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Where the vin is stamped on the frame, did GM use a capitol i for the number one and a small circle for 9? I got to thinking that mine may have had a hit in the rear as well as the front, though minor, and decided to check my frame. The numbers match but the one looks like an I and the 9 is a small circle.
Last edited by elwood13; May 10, 2018 at 10:11 PM.
Thanks. I found that I was used for 1 but the small o is where 9 should be and wasn't sure if it didn't get stamped hard enough or they used a different font.
I also have a '65 and can't find the frame VIN#. Surface rust may also be to blame. I lightly cleaned, still can't find it. Can you show me where on the frame
yours was found? I think I was looking to far towards the front of the rear wheel well. a photo from the side might help me locate the correct area. Thx, Sully
Mine was right at the rear body mount. Started a couple inches before and finished just behind the start of the mount about 1/4" from the outside of the frame on the top. I took a bucket of water and a green pad to wipe all the initial dirt off. I then took some 200 grit paper and sanded by hand a little bit. Cleaned it off and was able to read it with a 1-1/4" inspection mirror. The number is on top of the frame where the blue tape is. I think a 1" mirror may be easier to use. I also taped a piece of sandpaper to a thin piece of flat strap to get behind the body mount. The sandpaper made the difference. Hope this helps.
Last edited by elwood13; May 11, 2018 at 05:03 PM.
Did this on my phone and the text size got all goofy trying to edit so I will add that this is on a 67 and I am not sure if 65 is the same. I was also told you could rub chalk over the stamping to see it better.
Last edited by elwood13; May 11, 2018 at 04:53 PM.
Stamping Numbers on Frame VIN
