Look, I can Help finalyl!!!!!!
OK, let me, let me.
I can actually answer this one and help.
I too have been looking at explorers (although I think I have settled on a mountaineer).
I was given a link that has the axel codes in it.
here are the codes:
Rear Axle Codes
41 - Conventional - 3200 lb. Capacity - 3.27 Ratio
45 - Conventional - 3200 lb. Capacity - 3.55 Ratio
D4 - Limited Slip - 3200 lb. Capacity - 3.73 Ratio
46 - Conventional - 3200 lb. Capacity - 3.73 Ratio
D1 - Limited Slip - 3200 lb. Capacity - 3.27 Ratio
42 - Conventional - 3200 lb. Capacity - 4.10 Ratio
D2 - Limited Slip - 3200 lb. Capacity - 4.10 Ratio
The thread also has more VIN breakdonw info. Here is the link to that thread...
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=56208
Wow...I feel so good. I finally got to assist instead of just herassing everyone about thier opinions etc....hahahahaha
