05-16-2024, 09:50 AM | #1 |
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Help with VIN
I have a 1954 F250 with the marking plate on the glove box. I was able to locate the last 6 digits on the frame so can confirm the frame matches the VIN in the glovebox. The title I have list the VIN as L04609265. This came from the title my grandfather had when he bought the truck around 1956.
Does anyone know where that L number could have come from? I thought it might be on the engine but from what I've read online for the Y-Block, none of the identification numbers start with L. |
05-16-2024, 11:12 AM | #2 |
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Re: Help with VIN
To further clarify, the vin in the glove box matches the standard format of F25XXXXXXX so I know that is the correct VIN but I'm trying to figure out where the "L" number could have come from so I can connect the title to the truck.
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05-16-2024, 03:50 PM | #3 |
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Re: Help with VIN
I found this online but you're right, the letters don't work out.
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05-16-2024, 04:37 PM | #4 |
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In what position is the L in the VIN NO. reading from the left?
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05-17-2024, 08:00 AM | #5 |
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Re: Help with VIN
It is exactly as posted: "L04609265" on the title. I've searched the engine as I've been told it could be the located there but have not been able to find it.
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05-17-2024, 04:25 PM | #7 |
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Re: Help with VIN
If you are in CA. Find the two VINs that match.
Have a statement of facts ( this stated who what where you got the car from) and a bill of sale from a family member. And have the car title fixed to match the VIN like most modern registrations and titles. In CA it's a pain but worth it later on. In other states it seems to be something you can go to your local DMV and have the verification done and corrected. |
05-18-2024, 01:07 AM | #8 |
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What is stamped on the frame rail is a PARTIAL VIN.
There was no VIN (partial) used on an engine until 1968. As mentioned, you need to have the TITLE updated. Now are you still wondering what the L is for? |
05-18-2024, 11:19 AM | #9 |
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My 57, 61 have frame stamps. On the passenger side near or above the A-arm. I'd you dont see the whole thing. You might have to wide brush a little.
I believe also at the upper rear section of the frame. On a truck your have to take the bed off. Some states also assign new numbers. |
05-18-2024, 11:22 AM | #10 |
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Old post with actually photos way at the bottom. https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...estions-2.html
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05-18-2024, 01:28 PM | #11 |
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Thanks everyone, looks like I am going to have to get a bonded title to get the VIN fixed.
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05-19-2024, 08:32 PM | #12 |
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Sometime it help to know what state you reside in?
I fixed the VIN on and old hand me down classic, With the help of a VIN verifier and the AAA DMV. |
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