1969 Ford Fairlane 500 Ranchero 2-Dr. Utility
The Fairlane 500 Ranchero added nicer trim to Ford's car-pickup for 1969, a more upscale rival to Chevrolet's El Camino.
9H48H150672
8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V)
Engine
2-Dr. Utility
Body
Lorain, OH
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1969 Ford Fairlane 500 Ranchero
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 9 | 1969 |
| Plant Code | H | Lorain, OH |
| Model Code | 48 | Fairlane 500 Ranchero |
| Engine Code | H | 8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 150672 | Production #150672 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFairlane 500 Ranchero
Year1969
Body Style2-Dr. Utility
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 351 C.I. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement351 CID
Horsepower250 HP
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Carburetor2 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantLorain, OH
Plant CodeH
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Front tread58.8
Rear tread58.5
Wheelbase116
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
No. Produced
11214
Body & Style Enhanced Data
No. Doors
2
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Type
Single downdraft
Displacement
250
cu. in.
Type
Constant mesh
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
32.5
hp
Type
Inline 6 overhead valve
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (30)
Cooling System
9.9 Quarts
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Fuel Type
Regular
Radiator
Tubular and fin
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Optional Equipment
351 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Select-Shift automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
Front disc rear drum brakes
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Hotchkiss
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
Origin
United States
Make
Ford
Model Year
1969
Series
Fairlane 6 500
Model Number
66B
Body Maker
Ford
Brake Size
10
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Service
Dual hydraulic
Fuel
20
gal.
Rear Differential
4
pt.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Transmission
3.5
pt.
Compression Ratio-Std
9.0
:1
Torque
240@1600
ft/lbs
Brake Horsepower
155@4000
hp
Main Bearings
7
Cylinders
6
Wheelbase
116
in.
Rear Tread
58.5
in.
Front Tread
58.8
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.0
:1
Carburetor
Autolite
Clutch Size
9 inches
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
B
&s 3.68 & 3.91
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.