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hey friends ,I have a frame that I bought ,and was told its from a 71 ,is there somewhere on the frame that has the vin stamped on it ? thanks Bill
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See photo both places and the tool they used to make the stamping





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There are two locations where the VIN is stamped on the frame. One is on the top rail about even with the driver seat and the other is on the driver side just after the rear wheel kick up.
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thanks guys for the help!!
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My friend's 71 when he did a body off . Right below the clamp.


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Amazing pictures. Thanks.
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