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1969 Ford Fairlane Ranchero 2-Dr. Utility

Built on the intermediate platform, the 1969 Fairlane Ranchero blended car-like comfort up front with a pickup bed out back.
Model year needs verification: this serial block was also used in 1979. VIN model code 47 was used by both 1969 and 1979 Fords and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1969 interpretation. If this is a 1979 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
9H47F159098
8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Utility
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era

Source: NICB Passenger Vehicle Identification Manual; Ford Master Parts Catalog; Flory, American Cars.

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1969 Ford Fairlane Ranchero

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VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 9 1969
Plant Code H Lorain, OH
Model Code 47 Fairlane Ranchero
Engine Code F 8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Serial Number 159098 Production #159098

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelFairlane Ranchero
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Utility
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 302 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Horsepower220 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord

Original Specifications

Front tread58.8
Wheelbase116
Rear tread58.5

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)

Powertrain Details Enhanced Data

Axle Type Semifloating
Clutch Size 9 inches

Pricing & Production Enhanced Data

No. Produced 5856

Body & Style Enhanced Data

No. Doors 2

Additional Specifications Enhanced Data

Origin United States
Brake Horsepower 155@4000 hp
Rated Horsepower 32.5 hp
Type Constant mesh
Lubrication Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Torque 240@1600 ft/lbs
Displacement 250 cu. in.
Colors Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type Regular
Ignition System Distributor and coil
Exhaust System Single
Cooling System 9.9 Quarts
Radiator Tubular and fin
Battery 12 V
Optional Equipment 351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment Power steering
Optional Equipment Front disc rear drum brakes
Steering Gear Recirculating ball and nut
Rear Suspension Hotchkiss
Front Suspension Independent ball joint with coil springs
Drive Rear wheel drive
VIN Location On plate on top of left side of dashboard visible through windshield.
Tire Size 7.35 x 14
Spare Location Trunk
Make Ford
Model Year 1969
Series Fairlane 6
Body Maker Ford
Model Number 66A
Brake Size 10 in.
Service Dual hydraulic
Emergency Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Rear Differential 4 pt.
Fuel 20 gal.
Transmission 3.5 pt.
Oil 4.5 qt.
Type Single downdraft
Valve Lifters Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std 9.0 :1
Cylinders 6
Main Bearings 7
Type Inline 6 overhead valve
Rear Tread 58.5 in.
Wheelbase 116 in.
Front Tread 58.8 in.
Differential Ratio 3.0 :1
Differential Hypoid
Carburetor Autolite
Clutch Type Single dry plate
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.