Frame VIN
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Frame VIN
I own a 327 Powerglide 1967 convertible with power steering, power brakes, and A/C.
Took off the left rocker panel this weekend and scoped out the upper surface of the frame looking for the VIN. I saw a bit of old corrosion that has been stablized, and looks pretty good. I cleaned the area several times, but really couldn't see any numbers. Is it usual that these numbers are lost to corrosion on an original frame? Is there an exact spot they should be located? I've read at the front door post (front or back?), and/or several inches in front of the kick-up. Someone let me know. Thanks.
Took off the left rocker panel this weekend and scoped out the upper surface of the frame looking for the VIN. I saw a bit of old corrosion that has been stablized, and looks pretty good. I cleaned the area several times, but really couldn't see any numbers. Is it usual that these numbers are lost to corrosion on an original frame? Is there an exact spot they should be located? I've read at the front door post (front or back?), and/or several inches in front of the kick-up. Someone let me know. Thanks.
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I own a 327 Powerglide 1967 convertible with power steering, power brakes, and A/C.
Took off the left rocker panel this weekend and scoped out the upper surface of the frame looking for the VIN. I saw a bit of old corrosion that has been stablized, and looks pretty good. I cleaned the area several times, but really couldn't see any numbers. Is it usual that these numbers are lost to corrosion on an original frame? Is there an exact spot they should be located? I've read at the front door post (front or back?), and/or several inches in front of the kick-up. Someone let me know. Thanks.
Took off the left rocker panel this weekend and scoped out the upper surface of the frame looking for the VIN. I saw a bit of old corrosion that has been stablized, and looks pretty good. I cleaned the area several times, but really couldn't see any numbers. Is it usual that these numbers are lost to corrosion on an original frame? Is there an exact spot they should be located? I've read at the front door post (front or back?), and/or several inches in front of the kick-up. Someone let me know. Thanks.
On the drivers side, just above the rear tire on top of the frame you should see the vin. You will have to remove the tire, and use a small mirror and it should be visible. Search the archives for VNV (Vietnam Vet) had a picture of his frame vin, using the above technique. Good Luck...
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Here are some other threads:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...post1557953319
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=671234
I hope FrankVincent doesn't mind me borrowing his picture.
Definitely go here, also.
http://www.corvetteforum.net/c3/juliet/rearsusp.htm
Most cars that have been driven in winter climates have enough rust and dirt on top of the frame that you can't see the numbers without a media or sandblasting of the area. A trick is to wet the area slightly, like licking your finger and wiping across, so that the inpressions stay dry while the flat area darkens in the wet. However, this doesn't always work.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...post1557953319
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=671234
I hope FrankVincent doesn't mind me borrowing his picture.
Definitely go here, also.
http://www.corvetteforum.net/c3/juliet/rearsusp.htm
Most cars that have been driven in winter climates have enough rust and dirt on top of the frame that you can't see the numbers without a media or sandblasting of the area. A trick is to wet the area slightly, like licking your finger and wiping across, so that the inpressions stay dry while the flat area darkens in the wet. However, this doesn't always work.
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Don't want to start another war here, but I am curious.
For those who have a frame beyond repair due to damage or rust, is the stamping of a replacement frame with the VIN considered to be a sin.
For those who have a frame beyond repair due to damage or rust, is the stamping of a replacement frame with the VIN considered to be a sin.
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Frame Stampings
67 Bete,
I'm in the process of restoring a '64 Frame as we speak. The level of corrosion does have a big affect on readibility of the numbers. Also, if the numbers were initially stamped with the tool held at somewhat of an angle the numbers will be difficult to read (you'll only be able to see the very tops or bottoms of the numbers)
The forward stamping on my frame is totally un readable & it's not THAT rusty. If the frame weren't lightly dished where the stamping is, I don't believe I could find it at all. The rearmost stamping is fairly clear altho only the bottoms of the numbers are legible.
So it seems that there are a number of factors at work here the least of which is trying to read the stamping with the body still on the frame!
Good Luck! Bob L.
I'm in the process of restoring a '64 Frame as we speak. The level of corrosion does have a big affect on readibility of the numbers. Also, if the numbers were initially stamped with the tool held at somewhat of an angle the numbers will be difficult to read (you'll only be able to see the very tops or bottoms of the numbers)
The forward stamping on my frame is totally un readable & it's not THAT rusty. If the frame weren't lightly dished where the stamping is, I don't believe I could find it at all. The rearmost stamping is fairly clear altho only the bottoms of the numbers are legible.
So it seems that there are a number of factors at work here the least of which is trying to read the stamping with the body still on the frame!
Good Luck! Bob L.
