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Community Buyer/Seller Beware
The classic car and hot rod community runs on trust. This page is a running list of individuals and businesses reported to us / by our team or trusted associates / for conduct we believe falls short of that standard. We encourage you to do your own research and make informed decisions. No particular order. Name Business State Category of issue Bill Collector Fords PA Disputed charges after receiving goods Austin Steinhafel Precision Engines WI Spread false information Leo War WA Threatening or abusive behavior NOTE: Listings reflect experiences reported to RestoStamps and our associates. We encourage independent research...
How to use our stamps to stamp your frame.
Stamping your car frame correctly is one of the most satisfying steps in a numbers-matching restoration — and one of the easiest to get wrong. A double impression, a tilted character, or the wrong font on a show car can cost you points in judging and credibility with buyers. This guide walks you through the exact process we recommend to every customer who calls us, step by step. First — Make Sure You Have the Right Stamp Before you touch a hammer, the single most important thing is confirming you have the factory-correct stamp for your specific vehicle. This is...
Understanding Metal Stamps and what materials they can stamp.
One of the most common questions we get at RestoStamps is: "Can your stamps mark this material?" The short answer is almost always yes — our stamps are manufactured from hardened tool steel to handle serious industrial use. But each material has its own characteristics that affect technique, hammer weight, and the result you can expect. This guide covers every major material our customers work with. What Makes a Metal Stamp Work on Any Material A metal hand stamp works by applying concentrated force through a hardened steel face onto a softer surface, permanently displacing the material to leave a...
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