: LTD II Coupe)
Height52.6
Length215.5
Wheelbase114.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
9 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2463.00
No. Produced
18146
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
4
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
3304
lbs
Length
201.1
in.
Height
55
in.
Width
74.5
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Torque
190@2200
ft/lbs
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Displacement
200
cu. in.
Type
Constant mesh
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (38)
Radiator
Down flow
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
390 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On tab on instrument panel close to windshield on passenger side visible from outside.
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
7.35 x 14
Series
Fairlane 6
Make
Ford
Model Year
1968
Origin
United States
Model Number
54A
Body Maker
Ford
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Brake Size
10
in.
Service
Dual hydraulic
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Fuel
20
gal.
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Brake Horsepower
115@3800
hp
Compression Ratio-Std
8.8
:1
Cylinders
6
Type
Single downdraft
Main Bearings
7
Rear Tread
58.9
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Wheelbase
116
in.
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Differential
Hypoid
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Type
Semicentrifugal
No. Of Gears
3
1st
2.99
:1
2nd
1.75
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
3.17
:1
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.