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Custom Data Tags & Data Plates: What They Are, Who Needs Them & How to Order
What is a data tag or data plate, and who needs one? This complete guide covers custom data tag materials, attachment methods, what information they carry, and how to order reproduction or custom data plates for classic cars, military vehicles, industrial equipment, and kit car builds.
How to Use Metal Stamps on Leather, Knife Blades & Jewelry: Technique Guide for Beginners
Step-by-step technique guide for using hardened steel hand stamps on leather, knife blades, jewelry, metal, and wood. Covers stamp sizing, striking technique, backing materials, hammer selection, and stamp holder use — for makers, knifemakers, leatherworkers, and jewelers.
BMW Restoration Stamp Guide: 2002, E30, 3.0 CS & R-Series Motorcycle Body Number Reference
Where did BMW stamp body identification numbers on the 2002, E30, 3.0 CS, and R-series motorcycles? This complete restoration guide covers body panel stamping locations by model, the BMW cross symbol stamp, and every period-correct stamp set for vintage BMW car and motorcycle restoration.
GM Engine Code Stamp Guide: Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick & Olds Restoration (1968–1977)
How did GM stamp engine codes on Camaro, Chevelle, Corvette, Firebird, GTO, and 442 muscle cars? This complete restoration guide covers the GM engine pad code format, stamping locations by division, and every period-correct stamp kit for Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile restoration.
Ford Bronco Gen 1 Chassis Stamp Guide: 1966–1977 Restoration Reference
Where did Ford stamp chassis and engine serial numbers on the 1966–1977 Gen 1 Bronco? This complete restoration guide covers frame rail and engine pad stamp locations, the correct Bronco stamp font, and every period-correct stamp kit for Gen 1 Bronco restoration.