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05-15-2007, 05:27 PM

Thanks for the replies. I found a list of axle codes @ http://www.drivetrain.com/Fordtrkratio_posidata.html which lists code ‘12’ as a 2.73, but its not a limited slip and I think all vans have a limited slip differential. Of course this site only lists the F series and Excursion models, so the E series may have different numbers. I also found a VIN decoder https://www.fleet.ford.com/maintenan...ls/default.asp but it doesn’t mention the axle rating, may have to get that off the door sticker.

With no steep grades on the way to the beach I’d like to get a Windstar/Freestar since they have a 120” wheelbase and get better mileage, but they can’t handle the tongue weight without WDH, then there’s the towing mirror etc… So the full-size van is looking like the best option.

How big a part does the axle ratio play in the towing equation? I don’t want to move houses, jut my little ol’ TM!

05-15-2007, 05:27 PM	#4
BeachDog Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks for the replies. I found a list of axle codes @ http://www.drivetrain.com/Fordtrkratio_posidata.html which lists code ‘12’ as a 2.73, but its not a limited slip and I think all vans have a limited slip differential. Of course this site only lists the F series and Excursion models, so the E series may have different numbers. I also found a VIN decoder https://www.fleet.ford.com/maintenan...ls/default.asp but it doesn’t mention the axle rating, may have to get that off the door sticker. With no steep grades on the way to the beach I’d like to get a Windstar/Freestar since they have a 120” wheelbase and get better mileage, but they can’t handle the tongue weight without WDH, then there’s the towing mirror etc… So the full-size van is looking like the best option. How big a part does the axle ratio play in the towing equation? I don’t want to move houses, jut my little ol’ TM!